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Stolen antiquities, a journey through Europe and bombing: The Paris Widow by Kimberly Belle is your next thrilling read.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I was between books. I finished Beneath the Book Club’s June read, Malibu Rising , and needed something new to...
Jun 20, 20242 min read
Former Bluff Dale youth minister pleads guilty to online harassment in misdemeanor plea deal.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Ryan Ivy managed to escape his bad behavior without a felony conviction, but he didn’t get away completely...
Jun 19, 20242 min read
Tarleton State University names Dr. J. Michael Leger new dean of School of Nursing.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University has named Dr. J. (John) Michael Leger the new Dean of...
Jun 18, 20242 min read
Summer salad series: Fresh mozzarella, chickpeas make this Italian sub broccoli salad absolutely delish!
By JULIE BRINKLEY This healthy salad is perfect for summer! It’s laden with protein and absolutely delish! Click here to watch how I make...
Jun 18, 20241 min read
‘There are lots to choose from.’ Erath County Humane Society has abundance of kittens up for adoption.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you’ve been wanting to adopt a sweet kitten, now’s your chance; the Erath County Humane Society has an abundance....
Jun 17, 20241 min read
17-year-old shooting suspect remains in jail; bond set at $225K.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A 17-year-old shooting suspect remains in the Erath County Jail on a $225,000 bond. Diego Delacruz was arrested and...
Jun 16, 20241 min read
Stephenville is gearing up for its annual July 4th parade. Here’s what you need to know.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Stephenville officials are gearing up for its Fourth of July festivities and if taking part in the annual parade is...
Jun 16, 20241 min read
Three injured in Erath County shooting; 17-year-old suspect apprehended.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Three people were injured in a shooting at a residence off State Highway 108 in Erath County Friday night in what...
Jun 15, 20241 min read
Jun 14, 20240 min read
RIDE, a new rodeo film set in Stephenville, debuts on the big screen June 14.
Special to Beneath the Surface News Dallas-raised Jake Allyn’s newest film, RIDE, premieres in theaters across America this weekend. Ride...
Jun 12, 20241 min read
Summer safety: Why you should be using a mineral sunscreen on your face.
By Alexis Rochester I just had my annual skincare screening this month, so I thought it would be a good time to share a post about...
Jun 12, 20242 min read
Attorney for family of child who drowned at Splashville asks for hearing to conduct independent investigation.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An attorney representing the family of Colt Williams, the four-year-old child who drowned at Splashville in June...
Jun 11, 20242 min read
Legacy Estate Long Term Care is now open in Comanche and taking new residents.
Special to Beneath the Surface News Legacy Estate Long Term Care, a new nursing home in Comanche, is dedicated to providing exceptional...
Jun 10, 20241 min read
Say hi to Aries and Walkie Talkie. They are this week’s featured pets up for adoption.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Aries, a two to...
Jun 10, 20241 min read
Commissioner Joe Brown resigns before term ends; Sherman Edwards appointed to take the helm.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Sherman Edwards has become Erath County commissioner of precinct 3 earlier than expected following Joe Brown’s...
Jun 10, 20241 min read
Bosque River Taphouse is keeping it cool this summer with seasonal craft beer and good vibes.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Summers in Texas can be excruciatingly hot, but Stephenville’s Bosque River Taphouse is keeping it cool with cold...
Jun 7, 20242 min read
OmaLeen’s verdant dinner is an amazing opportunity for women to make new friends, enjoy a delicious meal.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Verdant: Covered with a thick, healthy natural growth. Lush, leafy, rich, fruitful, green, dense, productive. I...
Jun 6, 20241 min read
2 weekends, 1 big sale. Dowell Ace Hardware is gearing up for Father’s Day with these amazing deals.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The folks at Dowell Ace Hardware in Stephenville love dads so much that they are giving you not one, but two...
Jun 6, 20241 min read
‘The gift of knowledge.’ Ranger College nursing program receives $84K endowment scholarship.
Ranger College Public Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News In a remarkable act of generosity, the Ranger College nursing program...
Jun 5, 20241 min read
Stephenville officials to honor Dr. O.H. Frazier with key to the city.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Stephenville native and former Tarleton State University student Dr. O.H. “Bud”...
Jun 4, 20242 min read
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