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Watch this discussion about domestic violence between a survivor and law enforcement official.
Rosye Holland and Blessed Matai
4 days ago1 min read


Long list of Erath County athletes competing in this year’s American Rodeo Championship.
Special to Beneath the Surface News The 12th annual American Rodeo Championship has announced its big weekend lineup April 11-12 at...
5 days ago2 min read


Former Tarleton professor pleads guilty to stealing more than $900,000 from university.
Photo/TSU Media Relations By SARA VANDEN BERGE Dr. Julie Howell, a former associate professor and head of the department of educational...
Mar 182 min read

Low calorie cherry dessert The Husband says tastes like a fancy donut.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE For those of us (like me) living on a constant diet, I find myself scrolling skinnytok more than I should. And...
Mar 181 min read


Man with lengthy criminal history sentenced to 75 years in prison for intoxication assault.
Special to Beneath the Surface News The following is a narrative from the office of District Attorney Alan Nash: An Erath County jury of...
Mar 172 min read


Former helicopter pilot who fought in Vietnam War writes memoir; hosts book signing in Stephenville.
Special to Beneath the Surface News The public is invited to attend a book signing and reading to celebrate the publication of John...
Mar 121 min read


Spring cleaning: These easy, non-toxic hacks will have your home smelling incredibly fresh.
By Alexis Rochester I’ve got some quick, science-backed hacks to transform your home's scent this spring. Forget about masking odors, a...
Mar 113 min read


Add a little heat to your next meal with this hot honey (and healthy) chicken bowl.
By Julie Brinkley If you are looking to spice up your life, this TikTok inspired recipe for hot honey (and healthy) chicken bowls will...
Mar 111 min read


It’s garage sale season. Here’s how to advertise yours on Beneath the Surface News.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Spread the word about your garage sale with a story on Beneath the Surface News . Lots of people love spending...
Mar 101 min read


Strong storm leaves wake of damage in Erath County.
Crews are working to clear debris from a strong storm that blew through Erath County Saturday morning. By SARA VANDEN BERGE The Husband...
Mar 81 min read


Here are the latest indictments from the Erath County grand jury.
From the Erath County District Attorney’s Office The following is a list of Erath County grand jury indictments obtained by Beneath the...
Mar 61 min read


Knights of Columbus kicks off its annual Lenten fish fry at Newman Hall.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If it’s a plate of perfectly-battered, golden-fried fish you’ve been craving, make plans to attend the Stephenville...
Mar 61 min read


Comfort food with a twist: Let’s make a lemony chicken and rice bake.
By Julie Brinkley This healthy one pan skillet recipe from TikTok is a family-friendly meal everyone will love. The lemony twist on...
Mar 41 min read


Stephenville’s Micah Parsons wins the Food Network’s Kids Baking Championship.
Eleven-year-old Stephenville resident Micah Parsons won the Food Network's Kids Baking Championship. Photo/Food Network By SARA VANDEN...
Mar 41 min read


Beneath the Book Club’s February read: ‘The Crash’ by Freida McFadden takes readers on a thrilling ride from start to finish.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE If you love a good thriller, and it appears that most of us Beneath the Book Clubbers do, “The Crash” by Freida...
Feb 272 min read


Mayor Doug Svien showing signs of improvement, but remains hospitalized.
Stephenville Mayor Doug Svien By SARA VANDEN BERGE Stephenville Mayor Doug Svien is in ICU at Texas Health Fort Worth following a...
Feb 261 min read


Citizen petition likely stops Stephenville City Council from issuing $22 million notice of debt to fund street repairs, new City Hall.
By SARA VANDEN BERGE Citizens angered by what they call a lack of transparency of the Stephenville City Council’s plan to spend $22...
Feb 252 min read

‘I shall never surrender or retreat.’ Plaque commemorating famous Alamo letter arrives at Erath County Courthouse.
Special to Beneath the Surface News The Erath County courthouse now has a permanent plaque commemorating the most famous letter in...
Feb 202 min read


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