Stephenville, TX News

• Stephenville, TX News
• Early voting totals were just released. The E-T is reporting live from the Erath...
• The E-T news team will provide live coverage of the Texas Primary Election tonig...
• CONGRATS GRADS!!! We want your graduation photos! Send photos of your favorite g...
• Here's to our veterans who have paid the ultimate sacrifice while preserving fre...
• Jackets outscore opponents 218-39 in 7-on-7 tourney and we've got photos!
• Go Yellow Jackets!
• Congrats SHS Class of 2012! And best of luck!
• Read the updated report on how the Dublin City Council will proceed for now with...
• She's tied for second best jump going in...Can Nikki McNorton bring home a gold???
• Dublin city manager fired. Learn who is considering legal action.
• Anybody know this guy? He has been making his way across Erath and is expected t...
• The E-T is taking over Twitter! Follow us all for up-to-the-minute news and spor...
• Do you shop at Blue Flamingo? What's your favorite thing in the store?
• Hico's Coach Wood talks about being 1A the next time the Tigers are officially a...
• It's Thursday friends! You know what that means? Time for a little Facebook ther...
• PU, that stinks! What's the weirdest thing you've seen on the side of the road??
• UPDATE
• Check out the latest photo gallery for some great shots from Splashville!
• Have wishes you would like to submit to the city of Stephenville? The time is no...
• Following a pair of assaults in two days, Crime Stoppers ($$) is seeking your as...
• Included in today's headlines..
• A burn ban is looming. Find out how soon now or in the Wednesday edition!
• It has been confirmed Stephenville assistant Yancey Cashell will replace Stacey...
• High school graduations begin this week and the Empire-Tribune wants to celebrat...
• Don't miss the photo gallery from Monday's forum. Read the story and view the ga...
• It's not too early to begin making your Memorial Day plans! Tell us how you will...
• Tom Landry would be proud to know the award in his name was bestowed upon a gent...
• Photo gallery!
• Thanks to Stephenville resident Kurt Mogonye for sharing these great pictures!
• Here is what you need to know about tonight's eclipse! Be sure to share any pict...
• Check out this ESPN online story on Stephenville's Brice Gunter!
• Last round of SHS baseball photos
• THIS JUST IN: remember the longshot who won the Kentucky Derby? "I'll Have Anoth...
• Noon Saturday! Waco ISD Sports Complex! Game 3!
• Jackets win Game 2! Stephenville vs. Cleburne, Reg. Quarters Game 3 Noon Saturda...
• The E-T has been busy this evening at Erath County's 17th Relay for Life. Check...
• A fun Thursday night in The Ville
• Three Reasons to pick up this Sunday's edition of the Empire Tribune - 1. Specia...
• Check out this story online and be sure to click the associated link for the com...
• What are your weekend plans?
• Happy Friday readers! Yesterday, we made a posted asking what's bugging you. It...
• Sign up for the Empire-Tribune's free newsletter TODAY!
• Now that you know a few area options, tell us friends, what are your plans for t...
• A slew events are slated for this weekend beginning with Relay For Life Relay Fo...
• All of our crafty friends out their with a love a flowers are going to love this...
• Don't miss the Graduation 2012 special section, saluting graduates of Stephenvil...
• Tough one in Cleburne, but Sville can bounce back again! Come out and support th...
• It's time to sound off Erath County! Tell us what's bugging you today!
• Stephenville vs. Cleburne 4A Region I quarterfinals! Game 1 at Cleburne at 7 p.m...
• Take a look at all the employees honored by Stephenville ISD for serving student...
• We've just loaded our photo galleries with tons of shots from rodeo day. Follow...
• This is a cute story from Dublin about a calm, collected little girl when put un...
• Dublin Mayor Becky Norris discusses the city council's action against City Manag...
• The E-T followed this story closely overnight and Tuesday morning to provide the...
• BREAKING: Dublin City Council unanimously places City Manager Jerry Guillory on...
• Staff writer Micah Moore is in Dublin where the city council just voted to place...
• Humorous look at Rangers sensation Josh Hamilton
• Kenny Weldon speaks about winning Stephenville's mayoral election and Dr. Darrel...
• Polls close in 30 minutes. An E-T crew is preparing to head to the courthouse so...
• Cleburne up next!
• Jackets win area title!!! Photos from 5-0 win over Aledo All by Russell Huffman
• Hey all you poll watchers, do you have an election return watching party planned...
• How do you think the elections will turn out today? Have any predictions? Also,...
• Have any predictions for Saturday's city and school elections?
• Election Day polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday. Rock the vote! A...
• Good afternoon Erath County! The sun is shining now, but more needed rain is exp...
• In Thursday's edition or online NOW.. Check out how many early birds flocked to...
• In case you missed today's edition of the E-T, you missed this story connecting...
• Go Cards!
• After reading this story, check out related materials for bonus video coverage!
• Just one day after North Carolina voters banned same sex marriage, President Oba...
• Do you watch Texas Women on CMT? If so, here is your chance to meet Ali Dee!
• DEADLINE EXTENDED to 9 a.m. Monday! For just $45 you can send a special message...
• Stephenville Christian School's Mother's Day Tea was great! How will you honor y...
• Have you ever seen the Lone Oak Church? What other places in Erath County are be...
• Have you seen this viral video? OUCH!
• Mrs. Cook and Mrs. Tucker at Chamberlin Elementary were quick to spot this rainb...
• Good morning Erath County! It's going to be a beautiful day! What are you gratef...
• Road to the Triple Crown!
• Use the link below and check out the options Tarleton is considering for its new...
• Micah Moore needs your help! How are you buying your Mother's Day gift: In perso...
• How much rain did you get?
• We asked for you to send us your mother/daughter photos and here they are! Which...
• Have you or your kids had any close calls similar to this one on the Bosque River?
• Big shout out to our Facebook fans who contributed to this report!
• The news team is searching for the lowest gas price in Erath County and need you...
• Dr. Charles Rives' led the Tarleton Color Song during his final concert as condu...
• Victory illustrated! From Russell Huffman
• Bring on Aledo!
• Here's the latest on the lightening delayed baseball series between the Stephenv...
• EVERYONE come out to James T. Young Field at 1 p.m. tomorrow and prepare to stay...
• Did you know all Letters to the Editor are posted online before they're in print?
• DON"T FORGET! Annual Optimist Auction TONIGHT inside Tarleton's Wisdom Gym. Sile...
• Are you an organ donor? Watch the video and share your organ donation story with...
• EVERYONE come out and support the Yellow Jackets in Game 2 at 7 p.m. Friday at J...
• This just in: three out of five of E-T news staffers are UGLY.
• Feeling a little ugly? Worried you might be cursed with jumbled genes? There's a...
• Texans land D1 transfer
• Good morning Erath County! The weekend is just around the corner. What are your...
• Local observances of the National Day of Prayer began Thursday morning at the Er...
• This multimedia story shows just how dangerous everyday driving can be.
• Video Extra!
• Believed to be first Dublin boy ever to sign national letter of intent for baske...
• Yellow Jacket senior takes his swing from the Take 5 hot seat!
• Imagine what Ryan Drew could have done if he had jumped all four years!
• Becca Hall sure had a great career at SHS!
• Now this is GOOD NEWS!
• It's Thursday y'all! You know what that means.. The Empire-Tribune wants to know...
• More than two dozen cyclists with "Bike out Hunger" are rolling across Erath tod...
• IT'S CONTEST TIME!!! With Mother's Day, Sunday, May 13, right around the corner,...
• CALLING ALL CAMPS! Summer break is just around the corner and we are compiling o...
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• This just in: Stephenville resident Donjel "DJ" Walker was sentenced to 60 years...
• Larry Joe Taylor's 24th Annual Texas Music Festival kicked off Tuesday. Are you...
• Here's a little something on the former Stephenville resident who admitted to mu...
• Sentence pending...
• Micah Moore went to Melody Mountain Ranch to go 'On the Job' with the LJT staff!...
• Staff writer Amanda Kimble is present in the 266th Judicial District Court where...
• Tolboom on Take 5 hot seat!
• Are you ready for Upland Bird Extravaganza?!?
• See photos from Paint the Square Blue and see why "it shouldn't hurt to be a chi...
• Make sure to check out the associated photo collection. Just click the "Crowd fl...
• Hello friends, we want your BUTTERFLY photos, PLEASE.
• Rest in Peace Dr. Ron Newsome. Forever the voice of Tarleton!
• Hey Stephenville residents, are you unsure who to support in the May 12 city cou...
• Micah almost took the Pet of the Week home! Check her out!!
• Tragedy has struck Stephenville. "Sports Doctor" Ron Newsome, you will be missed.
• Check out these fun photos from the Senior Challenge!
• Wild game.. CHECK. Shooting sports.. CHECK. All to benefit area youth.. CHECK. U...
• While you are reading this story, be sure to check out the "Girl Scouts thank vo...
• More than 100 soldiers were greeted by friends, family and the community followi...
• Soldiers were welcomed back to Stephenville by their families and the community....
• Brothers Trent and Brock Morrison make reaching the playoffs and fighting for a...
• Tyler Floyd can gun down runners on the base paths. Now, he tries to handle the...
• To help get your week jumping, the E-T wanted to share this fun video of a doubl...
• Gilbert Intermediate sixth graders spent the day on Tarleton's campus learning a...
• More photos have been added!!!!!
• It's Thursday friends, you know what that means? The E-T wants to know what has...
• You know what today is friends? That's Right.. National Grilled Cheese Day.. To...
• On this day in out of this world history: Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin became...
• Follow Day 2 coverage on yourstephenvilletx.com and on Twitter @etsports beginni...
• Have you seen this week's Take 5? Check out Stephenville Honeybee Kaci Wells in...
• Do you think the state of Florida should file charges against neighborhood watch...
• Planning a summer camp? Tell us about it!
• Following a Texas-sized Easter Egg Hunt hosted by Timber Ridge Church Saturday,...
• A little goes a long way in helping student veterans help themselves.
• It's almost Friday the 13th! Do you have any superstitions?
• County Extension Agent Whit Weems shares important information about a fungus pl...
• Your Voice: What do you think of the parking issue??
• Do you know any of these Erath County Girl Scouts? circa 1970s.
• More bluebonnet photos have sprouted. Check out the online gallery!
• There is quite a mayor's race going on in Stephenville. What do you think are th...
• If you missed Donna Brazile's column in Thursday's print edition, give it a read...
• What a beautiful Good Friday! And, what a perfect chance to snap a quick photo i...
• How do you spend Easter weekend? Find out what other Stephenville residents will...
• Check out the Pet of the Week and every cat's best friend, Digital Reporter Mica...
• How do you stay healthy and in shape?
