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New Whataburger opening Thursday in Stephenville as old location closes permanently.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Whataburger fans will have to go without for the next 72-ish hours. The restaurant in Stephenville closed...
Aug 2, 20211 min read
Local organizations invited to apply for Birdie Hartsough Frey Memorial Fund. Deadline is Sept. 1.
Special to BTS NEWS Birdie Hartsough Frey was a prominent Stephenville resident of the last century known as a generous and thrifty...
Aug 2, 20212 min read
City officials to rename Stephenville Fire Station after longtime chief Jimmy Chew.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Stephenville City Council quietly passed a resolution last week to rename its newest fire station after longtime...
Jul 31, 20211 min read
Did you know table salt is good for cleaning? Here’s why.
By Alexis Rochester Believe it or not, table salt (sodium chloride) is a handy thing to keep around your home and can be used for many...
Jul 30, 20212 min read
These recipes prove healthy and tasty go hand-in-hand. Think enchilada bake, buffalo chicken.
By JULIE BRINKLEY If what you’ve been eating is short on taste and nutrition, these recipes for an enchilada bake and buffalo chicken...
Jul 28, 20211 min read
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
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