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Vroom! Motorcycle police making return to the streets of Stephenville for first time in 20 years.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Stephenville might soon see a rash of slightly older than middle-age women zooming down Washington Street. After...
May 5, 20231 min read
Why sunscreen should be a big part of your daily skincare routine.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER It’s May in Texas and we are heading into a long, hot summer with our skin more exposed to the sun. Sun protection is...
May 4, 20233 min read
With 2 fatal overdoses, agencies work together to keep fentanyl scourge out of Erath County.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Law enforcement officials say it only takes a single pill laced with a small amount of fentanyl to kill a person....
May 3, 20232 min read
Moo-La Fest returns with tons of new events, and of course, hot air balloons and carnival.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Stephenville’s annual Moo-La Fest is making its return June 2-3 at City Park and this year’s event is one you don’t...
May 3, 20231 min read
Napa is more than good wine; it’s a foodie’s paradise. Imagine my surprise to see this on a menu.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you’re a foodie who happens to enjoy a good glass of California wine, a trip to Napa should be on your to-do...
Apr 27, 20232 min read
Designer purse bingo: Tickets to Heroes with Handbags on sale now.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Heroes with Handbags Erath County is a really fun event that raises money for a very serious cause: The fight...
Apr 26, 20231 min read
Homemade Greek chicken burgers with tzatziki sauce and feta cheese for the win.
By JULIE BRINKLEY If you like a burger straight off the grill, try this lean chicken patty with perfect Greek seasonings. WHAT YOU’LL...
Apr 25, 20231 min read
Sunshine in a bottle: Take a trip to the beach with these amazing products that smell like summer.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I spent my summers as a kid vacationing at a beach house in San Diego. We went to the same place every year. It was...
Apr 21, 20231 min read
Tarleton Police Officer Blessed Matai is April’s Hometown Hero.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Tarleton State University Police Officer Blessed Matai has been named April’s Hometown Hero, a program sponsored by...
Apr 19, 20231 min read
These Trader Joe’s turkey meatballs helped me lose 20 pounds.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If, like me, you love meatballs but don’t enjoy the mess that comes with making them, these pre-made turkey...
Apr 19, 20231 min read
This glacial clay detox mask is another product by Ogee I can’t live without.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE After a long weekend of no exercise and plying my body with unhealthy food, Sundays often consist of getting back on...
Apr 16, 20231 min read
Get excited! This summer’s Concerts in the Park series returns with big lineup and special guest!
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Summer officially gets rolling in Stephenville every year with the kickoff of the wildly-popular Concerts in the...
Apr 12, 20231 min read
Enjoy comfort food the healthy way with this cheesy taco vegetable skillet.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Watching your weight and striving for healthy eating habits doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy food that’s tasty and filling....
Apr 11, 20231 min read
The unique scents that are Tarleton State University captured in 2 new fragrances.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE After months of testing, two new fragrances that capture the unique scents of Tarleton State University are set to...
Apr 7, 20232 min read
Apr 7, 20230 min read
Get the most from your eye cream with these 5 application tips.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER I am back with Beneath the Surface News to share tips on how to use eye cream the right way. Did you know that eye...
Apr 6, 20233 min read
Lasagna stuffed peppers: No carbs, all the taste of your favorite Italian dish.
By JULIE BRINKLEY This recipe for lasagna stuffed peppers does away with the pasta, but keeps all the delicious flavors we love about...
Apr 4, 20231 min read
What to do, where to seek shelter when the threat of severe weather looms.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Tornado season in Texas can be frightening. The Lone Star State is hit with an average of 132 tornadoes each year...
Apr 2, 20232 min read
If you’re searching for the right makeup for ‘aging’ skin, you’ll want to give Ogee a try.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Those who know me understand that I’ve never been a big fan of wearing makeup and that’s mainly because I’m not...
Mar 30, 20232 min read
This candle makes our home smell just like our favorite Miami hotel.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE When we travel to Miami to visit our son D.J., we love to stay at the 1 Hotel South Beach. While we enjoy all the...
Mar 29, 20231 min read
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