• On this day in history - April 4, 1968 - Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassi...
• If you can help fond these bill jumpers, you could earn a cash reward from Crime...
• Interesting report by Micah Moore for Thursday's print edition or ONLINE NOW.
• Micah Moore went on the job at Stephenville Funeral Home.
• It looks like the worst is behind us! Storms are clearing out and skies are turn...
• SPARD confirms the Easter egg hunt is still on! See you at 6 p.m. at Optimist Ja...
• Stay tuned to your local weather.
• Per the National Weather Service, a severe thunderstorm warning remains in effec...
• Cadbury Eggs. Marshmallowy Peeps. Chocolate Rabbits. Robin Eggs. The Empire-Trib...
• DON'T MISS Stephenville Parks and Recreation Department's Annual Easter Egg Hun...
• Looking for temporary work? Erath County Elections Clerk Sara Caudle needs your...
• Not sure what the SISD bond proposal is all about? Don't miss the rally at 5:30...
• GOOD or BAD? How will the Dublin Loop impact the city and surrounding area?
• We are now four months into 2012. Anyone have funny April Fools Day stories yet?...
• How will the Dublin Loop impact the city of Dublin and the surrounding area?
• Who bought a ticket for tonight's Mega Millions drawing?! What will you do if yo...
• Happy Friday friends! What are your plans? E-T staffers have big plans of winnin...
• E-T readers have added their favorite bluebonnet photos to the Wildflower Photo...
• Check out the gallery and award listing online NOW!
• Stay connected to the area's agriculture industry. Like the new Facebook page fo...
• Tonight is the last chance to get on free SKYWARN Spotter Training this season....
• Thanks to Shelbie Miller for sharing this blast from the past. A photo of the 19...
• Two Texas retailers - in a Murphy USA in Weatherford and JJ's Fastop in Palestin...
• Staff Writer Amanda Kimble has just learned the trial against former Fire Marsha...
• Muckraker turns to Facebook...
• Spring has sprung and so have the Bluebonnets! Submit your photo and check out e...
• More than 900 Stephenville residents enjoyed a baked potato lunch from the Unite...
• What's the most important issue on the May 12 ballot? 75 percent say it's the St...
• It's never too early to start thinking about YELLOW JACKET FOOTBALL!
• Lunch is just wrapping up, did you eat one of the 900 baked potatoes served up b...
• The state average for a gallon of unleaded gasoline this morning rang in at $3.7...
• Stephenville residents will head to the polls May 12 to vote on several importan...
• Good morning Erath County! We want to know: Are you following the Trayvon Martin...
• From Girl Scout to being honored by the organization... Check out Kim Pack Wilson!
• Don't forget to get your lunch from the First United Methodist Women today, load...
• Erath County was awarded an $86,000 grant to increase efficiency and conserve en...
• Hey friends! The First United Methodist Women are hosting the annual baked potat...
• Congrats Coach Copeland!!! If you missed Sunday's Empire-Tribune, you also misse...
• From Sunday's edition.
• Happy Friday Erath County! Enjoy the beautiful weather! What are your weekend pl...
• Looks like it's going to be a beautiful weekend. Tell us friends, what are your...
• Hey Erath County, the Empire-Tribune wants to know "What's bugging you?" It can...
• Good morning Erath County! We want to know what you think about the GOP race for...
• In today's print edition... free family fun on Friday!
• Learn more about how Brad Stanford wants document Dublin by visiting his kicksta...
• Good morning Erath County! It's been a wet one! How much rain have you received?
• Did you know the Sunday edition of the Empire-Tribune has a fantastic offer from...
• "A hero is born among a hundred, a wise man is found among a thousand, but an ac...
• Funeral services for Col. Willie Lee Tate will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at St. M...
• If you're going to the St. Patrick's Day Festival here is info on where to park...
• R.I.P. Col. Willie Tate. Do you have memories of Col. Tate to share? Please pos...
• Texas Primary is May 29. Will you be voting?
• Follow up by Micah Moore on a great story made possible by brothers Adam and Gil...
• Thanks to our sister publication Brownwood Bulletin and writer Steve Nash for sh...
• How bout them Texans!
• It's just around the corner!! Are you going to the St. Patrick's Day Festival th...
• Did you see the brief hailstorm that swept through Stephenville Saturday morning...
• Unless you're following Tarleton basketball and D2 March Madness, the local spor...
• It's cold and wet outside! How much rain have you gotten?
• Wow! Congratulations Mrs. Elliott!
• We featured a local tattoo artist in this week's "On the Job." We want to know:...
• Tatted Up! The latest edition of On the Job is online now! Have any suggestions...
• The E-T provided live coverage of Monday's Republican Candidate Forum and it's n...
• Join our live chat NOW from the Republican Candidate Forum! About 200 Erath Coun...
• SHS Honeybee Katelyn Conlee steps off the softball diamond for her 'Take 5' with...
• Spring Break is next week! Tell us your plans...
• Sports Editor Brad Keith has the action.. Don't miss it! Stay tuned to yoursteph...
• Check out the video and photo gallery from Dublin's community send off Friday mo...
• 50 percent of the E-t's online voters believe the Texans and TexAnns will return...
• Do you think tobacco companies should be forced to place more graphic warnings o...
• TARLETON WINS!! Texans play WT Friday!!
• BREAKING: West South Loop area is without power following accident that spilled...
• Please help this Texas transplant get her trophies back! See photos online.
• What are your thoughts on the most recent loss at Dublin Bottling Works?
• Weigh in on this week's poll at yourstephenvilletx.com. And while you're at it,...
• Did you watch the race? What did you think of the mid-race road repair?
• The E-T wants to know: What you have planned for Spring Break? Leave your commen...
• E-T staffers are out and about with the cameras this afternoon!! Have any recomm...
• Huckabay Indians senior Nick Smith 'Takes 5' with the E-T!
• UPDATED, BREAKING: Police have confirmed one death, four wounded in Ohio school...
• Ben Hogan is known worldwide and certainly across Erath County. Like the new pag...
• Miss the Oscars? We've got everything you need to know!
• Few details provided on weekend assault. An update will be provided online Monda...
• How bout them Lions!
• Chamber of Commerce recognizes business leaders, agricultural entrepreneurs at 2...
• Tailgating with the Mike Stanley Band.. What a great way to kick off what promis...
• No plans Friday night? If you are looking for a good meal for a great cause, don...
• The count down to the social event of the year begins now. Are you and your busi...
• Wild about Stephenville - Chamber Banquet 2012!!
• The weekend is almost here! What are your plans?
• Great dog this week at the Erath County Humane Society!
• The season of Lent begins today. Are you giving anything up?
• Looking for a fun-filled show the whole family can enjoy.. click this link to le...
• The Empire-Tribune is sending prayers to friends and family of Don Douglas, form...
• The Empire-Tribune wants to know: How are county, city, postal and bank employee...
• The Stephenville ISD board of trustees will meet tonight at 5:30 p.m. in the Bon...
• We would like to would like to wish a very happy birthday to friend of the E-T a...
• A nice, steady rain has been falling across Erath County since Friday. Skies are...
• The Honeybees will deliver the sting in an area playoff basketball game tonight....
• It's Friday! What are your weekend plans?
• Remember this SEX OFFENDER who was allegedly 'creeping' across the county talkin...
• The Empire-Tribune presents a free training seminar for business owners and mana...
• Patty Morrison is right! We found a red tail hawk while filming Pet of the Week....
• Can you guess what Micah found while doing Pet of the Week at the Erath County H...
• In-depth report on DPS' commitment to Dublin and latest information about the ca...
• Happy Valentine's Day to all of our friends. Share the love! AND the E-T wants t...
• Looking for something to whip up for Dinner Tonight? Why not spice up a family f...
• Have any cool pictures of the snow? Post them on our wall, the best one's could...
• Micah Moore brings you the updated report with video and more details from the N...
• First snow of 2012 is falling on Erath County! Share your pics on our wall and j...
• Alright everyone! Who is your pick to win! Can the Erath County Volunteer Fire R...
• Don't forget to skate by the Stephenville Roller Rink tonight to pick up you tic...
• It's not too late to get a case or two of your favorite flavors! Erath County Gi...
• LOVE is in the air... And it smells like roses!
• 4:30-7:30 p.m. today, BE THERE!
• It's the weekend! What are your plans
• T.R.E.A.T. continues changing countless lives.
• This is a developing story.. stay tuned to yourstephenvilletx.com for more.
• Men, pay attention! It's almost Valentine's Day! Are you planning something spec...
• OK ladies! It's almost Valentine's Day! What are you hoping that special day hol...
• Dottie is the E-T's (adorable) Pet of the Week! Check her out in this video and...
• The Stephenville Chamber of Commerce, Dublin Public Library, Cross Timbers Fine...
• still looking for FEEDBACK, please!
• The E-T wants to know.. what are your opinions on Republican Presidential Candid...
• Caption this!
• Erath County United Way and YOU raised almost $278,000 for local non-profits las...
• Does your group or organization have a fun or interesting event going on in Erat...
• Learn how Angie Cogdill handles emergencies everyday and what goes on behind the...
• If your're driving through Dublin today through Thursday, don't forget Patrick S...
• Nothing says healthy and easy like "Carrot Broccoli Wraps".. try some for Dinner...
• What was your favorite SuperBowl commercial?
• Do you have an event coming up and need help with publicity? Let us help! Post y...
• The story, of the jailhouse interview with Tasha Bryant, from Sunday's edition....
• Attention responders in the North and Central portions of Erath County: National...
• We've got a Business News Maker of the Week coming at ya.. Check out this featur...
• Check out this week's A-lister, featured in Sunday's School Zone.
• Looking for something to do this weekend? Don't forget to see page 8 of Friday's...
• Attention motorists: Jones Street is will permanently close from Rome to Lillian...
• Think you have what it takes to serve on the Stephenville City Council? PROVE IT...
• From behind bars Woman sentenced to 35 years in prison speaks Staff Writer Aman...
• VIDEO: Who will win the Super Bowl??? Micah Moore found the people that probably...
• Sports Editor Brad Keith was at Birdville ISD where the UIL announced Stephenvil...
• Stephenville drops to a five-school 3A district. We have the official football a...
• This just in: Stephenville High School has dropped to District 3A. They will now...
• How about those TexAnns?!
• Got basketball fever? The Empire-Tribune wants to know if you plan to watch the...
• The Texans are busting records again! Tell us what you think about this standout...
• Micah Moore went on the job with James Andrae at Capital Hatters. Check out the...
• What's on your Super Bowl party menu?
• Meet the whos that bring you the news. Advertising Sales Representative Beth Bos...
• Do you think Stephenville High School will drop to 3A in Thursday's UIL redistri...
