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Students at Dublin ISD can now earn university credit before graduating thanks to Tarleton Today.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Beginning fall 2023, Dublin High School students can earn university credit...
May 4, 20232 min read
Why sunscreen should be a big part of your daily skincare routine.
By ALEXIS ROCHESTER It’s May in Texas and we are heading into a long, hot summer with our skin more exposed to the sun. Sun protection is...
May 4, 20233 min read
With 2 fatal overdoses, agencies work together to keep fentanyl scourge out of Erath County.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Law enforcement officials say it only takes a single pill laced with a small amount of fentanyl to kill a person....
May 3, 20232 min read
Moo-La Fest returns with tons of new events, and of course, hot air balloons and carnival.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Stephenville’s annual Moo-La Fest is making its return June 2-3 at City Park and this year’s event is one you don’t...
May 3, 20231 min read
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with brunch at Newton’s Saddlerack. Think stacked enchiladas, sangria.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Newton’s Saddlerack is celebrating Cinco de Mayo a day late with brunch from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Saturday, May 6....
May 2, 20231 min read
NASA selects Tarleton for program giving students a chance to fly an experiment into space.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News A team from Tarleton State University’s Mayfield College of Engineering will...
May 1, 20232 min read
This energetic boy sustained trauma before arriving at the shelter; now he has some paralysis.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Cain, a two-year-old male...
May 1, 20231 min read
Make plans to attend this hamburger supper, dessert auction benefiting volunteer fire departments.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE After casting your vote on Saturday, May 6, head to the Erath County Volunteer Fire Rescue station on East Road in...
May 1, 20231 min read
Tickets on sale for Stephenville Dance Center’s production of Cinderella.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The fairytale centering around a beautiful girl treated poorly by her stepmother and stepsisters before getting...
May 1, 20231 min read
First Financial Bank hosting event to help small local businesses succeed in growing market.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE First Financial Bank Stephenville is hosting an event aimed at helping small local businesses navigate an...
Apr 30, 20231 min read
SHS art student wins first place in the 2023 Congressional Art Competition with this painting.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Stephenville High School art students Leanne Nguyen and Saylor Hildebrandt won first and second place in the 2023...
Apr 28, 20231 min read
Venture 19 hosting Mother’s Day event. Think flowers, mimosas and these cool champagne flutes.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Mother’s Day is just around the corner (May 14) and if you’re looking for the perfect gift for mom, you’ll want to...
Apr 28, 20231 min read
Napa is more than good wine; it’s a foodie’s paradise. Imagine my surprise to see this on a menu.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you’re a foodie who happens to enjoy a good glass of California wine, a trip to Napa should be on your to-do...
Apr 27, 20232 min read
Moo-La Fest adds fun run to growing list of exciting activities happening at this year’s event.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE When Moo-La Fest officially gets underway in Stephenville on the first weekend in June, attendees will enjoy a slew...
Apr 26, 20231 min read
Street closures begin in parts of downtown Stephenville as filming of Bass Reeves gets closer.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The transformation of the Erath County courthouse square and downtown plaza into the set of the Bass Reeves...
Apr 26, 20231 min read
Designer purse bingo: Tickets to Heroes with Handbags on sale now.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Heroes with Handbags Erath County is a really fun event that raises money for a very serious cause: The fight...
Apr 26, 20231 min read
New business: Palmwood Designs offers unique hand-crafted, personalized goods for all occasions.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A new Stephenville-based business is offering a unique service: Personalized goods for all of life’s occasions....
Apr 25, 20231 min read
Now’s your chance to nominate a healthcare worker for May’s Hometown Hero award.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Do you know a healthcare worker whose compassion to their patients and dedication to the profession are worthy of...
Apr 25, 20231 min read
Studio 6:14 receives award for Top Studio during Synergy Dance Competition in Frisco.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Brittany Thurman, owner of Studio 6:14 Dance and Performing Arts, is dancing on cloud 9. Not only was her...
Apr 25, 20231 min read
Homemade Greek chicken burgers with tzatziki sauce and feta cheese for the win.
By JULIE BRINKLEY If you like a burger straight off the grill, try this lean chicken patty with perfect Greek seasonings. WHAT YOU’LL...
Apr 25, 20231 min read
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