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May 23, 20250 min read


‘Be fearless in the sun’ with Blue Lizard mineral sunscreen.
I got both bottles from Amazon for $28.44 with next-day shipping. By SARA VANDEN BERGE May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and this...
May 22, 20252 min read


Guide to Summer Fun: Information on local camps, Vacation Bible Schools and links to registration.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I remember the dog days of summer when my kids were young and there wasn’t enough to keep them from uttering those...
May 21, 20254 min read


Texas Rangers to host Tarleton State Night in July; tickets now on sale.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University Night at the Texas Rangers is slated for Friday, July...
May 20, 20251 min read


Moo-ve It 5K & 1-mile fun run kicking off Moo-La Fest. Here’s how to register.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Moo -ve It is back and it’s time to get registered for this year’s 5K and one-mile fun run happening at 6 p.m. on...
May 20, 20251 min read


Stephenville ISD’s Board of Trustees set to elect new leadership as Chad Elms steps down as president.
Chad Elms By SARA VANDEN BERGE This story has been updated: Dr. Robert Barberee has been voted in as the new president of the...
May 19, 20252 min read


This sweet dog was dumped and left to starve before landing at the shelter.
Meet Clyde. He deserves a happily-ever-after. By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at Erath County...
May 19, 20251 min read


Sign up now for the Jayden McKinney Memorial Golf Tournament happening May 31 at Tejas Golf Course.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A golf tournament honoring Jayden McKinney is set to take place on Saturday, May 31, at Tejas Golf Course in...
May 19, 20251 min read


Protect your pout from sun damage with this SPF 30 lip balm.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month and this is the second in a series of stories highlighting products that can...
May 18, 20251 min read


Parr Park Rock Art Trail in Grapevine offers an inspirational walk you won’t soon forget.
The path's grand finale is an incredible rainbow of rocks. By SARA VANDEN BERGE Grapevine’s Parr Park Rock Art Trail is a place you should soon visit. On a recent trip to the city to see friends, we took a stroll through the art park and were amazed not only by the sheer number of hand-painted rocks that line the trail, but by the inspiration left in its wake. Our friends told us that it began during Covid when people started leaving hand-painted messages on rocks at the
May 16, 20252 min read


Stephenville High School teacher resigns amid allegations of improper relationship with student.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A Stephenville High School teacher has resigned following allegations of an inappropriate relationship with a...
May 15, 20251 min read


Erath County extension agent addresses concerns about aggressive bees in parts of North Texas.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Erath County extension agent Lonnie Jenschke says he has been inundated with calls from residents concerned about...
May 15, 20251 min read


If you’ve had skin cancer, research shows that adding a daily vitamin B3 pill could reduce the rate of reoccurrence.
I ordered this bottle of Niacinamide Vitamin B3 from Amazon for $14.95. By SARA VANDEN BERGE May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month . Ironically, I was diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma earlier this month, and since writing about my skin cancer scare, others have shared their own experiences with me as well as suggestion on ways to reduce reoccurrence given to them by their own doctors and dermatologists. My friend Cindra Elms, whose family member has battled skin cance
May 15, 20252 min read


This fashion show and luncheon raises money to purchase new shoes for local kiddos. Get your tickets here.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Tickets are now on sale for the Stephenville Association of Realtors’ third annual fashion show and luncheon...
May 14, 20251 min read


I just completed treatment for skin cancer. This is how it went.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I had my appointment this morning at Epiphany Dermatology to take care of the skin cancer that had developed on my...
May 14, 20252 min read


A new medspa on the Erath County Courthouse Square offers a range of luxurious treatments in an upscale setting.
Vogue Esthetics is located in downtown Stephenville. By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you like to be pampered in a gorgeous setting, you’ll want...
May 13, 20252 min read


The heat is on: Record-breaking temps headed to North Texas. Here are 4 ways to keep your pets safe.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE It didn’t take long for things to heat up in Texas, and with record-breaking temperatures arriving this week...
May 13, 20251 min read


Cooking with Julie: Let's make chicken and pasta on the Blackstone.
The grand finale!
May 13, 20251 min read


Déjà vu: Big Brothers Big Sisters brings back star-studded lineup for this year’s Dancing For the Stars event.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erath County kicked off another pre-event celebration Monday to its biggest...
May 12, 20251 min read


This week’s featured cat is a total sweetheart and a little nervous living at the shelter.
Say hi to Motley. By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Motley,...
May 12, 20251 min read


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