• Staff Writer Micah Moore went "On the Job" with custom hat maker James Andrae, o...
• Tarleton vs. A&M-Kingsville 6 and 8 p.m. Wednesday at Wisdom Gym! Try to pack th...
• Check out the latest Take 5 with Lady Lion Kelci Frost!!
• Which team will you be rooting for in the Super Bowl Sunday - the New York Giant...
• How bout them Tarleton State Texans! And what a game, 17 lead changes and 12 tie...
• Learn how Dubliners are exercising their rights in this developing story. Micah...
• UPDATED
• LATEST UPDATE: Lake Proctor is now six inches ABOVE average! Here is Micah Moore...
• Tuesday's and Wednesday's rain has filled the Bosque River and Lake Proctor and...
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• The Empire-Tribune wants to know: What websites or smartphone apps you use the m...
• Meet the whos that bring you the news. Readers have come to know and love the wo...
• VIDEO from around Erath County including the story on this 18 wheeler.
• Photo of the Paluxy River from our friends at The Glen Rose Reporter.
• Video and photo gallery of the thunderstorm that ripped through Erath County Tue...
• Did you watch the State of the Union Address last night? We WANT to know your th...
• And tell us how much rain you got in your part of the county!
• Rain, Rain Hooray! You prayed for it people! Do you have weather photos to share...
• Meet the whos that bring you the news. Beau Sauls, a Tarleton State University g...
• Texas music artist Kyle Park filmed his latest music video entirely in Stephenvi...
• "And another one gone, and another one gone. Another one bites the dust..."
• What do you think of the healthcare Erath County inmates receive??
• Don't forget to weigh in on our current poll! And stay tuned to yourstephenville...
• Looking for something fresh, easy and affordable for 'Dinner Tonight'? How about...
• Meet the whos that bring you the news! Managing Editor Sara Vanden Berge, an Era...
• Adult community members 6 p.m. tonight Stephenville High School auditorium. Be t...
• District 8-4A - Stephenville 4-1, Waco 4-1, Miway 3-2, Killeen 3-2.....
• Don't forget to stock up on Girl Scout cookies! Every Saturday and Sunday for th...
• Are looking for something to do with the little ones Saturday? You're invited to...
• Meet the whos that bring you the news. Ever wonder who builds your daily paper?...
• Feedback people! We appreciate the "likes" but we want full blown comments - goo...
• We have accomplished a whole week! If you've missed this week's E-T you missed o...
• Speaking of men accused of improper conduct with children, check out Wednesday's...
• A case introduced to readers in 2010 by Staff Writer Amanda Kimble has been disp...
• Pull out those letter jackets and get ready for a 'PEP' rally!!
• A new feature every Friday - "5 things to do this weekend" will kick off this we...
• Mayor Becky Norris' message is crystal clear: Dublin is alive and well!
• Dublin tourism industry has taken another blow.
• The second edition of the E-T's new redesign is on stands now. We continue to li...
• SONOGRAM BILL: Weigh in on our online poll and let us know what you think about...
• Americans consume 3.73 billion bottles of wine in 2011, how much did you???
• Find out what it is like BEHIND BARS!!
• Erath County Volunteer Fire Rescue adds to fleet. Here is a tour of Brush 809 wi...
• In case you missed it over the weekend, the Dublin Bottling Works' colorful stor...
• Staff Writer Donnie Bryant is working on a story about the booming wine sales ac...
• What do you think of the E-T's new redesign?
• Have you seen today's paper yet? What do you think of the redesigned look?
• VIDEO: Out with the old, in with the new!
• Video from Micah Moore reporting from Dublin Bottling Works today as the the hom...
• Dublin Dr Pepper lovers go global voicing anger.
• How will the deal reached with Dr Pepper Snapple impact Dr Pepper, TX?
• Pages are online now! Use the link
• Hey guys, I'm in the newsroom tonight and want to know: can you even buy Dublin...
• Micah Moore was in Dublin as the announcment was officially made at the close of...
• Hey you Dubliners... it is Dublin night tonight at Wisdom Gym.. show proof of re...
• JUST UPDATED: Complete coverage of the Erath County Junior Livestock Show is now...
• Galleries updated with more photos from ECJLS!
• Video Recap of ECJLS from Micah Moore. See you 6 p.m. Tuesday for the market auc...
• How about some Spinach Quesadillas for Dinner Tonight?
• In case you missed it over the weekend, head over to yourstephenvilletx.com and...
• Hogs show wrapped up earlier, here is the video from Day 2 at ECJLS.
• VIDEO from Micah Moore! Getting ready for the hog show tomorrow!
• Look out for your elderly family members, friends and neighbors, scammers are ri...
• After more than four decades of operating his local tractor dealership, J.R. Wal...
• Yes, real men do sing.. We can name a few - Darrel Brown, Rusty Jergins, John Tu...
• Don't miss this new exhibit opening Sunday at the River North Gallery.
• Think you have what it takes? Prove it!
• Congratulations to a great coach, and an even better man.
• Can we get 50 likes for our Erath County kids, ECJLA is only two days away!!! Wh...
• How bout some No Bake Quick Chicken Tetrazzini for dinner tonight?
• It's time again for the Erath County Junior Livestock Show!! Who is ready and ex...
• UPDATE: New details released regarding murder/suicide
• Last year we had to wait until halfway through January for a new baby at Texas H...
• Hey! Texas country sensation Kyle Park recently visited to shoot the music video...
• E-T staffer Micah Moore is on the scene of a large grass fire currently being co...
• Tarleton TexAnns Head Coach Ronnie Hearne approaches his 1,000 career victory. H...
• You've seen the empty shelves, although little is being said publicly, here is t...
• We brought you this story moments after the decision was made. Now here is the u...
• VIDEO: Collision sends four to hospital
• Murder suicide outside Dublin.. brief details are about to go live at yourstephe...
• DON'T forget!!! Christmas Tree disposal 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. tomorrow, Saturday, Dec...
• Just started working on Sunday's paper. It's a little weird putting 2012 in the...
• Are you hosting a NEW YEARS EVE CELEBRATION this Saturday?? If so, let us know N...
• Honeybee Basketball LATEST NEWS
• Have a little extra time on your hands this week? Meals on Wheels of Erath Count...
• Merry Christmas! Thanks for a great season Stephenville, hope your holiday is ve...
• Just another reason Erath County is a great place to call home!
• Our reporters are armed with cameras and are out and about all week getting the...
• UPDATE on Monday's rollover is online now. Cheyane Basham remains hospitalized.
• Say Merry Christmas with a little bark under the tree!!
• Just one local sporting event today - Lingleville girls host Poolville at 2:30 p...
• Had to share this gorgeous photo
• Save the government a million bucks and you can be handsomely rewarded. Here is...
• ARSON, WRECK, POLITICS and VICTIMS made up today's front page and we need some H...
• ONLINE NOW! Check out yourstephenvilletx.com for a recent federal court order re...
• Looking for a new recipe to warm your family up tonight? Why not try this Turkey...
• The Empire-Tribune would like to thank caring community members and area busines...
• If you missed Holly Jolly Christmas, you missed the CUTEST kids ever. Merry Chri...
• Many residents have submitted their photos and shared their stories on the Commu...
• Political hopefuls have until 6 p.m. today (Monday) to file applications with co...
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• How bout those Jackets, Bees, Texans and TexAnns!
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• BUSTED!!
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• Prediction: It's the game of the year. The ultimate showdown. Every game this se...
• Who's got FOOTBALL fever?
• That Tarleton D is nasty!
• Big win for TexAnns to snap that 3 game losing streak
• Check out this great wedding expo hosted by Tarleton's PR/Event Management stude...
• Jackets make it three straight!
• Get your tickets for Aledo-Stephenville! #gameofyear
• Tough one for the Honeybees
• Happy Birthday Boss! Publisher Extraordinaire Rochelle Stidham is celebrating he...
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• Stephenville FAITH Knights win state! Exclusive video, photos and more from Zeph...
• Great photos from Stephenville's latest win!
• Already bored with the bird? Spice up your leftover turkey with some of these re...
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• BLACK FRIDAY INSERTS ARE HERE!!!! What special gifts are you looking for on Blac...
• From the desk of Stephenville City Secretary Cindy Stafford: City offices will b...
• Texans win a yawner
• TexAnns struggle defensive in loss
• Check out those Yellow Jackets!
• This poster will be auctioned off at a special NOON WEDNESDAY edition of COFFEE...
• Will you take advantage of Black Friday sales this week? If so, what items are y...
• Austin Eoff's favorite class is English... Learn more about the Stephenville Hig...
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• HEY ERATH COUNTY: Amanda has taken on the hefty task of compiling a community Ch...
• Why not try a quicker, healthier beef stroganoff for dinner tonight?
• If you missed Sunday's edition, you missed these community contributions - palet...
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• WATCH: Yellow Jackets score in all three phases in playoff rout. Game highlights...
• FOUR more wins!
• WATCH: As Micah Moore and Brad Keith are working on video with game highlights a...
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• STEPHENVILLE 35 Nelson 7, Halftime. Jackets rolling on to round three! If it's L...
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• Big win for Tarleton
• Texan basketball photos!
• Paul Risse is challenging his neighbors to take part in a 10-day raw foods clean...
• Here it is: everything you want to know about what led to two Stephenville victo...
• How Bout Them Knights!
• Make this page your high school football playoff headquarters!
• Stephenville vs. Northwest Nelson 7:30 p.m. Thursday at Cowboys Stadium
• Go Yellow Jackets!
• WATCH: Stephenville and Erath County saluted veterans Friday during the Veteran'...
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• Saluting our service men and council
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• Is it really worth it?
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• UPDATED: Palo Pinto Co. Sheriff Ira Mercer speaks on Townsend case.
• Before you pack up and head out to the Stephenville football game tonight, take...
• Two weeks later...
• Read what Palo Pinto County Sheriff Ira Mercer had to say about the case. And re...
• Hole-in-one or Perry Elliott!
• Snow in the Lone Star State...
• Roundballs are a bouncin'!
• Stephenville Nursing and Rehabilitation - 2311 W. Washington Street - will host...
• City of Champions INDEED!
• Huckabay students pledged to not do drugs... and to keep their ANTLERS UP!!!!!
• VIDEO from Micah Moore. Check out what TREAT is all about!
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• Check out the latest Take 5! This week were back in Stephenville!
• Don't forget early voting is underway..
• Michelle Parry is set to begin rehab... What a strong woman!!!
• Only two days left to send in your ghost stories... we are waiting for a fright!
• Why not try some Pizza Salad for dinner tonight? Click here for a how to video.....
