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Tarleton State University prepares for Homecoming with annual lighting of Smokestack.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Tarleton State University Homecoming traditions will take center stage Oct....
Oct 19, 20222 min read


Registration underway for SPARD youth basketball. Here’s what you need to know.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Stephenville Parks and Recreation Department is now taking signups for youth basketball with games scheduled to...
Oct 18, 20221 min read


This singing competition benefits Erath County Habitat for Humanity. Here's how to enter.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you can belt out a tune, now’s your chance to showcase your talent. Entries are now being accepted for A Voice...
Oct 18, 20221 min read


‘Everyone’s story matters.’ Tarleton works to preserve city’s historic African-American cemetery.
TSU Media Relations Special to Beneath the Surface News Among the trees and autumn leaves lies a century’s worth of some of...
Oct 17, 20222 min read


This energetic pup needs a loving and active home.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE One of this week’s featured pets up for adoption at the Erath County Humane Society is Gator, a 10-month-old male...
Oct 17, 20221 min read


Register now for the Lions Club’s Spooktacular half marathon, 10K, 5K and 1-mile fun run.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE This isn’t a trick. It’s a treat. Registration is now underway for runners and walkers to take part in the...
Oct 17, 20221 min read


With fall-like temperatures all week, this 15 Bean Soup should be simmering on your stovetop.
15 Bean Soup is a fan fave at our house. By SARA VANDEN BERGE As soon as The Husband saw this week’s forecast called for rain and chilly temps, he announced that a piping hot bowl of 15 Bean Soup sounded good. And since I love it too, there was no reason to argue. So a bag of Hurst’s HamBeens 15 Bean Soup was added to my grocery list, and on Sunday, a big pot sat simmering on my stovetop. HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED 1 bag of 15 Bean Soup I cup chopped onion 1 14.5-oz can diced t
Oct 16, 20221 min read


Spookyville: This Halloween event is brewing. Think ghost walks, scavenger hunt, spirits and spells.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Think Halloween is only for kids? Think again. An upcoming event happening from 6-9 p.m. Saturday in downtown...
Oct 16, 20221 min read


Dog Jog: Sign up now to take part in this 5k, 1-mile fun benefiting Erath County Humane Society.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE A group of Stephenville High School students belonging to FCCLA (Family, Career and Community Leaders of America)...
Oct 14, 20221 min read


October’s Hometown Hero is well-known educator who teaches students how to fall in love with music.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE His students call him “Mr. C.” Everyone else knows him as Michael Childs, Stephenville High School’s director of...
Oct 13, 20221 min read


Christopher Weekes found guilty of burglary of a habitation; receives 53-year prison sentence.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE It took an Erath County jury only 15 minutes on Wednesday to find Christopher Weekes guilty of burglary of a...
Oct 13, 20222 min read


It’s time to register your team for the 10th annual ‘Toys Fore Kids’ golf tourney.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The 10th annual Toys Fore Kids golf tournament and fundraiser is just around the corner and it’s time to get your...
Oct 13, 20221 min read


Setting the record straight: There is no plan to issue bond proposal for Hook Elementary.
By CHAD ELMS Special to Beneath the Surface News Over the last several days, I’ve started to hear some misinformation floating around on...
Oct 12, 20223 min read


Tarleton PD offering self-defense course for women. Here’s how to register.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Tarleton Police Department is offering a self-defense class designed specifically for women. The four-hour...
Oct 11, 20221 min read


We ended our 18-day journey across Europe in Portugal where we enjoyed port wine and olive oil.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE By the time we landed in Portugal, we were tired. It had been 17 days since we began our trek through Europe – the...
Oct 11, 20222 min read


Tickets to Lonestar Fireworks Festival benefiting Foster’s Home for Children on sale now.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Tickets to the Lonestar Fireworks Festival benefiting Foster’s Home for Children are on sale now. The second annual...
Oct 10, 20221 min read


Make dinner delicious with garlic butter chicken bites and lemon asparagus.
By JULIE BRINKLEY If it’s presentation you enjoy giving your family for dinner, this recipe for garlic butter chicken bites and lemon...
Oct 9, 20222 min read


Dear Darcy: Dealing with a nasty mother-in-law puts damper on the holidays.
Dear Darcy, The holidays are approaching and it is something I do not look forward to when it comes to my in-laws. We only see them...
Oct 9, 20222 min read


Now’s your chance to nominate a 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 is your...
Oct 9, 20221 min read


Talks on SISD’s bond proposal for $39 million stadium will continue with called meeting on Monday.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Stephenville ISD board of trustees will meet at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 10, at the Bond Auditorium to continue...
Oct 8, 20222 min read


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