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Sprinting into 2025: Improve your health and make new friends by joining the Stephenville Running Club.
The Stephenville Running Club celebrated its membership into the Chamber of Commerce with a ribbon cutting. Photo/Stephenville Chamber of...
Jan 2, 20251 min read


Operation Miami: I’m using the HitMeal app to count calories and shed a few pounds by March. Here’s how it’s going.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I stopped making New Year’s resolutions a long time ago. Instead, I decided that when I need to make changes to...
Jan 2, 20252 min read


Erath County welcomes newly-elected officials in New Year’s Day swearing-in ceremony.
Pictured from left: District Court Judge Jason Cashon, Erath County Sheriff Matt Coates, constables Ryan Gibson and Jason Schipper,...
Jan 1, 20251 min read


Stephenville residence catches fire on New Year’s Eve; celebratory fireworks suspected as possible cause.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An early New Year’s Eve fireworks celebration is being investigated as the possible cause of a fire that damaged a...
Jan 1, 20251 min read


This sweet guy landed at the shelter with severe injuries. Now he’s healed and looking for a new home.
Honks is the cutest little guy. By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society...
Dec 30, 20241 min read


Beneath the Book Club: It’s time to ring in the new year with a new book. Which one intrigues you?
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Hello Beneath the Book Clubbers! We are kicking off our January selections with three of Goodreads...
Dec 30, 20243 min read


Beneath the Book Club discussion: When Christmas Comes was a twisty holiday mystery with a surprising, yet satisfying end.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I liked it. I did. But Andrew Klavan’s When Christmas Comes was slower than I anticipated or wanted in a mystery....
Dec 29, 20242 min read


A dash of cayenne pepper gives this sweet, savory snack mix a nice kick.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I know, I know; it’s two days after Christmas and you’re sick of eating. I am too. But a new year is just around...
Dec 27, 20241 min read


Tarleton State University to introduce artificial intelligence and machine learning programs this spring.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News The Mayfield College of Engineering at Tarleton State University will officially...
Dec 27, 20242 min read


Young Stephenville baker to compete in Food Network’s Kids Baking Championship premiering Jan. 6.
Stephenville's Micah Parsons will compete on the Food Network's Kids Baking Championship. Photo/Food Network Special to Beneath the...
Dec 26, 20242 min read


Dazzle your guests with these easy holiday appetizers and gingerbread espresso martinis.
Toast the perfect night with a delicious gingerbread espresso martini. By Julie Brinkley Holiday entertaining doesn’t have to be...
Dec 24, 20242 min read


This playful cat is one of this week's featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society.
Say hi to Shelby! By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Shelby, a...
Dec 23, 20241 min read


Tarleton State University announces winter break closures; here's the holiday schedule.
Photo/TSU Media Relations TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University will be closed for winter...
Dec 22, 20241 min read


Dec 20, 20240 min read


Prime Metal Buildings & Components holding end-of-year hardware sale; save 30% on tools, welding gear and safety equipment.
Photo/Prime Metal Buildings & Components By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you need a special gift for that do-it-yourselfer this holiday season,...
Dec 19, 20241 min read


All-Star Cookies & Creamery opens in Stephenville just in time for the holidays.
The all-star is the bakery’s signature cookie. By SARA VANDEN BERGE A new bakery has opened in Stephenville just in time for Christmas....
Dec 19, 20242 min read


TikTok made me make this creamy Italian pasta dish. You should make it too.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I don’t know what I will do if this ban on TikTok sticks because I get a lot of delicious recipes from there. ...
Dec 19, 20241 min read


Stephenville’s Senior Citizens Center to host one last celebration before closing its doors for final time.
The Stephenville Senior Citizens Center, located at 164 E. College Street, will close permanently on Friday. A new facility is slated to...
Dec 18, 20241 min read


Erath County grand jury indicts 10, including man charged with attempted indecency with a child.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An Erath County grand jury recently indicted 10 individuals on a variety of charges. The following is the full list...
Dec 17, 20241 min read


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