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State health officials confirm one case of measles in Erath County.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An official with the Texas Department of State Health Services has confirmed that one patient was recently...
Mar 27, 20252 min read


Applications to Tarleton State University surge to record levels.
Photo/TSU Media Relations TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Interest in Tarleton State University has risen to...
Mar 27, 20252 min read


Heroes with Handbags: Tickets to Boots & Bling Bingo on sale now; event raises money to fight child abuse.
Photo/Lauren Hummert Photography By SARA VANDEN BERGE Heroes with Handbags Erath County is a really fun event that raises money for a...
Mar 26, 20251 min read


SHS students qualify for state competition in UIL Theatrical Design.
Photo/Mindy McCleskey By SARA VANDEN BERGE Nine Stephenville High School students have qualified for state competition in UIL...
Mar 26, 20251 min read


Reminder: This company produces pretty, non-toxic nail polish with a sweet message of encouragement we all need.
You can find this pretty polish at the gift shop at Texas Sage. By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Husband and I went to Texas Sage last weekend...
Mar 25, 20251 min read


Check out this recipe for high protein jalapeno popper cheeseburger bites
By Julie Brinkley I love jalapeno poppers and this recipe with hamburger adds a unique twist and makes it a meal. This high protein,...
Mar 25, 20251 min read


Say hi to Jack Frost. This sweet guy loves to cuddle and take long walks.
Jack Frost By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Jack Frost, a...
Mar 24, 20252 min read


Tarleton State’s annual giving week set for March 31 through April 4.
Photo/TSU Media Relations TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Supporters of Tarleton State University can make a...
Mar 24, 20252 min read


Small, locally-owned waste management company says top-notch customer service is its No. 1 priority.
Photos/Rowel Services By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you are searching for a reliable, local company to handle your trash service, Rowel...
Mar 23, 20251 min read


Pysanky egg workshop coming to W.K. Gordon Center. Here’s how to register.
Graphic/TSU Media Relations TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News A pysanky egg workshop featuring the history of the...
Mar 23, 20251 min read


Watch this discussion about domestic violence between a survivor and law enforcement official.
Rosye Holland and Blessed Matai
Mar 21, 20251 min read


Long list of Erath County athletes competing in this year’s American Rodeo Championship.
Special to Beneath the Surface News The 12th annual American Rodeo Championship has announced its big weekend lineup April 11-12 at...
Mar 20, 20252 min read


Who wants a pineapple mango refresher? Smoothie King coming to Stephenville late summer/early fall.
I had no idea this was coming until I drove by and saw the sign. So excited! Photo/Smoothie King Facebook page By SARA VANDEN BERGE If...
Mar 19, 20251 min read


Former Tarleton professor pleads guilty to stealing more than $900,000 from university.
Photo/TSU Media Relations By SARA VANDEN BERGE Dr. Julie Howell, a former associate professor and head of the department of educational...
Mar 18, 20252 min read


Low calorie cherry dessert The Husband says tastes like a fancy donut.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE For those of us (like me) living on a constant diet, I find myself scrolling skinnytok more than I should. And...
Mar 18, 20251 min read


Litter of coffee kittens among this week’s featured pets. (And they are adorable.)
Say hello to Latte. By SARA VANDEN BERGE Among this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is a...
Mar 18, 20251 min read


Man with lengthy criminal history sentenced to 75 years in prison for intoxication assault.
Special to Beneath the Surface News The following is a narrative from the office of District Attorney Alan Nash: An Erath County jury of...
Mar 17, 20252 min read


Annual juried student exhibition open at Tarleton through March 31.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News The Annual Juried Student Exhibition, presented by the Department of Visual Arts...
Mar 14, 20251 min read


Former helicopter pilot who fought in Vietnam War writes memoir; hosts book signing in Stephenville.
Special to Beneath the Surface News The public is invited to attend a book signing and reading to celebrate the publication of John...
Mar 12, 20251 min read


Spring cleaning: These easy, non-toxic hacks will have your home smelling incredibly fresh.
By Alexis Rochester I’ve got some quick, science-backed hacks to transform your home's scent this spring. Forget about masking odors, a...
Mar 11, 20253 min read


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