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Hold on to your hat! Rodeo Heritage Week set to kick off Friday. Here's what you need to know.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Cowboy Capital of the World PRCA Rodeo is set to begin by celebrating Erath County’s heritage with a week-long...
Sep 13, 20212 min read


Going Places: The many reasons why Cuba should be on your bucket list.
By MARILYN ROBITAILLE Someday in the future, you’ll be able to travel to places that have a vivid hold on your imagination. Are you a...
Sep 12, 20213 min read


Covid Act Now says Erath County is under ‘severe’ threat of Covid, averaging one death per day.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A reader of Beneath the Surface News introduced me to a website, Covid Act Now, that shows a comprehensive threat...
Sep 10, 20211 min read


All about stuffing: Chicken-stuffed mozzarella, tomato, basil and taco-stuffed portobellos.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Everything tastes better when it’s stuffed with something delicious and these recipes for chicken-stuffed mozzarella,...
Sep 9, 20212 min read


Exciting news: Littlejohn Produce expands with full meat and seafood markets after purchasing Mac’s.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Fans of Mac’s Meat and Seafood Market that were saddened over its recent closing have something new to celebrate....
Sep 8, 20212 min read


Your chance to purchase a table sponsorship at Dancing For the Stars ends Sept. 30.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The five couples competing in this year’s Dancing For the Stars event at Lone Star Arena on Nov. 4 have been working...
Sep 8, 20211 min read


Texas Health Resources plans mobile vaccine clinic as number of active Covid-19 cases top 400.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Texas Health Resources is preparing to host a mobile vaccine clinic at SISD’s Bond Auditorium in Stephenville. The...
Sep 7, 20211 min read


Growing number of patients choosing rural hospitals like Hamilton for treatment.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A growing number of patients who want to skip long waits that often accompany trips to the emergency department at...
Sep 7, 20212 min read


Ceremony marking 20-year anniversary of 9/11 taking place in Stephenville on Saturday.
Courtesy Tarleton’s Media Relations Department Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University, the city of Stephenville...
Sep 6, 20212 min read


Tarleton PD offering women free course on sexual harassment and rape prevention. Sign up now.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Tarleton Police Department is offering a course specifically designed to help women protect themselves against...
Sep 3, 20211 min read


Area school officials keep close tabs on Covid, while some districts halt classes.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Following the news that two area school districts have temporarily closed because of Covid, I reached out to other...
Sep 2, 20212 min read


Learn more about getting fit with Barre. (Classes are like modern day aerobics.)
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER As an investigative chemist, I love sharing with you the best, most proven science-based cleaning, skincare,...
Sep 2, 20213 min read


This creamed spinach and mushroom smothered chicken is delish. (So are these mini bell peppers.)
By JULIE BRINKLEY Nothing says delish like chicken smothered in a creamy spinach and mushroom sauce – and this recipe gets bonus points...
Sep 1, 20212 min read


SISD board of trustees seeks input from community on search for next superintendent.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE As the Stephenville Independent School District’s board of trustees works with the Texas Association of School...
Sep 1, 20211 min read


First Baptist Stephenville hosting shoe gifting event for children. Here’s how to register.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE My friend Jamie Stockstill messaged me about this amazing event she is coordinating with First Baptist Stephenville...
Aug 30, 20211 min read


Going Places: Safe ways to travel during Covid-19.
By MARILYN ROBITAILLE As somebody who traveled extensively in the midst of a pandemic and stayed well all summer, I feel compelled in a...
Aug 28, 20212 min read


Stephenville Chamber of Commerce hosting community job fair Tuesday.
Special to Beneath the Surface News Are you looking for a new job or different career opportunity? The Stephenville Chamber of Commerce...
Aug 27, 20211 min read


Dive into flavor with these recipes. Think jalapeno popper chicken salad, stuffed pepper casserole.
By JULIE BRINKLEY If you like a little spice in your life these recipes are for you. Flavorful meals don’t have to be full of fat; a few...
Aug 26, 20212 min read


‘Covid is killing people right here in Stephenville.’ City’s health authority calls situation dire.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Stephenville’s health authority Dr. Kelly Doggett said the situation at Texas Health Stephenville is going from “bad...
Aug 24, 20212 min read


Christian jeweler James Avery opening in Stephenville's Washington Commons.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A popular jeweler that got its start in a two-car garage in Kerrville, Texas in 1954 is coming to Washington...
Aug 24, 20211 min read


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