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• Big win for young Texans
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• Jackets still tenth in 4A
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• The E-T just published the latest Take 5, this week we traveled to Lingleville a...
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• E-T staff Micah Moore provided a VIDEO report after arriving on scene shortly af...
• Jackets survive!
• VIDEO: Full length performance of Tarleton's drumline during Midnight Madness at...
• VIDEO: Tarleton's men's and women's basketball teams show off dance moves during...
• Absolutely beautiful night for football!
• Hey all you book worms.. Don't forget the Friends of the Stephenville Public Lib...
• Hey all you book worms.. Don't forget the Friends of the Stephenville Public Lib...
• This was an email I was forwarded from a family member of a fallen soldier.. whe...
• VIDEO: Central Elementary students have a rip-roaring good time at Rodeo Day!
• Stephenville headed to 3A? Hico to 1A?
• BREAKING VIDEO REPORT
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• VIDEO: You definitely won't want to miss this one! Have a good (educational) lau...
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• When probation doesn't change their lives, locals are shipped to the Big House...
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• VIDEO: This 30-second clip features an adorable Persian cat at the Erath County...
• In Wednesday edition of the Empire-Tribune, it was stated that an electronics re...
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• E-T reader was at the game and caught it on camera.
• VIDEO: local athlete profile featuring five fun facts about SHS's Jeck White
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• GO CARDINALS!
• It's not too late to get to know the 2011 Homecoming Court. Watch the video now...
• This is Texas mister, don't mess with a man's herd!
• Got business news? The Stephenville Empire-Tribune publishes a business page eve...
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• Please join the E-T Staff in wishing a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Erath County Judge...
• Texans really need a win
• Stephenville should roll Friday!
• No excuses! Hamilton County organization helping you control the animal 'pup'ula...
• EXCLUSIVE VIDEO
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• Stephenville? 3A?
• VIDEO: Stephenville Chamber of Commerce's Leadership Stephenville recently made...
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• VIDEO: Check out SHS senior Becca Hall in this week's Take 5!
• Looking for a tasty, new recipe for dinner tonight? Check out this recipe!
• Easy victory!
• VIDEO: Check out the record breaking moment from Tarleton's campus.
• Introducing TribCast - Sports and News podcasts from the Stephenville Empire-Tri...
• New sports addition to E-T Website!
• Dewey Haggard and Revengeance live NOW at City Limits Texas!!!!
• Check out this week's All Out Blitz!
• EXCLUSIVE E-T VIDEO from Tarleton State University
• The Empire-Tribune would like to wish a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Erath County Sher...
• Students are attempting to break Guinness World Record
• VIDEO: 4-year-old male Westie featured as E-T Pet of the Week
• Introducing E-T Sports Podcasts. Sorry it comes with such unfortunate news.
• So sorry to hear about Kaiser, but good win for the Bees
• VIDEO, PHOTO GALLERY and more!
• VIDEO: SHS Theater Department's upcoming performance of The Wizard of Oz!
• VIDEO, PHOTO GALLERY and more!
• VIDEO: Check out how Stephenville's happy Optimists and Lions put a smile on kid...
• POLL: Weigh in our weekly web poll and let your voice be heard!
• SHS grad following in granddad's footsteps.. Check out Dewey Duncan!
• Check out the Kenneth, Kent and Chandler Durham as they put three generations of...
• The clock is ticking... Please help Meals on Wheels of Erath County by sending...
• The Empire-Tribune would like to wish a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to friend Susan Culp...
• E-T staffer Micah Moore is with the Stephenvillle All Stars playing at Faith Fie...
• Catch up with Leko Murphy, 2008 Stephenville High School valedictorian..
• Looking for some down home fun this weekend? check this out!
• Alright all you Betty Crockers, Meals on Wheels of Erath County needs your help....
• Don't miss Dublin High School senior Cristobal Lopez as he "Takes 5" with the E-...
• VIDEO: Dublin senior Cristobal Lopez featured in short Take 5 video
• In case you missed it earlier this week, here is the heart-warming story of how...
• E-T Staff Writer Micah Moore went up, up and away this morning on a hot air ball...
• E-T staffer Micah Moore is about to fly above Erath County in a hot air balloon!...
• E-T staffer Micah Moore will take a ride in a hot air balloon tomorrow morning!!...
• Bees open 8-4A play!
• Postal Service to host public meetings in two rural communities next week regadi...
• Grapefest: Erath is home to the best
• The city of Stephenville has done it again. This time, welcoming international s...
• Check out this week's edition of The All Out Blitz! Jackets, Texans, Lions, Tige...
• check out the new face of SPD..
• what a great community we live in!
• Hey ladies....
• The Stephenville Empire-Tribune would like to wish a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY to our...
• Tarleton needs a win!
• Rebound time!
• Jackets, Texans, Lions, Tigers, Cardinals, Knights and Wolves!
• VIDEO | Bibles for Bastrop | One Stephenville resident is sending a spiritual me...
• County Commissioners approved an across-the-board 3 percent raise to all county...
• In case you missed it last week, get to know Stephenville sophomore Ashtin Ivey!...
• Don't miss these adorable playful pups! You are sure to be smiling after watchin...
• Please join us in wishing a VERY HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Empire-Tribune Sports Editor...
• Freedom rings on Central Elementary
• TexAnns are on a tear!
• Lingleville rolls!
• Check out the Sophs in action
• Still can't believe they finally beat WT!
• Jackets prepping for 5A Horn!
• Look who's going to Larry Joe Taylor's Sixth Annual 2011 Rhymes and Vines!!! A b...
• More on home invasions in Erath and Brown counties, including a rape in Dublin i...
• The Stephenville Empire-Tribune would like to send out birthday wishes to our fa...
• MAJOR UPDATE
• Major Breaking Local Sports News coming........
• Tough luck for drug suspects, a score for the county
• Want a photo from the Stephenville, Hebron game? Now you can purchase high-quali...
• VIDEO: The E-T is proud to debut a new weekly spotlight on local athletes. Stay...
• Dublin wins!
• Managing Editor Sara Vanden Berge sat down with Morgan Mill resident Brandi Todd...
• Check out this inspiring story about the end a Stephenville mother's lifelong st...
• UPDATED: Dublin claims homecoming victory, Jackets fall to Hebron
• Have a photo from the Dublin's victory? Post it here and you could see it on the...
• Dublin claims victory, breaks 18-game losing streak
• DUBLIN CLAIMS FIRST VICTORY OF SEASON
• Good thing about footbal delay... ET Sports Editor Brad Keith finished his volle...
• Kickoff time at Hebron! at 9 p.m.!
• lightning delay at Hebron Stadium. Jackets and Hebron Hawks been delayed for som...
• Per City Secretary Cindy Stafford: Did you know . . . you can get a PICKUP load...
• PRAISE the RAIN!!!! It's pouring on Stephenville!
• A win for Tarleton
• SHS boys win Hico CC Meet
• VIDEO: Fire destroys vacant home
• Happening Saturday!
• Check out Marcie Sullivan's site, Big Bad Shots, for photos from junior high foo...
• Go Jackets! Bees also did well!
• Dublin taking on Valley Mills
• How bout them Runnin' Tigers!
• Texans hope to beat Division I foe for first time since 2003!
• Photos, Photos Photos!
• Check out the Van Griffith Kia Blitz Bit football preview video!
• This week's edition of The All Out Blitz is online now! Check it out, and be sur...
• From this week's edition of The All Out Blitz
• PHOTO GALLERY: New Educators Welcome Breakfast
• Great job WFAA on a feature of former Stephenville High School coach Art Briles...
• String of business burglaries in the Irish Capitol
• Check out this story from Sunday's edition on Dr. Moumin Quazi, a Pakistani Amer...
• Stay tuned to yourhometownvoice.com for more on this developing story
• Stephenville native with a big Cards debut!
• Kolb does it again! 70 yard TD pass. 17-25-0 passing for 275 yards and 2 TDs. Ga...
• VIDEO: Stephenville 9/11 Tribute
• Kolb to Jeff King 48 yards, first TD pass as a Cardinal! tied 14-14 with Caroli...
• Kolb 12-15-0 passing 139 yards, but two drives stalled inside Panther 10. Arizo...
• Follow Kevin Kolb here!
• Gillespie and crew may be on to something :)
• Dang, those Texans turn out pros all over the globe!
• Very cool
• Hard to believe, but basketball season will be here before we know it!
• Another tough loss
• VIDEO: 9/11 Tribute ceremony held in Stephenville City Park.
• Hico 3-0 for first time since 1997!
• VIDEO: E-T's video coverage of the 9/11 Tribute ceremony held in City Park Frida...
• BURNT WOOD
• Quick and easy one for the Bees
• THIS JUST IN: Dublin police meet with other departments to compare notes on rape...
• 9th Jackets Burn the Wood
• Post your photos from U.S. Army Spc. Jesse Dietrich's funeral procession and the...
• UPDATE: The funeral procession of U.S. Army Spc. Jesse Dietrich is running behin...
• BREAKING NEWS
• Check out this week's edition of The Blitz Bit!
• Also on Friday, join the E-T in saluting a soldier lost to the War on Terror.
• 9/9 (Friday) at 9 - Join area officials and community members for a tribute, com...
• Check out the ALL OUT BLITZ online now and be sure to pick up your copy in Thurs...
• Knights hitting the field again in Bluff Dale
• Check out the Blitz online and be sure to grab your copy in the Thursday Empire-...
• Can Dublin end its 17-game losing streak?
• Hico has to be on pace for some type of rushing record!
• Texans on the road!
• Battle of 377 Coming Friday!
• Stephenville's Kalli-Blake Bramlett, 10, has tumbled her way onto the USA junior...
• Honeybees topple Granbury
• Jackets roll to 2-0!
• How bout them Yellow Jackets! Aiavion scores three times, Jones throws two touch...
• Junior defensive back Preston Brown was named the Right Guard Defensive Player o...
• E-T Sports Editor Brad Keith is a blogger for D2football.com. Check out his blog...
• Check out photos from the Tarleton-ACU football nail biter Thursday night.
• As promised, the extended version of the Tarleton-ACU football story is online....
• ACU has moved ahead 17-14, but still more than 10 minutes left in the third.
• Can Tarleton State shock everyone? The Texans lead No. 4 Abilene Christian 14-10...
• Don't miss The Blitz Bit
• Check out this week's edition of The All Out Blitz online now, and be sure to pi...
• What's the most vivid memory you carry around with you from from Sept. 11, 2001?...
• Many readers submitted stories and have been published online. Submit your's tod...
• E-T Staff Writer Micah Moore needs help naming his new music blog debuting soon....
• Click on link and vote for Stephenville's Preston Brown for Right Guard Defensiv...
