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Healthy pizza night: You can indulge with this delicious recipe for chicken crust.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Everyone loves a good pizza, but the carbs, fat and high calorie content can sometimes put a pause on our indulgence....
Aug 22, 20231 min read
Now’s your chance to nominate a healthcare worker as September’s Hometown Hero.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Do you know a healthcare professional whose compassion to their patients and dedication to the profession is worthy...
Aug 21, 20231 min read
Smooshed Too Mush, an imaginative look at sardine can packaging, on exhibit at Tarleton’s Fine Arts
TSU Media Relations Special to BENEATH THE SURFACE NEWS Interdisciplinary artist Sophia Louise Goodpasture will open the 2023-24 art...
Aug 19, 20231 min read
Stephenville man indicted on 10 counts of child pornography by Erath County grand jury.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An Erath County grand jury on Thursday indicted nine individuals including a man charged with 10 counts of...
Aug 18, 20232 min read
Cowboy Capital of the World Pro Rodeo kicks off with this week-long schedule of events.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Cowboy Capital of the World PRCA Rodeo is set to take place Sept. 22, 23 and 24 at Erath County’s new Fair...
Aug 17, 20232 min read
Get your refrigerator sparkling clean and ready for fall with this DIY cleaner.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER Get ready for a new school year with this easy homemade cleaner for your refrigerator. With busy school days ahead,...
Aug 16, 20232 min read
Former Tarleton professor gets 10 years after pleading guilty to possessing child pornography.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A former professor who taught business ethics at Tarleton State University was sentenced to 10 years in prison after...
Aug 15, 20232 min read
Theatre at Tarleton kicks off its fall schedule with Steel Magnolias; ends with A Christmas Carol.
TSU Media Relations Special to BENEATH THE SURFACE NEWS An exciting year is in store for fans of Theatre at Tarleton, with six acclaimed...
Aug 15, 20232 min read
Made with balsamic vinegar, tomatoes and mozzarella, caprese chicken is a family favorite.
By JULIE BRINKLEY If you love the taste of the Mediterranean, this recipe for caprese chicken will top your family’s list of favorite...
Aug 15, 20231 min read
Public invited to Stephenville’s open house this week to discuss city’s 2050 comprehensive plan.
Special to BENEATH THE SURFACE NEWS The city of Stephenville is hosting an open house to discuss the 2050 Comprehensive Plan at 6 p.m....
Aug 15, 20231 min read
Say hi to Pasta! This sweet girl and her puppies arrived at the animal shelter as strays.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Pasta, a two to...
Aug 14, 20231 min read
These Erath County women designed an app to help patients and caregivers living with dementia.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Lacy Barton and Casey Click have been best friends for as long as they can remember. They grew up together, sharing...
Aug 14, 20231 min read
Here’s what’s cooking: Erath County United Way gears up for annual fish fry.
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 13, 20231 min read
If your business needs part-time help, this Tarleton Job Fair can connect you with students.
TSU MEDIA RELATIONS Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University Career Services will host a come-and-go job fair on...
Aug 10, 20231 min read
CASA for the Cross Timbers Area needs more volunteers to advocate for children in foster care.
Special to Beneath the Surface News CASA for the Cross Timbers Area is seeking more volunteers to advocate for the best interest of...
Aug 10, 20232 min read
Erath County jury finds Andrea Holt guilty of exploiting an elderly person, not guilty of theft.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE In a stunning decision by an Erath County jury on Wednesday, Andrea Holt was found not guilty of theft by check, but...
Aug 9, 20232 min read
Here’s how to sign up for the Stephenville Senior Center’s baby boomer reunion, trivia night.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Stephenville Senior Center is hosting a baby boomer reunion and trivia night from 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Thursday,...
Aug 9, 20231 min read
After 6 long years, woman accused of stealing $79K from elderly Stephenville woman goes on trial.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE After six long years, Andrea Holt is finally facing the accusation that she stole $79,000 from an elderly...
Aug 8, 20232 min read
Hey Tarleton grad! Celebrate your graduation with lunch at Newton’s Saddlerack on Friday.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Newton’s Saddlerack in downtown Stephenville is celebrating Tarleton State University’s summer graduation by opening...
Aug 8, 20231 min read
All about the chick: Check out these recipes for chicken avocado burgers and chicken parm meatballs.
By JULIE BRINKLEY If you like chicken, it’s your lucky day! I’m sharing two of my family’s favorite recipes for chicken avocado burgers...
Aug 8, 20231 min read
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