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Oct 8, 20220 min read


If you love wine, a visit to Bordeaux, France should be on your bucket list.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of the highlights of our European journey so far was a two-day stop in Bordeaux, France. If you’re a wine lover,...
Oct 7, 20222 min read


Start your day with healthy and delicious Super Hero Muffins.
Shared by JULIE BRINKLEY It’s fall and you should start your day with something made with cinnamon and nutmeg, and this recipe I borrowed...
Oct 5, 20221 min read


Don’t mind me! I’m just over here kissing the Blarney Stone.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Besides taking in the beauty of the countryside, the only real touristy thing I wanted to do in Ireland was kiss the...
Oct 4, 20222 min read


Part 2: Survivor of domestic violence recalls fight to stay alive, escape from cycle of abuse.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE This is the conclusion of a two-part series on a story about Erath County Sheriff’s investigator Rosye Holland’s...
Oct 4, 20225 min read


Erath County Sheriff’s investigator shares powerful story on her fight to survive domestic violence.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Rosye Holland is many things; she is a mother, daughter, friend and Erath County Sheriff’s investigator. But what...
Oct 3, 20223 min read


After this man's arrest, investigators say more victims are out there and remain unidentified.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The arrest of a Stephenville man accused of sexually assaulting an underage girl and recording the act on his cell...
Oct 2, 20221 min read


This pizza made with buffalo chicken and a cauliflower crust won’t wreck your diet. And it’s delish.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Love a good pizza, but hate all those carbs? This recipe for buffalo chicken cauliflower crust pizza will set your...
Oct 2, 20221 min read


Finally, the Eiffel Tower! A short visit to Paris was not nearly enough time to see the city.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE In what was likely the fastest tour in the history of ever, we managed to get a glimpse of Paris in just three...
Oct 1, 20222 min read


Big delish: Everything crusted salmon bites for dipping.
By JULIE BRINKLEY (Inspired by someththingnutritious) If you like a nice piece of salmon and enjoy the flavor of Everything but the Bagel...
Sep 29, 20221 min read


Oh London, we will be back to take in the rest of your beautiful city.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I had this moment in London when I was sitting inside a charming English pub eating fish and chips with The Husband...
Sep 29, 20222 min read


Three days in Amsterdam: Canals, vibrant food and art scenes and the famed Red Light District.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE It’s hard to believe that with a last name like Vanden Berge, we just now completed our first visit to Amsterdam....
Sep 27, 20223 min read


Dear Darcy: I don’t want to go to my parents’ alma mater. Please help!
Dear Darcy – My parents met and fell in love while attending the same Texas college. They are still very connected to their alma mater...
Sep 25, 20221 min read


Sep 23, 20220 min read


This book from my son was one of the best gifts I’ve ever received.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE My son Aaron is an exceptional gift giver, and our shared love of reading means we often give books to one another....
Sep 23, 20222 min read


Days of playing football pay off for Stephenville police officer who nabbed man on the run.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE And they say playing football never pays off. Tell that to Stephenville Police Officer Colby Stone who captured a...
Sep 21, 20221 min read


A spoonful of fall; Blue Bell releases a limited-edition ice cream. And it’s freaking good!
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The moment I heard that Blue Bell had churned out a new fall-inspired ice cream – Salted Caramel Brownie – I set out...
Sep 20, 20221 min read


Dear Darcy: Father learns daughter is not biological child.
Dear Darcy, About five years ago, I learned through DNA testing that my youngest daughter is not my biological child. My wife and I have...
Sep 18, 20222 min read


50 years and counting: A look back at Moo-La’s storied history and continued legacy in Erath County.
By Julie Smith Special to Beneath the Surface News Moo-La has stood in tribute to the local dairy industry at the center of the Erath...
Sep 16, 20222 min read


Not all sides are created equal; this spaghetti squash caprese bake is healthy and delicious.
By JULIE BRINKLEY This recipe for spaghetti squash caprese bake is simple to make, healthy, and oh, so tasty! And it serves four! HERE’S...
Sep 14, 20221 min read


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