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STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University celebrated its 34th Annual Academic Scholarship Luncheon Saturday, honoring the generosity of scholarship donors and the achievements of student recipients. This yearly stewardship event brings together those who make educational dreams possible and the students whose lives are transformed by their support. With a record breaking $27 million given in scholarships to Tarleton State students this academic year, this occasion celeb

Tarleton State University’s Rodeo Hall of Fame inducted five new members in Nov. 21 ceremonies at the EECU Center in Stephenville. Pictured, from left to right, are Tarleton State Head Rodeo Coach Mark Eakin, 2025 Hall of Fame inductees, Reggie Underwood, Jake Self, Tibba Smith, Cassie Ward Ambrose, Kylie Ward Weast and Tarleton State President Dr. James Hurley. STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University’s Rodeo Hall of Fame inducted five new members — Cassie Ward Ambros

Christmasville in Stephenville has become a cherished hometown tradition, filled with food, fun, shopping, holiday music, and family-friendly activities. Santa and his elves will be coming to town, making it the perfect way to get into the Christmas spirit! This year’s celebration kicks off Saturday, November 29th, in Downtown Stephenville, on the square in the heart of our community. Enjoy horse-drawn carriage rides, contests and games, live entertainment, and photos with th

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Life is full of unexpected twist and turns, with some being bigger challenges than others. Hannah Reyling experienced this firsthand on February 29, 2024. Two days earlier, bouncing back from a bout with allergies and a sinus infection, Reyling was feeling good enough to play in a kickball game with her beloved sorority sisters. After the game, however, she began to feel ill again, and just 48 hours later she fell into a coma that would last 12 days. Jus

STEPHENVILLE, Texas - A highly contagious equine virus linked to a major barrel racing event in Waco has Central Texas horse owners scrambling to tighten biosecurity, cancel jackpots and watch their horses like hawks. On Tuesday, Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller and the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) issued a statewide alert about an outbreak of Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1) reported by veterinarians after the WPRA World Finals and Elite Barrel Race, held

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — For the sixth straight year, data from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB) confirms that in the state of Texas, Tarleton State has the highest percentage of graduates that land a job or enroll in graduate school within a year. "This accomplishment reflects the determination of our students and the unwavering commitment of our faculty and staff," said Tarleton State President Dr. James Hurley. "A Tarleton State degree is more than a dipl

STEPHENVILLE - The Stephenville Masonic Lodge is once again hosting its annual Fried Turkey Fundraiser, supporting scholarships and community projects across Erath County. About the Fundraiser The Lodge awards 2-3 scholarships each year to seniors at SISD. A portion of the funds is set aside to support community needs throughout the year, including projects like the Tree House program, local organizations, and other charitable efforts. The Masonic Lodge has been a part of Ste

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Military students from South Korea will soon train with the Texan Corps of Cadets, thanks to an agreement between Tarleton State University and the Republic of Korea Army Cadet Military School. Tarleton State President Dr. James Hurley, Interim Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Dr. Barry Lambert and officials from the College of Leadership and Military Studies met earlier this week with a delegation from the Republic of Korea Cade

Erath County Democrats and Republicans are putting politics aside to donate about $2,500 to local food banks and Meals on Wheels, supporting neighbors in need.

STEPHENVILLE, Texas - Pickleball players in Erath County have a new place to play with the opening of The Serving Station, a private, indoor pickleball court designed for families, friend groups and local kids looking for something safe and fun to do in town. Located at 408 E Road across from Riggs Welding. Owned and operated by Sierra Felton and her husband, both Stephenville ISD graduates, The Serving Station offers one fully private court, meaning whoever books the time ge

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University’s Staff Senate invites the community to attend the annual Purple & White Bazaar on Friday, Dec. 5, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the Barry B. Thompson Student Center. This festive event, organized by the Staff Senate, brings together the campus and community along with local artisans for a day of holiday cheer, shopping and celebration. “The Purple & White Bazaar is designed to bring Tarleton State’s students, faculty, staff and the

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University’s Texan Theatre will present a five-performance run of "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane" Nov. 20-23 in the Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center Auditorium in Stephenville. Directed by Tarleton State theatre professor Dan Stone, the show is an adaptation of the children's book by Kate DiCamillo and follows a self-centered china rabbit's journey of learning to love and be loved. Evening performances are scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

STEPHENVILLE, Texas  - A new year will bring a new way to golf in Stephenville. Local business owner Chris Gifford is opening Tee It Up Indoor Golf in January, offering round-the-clock access to high-end golf simulators, putting greens, and virtual driving ranges at 2187 W. South Loop, Suite A, next to Texan Liquor. The facility features indoor golf simulation bays powered by TrackMan software with up to 400 courses to choose from. Each bay includes a putting green behind the

Same holiday spirit, new starting line The jingling of bells and the thump-thump of running shoes are back. Run with Rudolph, the Cross Timbers Business and Professional Women’s beloved holiday 5K and 1 mile fun run, returns Saturday, Dec. 6, at 8:30 a.m. This year brings a festive change of scenery: after years of starting at the City Park, this year's race will launch from Timber Ridge Church, near the North trailhead of the Bosque River Trail. Families, first-timers, and s

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University’s defending national champion men’s rodeo team took second place in the Vernon College Rodeo last weekend in the last stop of the 2025-26 fall National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association Lone Star Region schedule.   The Tarleton State men accumulated 320 points in Vernon, just five behind first-place Angelo State.   Tarleton State placed three bareback riders in the top four at VC, including event champion Jace Lomheim, who score

MORGAN MILL, Texas - Morgan Mill ISD will host its annual Fall Festival on Friday, Nov. 7, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Morgan Mill School, 295 E. FM 1188, Stephenville, TX 76401. Families are invited to an evening of games, prizes, and community fun. This year’s festival turns the campus into a quest. Guests are encouraged to visit every booth; once they do, they’ll be entered into a door-prize drawing. Festival booths Bingo • Bounce House • Classic Cars • Pencil Pull • Duck Pond

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — “Voices of Service: A Tribute to Veterans” will honor the service and sacrifice of local veterans with a community celebration featuring music, remembrances and recognition from 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, in Tarleton State University’s Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center. The tribute is a collaboration by the university’s Lozano Long Division of Global, Community and First-gen Initiatives, the College of Education and Voices of Service: Erath Coun

Driver performing field sobriety tests DUBLIN, Texas - A teenager was arrested Early Saturday, Nov. 1, 2025, after allegedly driving the wrong direction on the divided portion of U.S. Highway 377 at the Dublin loop. Dublin Police Department officers stopped a white four-door Ford pickup truck with a grille guard after 9-1-1 calls of a vehicle traveling southbound in the northbound lanes of the divided highway. The driver’s speed reached up to 70 mph while headed the wrong way

Update: October 31st 2025 at 3:00 p.m. SNAP benefits will continue. Two federal judges issued orders on this afternoon that block the suspension of SNAP during the shutdown and the administration is required to keep paying benefits while the cases proceed. SNAP aid paused during the federal shutdown In the 2018 to 2019 shutdown, the administration directed states to issue the next month of SNAP early so families would not miss benefits. This time, the administration says it

Statue of John Tarleton STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Reflecting Tarleton State University’s ongoing commitment to advancing student success and academic distinction, its University College has transitioned to the College of General and Applied Studies (COGAS), headed by Dr. Rusty Freed as its inaugural Dean. “This change strengthens the university’s focus on degree completion, academic advising and workforce pathways, ensuring that students, regardless of where they begin their jou