• Honeybees suffer sweep against No. 7 Aledo
• Cool Stephenville-Aledo football video from Clifford Jones, Jones Family photogr...
• Check it out now! Other sports updates also posted.
• How 'bout those Jackets?!?!
• Stephenville ranked No. 4 in 4A! Also named Army Strong Team of Week
• Have a photo from Sunday's brush fire on South 281? Submit it at www.yourhometow...
• Several sports updates this afternoon including 4A top 10 results, Honeybee voll...
• Stephenville placed second in Hill Country Volleyball Classic in Kerrville. Aled...
• GO JACKETS!!!!!
• Stephenville to kickoff to Aledo to start the 2011 football season! It's moments...
• Stephenville-Aledo 7:30 p.m. at Tarleton Memorial. Follow all-night updates on t...
• Hico 61-0 over Dublin. Final. Hico rushed for 517 yards and had 563 yards total...
• It's halftime at Tarleton Memorial Stadium, where the Hico Tigers lead the Dubli...
• Visit the Empire-Tribune online now to check out the new Blitz Bit video, which...
• VIDEO: Check out the cute kitties at the Erath County Humane Society! adorable :)
• POLL: Do you expect the DISD bond proposal to pass in November? Weigh in online...
• Back to School for Stephenville - Bus Schedules, Lunch Menus, School Supplies and more
• Lengthy Stephenville PD and Erath County Sheriff's Department investigation ends...
• MMMMMMMMMMango Chicken Salad for Dinner Tonight!
• It's not too late to get your 2011 Area Football Preview Guide, which includes p...
• As student's return to school today, Education Blogger Bill Norris invites you t...
• E-T calling on back-to-school photos! We want to help you celebrate the first we...
• Accusations surrounding steroid use in the bucking bull industry has prompted th...
• Junior cornerback Preston Brown intercepts a pass for Stephenville in a Friday n...
• Submit your photo or story today! It's quick, easy and right at your fingertips....
• Demolition of Dublin ISD's "old intermediate" began Monday morning after an eigh...
• Demolition began this morning of Dublin ISD's "old intermediate" building after...
• VIDEO EXCLUSIVE: United Way Fish Fry kicks off 2012 campaign
• Are you friends with E-T Staff Writer Amanda Kimble?? If not, you're missing a l...
• For more than just news throughout the day, follow @MooreETnews on Twitter for u...
• ONLINE EXCLUSIVE with video
• Hey Stephenville High School students: Your class schedules will be available Th...
• Check out this broadcast by Micah Moore who was on the scene of a structure fire...
• Don't forget friends, there is a contest currently underway.. click the link abo...
• Coconut Hut's cool treats = sweet rewards for cancer patient, family this weeken...
• Don't forget today is Children Advocacy Center Day at Chili's. 10 percent of eve...
• Smokey Bear is celebrating his 67th birthday today! Don't forget, only YOU can p...
• Honeybee photos from Friday's scrimmage against Aledo are online now at empiretr...
• They're Back!!!
• BREAKING and UPDATED: local horse sale breaks record, horses continue coming in
• Class schedules will be available for pickup at the Henderson Junior High office...
• Carroll: Heat deaths are 100 percent preventable
• ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Photo gallery of Stephenville High School's Fish Camp held Thu...
• Council denies request for permit waiver
• DA: Sechrist murder trial expected in fall
• Nabors indicted on four additional charges
• Yes, another story about the "old intermediate" building in Dublin.
• Bill Norris is tired of standing silently as public education is "under attack."...
• Sports fans in and around Erath County can now follow the Empire-Tribune's sport...
• While they will not make the final vote on the issue until Sept. 6, the Stephenv...
• Sports fans in and around Erath County can now follow the Empire-Tribune's sport...
• ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Football and volleyball workout's began today for many area sc...
• Dr. Ricky Sherrod is holding a book signing at Barefoot Athletics from 4-6 p.m....
• Area high schools begin football and volleyball two-a-days bright and early Mond...
• An interesting shared news story from E-T's sister publication The Glen Rose Rep...
• ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Video, photo gallery and more from the Dublin Dr Pepper rally,...
• 2002 Stephenville HS grad Kevin Kolb has been traded from Philadelphia to Arizon...
• Online Exclusive: Photo gallery of a candlelight vigil held tonight at Birdsong...
• A candlelight memorial for Hayley Lindsey will be held at 9 p.m. tonight at Bird...
• Officials: High fire dangers persist!
• ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Firefighters are extinguishing a grass/brush fire that sparked...
• Catch stories with Fowler, senior QB NIck Stephens, junior linebacker Matt Knick...
• cross country - Texans picked 5th and TexAnns picked eighth.
• Lone Star Conference Preseason volleyball poll - TexAnns picked 5th! 1. West Tex...
• Fowler on new offensive coordinator Lee Hayes (from LSC Football Media Day in Fo...
• Tarleton State head coach Cary Fowler just spoke at LSC Football Media Day: "We...
• Want your news on the go?? Our mobile site is now live! Simply navigate to www.y...
• ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: photo gallery from Foster's Home Summer Stars Camp going on no...
• Now the LSC preseason poll is being announced and Tarleton is picked to finish 5...
• QB Mitchell Gale and DE Aston Whiteside, both from Abilene Christian, have been...
• Preseason player of the year awards and football polls are being released right...
• It's raining in Stephenville! 10 minutes and counting!
• It's back to football in the NFL! With the lockout over, the Dallas Cowboys have their first practice of training camp Thursday in San Antonio. Watch for a major flurry of transactions all around the league once business officially re-opens. This wi
• Also from Sunday's edition, still available at new stands..
• From Sunday's edition... in case you missed it.
• ONLINE EXCLUSIVE: Watch the video and see the damage Sunday morning's house fire caused after an arson is believed to have targeted a Stephenville family.
• New Tarleton State power forward dunking for two while starring for Arizona Western College.
• A full story on Nelson signing with Tarleton State can be found at empiretribune.com later today and in the E-T's Friday print edition.
• A proposed business is looking for your thoughts on a venture being considered for Erath. Similar to paint ball, the idea is to set up a playing field that would invite kids to wage war on one another using rubber ammunition and mock weapons. Would you p
• On the flip side..
• What a great community we live in with such caring people!
• SPD: Protect your business by making sure all your contact information is current
• Missing something? SPD may have your stolen property.
• Tarleton State head men's basketball coach Lonn Reisman ranked among best non-Division I coaches in country. Full story coming in the Wednesday edition of the Empire-Tribune.
• Breaking and Updated!
• Stephenville is issuing a watering reminder.Drought Contingency Plan stage 2 in effect. Water Restrictions: Watering only allowed Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 6-9 a.m. and 6-9 p.m. Same applies to washing motor vehicles, motorbike
• Don't forget to catch a free outdoor showing of "Toy Story 3" in Bluff Dale Saturday. Pack up your lawn chairs and little ones and head over to the event, hosted by Bluff Dale United Methodist Church. To get to there, turn right at FM 2481
• THIS JUST IN: Check out this breaking news on a Dublin investigation involving "inappropriate contact."
• Book Honors Stephenville Football
• Hey friends.. the last in the summer recipe series wraps up Sunday. We are searching for a few good recipes to make it complete. Please send us details on your tastiest desserts. Send yours now to amanda.kimble@empiretribune.com. thanks a bunch!
• Grand jury indicts eight
• Don't miss this story and more online now and in print today (Thursday).
• Vote! Submit! To enter the Traveling with the E-T Photo Showdown, take the E-T along on your travels and snap a photo of the fun. To vote, go to the showdown folder and "like" your favorite. The pic with the most likes wins. Send entries to ama
• The third in the E-T's three part series on fun summer recipes will conclude Sunday. BUT we want to include your favorite desserts on the Lifestyles cover. Please email your recipes by noon on Thursday to amanda.kimble@empiretribune.com!
• Even the King of Rock 'n Roll knows a good newspaper when he sees it! Courtney McGuire recently posed with her favorite paper - the Stephenville Empire-Tribune - at the Memphis, Tenn. Welcome Center. She said she loved reading the funnies and articl
• The mobile version of our new website is now working. We apologize for any inconvenience. Just visit with your smartphone and all should be OK.
• Hey friends, please help this little girl find her pony. Missing since Saturday evening.
• Erath County is far worse than many of our neighboring counties. Erath County fire officials continue urging the use of extreme caution when engaging in any outdoor activity.
• If you haven't visited already, head over to www.yourhometownvoice.com - the new community website from the Empire-Tribune! The site is free and offers many new features. Check it out!
• Our new community website www.yourhometownvoice.com experienced a technical glitch about 20 minutes ago that has made the site temporarily inaccessible. We apologize for the inconvenience and we are working to correct it soon. In the meantime, the E-T wi
• Wouldn't it be cool if the winning recipe came from an Erath County kitchen?
• Where can you get an hour of fun for four people for just $10? Click here to find out and sign up for other free specials and discounts. While you are there, check out all the other steals to be found around Erath County!
• You think you've got what it takes to entertain readers with your insights? Prove it!
• If you are not able to make it to the freeze-off, listen closely and you just might hear a bit of Good Humor and tasty frozen treats headed your way.
• Did you know July is National Ice Cream Month? Why not celebrate this Saturday in Morgan Mill?
• The E-T is launching a new series, Neighborhood All-Stars.The weekly feature will highlight an individual who is making a difference in their community. Send suggestions to news@empiretribune.com. Please include the name of the Neighborhood All-Star and
• A Florida jury just acquitted Casey Anthony of murdering her daughter, Caylee. Do you think the verdict was correct? Weigh in now on our online poll at yourhometownvoice.com.
• Count down to verdict in the State of Fla. V. Casey Anthony... Court is expected to resume at 1:15 p.m.
• Vote! Submit! The E-T and LJT have brewed up a contest - Traveling with the E-T Photo Showdown. One reader's traveling photo could win them a cool prize. To participate, take the E-T along on your summer trip and snap a photo of the fun. The E-T mus
• Got a favorite finger food or appetizer that you like to serve up at your backyard parties or summer soirees? Please email your recipe, including ingredients, prep steps and serving suggestions to amanda.kimble@empiretribune.com. For publication this Sun
• As you make plans for your July 4 celebration, please remember to be safe and designate a driver. In the hopes that you don't let the holiday spirit WRECK your life, E-T would like to share these words of wisdome forwarded by City Secretary Cindy S
• Come one, come all! Head on over to the office of the Stephenville Empire-Tribune. We are here 'til 5 p.m. wishing Ad Director Judy Terry a happy retirements. Come, eat cake and help us bid Judy farewell!
• Don't forget today is the day! Stop by the Empire-Tribune office from 3-5 p.m. today and congratulate Judy on her retirement!
