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Swimming is fun, but it can also be dangerous. Here are ways to keep your kids safe this summer.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Swimming in a cool body of water is the only way to get through a Texas summer; they’re scorchers. And while...
Jun 24, 20202 min read
Local photographer captures women and their ‘fierce’ friendships.
“The best kind of friendships are lady friendships where you aggressively believe in each other, defend each other and think the other...
Jun 23, 20201 min read
The Cowboy Capital of the World PRCA Rodeo is on and they could use a few good sponsors.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of Stephenville’s biggest and most iconic events of the year - The Cowboy Capital of the World PRCA Rodeo – is...
Jun 18, 20201 min read
Memories of Bluff Dale's old swingin’ bridge.
By CATHEY HARTMANN “Meet me at the swingin’ bridge” in Bluff Dale has meant only one place for those who grew up in the area. The iron...
Jun 18, 20204 min read
My life, my heritage, is far from "privileged." And yet, it is, and I am.
By WHITNEY WHITE Like many, I've been watching news coverage over the last few weeks regarding the protests and demonstrations centered...
Jun 15, 20206 min read
Budding chefs take a seat at ‘The Kids Table’ and get cooking.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Lori Lesley’s first round of cooking classes for kids is a wrap – and boy, was it fun! Lori, owner of Rollin’ the...
Jun 10, 20201 min read
Erath County man chosen to take part in prestigious ag leadership program.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Erath County resident Lance Gilliland is among 26 professionals selected for the Governor Dolph Briscoe Jr. Texas...
Jun 9, 20201 min read
New business shoots to empower women through photography.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One local woman is using a camera lens to help women overcome negative body issues and increase their confidence....
Jun 7, 20201 min read
Sam Riggs to perform at Hico’s Midland Hotel and Chop House during weekend event.
Enjoy an intimate acoustic performance with Sam Riggs at the Midland Hotel and Chop House. Sam has donated the performance in an effort...
Jun 4, 20202 min read
Ladies, your time is now. Pinspiration Stephenville is opening. And you’re going to love it.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Pinterest fans, it’s time to get excited. We have watched for months as Keith and Amanda Mills labored away on their...
May 29, 20201 min read
As pandemic puts added stress on families, CASA sees spike in number of children who need help.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Lily Hutcheson is the new outreach and development director at CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocate) and she is...
May 28, 20202 min read
Times are crazy. If your child needs a mentor, contact Big Brothers Big Sisters. They want to help.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE “One of the greatest values of mentors is the ability to see ahead what others cannot see and to help them navigate...
May 27, 20202 min read
Local culinary and pastry chef Lori Lesley hosting “The Kids Table.” But seats are going fast.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of Stephenville’s favorite chefs, Lori Lesley, is inviting kids to take part in an event she is calling “The...
May 25, 20201 min read
Tan fat looks better than white fat and other cool things I’ve learned these past 50 years.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’m counting down the last couple of days of life in my 40s and working to embrace the fact that I will turn 50 on...
May 23, 20202 min read
Larry Joe Taylor has been quarantined for too long. And now he’s hosting a summer camp for adults.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE It’s unlike any summer camp you have ever attended; one designed specifically for music lovers who need a break from...
May 22, 20201 min read
Enjoy a glass of vino this holiday weekend at Lucky Vines Vineyard & Winery. They're having music.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Weather like this demands that we drink wine. Good wine. Preferably on a patio. That’s where Lucky Vines Vineyard &...
May 21, 20202 min read
EXCLUSIVE: Owner of Rockin’ P says decision to re-open was a “chance to survive.”
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Carol Gibson, owner of Rockin’ P in downtown Stephenville, said she wasn’t trying to draw attention to herself or to...
May 18, 20202 min read
Former Stephenville grads now celebrate college graduation
By SARA VANDEN BERGE As college graduations come and go this year without a ceremony marking the momentous occasion, families like ours...
May 17, 20201 min read
SHS Class of 2020 celebrates with a whole lot of honking. And some of us had to choke back tears.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE There were honks. There were shouts of encouragement. But mostly, there was a whole lot of love as Stephenville High...
May 16, 20201 min read
Jake & Dorothy’s delivering its famous chicken fried steak and waffle fries to 55 employees at SMSC.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The iconic Jake & Dorothy’s Café is doing something special for the frontline workers at Stephenville Medical and...
May 13, 20201 min read
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