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This egg, sausage and green chili breakfast casserole is a Christmas morning tradition at our house.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE My kids have woken up every Christmas morning to the familiar scent of an egg, sausage and green chili casserole...
Dec 17, 20242 min read
One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption is this lovable kitten named Autumn.
Say hello to Autumn. By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is...
Dec 16, 20241 min read
Dublin police chief: Clerk at One Stop was able to give authorities helpful description of suspects after robbery.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Update at 11:15 a.m. Monday, Dec. 16: Dublin Police Chief Cameron Ray said the suspects have been taken into...
Dec 16, 20242 min read
This bowl of tipsy cranberries with port wine is a simple way to fancy up your Christmas table.
This is delicious, but you will need to keep it off the kids' table. By SARA VANDEN BERGE I discovered this recipe for tipsy...
Dec 15, 20241 min read
Yellow Jacket basketball hosting ‘teddy bear toss’ during Tuesday’s game. Oh, and Santa will be there too.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Not only is the Stephenville High School Yellow Jacket varsity basketball team having a fantastic season, the...
Dec 15, 20241 min read
This MZ Wallace bag should be on the wish list of every girl who loves to travel.
I'm obsessed with this quilted Madison shoulder bag that retails for $275. By SARA VANDEN BERGE Finding the perfect bag to travel with...
Dec 13, 20241 min read
Tarleton State University launches program to help students overcome financial obstacles.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News To celebrate Tarleton State 's 125-year history of offering deserving students...
Dec 12, 20242 min read
Holiday shopping: Dowell Ace Hardware’s 12 days of Christmas sale begins Friday.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Dowell Ace Hardware and The Home Place at Ace are offering big savings on a variety of items this holiday...
Dec 12, 20241 min read
I made a special trip to Venture19 today just to stock up on our favorite tomato basil soup.
You can find this delicious soup at Venture19 in downtown Stephenville. By SARA VANDEN BERGE I did a little shopping today and as I...
Dec 11, 20241 min read
Tanglewood Pharmacy announces that it will no longer accept Express Scripts insurance beginning Jan. 1.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Tanglewood Pharmacy in Stephenville is gearing up for a change next year that will impact many of its customers....
Dec 11, 20241 min read
The Tanglewood Santas are back this weekend! Bring the kids for photos, popcorn and fun.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Tanglewood neighborhood in Stephenville will be alive with the spirit of Christmas when its favorite group of...
Dec 10, 20241 min read
This simple and delicious turkey bowl doubles as an anti-inflammatory.
By Julie Brinkley It’s two weeks before Christmas and before we fully jump into the holiday indulgences, we are going to make a clean...
Dec 10, 20241 min read
This week’s featured pets include a timid, but sweet Heeler mix and 2 playful kittens.
Say hi to Smoke Show! By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is...
Dec 9, 20241 min read
Local company giving residents rare opportunity to shop Layerz Clothing warehouse sale.
Photos/Layerz Clothing By SARA VANDEN BERGE Erath County residents will get a rare opportunity to shop a warehouse sale from 9 a.m.-...
Dec 9, 20241 min read
Dec 9, 20240 min read
‘The Mystery of the Christmas Star’ returns to Tarleton State Planetarium through Dec. 20.
Photo/TSU Media Relations TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News The Tarleton State University Planetarium’s most...
Dec 8, 20241 min read
TxDOT seeks public input on future of US Hwy. 377.
Special to Beneath the Surface News The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is seeking public input on the future of US 377, a...
Dec 5, 20241 min read
Interested in becoming an Erath County master gardener? Make plans to attend this lunch.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you’ve ever been interested in becoming a master gardener or simply want to learn more about gardening, make...
Dec 5, 20241 min read
Backpack Buddies of Erath County: Feed a child for an entire year by purchasing a peg doll for $100.
Photo/Backpack Buddies Facebook page By SARA VANDEN BERGE Not all kids celebrate the weekend. For those who rely on school meals for...
Dec 4, 20241 min read
This DIY disinfectant spray makes the perfect gift for teachers, neighbors and friends.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER Do you need a simple gift idea for the Christmas season? I make this disinfectant every year for teachers,...
Dec 4, 20242 min read
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