• Isabella Manlapaz, 14, is one of the Stephenville Stingrays who have been tearing it up at area swim meets. What does Manlapaz love most about the sport, and what are her thoughts on transitioning from Henderson Junior High to Stephenville High School th
• Our new site is live! Please head over to the new site and re-register for access. Then be sure and submit your photos and stories on our new "Community Voice" section!
• We'd like to let everyone know we are making a major upgrade to our website in the morning. As a result, you may experience a period of time when the website is not available. Please bear with us through this change. The upgrade will be worth the wa
• Less than a year in prison on a five-year sentence and less than four months after his release, a Carlton man is jailed in Hamilton County.
• Come One, Come All!! The E-T Staff is preparing to bid farewell to a dear friend, Ad Director Extraordinaire Judy Terry. Please join us Friday in wishing her a happy retirement.
• Looking for a new recipe to whip up tonight? Visit Healthy Living where you can find a recipe for "Quick Easy Cheesy Shrimp Chowder."
• How will the price of gas impact your Independence Day travel? Let us know on the E-T Web Poll at www.empiretribune.com!
• Stephenville resident Russell Huffman reeled in this impressive large mouth bass on a private Erath County stock tank.
• A barbecue benefit for Adam Needham, a Stephenville man who sustained serious injuries in an automobile accident in May, will be held Sunday at Appleton Electric. The event was organized to help raise funds for medical expenses as Needham undergoes rehab
• Jail and Bail, a fundraising event for Cross Timbers Family Services, scheduled to take place today, has been canceled.
• Vote in the Traveling Photo Showdown! The E-T and Larry Joe Taylor have brewed up a contest that could turn one reader's traveling photo into a cool prize. To participate, take the Empire-Tribune along on your summer trip and snap a photo of the fun
• SHS grad is 'fired up' about his role in official play of Texas. Read his story here or in the Friday edition of the E-T!
• A group of Tarleton State University students have taken their studies and the Empire-Tribune to Pamplona, Spain, where they paused for a picture in front of a monument to the county's Running of the Bulls festival. Pictured are Ben Gilliland, Shond
• E-T Staffer Micah Moore just spoke with a 2009 SHS grad who recalled his experiences of being set on fire. Look for it soon in the E-T! While you're waiting, see what else is making headlines at www.empiretribune.com!
• Tim Eriste, newest Texan baskteball player.
• Tim Eriste of Volunteer State Community College is the newest Tarleton State Texan Basketball Player. Read about him at empiretribune.com later today or in the Friday print edition. Also, be sure to check out the link to a highlight video on YouTube.
• What do you think of the new graphic warning labels for cigarette?? Weigh in now on the E-T Web Poll at www.empiretribune.com!
• Tarleton State cowgirl Kody Engle came from behind in the final go-round to win both the women's all-around and breakaway roping championships at the College National Finals Rodeo in Casper, Wyo. Meanwhile, Stephenville native and Texas A&M cowb
• The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for Erath County. Local fire fighters spent most of the weekend battling two large blazes and hope the predictions are correct that we will see some rain Tuesday. Keep your fingers crossed!
• Get online now or check out the sports section in Sunday's paper to catch up with Kevin Kolb and hear how the NFL lockout and trade possibilities have affected him and his family as he prepares to enter his fifth pro season.
• Staff Writer Micah Moore is on the scene of a grass fire raging on CR 397 near the Erath/Eastland County line. All departments from across the county are offering support in the battle. The Texas Forestry Service has also been called in to assist in batt
• Why wait for the Sunday edition? Get the facts online now!
• A high-flying event is being organized for late September.. you won't want to miss it! Log on to the E-T website to find out how you can be a part of the fun!
• Front page Sunday story on NFL quarterback Kevin Kolb and how the lockout and numerous trade rumors are affecting him and his family. Check it out online tonight or in the Sunday paper.
• The Glen Rose Reporter, a weekly paper produced by the staff of Erath Publishers, Inc. that also publishes the Empire-Tribune, has just been awarded best weekly sports coverage in the state by the Texas Press Association! Special congratulations to Glen
• While the official start of summer may be days away, the dog days have already settled in. With temperatures soaring and no relief in sight, the Empire-Tribune wants to know how you beat the heat... Post your comments here..
• Sports Editor Brad Keith is scheduled to catch up with former Tarleton basketball greats LaShon Sheffield and Jeremiah Wilson this afternoon. Both are successful pro players overseas. Don't miss their story online tonight or in the Thursday print ed
• On this day in 1921, Bessie Coleman became the world's first African American licensed pilot. The native of Atlanta, Texas, graduated from high school in Waxahachie. She attended aviation school in France. She flew in her first air show at Curtiss F
• Don't forget friends, if you have a vacation - or day trip - planned, take the Empire-Tribune with you... we have a contest going on! See details in comment below.
• Coming in the Wednesday print edition - two more stories from last weekend's 42nd annual Cowboy Capital of the World Pro Rodeo. Dean Taylor of the Erath County Livestock Association and Pete Carr, founder of Carr Pro Rodeo, say it's the people
• Three reasons to not wait until Wednesday's print edition.. 1) An Erath County grand jury has issued a triple indictment for the second suspect in a 2007 murder case. 2) Dublin City Council has approved an incentive aimed at attracting newcomers to
• Slow down sparky, there is a burn ban in effect!
• The E-T made the rounds today, capturing photos from Yellow Jacket Baseball Camp, Honeybee Softball Camp (see attached photo), the Lonn Reisman Texan Basketball Camp and the 4-Lady Scramble at Legends Country Club. See it all in the Wednesday edition of
• E-T goes to Nepal Harry Bhandari recently took his Stephenville Yellow Jacket pride and the Empire-Tribune along for the ride when he visited Nepal. He is pictured in front of the world's tallest stupa - Boudhanath Stupa - which he said is a unive
• Sports Editor Brad Keith caught up with Stephenville barrel racer Phylicia Hupp during the rodeo Saturday night. Read about Hupp, roping champs Luke Brown and Martin Lucero and more at empiretribune.com, or check out the Tuesday edition of the E-T. Also,
• Dallas Mavericks 105-95 over Miami Heat. Mavs win series 4-2. Mavs NBA Champions for first time in franchise history! Dirk Nowitzki NBA Finals MVP!
• Sports Editor Brad Keith caught up with PRCA announcer Ben Clements and sister/sound operator Brandi Clements after a performance during the 42nd annual Cowboy Capital of the World Pro Rodeo. Read the entire story now at empiretribune.com, or get a copy
• Dublin Dr Pepper Days are in full swing. Check out are online gallery of photos from the day's event and all the action in Sunday's edition of the E-T!
• Stephenville cowboy Bubba Hudson was second in bareback riding while Kelsey Parchman and Michael Jones were second in team roping through Friday at the 42nd annual Cowboy Capital of the World Pro Rodeo. See full coverage, including a discussion with Chin
• Erath County Volunteer Fire Rescue is warning of an increased fire danger today. Erath County residents are urged to use caution when engaging in outdoor activity that could spark a fire.
• From Brian Mahoney, Associated Press DALLAS (AP) — Dirk Nowitzki thrust both arms in the air, a sea of blue screaming around him... Nowitzki scored 29 points, driving for the go-ahead dunk with 2:45 remaining, and the Mavericks beat the Heat 112-
• Mavs 60, Heat 57 half. Easily highest scoring half of Finals. Dallas shooting 66 percent from floor.
• Yellow Jacket and Honeybee Basketball, Texan Baseball and TexAnn Volleyball camp photos coming your way in the Friday E-T. Don't miss it!
• Meant to post this on Tuesday, but better late than never. The crew chief for the referee team working game four of NBA Finals Tuesday was Monty McCutcheon a Dublin native. Mavs lead 56-54 late in first half of game 5.
• As seen in today's print edition.. Rosalea Giambanco, 7, is safe and sound.
• Tarleton State junior closing pitcher Ryan Turner has announced he won't be returning for his senior season after being selected 990th overall in the 30th round by the Tampa Bay Rays in the Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft Wednesday. Tu
• Did you know... you can access the Erath County Jail log online? Follow the link above to access daily inmate census reports.
• Camp Pioneer is underway at the Stephenville Museum and the E-T was there capturing all the action. Visit out online galleries to view and purchase photos of your family and friends.
• Dallas Mavericks 86, Miami Heat 83. Series tied at 2-2 entering Game 5 Thursday night at the AAC. Dirk Nowitzki 21 points, 11 rebounds despite a 102 degree fever. Jason Terry 17 points, 3 steals.
• The girl's mother alleges that Salvatore "Slade" Giambanco, 39, took their 7-year-old daughter, pictured below, from her Mineral Wells home. See more below.
• The search is on for this missing 7-year-old Mineral Wells girl.. Read the story in the link posted above. Have you seen Rosalea Giambanco?
• Staci Mullings Foix is the sixth and final winner in the E-T Facebook Face-Off! Today's image was indeed the Grist Mill in Dublin.. The game has been fun! Winners - if you have not yet claimed your prize, please email amanda.kimble@empiretribune.com
• Not a single guess in yesterday's late game, but we are hoping for some participation today! It's the final image in the E-T Facebook Face-off Remember - the point of the game is to guess the complete image. The first person to post the correct
• City of Champions, indeed!
• More details emerge in a shocking murder/suicide in Erath County Saturday night. Online and On Time NOW or in Tuesday's print edition. And please pray for the children of the deceased.
• Okay people, the clock is ticking... If each of our more than 1,300 fans voted for this beautiful girl prior to Tuesday's deadline, she would no doubt walk a winner and a model for NRS.. Do it! Simply LIKE the NRS Facebook page and then LIKE the pic
• Without further delay... It's the final image in the E-T Facebook Face-off? Remember - the point of the game is to guess the complete image. Clues will not be given until Tuesday morning. The first person to post the correct answer wins a free one-m
• 2009 Stephenville High School graduate Garret Autrey is a national champion!!! Autrey hit .500 at the plate and was named to the all-tournament team after helping Navarro College past No. 1 Central Arizona College 6-4 in the championship game at the NJC
• A couple is dead after an apparent murder/suicide that took place about 10 p.m. Saturday at an Erath County home. See the story online now at www.empiretribune.com. More information will be posted as it becomes available.
• The Stephenville Public Library is kicking of a program geared at shaping lifelong readers... Encourage your child to dive into a reading adventure this summer!
• MMMMMM the nectar of the Gods!
• Why wait until Sunday when you can get the news Online and On Time NOW!?
