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Feb 62 min read

Switching to this product can be the key to finally getting the skincare results you want.

By Alexis Rochester I have a great skincare hack for you and it’s all about switching to the right type of vitamin C serum. Whenever...

Jan 302 min read

Besque’s Magic Luxury Body Oil has left my skin noticeably firmer and more radiant.

Yeah, I stocked up on Besque's Magic Luxury Body Oil. By SARA VANDEN BERGE I don’t fall in love with products easily; I find that most...

Jan 152 min read

Calm Waters: This new head spa in Stephenville offers the ultimate experience in relaxation.

This part of my hour-long treatment was the ultimate in luxury. By SARA VANDEN BERGE I indulged in the most luxurious shampoo of my...

Jan 72 min read

I purchased a potato soup starter kit from Venture19. You should boogie downtown to get yours.

Soup for people who don't like peeling potatoes. By SARA VANDEN BERGE I love potato soup, but I hate peeling potatoes, which is why I...

Dec 13, 20241 min read

This MZ Wallace bag should be on the wish list of every girl who loves to travel.

I'm obsessed with this quilted Madison shoulder bag that retails for $275. By SARA VANDEN BERGE Finding the perfect bag to travel with...

Dec 11, 20241 min read

I made a special trip to Venture19 today just to stock up on our favorite tomato basil soup.

You can find this delicious soup at Venture19 in downtown Stephenville. By SARA VANDEN BERGE I did a little shopping today and as I...

Oct 24, 20242 min read

I enjoyed a morning of self-care at this new beauty spa located in Stephenville.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE At 54, I’ve learned the importance of self-care. And by that I mean doing things that are good for my skin, soul...

Oct 7, 20242 min read

Try these pumpkin-based skin care products for brighter, smoother looking skin.

By Alexis Rochester While pumpkin-based skin care products are fantastic throughout the year, they are really special to use during...

Aug 31, 20241 min read

This iced coffee pick-me-up has become part of my daily diet. And it packs a ton of protein.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’ve become a barista. Every day around 2:30 p.m., I reach into the cabinet for a glass, fill it with ice and...

Aug 25, 20241 min read

Make this delicious Greek-inspired dish with ALDI’s Never Any sausage. (Each link has 140 calories, 13 grams of protein.)

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’m becoming a big fan of ALDI , especially the supermarket’s Never Any chicken sausage, which I discovered, of...

Jul 10, 20242 min read

Boost your skin’s health and appearance this summer with a Hydrafacial at Pure Image.

By Alexis Rochester If you haven’t tried a Hydrafacial yet, I highly recommend getting one. Not only will it smooth and boost your skin’s...

May 6, 20241 min read

Buzz kill: If flies are ruining your patio time, head to Dowell Ace Hardware for a can (or 5) of this.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE There are several things I can’t live without during the summer: Coppertone 50, Bronze Goddess Body Oil, Sunday...

Apr 9, 20241 min read

Get that sun-kissed look: This highlighter is the best I’ve ever tried.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you spot something unusually glow-y in Stephenville, it’s not an aftereffect from this week’s eclipse. It’s me....

Mar 28, 20241 min read

Some like it hot: This Ember self-heating smart mug keeps your coffee at just the right temperature.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE There is nothing worse than a cold cup of coffee. (Unless, of course, it's a cold brew.) My first one stays warm...

Feb 16, 20242 min read

All the feels: Mayluna is an epic tale of great love, loss and the power of secrets that left me with a hangover.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I have a confession to make. I received an advanced copy of Mayluna by Kelley McNeil prior to its Feb. 1 release...

Feb 9, 20241 min read

If you love a good espresso martini, this pre-made mix is pretty dang good.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’ve tried my hand at bartending, and aside from pouring wine, I’m exceptionally bad at it. My attempt at making...

Dec 8, 20231 min read

Dip, eat, repeat. This spicy pumpkin soup pairs well with beer bread. Get both in Stephenville.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I love a good soup. And if it’s spicy, I love it even more, which is why I am so excited to have discovered this...

Nov 27, 20231 min read

If you or someone you love is a coffee snob, this automatic espresso machine is worth the splurge.

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’m a coffee snob, but you wouldn’t know it from the cheap drip coffee maker that’s been perched on my kitchen...

Nov 16, 20231 min read

Chill Pills: Fill bathtub with steaming hot water (duh). Plunk a pill, chill out. These are great!

By SARA VANDEN BERGE I’ve been helping Santa purchase stocking stuffers. (He’s a busy man this time of year.) And while scrolling Amazon,...

Nov 15, 20233 min read

This product worked wonders, giving me tighter skin, smaller pores and lighter pigmentation.

By ALEXIS ROCHESTER If you have thought about getting a chemical peel, but don’t want the downtime, this is your answer. There are dozens...

Self-defense lesson with Blessed Matai: Defending yourself against a surprise "bar attack.

‘I shall never surrender or retreat.’ Plaque commemorating famous Alamo letter coming to Erath County Courthouse.

‘Boots with the Spur’ seeks local artists to take part in community project benefiting Foster’s Home for Children.

3-year-old child nearly drowns in bathtub under the watch of man who allegedly abused her.

Healthy, quick and easy Korean beef bowls your family will love.

Stephenville Police Association says low pay keeps city from recruiting, retaining qualified officers.

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