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A news site focusing on people, places and events happening in and around Stephenville and Erath County, Texas.

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The Stephenville Downtown Merchants are ringing in the season this week with annual holiday open house.

The Stephenville Downtown Merchants are ringing in the season this week with annual holiday open house.

The Stephenville Downtown Merchants are ringing in the season this week with annual holiday open house.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Stephenville Downtown Merchants organization is ringing in the Christmas shopping season with a holiday open house on Friday, Nov. 14. The festive event is one of my favorites and will include refreshments, entertainment, and of course, the chance to do lots of shopping. The Erath County courthouse square and downtown plaza are already being decorated for Christmas, beckoning holiday shoppers to keep it local. KayLee Pemberton, manager of th

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This week’s featured dogs were dumped in the county and lived on their own before taken to local shelter.

This week’s featured dogs were dumped in the county and lived on their own before taken to local shelter.

This week’s featured dogs were dumped in the county and lived on their own before taken to local shelter.

9 hours ago

Spread a little warmth this fall by donating a new or gently used coat.

Spread a little warmth this fall by donating a new or gently used coat.

Spread a little warmth this fall by donating a new or gently used coat.

13 hours ago

The Serving Station: New indoor pickleball court opens in Stephenville.

The Serving Station: New indoor pickleball court opens in Stephenville.

The Serving Station: New indoor pickleball court opens in Stephenville.

2 days ago

Tarleton State University to host ‘Voices of Service’ tribute honoring local veterans.

Tarleton State University to host ‘Voices of Service’ tribute honoring local veterans.

Tarleton State University to host ‘Voices of Service’ tribute honoring local veterans.

2 days ago

Law enforcement agencies prepare for 6th annual ‘Shop with a Cop.’ Here’s how you can help.

Law enforcement agencies prepare for 6th annual ‘Shop with a Cop.’ Here’s how you can help.

Law enforcement agencies prepare for 6th annual ‘Shop with a Cop.’ Here’s how you can help.

5 days ago

Erath County United Way partners with local businesses to host ‘urgent food drive.’

Erath County United Way partners with local businesses to host ‘urgent food drive.’

Erath County United Way partners with local businesses to host ‘urgent food drive.’

6 days ago

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Sign up to ‘Run with Rudolph’ at Stephenville City Park.

Sign up to ‘Run with Rudolph’ at Stephenville City Park.

Sign up to ‘Run with Rudolph’ at Stephenville City Park.

6 days ago

Stephenville elects Lonn Reisman as its next mayor.

Stephenville elects Lonn Reisman as its next mayor.

Stephenville elects Lonn Reisman as its next mayor.

6 days ago

Country music sensation Hudson Westbrook donates $100k to the Erath County Junior Livestock Association.

Country music sensation Hudson Westbrook donates $100k to the Erath County Junior Livestock Association.

Country music sensation Hudson Westbrook donates $100k to the Erath County Junior Livestock Association.

Nov 3

Fitness Friday with Blessed Matai; join the workout.

Fitness Friday with Blessed Matai; join the workout.

Fitness Friday with Blessed Matai; join the workout.

Nov 1

Ho ho ho! Christmasville, lighted Christmas parade coming to Stephenville Thanksgiving weekend.

Ho ho ho! Christmasville, lighted Christmas parade coming to Stephenville Thanksgiving weekend.

Ho ho ho! Christmasville, lighted Christmas parade coming to Stephenville Thanksgiving weekend.

Oct 31

A ghost story like no other. Beneath the Book Club, let’s talk about ‘Ask for Andrea.’

A ghost story like no other. Beneath the Book Club, let’s talk about ‘Ask for Andrea.’

A ghost story like no other. Beneath the Book Club, let’s talk about ‘Ask for Andrea.’

Oct 27

Fall favorite: Butter chicken and rice is pure homestyle goodness.

Fall favorite: Butter chicken and rice is pure homestyle goodness.

Fall favorite: Butter chicken and rice is pure homestyle goodness.

Oct 27

Stephenville High School senior undergoes successful heart transplant.

Stephenville High School senior undergoes successful heart transplant.

Stephenville High School senior undergoes successful heart transplant.