• Dive into pre-summer fun at Splashville Saturday with a movie and fireworks 8-11 p.m. Open Season 3 will be shown. Admission is $3 for children and senior citizens and $4 for everyone else. Swimmers who pay to swim prior to the movie get to return free o
• Congratulations to Stephanie Winnett who gave the correct answer in today's E-T Facebook Face-Off. The smokestack at Smokestack Park at the corner of I-20 and FM108 in Thurber. Stephanie, please email amanda.kimble@empiretribune.com to claim your on
• Happy Friday friends! It's time for the E-T Facebook Face-off. Remember the point of the game is to guess the complete image. Clues will not be given until Monday morning. The first person to post the correct answer wins a free one-month subscriptio
• E-T calling for father-son look-a-likes Father's Day is fast approaching and we want to honor Dad by publishing a spread of father-son look-a-likes in the Empire-Tribune. Submit your photos to news@empiretribune.com by noon on Wednesday, June 15, to
• Gracie Brooks, 3, needs your help.. This Erath County native is facing off against 19 other children in a fight to see who will be the next child model for NRS (National Ropers Supply). The child with the most votes wins.. to support this hometown beauty
• ULTRA by John Gregg stands outside the fine arts building at Tarleton State. The statue was dedicated to J. Thomas Davis and a gift of Ernie and Hugh Wolfe... Emily C. Williams guessed the image as quickly as it was posted. Stay tuned Friday morning as w
• Here we go people, its the E-T Facebook Face-off. Remember the point of the game is to guess the complete image. Clues will not be given until Friday morning. The first person to post the correct answer wins a free one-month subscription of the E-edition
• Child Development Center graduates 13 from Pre-K program
• Child Development Center graduates 13 from Pre-K program
• Cash in on your Crime Tips...
• Does your daily commute include driving across Tarleton's campus? Plan your route wisely, road blocks are going up.
• Find out how this young man earned the Boy Scouts of America's highest honor online now or in Thursday's edition of the Empire-Tribune.
• The World Health Organization released findings suggesting that cell phone usage could cause cancer. We asked readers if the news would impact their amount of cell phone usage. Take part in the E-T's online poll now at www.empiretribune.com.
• Father's Day is fast approaching and we want to honor Dad by publishing a spread of father-son look-a-likes in the Empire-Tribune. Submit your photos to news@empiretribune.com by noon on Wednesday, June 15, to have it included in our June 19 print a
• Sara Hernandez is the winner of today's E-T Facebook Face-Off! She guessed the bigger picture! Today's image was the "Boys Entrance" at the Center Grove Schoolhouse at the Stephenville Historical Museum - pictured above. Sara, please
• Here we go people, its the E-T Facebook Face-off. Remember the point of the game is to guess the complete image. Clues will not be given until Thursday morning. The first person to post the correct answer wins a free one-month subscription of the E-editi
• Staff Writer Amanda Kimble wants to know - does anyone know the status of the 6-year-old that was bitten by a Copperhead in the Morgan Mill area Saturday? If so, please send a personal message to her Facebook inbox, thanks!
• On this day in 1881, Fort Griffin, a strategic unit in the string of border and frontier outposts defending settlers against hostile Indians and outlaws, was closed. The fort was established in 1867 and located on the Clear Fork of the Brazos River in NE
• Patricia Mulloy Vargas is the winner of today's E-T Facebook Face-Off! She guessed the bigger picture - the logo on the side of the Dublin Dr Pepper truck as pictured above. Riding on the truck is former Pretty Peggy Pepper Emily Greenway Akard. Pat
• Here we go people, its the E-T Facebook Face-off. Remember the point of the game is to guess the complete image. Unlike Friday's test run, clues will not be given until Wednesday morning. The first person to ost the correct answer wins a free one-mo
• Help people with Alzheimer's make art
• Dianna Aurant Frazor is the winner in today's E-T Facebook Face-Off! And we will start the game again Monday morning with five more one-month subscriptions to the E-edition of the Empire-Tribune to award. Complete details to follow. This was a test
• two partial views of the same sign
• Here is another view of the today's E-T Facebook Face-Off
• sends its best birthday wishes to Dr. Stuart Chilton. May you have many more!
• HAPPY FRIDAY friends! The E-T Facebook Face-Off begins NOW... The first person to correctly identify the object in this picture wins a free one-month subscription to the E-edition of the Stephenville Empire-Tribune, found online at www.empiretribune.com.
• CONTEST Time!!!! Read the comment below for details on the E-T Facebook Face-Off... the game will kick off Friday!
• Today in 1837, William Barret Travis's estate placed a notice offering $50 for the return of an escaped slave, one of the few survivors of the Alamo - Joe. He was brought before the Texas Cabinet and questioned about events at the Alamo and returned
• The Dallas Mavericks are Western Conference Champions after defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder 100-96 behind Dirk Nowitzki's 26 points and 9 rebounds. Nowitzki was an incredible 60-62 from the free throw line in the series and is leading Dallas to
• Ken and Diane Stokes of Morgan Mill enjoyed a cruise to Turkey and the Greek Islands - and took the Empire-Tribune along. The couple is pictured in front of the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul. Contributed
• Ken and Diane Stokes of Morgan Mill enjoyed a cruise to Turkey and the Greek Islands - and took the Empire-Tribune along for the ride. The couple is pictured in front of the Topkapi Palace in Istanbul. Send your traveling photo to news@empiretribune.com.
• In case you missed it in the Sunday edition of the E-T, we have a list of local camps geared at helping your kiddos beat the Dog Days of Summer. Check it out online, or come stop by the Empire-Tribune office to purchase a copy of the Sunday paper.
• The E-T now has video footage of Dublin Isd's "demolition debate" from Monday night's school board meeting. Follow the link to see the video from the board room and read Staff Writer Micah Moore's story on the issue.
• In 1861, Sarah Seelye enlisted in the Civil War as a man, Franklin Thompson. She ran away from home at 17, disguised as a boy, to avoid marriage. After enlisting in the Union Army, she served for nearly 2 years as a man. Ironically, she penetrated Confed
• Today is also the birthday of Ralph Waldo Emerson - American poet & lecturer 1803-1882. Here are just a few noteworthy Emerson quotes: "“To be great is to be misunderstood.”...
• Stephenville Empire-Tribune management and staff would like to wish a great BIG HAPPY, SUPERIFIC, FANTABULOUS, ROCKALISTIC birthday to Editress Extraordinaire Sara Vanden Berge! And cheers to many more great years! <3!!!
• The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch, effective until 10 p.m. Impacting BOSQUE, COMANCHE, ELLIS, ERATH, HAMILTON, HILL HOOD, JOHNSON, MILLS and SOMERVELL counties.
• Check out the details on farewell fandango for Cristy Campbell-Furtick (also known as CCF), Jennifer Muncey, Annette Sherrod, Mike Dacus and Nancy McIntyre.
• According to texasbob, on this day in 1869, 24 defendants went on trial in the Stockade Case. On Oct. 24, 1868, a Marion County mob dragged five Republicans - arrested the previous night after a Republican meeting ended in a gunfight with Democrats - fr
• What do Tommy Chong, 73, and Bob Dylan, 70, have in common? They share a May 24 birthday. Happy day to these classics whose names send us on trip back in time.
• We all know Erath County is a darned fine place to live.. Here is your chance to show the rest of the Lone Star State why the Cowboy Capital or Irish Capital of Texas is a hometown like no other..
• Check out Staff Writer Micah Moore's report on the Monday meeting of the Dublin ISD board of trustees and the last call on the ongoing debate to save an old school building. Online now!
• Check out www.empiretribune.com now. Staff Writer Amanda Kimble reports on the ruling of Judge Bart McDougal following a transfer hearing last week to determine if Nila Sechrist will be tried as an adult in the 2007 murder of Jana Roberson.
• This proud parent jumped at the chance to lend a hand at Central Elementary's Splash Day today.. and Justin Chen showed off his pitching arm while also showing his fellow kindergarden students that hitting the mark is easy as pie.
• Check out how a local group of volunteers got the last laugh on a thief..
• An Evening with Mark Twain scheduled for 7 p.m. Tuesday at City Hall at City Limits has been cancelled.
• Storm spotter activation has been requested for the area north of Huckabay and Morgan Mill, where a storm cell shows to be moving in. Small to moderate-size hail can be expected. The storm is expected to move northeast at a rate of 40 mph.
• Happy birthday to singer/songwriter Jewel who is reportedly celebrating her 37th birthday! Many blessings from the Cowboy Capital to the beautiful bride of the King of Cowboys!
• On this day in Texas History, according to texasbob.com, on May 23, 1934. Depression-era Texas outlaws Clyde Barrow and Bonnie Parker were killed in a roadside ambush arranged by Texas Ranger Frank Hamer outside of Gibsland, Louisiana. Riddled by some 16
• Tarleton State announced the signing of Duncanville High School's Davene Carter today. Check this video out.
• Alex Sanchez scored on a pair of TD receptions during the live-ball phase of Stephenville's spring football scrimmage tonight. Check out the Empire-Tribune's coverage in the Sunday edition.
• Staff Writer Micah Moore is at Erath County Relay For Life and will bring you the story of celebration and remembrance in the Sunday Edition. Be sure to check www.empiretribune.com for the highlight video from the annual event.
• The Empire-Tribune will follow up on this one next week.
• ust in case you missed Friday's Empire-Tribune, check out all the news, online through the weekend. Today's top news stories include this one about Devorah Aikman, owner of Dominion Racing Stables who was found guilty of cruelty to livestock Th
• If you missed this one in Thursday's edition, check it out online. Did an enraged neighbor attempt to serve a poisonous dose of revenge?
• Strap on your walking shoes, the countdown to Relay For Life begins now. Head on down to Stephenville City Park after work today. Survivor and caregiver dinner begins at 5 p.m. Relay at 6 p.m. Survivor and caregiver lap at 6:30 p.m.
• Stephenville High School's annual Blue vs. Gold spring game is set for this evening at Tarleton Memorial Stadium. The sub-varsity teams begin action at 5 p.m. and the varsity follows at 6:30 p.m.
• SHS Theatre will present "The Ghost of Jeb Taylor" tonight at 6 p.m. at the Stephenville Historical Museum. The interactive murder mystery takes audience members around the museum to meet pioneer ghosts that will give clues to who murdered Tayl
• Some people will do anything to get even! Sheriff's investigators believe a dispute between neighbors prompted one of them to seek revenge. Find out what 'noisy' creature an unsuspecting letter carrier found online at www.empiretribune.com
• Has your life been impacted by cancer? Let us know in this week's E-T Web Poll at www.empiretribune.com
• Manager Editor Sara Vanden Berge is putting the final touches on the E-T's annual Guide to Summer Camps featuring information about all the hottest area camps that will keep your child busy this summer! Check it out in Sunday's edition of the E
• The E-T issued a call for graduation photos yesterday and they are already pouring in! Keep them coming. All submitted photos will be considered for publication in the Sunday, June 4, edition of the E-T! Send photos to sara.vandenberge@empiretribune.com.
