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Back-to-school meals: Buffalo chicken cauliflower pizza and Philly cheesesteak skillet.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Another school year is underway and you need tasty, easy and healthy recipes to get your routine back on track. These...
Aug 18, 20212 min read


"Helles Yeah.” Lucky Vines Vineyard and Winery is doubling down with new brew tap and patio.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Lucky Vines Vineyard and Winery is no longer just a place to enjoy a great bottle of vino in a beautiful setting....
Aug 17, 20212 min read


With 27% of those eligible fully vaccinated, Erath County gets 42 new cases of Covid-19.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The latest numbers on Covid-19 in Erath County show no signs of slowing down. Stephenville’e health authority Dr....
Aug 16, 20211 min read


Here’s what’s cooking: Erath County United Way hosting its annual fish fry this week.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you have never enjoyed a hot plate of fish prepared by the men of the Knights of Columbus, you are missing out....
Aug 15, 20211 min read


Back to school help: This easy-to-make turkey wrap is perfect for your kiddo’s lunchbox.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Ahhh. The days of packing school lunches are once again upon us. We know it can be a struggle finding something...
Aug 13, 20211 min read


Comfort food for you back-to-schoolers. Think turkey tetrazzini and ‘no guilt’ green bean casserole.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Today’s recipes for turkey (or chicken) tetrazzini and no guilt green bean casserole honor those comforting weeknight...
Aug 11, 20212 min read


More unsettling news on the Covid front: Erath County gets 49 more cases, 18 hospitalizations.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Calling it a “very serious” situation, Stephenville’s health authority Dr. Kelly Doggett sounded the alarm on...
Aug 10, 20211 min read


Covid surge: Erath County gets 108 new cases in past week; Texas Health Resources issues statement.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Erath County is not immune from the surge in new Covid cases raging across North Texas. On Monday, Stephenville’s...
Aug 9, 20212 min read


Here’s an opportunity to sponsor equipment for city's dairy-themed, all-inclusive playground.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Local businesses, organizations and individuals have a unique opportunity to help fund a dairy-themed all-inclusive...
Aug 9, 20211 min read


This low-calorie Italian vegetable soup is perfect even on a hot summer day.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I know, I know, it’s the middle of summer and you are probably wondering why I got up first thing this morning and...
Aug 8, 20211 min read


Enjoy a calming experience at Verde Canna Boutique, Stephenville’s newest retailer.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’ll admit that I have never walked into a boutique that specializes in the sale of CBD products, but on Thursday,...
Aug 6, 20212 min read


Easy home remedies to lessen the appearance of those pesky dark under eye circles. And they work!
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER I have been working on this post for a few years. Easy home remedies for dark circles that actually work because they...
Aug 5, 20212 min read


Grilled salmon tzatziki bowl offers great source of protein and lots of flavor.
By JULIE BRINKLEY This healthy and delicious recipe for grilled salmon tzatziki bowls makes four servings your family (and friends) will...
Aug 4, 20211 min read


The delta variant has slightly different symptoms than original virus. Here’s what you need to know.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE My first real tell-tale sign that I had Covid-19 last November was when I lost my sense of smell and taste, but...
Aug 4, 20212 min read


Barndominiums are the fastest-growing housing trend in the U.S. And yes, financing is available.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Here’s something you might find surprising: Barndominiums are among the fastest-growing housing trends in the U.S....
Aug 3, 20211 min read


New Whataburger opening Thursday in Stephenville as old location closes permanently.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Whataburger fans will have to go without for the next 72-ish hours. The restaurant in Stephenville closed...
Aug 2, 20211 min read


Local organizations invited to apply for Birdie Hartsough Frey Memorial Fund. Deadline is Sept. 1.
Special to BTS NEWS Birdie Hartsough Frey was a prominent Stephenville resident of the last century known as a generous and thrifty...
Aug 2, 20212 min read


City officials to rename Stephenville Fire Station after longtime chief Jimmy Chew.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Stephenville City Council quietly passed a resolution last week to rename its newest fire station after longtime...
Jul 31, 20211 min read


Did you know table salt is good for cleaning? Here’s why.
By Alexis Rochester Believe it or not, table salt (sodium chloride) is a handy thing to keep around your home and can be used for many...
Jul 30, 20212 min read


These recipes prove healthy and tasty go hand-in-hand. Think enchilada bake, buffalo chicken.
By JULIE BRINKLEY If what you’ve been eating is short on taste and nutrition, these recipes for an enchilada bake and buffalo chicken...
Jul 28, 20211 min read


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