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Concert featuring Jon Young to benefit Meals on Wheels of Erath County.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE Make plans to attend a concert featuring The Jon Young Band at 7 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 6, at Hambones Redneck...

Jul 28, 20211 min read

The Delta variant arrives: Erath County faces surge in Covid with 54 new cases, 2 hospitalizations.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you were hoping that Covid-19 in Erath County was a permanent thing of the past, think again. After hearing about...

Jul 26, 20211 min read

Deadline to register for golf tourney benefiting the city’s all-inclusive playground is Wednesday.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE Plans for Stephenville’s all-inclusive playground designed for children with special needs have been finalized and...

Jul 26, 20211 min read

Buckle your seatbelt and prepare for takeoff; Netflix’s Manifest is your next binge-worthy series.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I was lying on a comfy table at Branded Beauty Bar while its owner Blazi Weippert worked on my eyelash extensions....

Jul 25, 20212 min read

Breathe in, breathe out: You can use this homemade citrus air freshener all summer long.

By ALEXIS ROCHESTER Today I'm sharing an easy, wonderful-smelling DIY citrus room spray you can use all summer. Homemade air fresheners...

Jul 22, 20212 min read

This authentic Mexican supermarket is full of surprises. Think specialty meats, pottery and more.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE You guys, there is a new store in Stephenville unlike anything else you will find in the area. The El Corral...

Jul 21, 20213 min read

Summertime favorites: With temperatures soaring to 100 degrees, stay cool with these yogurt pops.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE It’s getting toasty out here, you guys. North Texas is gearing up for its first really hot days of the season when...

Jul 20, 20211 min read

‘She seems to be giving up.’ Longest female resident at animal shelter is becoming depressed.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE This week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society include Lacey, a three-year-old...

Jul 19, 20211 min read

You are going to love this science-based D-I-Y cleaning solution for your concrete patio.

By ALEXIS ROCHESTER A popular post during summer is always our DIY Concrete Patio Cleaner. It works great for patios, sidewalks and even...

Jul 15, 20212 min read

Lean and green: Grilled pesto chicken kabobs and avocado chicken salad are family faves.

By JULIE BRINKLEY These two recipes are family favorites in my home and I bet they will be in yours too! If you are looking to shed a few...

Jul 14, 20211 min read

Boy’s lemonade stand to benefit Foster’s Home for Children. And there will be cookies too.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE There is nothing sweeter than a child's sense of community and determination to help others. Except, of course,...

Jul 13, 20211 min read

8 pounds, 6.25 inches gone in 3 weeks. A big thanks to Julie Brinkley for helping me on this journey

By SARA VANDEN BERGE You guys, I’ve been doing a thing. A dieting thing. Those who know me (or read this blog) have heard me complain...

Jul 12, 20212 min read

Pamper yourself with a hydrafacial at Pure Image. This luxurious treatment will leave you glowing.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE Pure Image in Stephenville is now offering a luxurious service to clients that will leave them feeling pampered and...

Jul 9, 20211 min read

Don’t throw out those watermelon seeds! There are some healthy ways to use them.

By ALEXIS ROCHESTER We are right in the middle of watermelon season and you might have watermelon seeds coming out of your ears, but...

Jul 8, 20212 min read

Satisfy your hunger with healthy recipes for zucchini ravioli and turkey, cheese cucumber rolls.

BY JULIE BRINKLEY Impress your guests with healthy and delicious zucchini ravioli and turkey and cheese cucumber rolls that are perfect...

Jul 7, 20212 min read

Summer adventures: This luxury cruise line is offering adult only specials through the end of July.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE If your summer plans include a luxurious kid-free getaway, it’s your lucky day. My friend D’Anna Green is an agent...

Jul 7, 20211 min read

Construction on Hobby Lobby, Old Navy, Ross, T.J. Maxx, Ulta Beauty and Five Below is underway.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you blinked, you may have missed it. I know I did. So imagine my surprise this past weekend when I noticed that...

Jul 6, 20211 min read

Trouble sleeping? The Hamilton Healthcare System Sleep Center can help you get better rest.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE Every night an estimated 40 million Americans suffer from a sleep disorder, which prevents them from waking up...

Jul 5, 20212 min read

Big delish: The marinade for this Mediterranean topped grilled chicken is worth the wait.

By JULIE BRINKLEY They say that good things come to those who wait, so don’t be in a rush when making this recipe. Allow the chicken to...

Jul 2, 20212 min read

Simple and delicious: This recipe for Tex-Mex chopped chicken salad is perfect for summer.