Oct 26

Stephenville Running Club reaches new heights with 30 local runners taking part in marathons.

Stephenville Running Club reaches new heights with 30 local runners taking part in marathons.

Stephenville Running Club reaches new heights with 30 local runners taking part in marathons.

Oct 25

Sarah Weaver to host online weekly baking classes on Beneath the Surface News.

Sarah Weaver to host online weekly baking classes on Beneath the Surface News.

Sarah Weaver to host online weekly baking classes on Beneath the Surface News.

Oct 24

Huffin’ for the Stuffin’: Register now for this Thanksgiving Day turkey trot.

Huffin’ for the Stuffin’: Register now for this Thanksgiving Day turkey trot.

Huffin’ for the Stuffin’: Register now for this Thanksgiving Day turkey trot.

Oct 23

Full of crispy deliciousness, these smash dumplings will become your new obsession.

Full of crispy deliciousness, these smash dumplings will become your new obsession.

Full of crispy deliciousness, these smash dumplings will become your new obsession.

Oct 21

OUR BUSINESS COMMUNITY

Local real estate broker working hard to bring good things to Stephenville, surrounding area.

Local real estate broker working hard to bring good things to Stephenville, surrounding area.

Local real estate broker working hard to bring good things to Stephenville, surrounding area.

Oct 21

Local esthetician Courtney Donegan, owner of Skin Med Spa, talks all things skin care.

Local esthetician Courtney Donegan, owner of Skin Med Spa, talks all things skin care.

Local esthetician Courtney Donegan, owner of Skin Med Spa, talks all things skin care.

Oct 16

Hard Eight BBQ, Bass Pro Shops join forces to open new in-store dining experience next fall.

Hard Eight BBQ, Bass Pro Shops join forces to open new in-store dining experience next fall.

Hard Eight BBQ, Bass Pro Shops join forces to open new in-store dining experience next fall.

Oct 8

Dr. Hurley touts Tarleton’s massive growth, achievements during his ‘State of the University' address.

Dr. Hurley touts Tarleton’s massive growth, achievements during his ‘State of the University' address.

Dr. Hurley touts Tarleton’s massive growth, achievements during his ‘State of the University' address.

Oct 2

Calm Waters Spa offering $30 off its most popular service in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Calm Waters Spa offering $30 off its most popular service in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Calm Waters Spa offering $30 off its most popular service in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Sep 25

Office complex gets new name, major renovation; sign lease now and save big money for remainder of year.

Office complex gets new name, major renovation; sign lease now and save big money for remainder of year.

Office complex gets new name, major renovation; sign lease now and save big money for remainder of year.

Sep 23

Beautiful, old homes in Stephenville to be recognized with 100-year medallion.

Beautiful, old homes in Stephenville to be recognized with 100-year medallion.

Beautiful, old homes in Stephenville to be recognized with 100-year medallion.

Sep 22

Fall favorites: Soup season has arrived and The Home Place at Ace has a variety of amazing pots.

Fall favorites: Soup season has arrived and The Home Place at Ace has a variety of amazing pots.

Fall favorites: Soup season has arrived and The Home Place at Ace has a variety of amazing pots.

Sep 22

This longtime stylist offers hope to women battling hair loss.

This longtime stylist offers hope to women battling hair loss.

This longtime stylist offers hope to women battling hair loss.

Sep 17

Tarleton State University celebrates grand opening of $80 million Health Professions Building.

Tarleton State University celebrates grand opening of $80 million Health Professions Building.

Tarleton State University celebrates grand opening of $80 million Health Professions Building.

Sep 11

Want to learn more about CASA? Attend one of the organization’s monthly informational sessions.

Want to learn more about CASA? Attend one of the organization’s monthly informational sessions.

Want to learn more about CASA? Attend one of the organization’s monthly informational sessions.

Sep 10

El Corral Mexican Grill & Bar launches new happy hour. Think 20% off cocktails, beer and apps!

El Corral Mexican Grill & Bar launches new happy hour. Think 20% off cocktails, beer and apps!

El Corral Mexican Grill & Bar launches new happy hour. Think 20% off cocktails, beer and apps!

Sep 5

Traditional Fall Decorations

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