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Near miss: Scammers take control of woman’s computer, gain access to her banking in elaborate hoax.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A Stephenville woman is still shaking after falling for an elaborate scam that could have cost her thousands. She...
Apr 4, 20242 min read
Texas Sage Plant Nursery and Garden Market: This haven for plant enthusiasts and garden lovers opens in Dublin.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A new Erath County business set to open in Dublin this weekend is offering shoppers a unique experience and respite...
Apr 4, 20242 min read
Tarleton State University’s first week of giving begins April 8. Here’s how you can donate.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University supporters are encouraged to donate to areas of campus...
Apr 3, 20241 min read
Have a sweet tooth, but watching your weight? This dessert has 145 calories and is super delish.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE We are not big dessert people, but every Wednesday I make a light snack to munch on while we watch Survivor. When...
Apr 3, 20241 min read
Erath County woman accused of starving dozens of animals is released from jail after posting $10K bond.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A woman accused of animal cruelty turned herself into authorities on Tuesday following a warrant for her arrest....
Apr 2, 20241 min read
Operation Boneyard: Group caring for seized animals is asking for donations.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Calling it “Operation Boneyard,” the organization working to help place more than 100 animals seized from an Erath...
Apr 2, 20242 min read
Stephenville’s Banner Project: Honor your loved one this Memorial Day with a downtown banner.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Stephenville’s Main Street program is giving residents a unique opportunity to honor their fallen loved ones this...
Apr 2, 20241 min read
Following the Whole30 diet? You will love these Sloppy Joe bowls!
By JULIE BRINKLEY Following a healthy diet doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice taste. This recipe for Sloppy Joe bowls is delicious and...
Apr 2, 20241 min read
Man sentenced to 119 years for sexually assaulting 4 Erath County minors seeks new trial.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A new attorney for a man sentenced in January to 119 years in prison for sexually assaulting four minors has filed...
Apr 1, 20241 min read
Stephenville’s newest retailer: Atwoods Ranch & Home Goods is now open.
Special to Beneath the Surface News Atwoods Ranch & Home Goods is opening its newest location in Stephenville on Wednesday, April 3,...
Apr 1, 20241 min read
Lady Bird loves other dogs and has never met a stranger; she is up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Lady Bird, a one to...
Apr 1, 20241 min read
Tarleton’s therapeutic riding program gives participants chance to become cowboys; special kids rodeo happens this week.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Texan Therapeutic Riding, formerly TREAT Riding, will host its biannual Special...
Apr 1, 20241 min read
Spring reading: Beneath the Book Club’s April pick is NYT’s bestseller Happy Place by Emily Henry.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Beneath the Book Clubbers have chosen Happy Place by Emily Henry to kick off spring reading. This No. 1 New York...
Apr 1, 20242 min read
Some like it hot: This Ember self-heating smart mug keeps your coffee at just the right temperature.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE There is nothing worse than a cold cup of coffee. (Unless, of course, it's a cold brew.) My first one stays warm...
Mar 28, 20241 min read
Designer purse bingo: Tickets to Heroes with Handbags on sale now. Event raises money for fight against child abuse.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Heroes with Handbags Erath County is a really fun event that raises money for a very serious cause: The fight...
Mar 27, 20241 min read
Beneath the Book Club discussion: Look Closer by David Ellis is a crazy ride that turns its back on logic.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’m on the fence about this one. Not because I didn’t enjoy it; I mean who doesn’t love an angsty mystery with plot...
Mar 27, 20241 min read
An Evening in Purple: Tarleton honors Legacy and Distinguished Alumni Award recipients at Saturday's gala.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University presented Legacy and Distinguished Alumni honors at the...
Mar 26, 20246 min read
4 decades of music: Madonna’s Celebration Tour landed in Dallas last night and I was there for it.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I was a child of the 80s, which means I was heavily influenced by two things growing up in Southern California:...
Mar 25, 20242 min read
This extremely friendly pup and sweet cat are ready for loving homes. Here’s where you can meet them.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Jewel, a two-year-old female...
Mar 25, 20241 min read
Judge permanently removes malnourished animals from owner while county attorney considers charges.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The more than 100 malnourished animals rescued from a property last week on County Road 712 in Erath County will not...
Mar 24, 20241 min read
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