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Chamber hosting annual state of the city luncheon featuring Stephenville Mayor Doug Svien.
Stephenville Mayor Doug Svien By SARA VANDEN BERGE The public is invited to the Stephenville Chamber of Commerce’s annual state of the...
22 hours ago1 min read
Jingle walks well on a leash and loves treats. He is a sweet, shy boy that needs love and patience.
Say hi to Jingle. By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Jingle,...
2 days ago1 min read
This local JiuJitsu star won 10 gold, 2 silver and 6 bronze medals in 2024 and was recently named 2024 season champion.
Blessed Matai and Benji Cashon By SARA VANDEN BERGE A Stephenville fifth grader has made a splash in the world of JiuJitsu. ...
2 days ago2 min read
This homemade deodorizer with surprise ingredient will leave your fridge super fresh.
By Alexis Rochester The new year often brings with it a renewed sense of purpose and desire for positive change. For many, this...
3 days ago1 min read
Learn how to grow vegetables at this class hosted by Erath County Master Gardeners.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Erath County Master Gardeners is set to host its next adventures in gardening class from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday,...
4 days ago1 min read
Take your leadership skills to the next level with Live2Lead Erath, a 1-day women’s development day happening Jan. 22.
JJ Conway is a certified team executive director for Maxwell Leadership. By SARA VANDEN BERGE JJ Conway is helping women strengthen...
4 days ago1 min read
Tarleton’s latest photography exhibit explores relationship between humans and objects we surround ourselves with.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News The Department of Visual Arts and Design at Tarleton State University will...
5 days ago1 min read
An Evening in Paris: Tickets on sale for SPARD’s annual daddy-daughter dance.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Unlock the magic of Paris while dancing with your daughter at SPARD’S annual daddy-daughter dance. This year’s...
6 days ago1 min read
The Shack in downtown Stephenville dishes up fresh crawfish, crab and shrimp every Friday and Saturday evening.
The Shack brings in fresh crawfish from Louisiana every week. Photos/The Shack By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’m about to help with your weekend...
Jan 73 min read
Stephenville’s new senior center - the Cross Timbers Legacy Center - is now open.
Seating in the event space at the new Stephenville Senior Citizens Center opens up to an outdoor patio. By SARA VANDEN BERGE ...
Jan 72 min read
I purchased a potato soup starter kit from Venture19. You should boogie downtown to get yours.
Soup for people who don't like peeling potatoes. By SARA VANDEN BERGE I love potato soup, but I hate peeling potatoes, which is why I...
Jan 71 min read
Erath County under winter storm watch through Friday; 3-6 inches of snow and ice will make travel ‘difficult to impossible.’
It looks like the Erath County Courthouse will again be blanketed in snow. By SARA VANDEN BERGE The National Weather Service has issued...
Jan 61 min read
Snow ice cream; everything you need to make it.(Don’t forget the sprinkles!)
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you like winter weather, you’re in for a real treat (literally). Forecasters say there is a good chance Erath...
Jan 61 min read
Pet of the week: This playful girl has been at the Erath County Humane Society for 7 months.
Say hi to Angelina. By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is...
Jan 52 min read
‘We are concerned the situation will escalate.’ Notes left on vehicles at Stephenville High School target family.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An Erath County woman is reportedly behind a string of nasty notes left on students’ cars parked at Stephenville...
Jan 42 min read
Christina’s American Table: This upscale restaurant in downtown Granbury was the perfect setting for date night.
Chilean sea bass is one of my favorite dishes and this one was superb. By SARA VANDEN BERGE We have been tired; exhausted from all of...
Jan 31 min read
Erath County Humane Society needs foster families ahead of upcoming winter weather.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you have room in your home - and heart - to foster a dog next week, officials with the Erath County Humane...
Jan 21 min read
Sprinting into 2025: Improve your health and make new friends by joining the Stephenville Running Club.
The Stephenville Running Club celebrated its membership into the Chamber of Commerce with a ribbon cutting. Photo/Stephenville Chamber of...
Jan 22 min read
Operation Miami: I’m using the HitMeal app to count calories and shed a few pounds by March. Here’s how it’s going.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I stopped making New Year’s resolutions a long time ago. Instead, I decided that when I need to make changes to...
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