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STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University’s rodeo teams posted lopsided wins yet again last weekend at the first-ever Angelo State University National Intercollegiate Rodeo in San Angelo. The Tarleton State men amassed 770 points on the strength of several dominating rough stock performances, while the women accumulated 375 points featuring event titles in breakaway roping and goat tying. Bareback rider Daxtyn Feild posted a 79-point ride in the ASU Rodeo finals to go w

STEPHENVILLE, Texas - Ghosts, goblins, and superheroes will fill the Stephenville City Park this evening as the community comes together for the annual Safe Trick’R Treat, presented by the Stephenville Chamber of Commerce and the City of Stephenville. The event runs today from 4 to 7 p.m. and offers a fun, family friendly Halloween experience in a safe environment for kids of all ages. Local businesses, organizations, and community groups will line the park pathways, handing

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — The Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Medicine at Tarleton State University is one step closer to enrolling its first cohort of students with the awarding of accreditation-provisional status by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). Aligned with Tarleton State’s commitment to addressing healthcare disparities in rural and underserved communities, the 28-month MMSc-PAM program will prepare th

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State University’s Office of Campus Life and Family Engagement, in partnership with campus student organizations, will host the annual Fall Carnival on Tuesday, Oct. 28, from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the O.A. Grant Building Lawn and Admin Mall. This festive event brings the campus and local community together to support Tarleton State student organizations. Tickets can be purchased to enjoy games and activities at various booths. “We are excited to

STEPHENVILLE, Texas — Tarleton State’s basketball court inside the new EECU Center will now wear the name of proud university supporters, Scott and Lenna Summy. The Summys were recognized on Saturday, Oct. 18 for their $2 million gift as their generosity continues to shape the future of the institution. The Summys’ gift honors their love of basketball and commitment to providing opportunities for Tarleton State students. The couple previously established a pre-law scholarship

STEPHENVILLE, Texas —Tarleton State University’s beloved Purple Poo spirit organization was commemorated on campus with the unveiling of a new statue in Heritage Park Saturday after the Homecoming Parade. Tarleton State President Dr. James Hurley and First Lady Kindall Hurley, along with members of the university’s executive cabinet, academic deans, campus operations representatives and Purple Poo members present and past were among the guests on hand for the statue reveal.

BLUFF DALE, Texas -  Multiple fire departments responded Saturday afternoon, October 11, to a devastating structure fire in the Bluff Dale area that resulted in a total loss for a local Texas Department of Public Safety trooper and his family. Photo Courtesy of Selden VFD Selden Volunteer Fire Department assisted Bluff Dale Volunteer Fire Department and Erath County Volunteer Fire Rescue after reports of a structure fire. The blaze is believed to have started in the garage be

STEPHENVILLE, Texas - The Graham Street Church of Christ Basic Needs Ministry will host its annual Holiday Garage Sale on Thursday and Friday, November 6-7 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Saturday, November 8 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event will take place at the Graham Street Family Center, 375 N. Graham Street. The November Holiday Sale is the ministry’s largest fundraiser each year, with all proceeds going directly back into the Erath County community. The funds raised act as t

The Texans are back again this year with an awesome week full of Spirit, Tradition, and Community Pride. Tarleton will kick off the...

One-Day Missions Conference Set for November 1 at Tarleton State University Stephenville, Texas — On Saturday, November 1, 2025,...

The spirit of the western lifestyle and Christian community will come together on October 25th as Cowboy Fest kicks off at Stephenville...

Just after midnight on Saturday, October 5, emergency crews were dispatched to the 1200 block of West Frey Street following reports of a vehicle fire caused by new under glow lights at the Blue Haven apartment complex in Stephenville.

October 2, 2025 – Erath County, Texas Traffic along U.S. Highway 281 north of Stephenville and Morgan Mill came to a standstill Wednesday...

Early on Sunday Evening, September 28th, fire crews were dispatched to County Road 226 after an illegal burn quickly got out of control....

CRANFILLS GAP, Texas —  Bacon Bash Texas is back on Saturday, October 18, 2025 , from 4 p.m. to 11:30 p.m., shutting down the main drag...

O n Saturday night, Erath County residents gathered in a solemn candlelight vigil to remember Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist...

Students Rescued After Getting Trapped in Elevator at The Edge Apartments STEPHENVILLE, Texas — On the evening of September 11, 2025,...

Fall is making its grand appearance in Erath County, and Littlejohn’s Down on the Farm is ready to bring all the hayride-and-corn-pit fun...

If you’re looking for antiques, collectibles, unique clothes, home décor, food trucks or just a good bargain, the Chicken House Flea...

Erath County officials have issued a 90-day burn ban , effective immediately, due to the increased risk of wildfire across the region....