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Tips (that really work) to keep your real Christmas tree alive all season long!
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER The most popular Christmas post on Chemistry Cachet is this blog post on keeping real Christmas trees alive all...
Nov 26, 20213 min read


These tips and tricks will make your holiday baking a cinch.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER These fun scientific kitchen tips will make holiday baking easier and might come in handy with Thanksgiving and...
Nov 18, 20213 min read


These Christmas-inspired bath bombs are, well, the bomb. Even Santa approves.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE As I continue my series highlighting local shopping this holiday season, I stopped by Frames Etc in Stephenville...
Nov 13, 20211 min read


A flowered hoodie, rifle and holdup; police search for female suspect who committed armed robbery.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE So a woman walks into a convenience store wearing a flowered hoodie and wielding a rifle… But wait. There’s no...
Nov 12, 20211 min read


Get festive with this Christmas Cookie Ale from Hop and Sting.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I don’t drink much beer. And when I say “much,” I mean any. I don’t drink any beer. I’ve just never developed a...
Nov 11, 20211 min read


SISD names its next superintendent; plans to offer official contract next month.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The wait is over. The Stephenville ISD board of trustees has named Dr. Eric Cederstrom as the finalist for the...
Nov 11, 20211 min read


Exhibit showcasing the art of Opal Black and her students on display at River North Gallery.
Special to BENEATH THE SURFACE NEWS A new exhibit at the Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council will feature a variety of art by local...
Nov 10, 20211 min read


‘Shop with a Cop’ and make a child smile this holiday season. (You will love this.)
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Erath County law enforcement agencies are wasting no time getting into the holiday spirit. The agencies are working...
Nov 5, 20211 min read


Healthy Thanksgiving; you can still enjoy those famous green bean and broccoli cheese casseroles.
By JULIE BRINKLEY The holidays. Those two words strike fear into the hearts of dieters the world over. No one wants to skip a nibble or...
Nov 4, 20212 min read


‘I want to continue serving this community.’ Jocelyn Perez enters race for justice of the peace.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Erath County native Jocelyn Perez is wasting no time jumping into the race for justice of the peace for precincts 1,...
Nov 3, 20212 min read


District attorney moves to dismiss case against county treasurer; defense attorneys still not happy.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE District Attorney Alan Nash has filed a motion to dismiss the case against Erath County Treasurer Kimberly Barrier,...
Nov 2, 20213 min read


Stephenville’s 2nd annual lighted Christmas parade is shaping up to be a festive day of fun!
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Plans for Stephenville’s second annual lighted Christmas parade is shaping up to be a festive day of fun, so mark...
Nov 2, 20211 min read


This DIY all-purpose cleaner has hints of pumpkin, cinnamon and nutmeg. (It cleans well too!)
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER This recipe was inspired by our popular DIY all-purpose cleaner from the eBook on page 13. Our eBook was published in...
Oct 28, 20212 min read


Stephenville Mayor Pro Tem Brandon Huckabee sets sights on becoming the next Erath County judge.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Stephenville Mayor Pro Tem Brandon Huckabee has set his sights on a new challenge; he wants to become the next Erath...
Oct 27, 20212 min read


Wiggling into new jeans is never fun, but I am in love with Liverpool. Find them at Silver Wings.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Trying on jeans every fall stresses me out as much as bathing suit shopping. Maybe more. There’s something about...
Oct 26, 20212 min read


Dublin ranked #20 among best Texas elementary schools by U.S. News & World Report.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Dublin Elementary School Principal Kalley Mitchell is beyond thrilled. After all, it was her campus that was ranked...
Oct 25, 20211 min read


Filing begins soon for several county officials facing re-election. Find out who’s in, who's out.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Texans will decide several statewide, legislative and congressional races next year including the offices of...
Oct 25, 20211 min read


Team Meneses: ‘I’m better at memorizing the steps, Big Sexy is better at execution.’
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Raymond and Lea Meneses are one of five couples competing in this year’s Dancing For the Stars event benefiting Big...
Oct 24, 20212 min read


With a heart for kids, this school counselor and Tarleton employee compete in Dancing For the Stars.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Wayne and Amber Davenport are one of five couples competing in this year’s Dancing For the Stars event benefiting...
Oct 21, 20212 min read


The Lariat Lynn Larner Memorial scholarship will benefit rodeo athletes. Here’s how to contribute.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The community is still reeling from the sudden passing of 24-year-old Lariat Larner whose bright smile could light...
Oct 19, 20211 min read


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