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50 Women Strong is a new group focused on improving Erath County. Here’s what else you need to know.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE “A strong woman stands up for herself. A stronger woman stands up for everyone else.” - unknown Enter 50 Women...
Oct 19, 20211 min read


A wardrobe malfunction and a whole lot of fun for this couple competing in Dancing For the Stars.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Brad and Lynn Hart don’t just sell insurance for State Farm these days, the couple is busy perfecting their dance...
Oct 17, 20212 min read


Celebrate the season without breaking your diet with these healthy candied apple slices.
By KERRY MITCHELL How ‘bout them apples? They are in season and everywhere. Inspired by fall festival feels and the Texas State Fair,...
Oct 15, 20211 min read


4 easy ways to get youthful skin at any age.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER I recently shared a series of Instagram stories over this blog post, and readers loved it! I thought this would be a...
Oct 14, 20213 min read


This hubby didn't want to dance at their wedding, now they're competing in Dancing For the Stars.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Zach and Mayra Hagood are one of five couples competing in this year’s Dancing For the Stars event benefiting Big...
Oct 10, 20213 min read


Meet Team Horton: “I have always had a secret aspiration to be a professional dancer."
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Case and Emily Horton are one of five local teams competing in this year’s Dancing For the Stars event benefiting...
Oct 8, 20212 min read


13 fun ways to use that leftover canned pumpkin. Think waffles, lattes and stovetop potpourri.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER Have you started any pumpkin baking yet? We sure have, and there is always some leftover canned pumpkin sitting...
Oct 7, 20213 min read


The UFO story from 2008 will be included in a 5-part docuseries coming to a major network in 2022.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I took a trip down memory lane on Sunday when I was interviewed by a crew from Break Thru Films, a company that’s...
Oct 5, 20212 min read


It’s a wrap! I reached my goal and Optavia is the best (and easiest) weight loss program ever.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A few months ago, I told you about a journey I was beginning to lose a few pounds I had slowly packed on over the...
Oct 2, 20212 min read


Chris Brooks chosen as Erath County’s latest ‘hometown hero.’
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A well-known Erath County firefighter was named September’s “hometown hero” by Leslie Walker Farmers Agency. In a...
Oct 1, 20211 min read


Stephenville PD joins fight against breast cancer with special patch to be worn throughout October.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE For Stephenville Police Chief Dan Harris, breast cancer is personal. His mother, sister, aunt, cousin and close...
Oct 1, 20211 min read


This morning collagen drink will boost energy, metabolism and improve skin.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER We have been talking about collagen on Chemistry Cachet for many years, and one of our favorite ways to take collagen...
Sep 30, 20212 min read


Learn about Erath County’s history during this event at the Stephenville Historical House Museum.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A group of community volunteers is working to bring attention to one of the city’s shiniest gems – the Stephenville...
Sep 28, 20211 min read


Healthcare workers cheer as COVID patient leaves hospital after 40 days.
Special to BENEATH THE SURFACE NEWS Healthcare workers at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenville lined the hallways to cheer...
Sep 27, 20211 min read


The cat’s out of the bag: Netflix announces Tiger King 2. Here’s what else is coming this fall.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE There’s good news for all you cool cats and kittens who couldn’t get enough of Tiger King during The Great Pandemic...
Sep 23, 20212 min read


Why you should stop using vinegar and start using rubbing alcohol to clean.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER Vinegar has been a trendy cleaning product online the last few years. You will see bloggers using it as a natural...
Sep 23, 20212 min read


Make your home smell like fall with these Fragrance Flowers. Think toasted acorn and orchard apple.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Ahhh. The smell of fall… I don’t care that it’s still 90 degrees outside, the inside of our home is going to smell...
Sep 20, 20211 min read


Treat yourself to a healthy pumpkin spice frap.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER If you like pumpkin spice, you will love this recipe. We shared this recipe over five years ago on Chemistry Cachet,...
Sep 16, 20212 min read


Tickets to Lonestar Fireworks Festival benefiting Foster’s Home for Children on sale now.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An exciting new event is coming to Erath County with proceeds benefiting Foster’s Home for Children. The Lonestar...
Sep 15, 20211 min read


Ho ho ho! Stephenville’s lighted Christmas parade is making a return. Here’s what you need to know.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I don’t care that Christmas is still three months away; it’s never too early to start dreaming about it. Or...
Sep 14, 20211 min read


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