By JULIE BRINKLEY Nothing tastes better than a great salad on a hot summer day and this recipe for Tex-Mex chopped chicken has just...

Jun 30, 20211 min read

It’s been 100 years since the ‘Butcher of Stephenville’ committed triple murder. Are you familiar with this true story?

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Check out this skincare gift guide; perfect for teachers, besties and all the women in your life.

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2 days ago3 min read

Family violence, assault of an elderly person top Erath County grand jury indictments; see the full list here.

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3 days ago2 min read

Are gas prices in Stephenville out of whack? One reader did a little research and says they are.

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Thankful to be alive: Tarleton student forges new path after bout with bacterial meningococcal meningitis.

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3 days ago4 min read

Scammers pretending to be Erath County sheriff’s official resurface, chief deputy says.

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4 days ago1 min read

It’s been 100 years since the ‘Butcher of Stephenville’ committed triple murder. Are you familiar with this true story?

Sara Vanden Berge

23 hours ago3 min read

Check out this skincare gift guide; perfect for teachers, besties and all the women in your life.

Sara Vanden Berge

2 days ago3 min read

Family violence, assault of an elderly person top Erath County grand jury indictments; see the full list here.

Sara Vanden Berge

3 days ago2 min read

Are gas prices in Stephenville out of whack? One reader did a little research and says they are.

Sara Vanden Berge

3 days ago1 min read

Thankful to be alive: Tarleton student forges new path after bout with bacterial meningococcal meningitis.

Sara Vanden Berge

3 days ago4 min read

Scammers pretending to be Erath County sheriff’s official resurface, chief deputy says.

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4 days ago1 min read

BENEATH THE SURFACE

NEWS

Concert featuring Jon Young to benefit Meals on Wheels of Erath County.

The Delta variant arrives: Erath County faces surge in Covid with 54 new cases, 2 hospitalizations.

Deadline to register for golf tourney benefiting the city’s all-inclusive playground is Wednesday.

Buckle your seatbelt and prepare for takeoff; Netflix’s Manifest is your next binge-worthy series.

Breathe in, breathe out: You can use this homemade citrus air freshener all summer long.

This authentic Mexican supermarket is full of surprises. Think specialty meats, pottery and more.

Summertime favorites: With temperatures soaring to 100 degrees, stay cool with these yogurt pops.

‘She seems to be giving up.’ Longest female resident at animal shelter is becoming depressed.

You are going to love this science-based D-I-Y cleaning solution for your concrete patio.

Lean and green: Grilled pesto chicken kabobs and avocado chicken salad are family faves.

Boy’s lemonade stand to benefit Foster’s Home for Children. And there will be cookies too.

8 pounds, 6.25 inches gone in 3 weeks. A big thanks to Julie Brinkley for helping me on this journey

Pamper yourself with a hydrafacial at Pure Image. This luxurious treatment will leave you glowing.

Don’t throw out those watermelon seeds! There are some healthy ways to use them.

Satisfy your hunger with healthy recipes for zucchini ravioli and turkey, cheese cucumber rolls.

Summer adventures: This luxury cruise line is offering adult only specials through the end of July.

Construction on Hobby Lobby, Old Navy, Ross, T.J. Maxx, Ulta Beauty and Five Below is underway.

Trouble sleeping? The Hamilton Healthcare System Sleep Center can help you get better rest.

Big delish: The marinade for this Mediterranean topped grilled chicken is worth the wait.

Simple and delicious: This recipe for Tex-Mex chopped chicken salad is perfect for summer.

It’s been 100 years since the ‘Butcher of Stephenville’ committed triple murder. Are you familiar with this true story?

Check out this skincare gift guide; perfect for teachers, besties and all the women in your life.

Family violence, assault of an elderly person top Erath County grand jury indictments; see the full list here.

Are gas prices in Stephenville out of whack? One reader did a little research and says they are.

Thankful to be alive: Tarleton student forges new path after bout with bacterial meningococcal meningitis.

Scammers pretending to be Erath County sheriff’s official resurface, chief deputy says.

It’s been 100 years since the ‘Butcher of Stephenville’ committed triple murder. Are you familiar with this true story?

Check out this skincare gift guide; perfect for teachers, besties and all the women in your life.

Family violence, assault of an elderly person top Erath County grand jury indictments; see the full list here.

Are gas prices in Stephenville out of whack? One reader did a little research and says they are.

Thankful to be alive: Tarleton student forges new path after bout with bacterial meningococcal meningitis.

Scammers pretending to be Erath County sheriff’s official resurface, chief deputy says.