top of page
LIFE IS INTERESTING. BEING INFORMED MATTERS.
A news site focusing on people, places and events happening in and around Stephenville and Erath County, Texas.
Search


Post workout lunch: This Greek-inspired cottage cheese bowl has 30 grams of protein.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you know me, you know that I’m always on a diet. And with The Daughter getting married in less than six months...
Mar 18, 20241 min read


‘Apples Never Fall’ is a crisp family whodunit you don’t want to miss. (Just keep the snacks handy.)
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’m no expert movie reviewer, but Apples Never Fall, Peacock’s new limited series, is one of the best shows I’ve...
Mar 16, 20242 min read


Cleaning hacks: 4 ways to make your home spring-like fresh in just minutes.
By Alexis Rochester This wonderful warm spring-like weather makes it the perfect time to tackle some seasonal cleaning. While I love deep...
Mar 13, 20242 min read


You’re invited to Tarleton State’s free solar eclipse viewing event happening at Memorial Stadium.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University will host a solar eclipse viewing event from 11 a.m. to...
Mar 12, 20242 min read


Following a keto plan? Then you will love this cauliflower pizza bake.
By Julie Brinkley I’m continuing my series on healthy recipes that follow popular diet plans, and if keto is your thing, this recipe for...
Mar 12, 20241 min read


Top Stephenville ISD students earn automatic admission into Tarleton with renewed pact.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Stephenville Independent School District seniors in the top 50 percent of their...
Mar 10, 20241 min read


It’s been one year since we adopted Indie from the Erath County Humane Society. Here’s how she’s doing.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE This month marks the one-year anniversary of Indie’s adoption into our family. Indie is kind of like our fourth...
Mar 10, 20242 min read


Election 2024: Candidates in race for Erath County tax assessor, commissioner face May runoff.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A runoff is in the works in Erath County after candidates in the race for tax assessor and commissioner of precinct...
Mar 5, 20241 min read


One skillet dish: This creamy spinach and chicken meal is keto friendly and super delicious!
By JULIE BRINKLEY If you follow a keto-friendly diet, this dish is for you. Click here to watch how I make it and enjoy! WHAT YOU NEED 1...
Mar 5, 20241 min read


Mar 1, 20240 min read


Running on Faith: Sign up now for this 5K, 1-mile fun run happening March 23.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you enjoy running, this is for you. Running on Faith benefiting Faith School will be held at 8:30 a.m. on...
Feb 27, 20241 min read


‘You stole my innocence.’ Victim of child sexual assault gives emotional impact statement.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A Stephenville man will spend the next 30 years in prison after pleading guilty Monday to aggravated sexual assault...
Feb 26, 20241 min read


Local life skills teacher named February’s Hometown Hero.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE "Teaching kids to count is fine, but teaching them what counts is best." – Bob Talbert And it was in that spirit...
Feb 20, 20241 min read


Erath County grand jury indicts alleged shooter who targeted registered sex offenders.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An Erath County grand jury on Friday indicted a man accused of shooting a registered sex offender and targeting two...
Feb 18, 20241 min read


Feb 16, 20240 min read


All the feels: Mayluna is an epic tale of great love, loss and the power of secrets that left me with a hangover.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I have a confession to make. I received an advanced copy of Mayluna by Kelley McNeil prior to its Feb. 1 release and read it in less than 24 hours. I loved it so much that, even though I had already finished it, I listed it as one of Beneath the Book Club’s February choices because I didn’t want you guys to miss it. Our fellow book clubbers, however, voted to read In Five Years by Rebecca Serle instead. And that’s great because I thoroughly enjoye
Feb 16, 20242 min read


If you love a good espresso martini, this pre-made mix is pretty dang good.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’ve tried my hand at bartending, and aside from pouring wine, I’m exceptionally bad at it. My attempt at making...
Feb 9, 20241 min read


Family’s sock collection for students, teachers at Central Elementary raises awareness about Down Syndrome.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Kate Powe is one proud mother. Her daughter Daylee is a beautiful, talented student at Central Elementary who has...
Feb 8, 20241 min read


Stephenville police officer honored after saving the life of suspect who tried to harm herself.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Stephenville Police Chief Dan Harris is crediting the swift actions of Officer Paula Mays for saving the life of a...
Feb 7, 20241 min read


Registration underway for Pinecone Dash, a 5K, 10K and 1-mile fun benefiting Ranger College’s EMS students.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Pinecone Dash Foundation and Ranger College’s EMS program are partnering to host the second annual Pinecone Dash...
Feb 6, 20241 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
1 day ago1 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
2 days ago2 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
2 days ago1 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
2 days ago1 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
2 days ago1 min read


Sara Vanden Berge
3 days ago1 min read
bottom of page

