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Moo-ve It 5K & 1-mile fun run kicking off Moo-La Fest. Here’s how to register.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Moo-ve It is back and it’s time to get registered for this year’s 5K and one-mile fun run happening at 6 p.m. on...
14 hours ago1 min read
Stephenville ISD’s Board of Trustees set to elect new leadership as Chad Elms steps down as president.
Chad Elms By SARA VANDEN BERGE This story has been updated: Dr. Robert Barberee has been voted in as the new president of the...
1 day ago2 min read
This sweet dog was dumped and left to starve before landing at the shelter.
Meet Clyde. He deserves a happily-ever-after. By SARA VANDEN BERGE  One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at Erath County...
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Sign up now for the Jayden McKinney Memorial Golf Tournament happening May 31 at Tejas Golf Course.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â A golf tournament honoring Jayden McKinney is set to take place on Saturday, May 31, at Tejas Golf Course in...
2 days ago1 min read
Protect your pout from sun damage with this SPF 30 lip balm.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and this is the second in a series of stories highlighting products that can...
3 days ago1 min read
Parr Park Rock Art Trail in Grapevine offers an inspirational walk you won’t soon forget.
The path's grand finale is an incredible rainbow of rocks. By SARA VANDEN BERGE  Grapevine’s Parr Park Rock Art Trail is a place you...
4 days ago2 min read
Stephenville High School teacher resigns amid allegations of improper relationship with student.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â A Stephenville High School teacher has resigned following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a...
5 days ago1 min read
Erath County extension agent addresses concerns about aggressive bees in parts of North Texas.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â Erath County extension agent Lonnie Jenschke says he has been inundated with calls from residents concerned about...
5 days ago1 min read
If you’ve had skin cancer, research shows that adding a daily vitamin B3 pill could reduce the rate of reoccurrence.
I ordered this bottle of Niacinamide Vitamin B3 from Amazon for $14.95. Â By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. ...
5 days ago2 min read
This fashion show and luncheon raises money to purchase new shoes for local kiddos. Get your tickets here.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE  Tickets are now on sale for the Stephenville Association of Realtors’ third annual fashion show and luncheon...
6 days ago1 min read
I just completed treatment for skin cancer. This is how it went.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â I had my appointment this morning at Epiphany Dermatology to take care of the skin cancer that had developed on my...
6 days ago2 min read
A new medspa on the Erath County Courthouse Square offers a range of luxurious treatments in an upscale setting.
Vogue Esthetics is located in downtown Stephenville. By SARA VANDEN BERGE  If you like to be pampered in a gorgeous setting, you’ll want...
May 132 min read
The heat is on: Record-breaking temps headed to North Texas. Here are 4 ways to keep your pets safe.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE  It didn’t take long for things to heat up in Texas, and with record-breaking temperatures arriving this week...
May 131 min read
Cooking with Julie: Let's make chicken and pasta on the Blackstone.
The grand finale!
May 131 min read
Déjà vu: Big Brothers Big Sisters brings back star-studded lineup for this year’s Dancing For the Stars event.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Â Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erath County kicked off another pre-event celebration Monday to its biggest...
May 121 min read
This week’s featured cat is a total sweetheart and a little nervous living at the shelter.
Say hi to Motley. By SARA VANDEN BERGE  One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Motley,...
May 121 min read
Tarleton State University spring commencement ceremonies happening this weekend.
Photo/TSU Media Relations TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University will celebrate spring 2025...
May 111 min read
Chamberlin Elementary receives $5k grant from the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries.
Chamberlin librarian Hannah Allen. Photo/Jennifer Salyards Special to Beneath the Surface News  Stephenville ISD’s Chamberlin Elementary...
May 92 min read
Newton's Saddlerack: 3 nights, 3 chefs, 1 unforgettable experience. Tickets on sale.
Special to Beneath the Surface News  Newton’s Saddlerack in downtown Stephenville is hosting a deliciously exciting event May 21–23...
May 92 min read
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