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Beach-reading season is coming to an end, but it’s not over yet. So download The Golden Couple.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Pay no mind to the fact that the last really good book I wrote about was called The Perfect Couple. This is just a...
Aug 6, 20232 min read


Need a late-night snack? Insomnia Cookies is heading to Stephenville!
By SARA VANDEN BERGE There are definitely perks to living in a college town. The latest business coming to Stephenville is a famous...
Aug 3, 20231 min read


Prime Metal Buildings: Great perks, great pay. This growing company hiring office, shop positions.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Prime Metal Buildings & Components is one of the fastest-growing companies in the state of Texas and is...
Aug 3, 20232 min read


Attorney investigating drowning of a 4-year-old child at Splashville says he is being stonewalled.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An attorney that has been hired by the family of Colt Williams, the four-year-old child who drowned at Splashville...
Aug 2, 20232 min read


3 of SPARD’s top female Track & Field athletes compete at State Meet. This is how they did.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Three of SPARD’s top Track & Field athletes competed at the State Meet in Weatherford last weekend. The girls...
Aug 2, 20231 min read


How do those following a plant-based diet get sufficient protein? This is how I do it.
Charles Cisco is a former Marine and personal trainer who graduated from Tarleton State University with a degree in kinesiology and...
Aug 2, 20232 min read


Hey parents! It’s time to pick up athletic equipment at HJH. Here’s what you need to know.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Summer vacation is almost over for local students and it’s time to get down to business. Topping the to-do list for...
Aug 2, 20232 min read


Musicians invited to take part in Voices of Change Music Fest to support victims of domestic abuse.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you're a talented musician looking for a venue to showcase your skills, sign up to participate in Voices of...
Aug 1, 20231 min read


Chicken + pesto = these delicious skewers. Then add this Greek salad to your dinner plate.
By JULIE BRINKLEY Nothing says summer more than grilled chicken skewers, and if you want to jazz them up a little, brush on some pesto,...
Aug 1, 20231 min read


Bubble the cat loves human interaction while this week’s featured dog is dreaming of a big yard.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Bubble, a one to two-year-old...
Jul 31, 20231 min read


If you need an end-of-summer getaway, head to Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa in Austin.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE "Rejoice with your family in the beautiful land of life." - Albert Einstein I rejoiced with mine this weekend at...
Jul 31, 20232 min read


Garrett Reeves found guilty of aggravated assault with deadly weapon; sentenced to 30 years.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE It took a jury about an hour on Thursday to find Garrett Reeves guilty of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon in...
Jul 27, 20232 min read


Ready, set, go! There’s still time to get your team together for the Amazing Meals on Wheels Race.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Meals on Wheels of Erath County is once again hosting its own version of the popular reality TV show, The Amazing...
Jul 27, 20231 min read


Floral arranging, champagne and brunch. It’s all part of Bubbles and Blooms at Newton’s Saddlerack.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you like floral arranging. And mimosas. And a delicious Saturday brunch. Then I’ve got an event for you. Newton’s...
Jul 26, 20231 min read


This golf scramble is raising money for the Erath County Humane Society. Here’s how to enter.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE An upcoming golf scramble aimed at raising money for the Erath County Humane Society is taking place on Saturday,...
Jul 25, 20231 min read


Stephenville Dance Center celebrates 3 national titles as fall registration gets underway.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Dancers and instructors with the Stephenville Dance Center are still riding a high after bringing home three...
Jul 25, 20231 min read


This small, friendly guy was found as a stray and never claimed.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Mozart, a four-year-old male...
Jul 24, 20231 min read


Bellamy Brothers, Davin James at Stephenville City Park this week for final concert of summer.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you’re a fan of hits like “Let your Love Flow” and “Save the Last Dance for Me” like I am, make plans to head to...
Jul 22, 20231 min read


Now’s your chance to nominate a local law enforcement official as August’s Hometown Hero.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Do you know a law enforcement official whose dedication to the profession is worthy of public recognition? If so,...
Jul 21, 20231 min read


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