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Friendly, sociable dog wants to play with ‘everyone;’ curious cat can't get enough attention.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Jake, a three to...
Nov 6, 20231 min read


Local law enforcement prepares for 4th annual ‘Shop with a Cop.’ Here’s how you can give.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Erath County law enforcement agencies are wasting no time getting into the holiday spirit. The agencies are working...
Nov 6, 20231 min read


The VBs are holiday-ready thanks to my good friend Polly. Let her spruce up your Christmas tree!
By SARA VANDEN BERGE To quote our favorite Christmas movie: The VBs “are the jolliest bunch of a******* this side of the nuthouse.”...
Nov 4, 20231 min read


Nov 3, 20230 min read


A legacy of empowerment, encouragement: Woman honors her trailblazing mom with business scholarship.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Kari Haile’s mom broke barriers in 1943 as an award-winning Tarleton State...
Nov 3, 20233 min read


SPD, Erath County Sheriff’s Office, DEA arrest 14; uncover drug trafficking organization.
Special to Beneath the Surface News Fourteen suspects are in custody following an operation led by special agents of the Drug Enforcement...
Nov 2, 20231 min read


Tarleton breaks ground on $7 million Research and Economic Development Building.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University broke ground Wednesday for a Research and Economic...
Nov 1, 20232 min read


Now’s your chance to become a Texas Master Naturalist. Here’s how.
Special to Beneath the Surface News If you’ve dreamed of becoming a certified Texas Master Naturalist, you’re in luck. The Prairie Oaks...
Nov 1, 20231 min read


So good! Warm up with white bean chicken chili. (You’ll only need one pot to make it!)
By JULIE BRINKLEY ‘Tis the season for soups, chili and stew and this recipe for white bean chicken chili is made in a single pot! And...
Oct 31, 20231 min read


Lawmen: Bass Reeves now streaming on Paramount.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Make sure you have plenty of popcorn on hand Sunday (Nov. 5) because the first two episodes of Lawmen: Bass Reeves...
Oct 30, 20231 min read


The official start to Christmas shopping starts this weekend with city’s annual holiday market.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The city of Stephenville’s annual holiday market is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever! The two-day event...
Oct 30, 20231 min read


This lasagna soup is so freaking good you won’t believe it! (Even Max loved it!)
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Husband loves lasagna and I love soup, which is why The Daughter shared this recipe with me that she found on TikTok. “Mom, this is so good!” she said. “I made it for dinner and Max loved it. He even took the leftovers to work, and he never does that with my stuff.” That “stuff” she was referring to is her cooking and Max is her boyfriend. The Daughter inherited my wonky cooking gene, which means the stuff we make is usually edible, but rarely is it
Oct 28, 20231 min read


A blast of cold weather forces Chamber to reschedule its annual Safe Trick ‘R Treat event.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Mother Nature’s plan for a blast of cold air is coming at a bad time: Halloween. So now, the Stephenville Chamber of...
Oct 27, 20231 min read


Get cozy: Up your bathing experience with this luxury towel warmer.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE This isn’t the first time I’ve written about my love for this product. In fact, I received a Zadro Large Towel...
Oct 27, 20231 min read


Get an early start on holiday baking with these cranberry mini loaves.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE I let two things dictate my pre-Christmas spirit: The weather and Hallmark channel. Since it’s been raining all week...
Oct 26, 20231 min read


Huffin’ for the Stuffin’: Register for this Thanksgiving Day fun run with pie at the finish line!
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Before you stuff yourself with turkey on Thanksgiving Day, make plans to take part in the 5th annual Huffin’ for the...
Oct 25, 20231 min read


Gov. Greg Abbott bestows Yellow Rose of Texas honor to this former local history teacher.
Special to Beneath the Surface News Stephenville resident and former 7th grade history teacher Nancy Crouch has been commissioned as a...
Oct 25, 20231 min read


Nominate your favorite local firefighter for November’s Hometown Hero award.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Do you know a firefighter whose dedication to the profession is worthy of public recognition? If so, now’s your...
Oct 24, 20231 min read


Celebrate fall with pumpkin feta pasta and side salad made with toasted pecans, cranberries.
By JULIE BRINKLEY It finally feels like fall and there is no better way to celebrate than with a meal featuring all the seasonal...
Oct 24, 20232 min read


This week’s featured pets include a fun-size, sassy dog and cat that likes to play with her mouse.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Blanche, a one to...
Oct 23, 20231 min read


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