• Staff Writer Amanda Kimble is in court now listening to arguments to determine if Nila Sechrist will be tried as an adult for murder and conspiracy to commit murder in the 2007 beating death of Jana Roberson. Stay tuned for the latest updates on the ongo
• What's next for Dublin ISD board of trustees now that the school bond failed. Find out in Wednesday's edition of the E-T and online at www.empiretribune.com.
• The city of Stephenville is now taking citizen budget requests. To find out how to submit your wish list to the city, see Wednesday's edition of the E-T or read the story online now at www.empiretribune.com.
• The E-T is honoring the Class of 2011 and issuing a call for graduation photos of your favorite graduate, ceremony or celebration. Send photos to sara.vandenberge@empiretribune.com by noon on Wednesday, June 1.
• Head to the Stephenville Museum from 9 a.m.-noon Saturday for the first Grower's and Artisan's Market featuring a variety of fresh and organic produce and flowers. The event will continue through the summer on the first and third Saturdays of t
• Markham Vineyards and the 4th annual Mark of Distinction program wants to help you change Erath by rewarding those who promote positive changes. A search is underway to find 2 community initiatives to receive a $25,000 grant. To enter, submit a proposal
• A local veteran was treated last week to a 'trip of a lifetime.' Don't miss the story in tomorrow's edition of the Empire-Tribune or online now.
• The NCAA announced today that Tarleton State has been invited to the South Central Regional baseball tournament. It is just the second NCAA Tournament berth in the history of the program, the last coming in 1998.
• Full election results are in! Visit www.empiretribune.com to see how the Stephenville city council and school board races turned out and the Dublin bond election, mayor's city council race are online as well.
• Elections results are coming in! CHeck out www.empiretribune.com for full coverage!
• That's all from the state track meet! Be sure to check out the Sunday edition of the Empire-Tribune for a full recap.
• Sheridan Stokes finished 8th in the 300 hurdles in 44.98 seconds.
• Stokes' name goes up in lights on the electronic message board at Mike A. Myers Stadium.
• Sheridan Stokes crosses the finish line in 14.65 seconds, good for fourth place in the 4A 100 meter hurdle finals at the UIL State Track Meet. Lancaster's Taije Jordan, celebrating in the lane beside Stokes, won the event in a blistering 13.96 secnd
• get results quickly from UIL Track & Field State Meet
• AUSTIN - Stephenville's Becca Hall saw her junior season come to an end when she failed to clear 5 feet, 4 inches in the 4A high jump competition at the UIL Track & Field State Meet at Mike A. Myers Stadium today. Hall, who cleared 5-6 at region
• Stephenville senior thrower Becca Emmons finished eighth in the 4A girls discus competition at the UIL Track & Field State Meet at Mike A. Myers Stadium in Austin. Emmons' best throw today was 121-07. Becca Hall is up next for Stephenville in t
• TGIF! Have a fun and safe weekend everyone!
• Polls will be open from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday at the Erath County Courthouse and Dublin Annex. Don't forget to cast a ballot in the important races for school board and city council. Also on the ballot in Dublin is a bond $5.4 million school bond p
• Metroplex Center's first teacher education cohort set to graduate
• Don't miss Sports Editor Brad Keith's updates from Mike A. Myers Stadium throughout Friday's Class 4A competition at the UIL Track & Field State Meet in Austin. Check here, on the E-T Facebook page for updates throughout the day, and v
• Are you paraskevidekatriaphobic? With tomorrow being the only Friday 13th of the calendar year, Staff Writer Amanda Kimble is looking to see whose superstitions will have them on high alert. If you are not afraid of Friday the 13th but do have superstiti
• Tarleton golf team in fifth after round one of four at nationals
• First graduating class marks milestone for Teacher Education Program
• Rebuilding history | Puzzle complete on Stephenville Museum's Oxford House
• FMC celebrates expansion with community
• Sports Editor Brad Keith caught up with Stephenville head football coach Joseph Gillespie Wednesday morning after attending Tuesday afternoon's spring football practice. Grab a Wednesday paper for full coverage of the Yellow Jackets' spring pro
• Extremely heavy winds reported in Dublin as storm moves through...
• The storm is expected to arrive in Dublin at 12:30, Huckabay at 12:35, Stephenville at 12:40 and Morgan Mill at 12:45.
• The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning for Erath County. The storm is 11 miles west of Huckabay and is moving east. It is capable of producing large hail and damaging winds...stay tuned.
• Fire department works to replace truck destroyed in massive wildfire
• Afghan businessmen study agriculture in Erath County
• Dublin city council urges school board to preserve 'old intermediate'
• The annual spring sports banquet was held at Stephenville High School Monday night. Photos of team award winners will be published in the Wednesday edition of the Empire-Tribune.
• Local letter carriers will participate in a food drive Saturday. Residents are encouraged to leave non-perishable food items inside or near mailboxes to be picked up and delivered to Erath County food banks.
• Hey fashion lovers! The annual spring fashion show featuring cancer survivors and those battling the disease will take place from noon-1 p.m. Thursday at the Graham Street Church of Christ Family Center. Tickets to the show and luncheon are $5 and can be
• On a sour note, not the best of weekends for Tarleton State baseball, as they fell to Cameron and Incarnate Word and have been eliminated from the LSC Baseball Chamionship in Abilene. The No. 20 Texans, who entered the event ranked No. 4 in the South Cen
• Payton Shoush won Tarleton's only gold medal at the 2011 Lone Star Conference Track & Field Championships in Stephenville this weekend. She won the women's 800 meter run. Congratulations also to Derekia Coleman, a freshman who already had t
• Mavs swept the Lakers with a 122-86 beat down Sunday! Tied NBA record with 20 3-point field goals! Jet Terry 32 points off the bench, 9-10 from 3! Whoda thunk it?
• Sections of Tarleton campus streets to close June 3
• It just wasn't the Yellow Jackets' day. They were held hitless and surrendered three home runs as Burleson ran away with a 15-0 five-inning victory in the decisive third game of the bi-district series. The Yellow Jackets finished the year 21-14
• HOW BOUT THEM MAVS!
• The Stephenville Yellow Jackets put behind Thursday's loss and edged Burleson 4-3 Friday at home. That forces game three in the bi-district baseball series at 1 p.m. Saturday in Granbury.
• The Stephenville Honeybee softball team saw its best season ever come to an end tonight when they lost 6-1 to Aledo. The Honeybees reached the playoffs and won a bi-district title for the first time in school history.
• E-T Staff Writer Micah Moore sneaked into the Optimists Auction Hall for a peak of tonight's event. Hear is a look at what is in store!
• What are you doing for your mom this Mother's Day?
• Relay for Life is just two weeks away, and the E-T is highlighting cancer survivors and those in the fight of their lives. Don't miss the first in the ongoing series - an update on former SPD and Erath County Sheriff investigator Donnie Hensley. Ama
• Be sure to check out some of the very best athletes in the nation as the Lone Star Conference Track & Field Championships take place Friday-Sunday at Memorial Stadium and on the surface of Oscar Frazier Track!
• The Yellow Jacket baseball team saw a 1-0 lead slip away in a 2-1 loss to Burleson Thursday night. Game two is at 7 Friday at James T. Young Field, where a Stephenville win would force game three at 1 Saturday in Granbury.
• The Honeybee softball team is down a game after falling 4-0 to Aledo at jam-packed McCleskey Field Thursday. Game two is at 7 Friday at Aledo. A Honeybee win would force game three at 7 Saturday in Mineral Wells.
• Don't miss the Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council's exhibit featuring the work of Leslie Miller and her students this May. Miller and her young students have the exhibit all set up and it opens tomorrow with a reception held from 5-7 p.m. at the R
• An Erath County jury is currently deliberating the fate of Luke Badura, who was found guilty of committing a first-degree felony in the 266th Judicial District Court yesterday. He faces five-99 years. Stay tuned to the E-T for a report on the crime and t
• Should the feds release the bin Laden photo? Weigh in on the E-T Web Poll at www.empiretribune.com and let us know! Your answers will be published in an upcoming story about releasing the photo and what Erath County thinks.
• Stephenville celebrated its first ever bi-district softball championship Tuesday night, thumping Joshua 11-0 in the decisive third game of the round-one playoff series. The Honeybees host Aledo in game one of an area-round series at 7 p.m. Thursday at Ci
• We are gathering information for our annual Guide to Summer Camps. If your club or organization is hosting a camp this summer, send details to sara.vandenberge@empiretribune.com. The information will be featured on the Sunday, May 22, Lifestyles cover!
• Annual walk, run to benefit spinal muscular atrophy Saturday
• The US government is considering whether they should release photos of a dead Osama bin Laden. Do you think the government should release the photos? Tell us what you think!
• Softball. Game Three. Stephenville vs. Joshua. Do or Die. Tonight at 6 p.m. in Waco. Winner meets Aledo in area round.
• Last but certainly not least from the regional meet in Abilene, how about that Honeybee mile relay squad??? They ran the fourth-fastest prelim time Monday and will be in Tuesday's finals. The team consists of sophomores Kristin Kaiser (above) and Sh
• What a spring it's been for Lingleville senior Joe Michael Sanchez. He's shown long jumping here on Monday at the regional. He had the fourth-fastest 400m prelim time and will run in today's finals. He also still has the triple jump ahead.
• Very glad to hear Dally Friedrich was doing fine shortly after she collapsed during the girls' 800m run at the regional Monday. Friedrich had limited work before district because of her run to regionals in golf, but she finished third in 8-4A and wa
• Jordan Jones, the District 8-4A 100 meter dash champion, leads off Stephenville's 4x100 meter relay in the Class 4A Region I track and field meet at ACU's Elmer Gray Stadium Monday.
• Honeybee junior Becca Hall is awarded her silver medal after punching her ticket to state with a personal record-tying five foot, six inch leap in the 4A Region I girls high jump championship at Elmer Gray Stadium in Abilene Monday.
• Sheridan Stoke posted the second-fastest prelim times in both the 100m hurdles and 300m hurdles in the Class 4A Region I meet at Elmer Gray Stadium in Abilene Monday. Finals are Tuesday.
• Time for a Texas-sized auction ya'll
• Inside Tuesday's edition get the low down on the MS Trail Ride
• ****There has been a major change to Stephenville's softball playoff schedule*** Game three of the bi-district series with Joshua has been moved to Waco ISD's softball stadium due to the amount of rainfall in Granbury. The Honeybees and Lady Ow
• Congratulations to Lingleville High School's Joe Michael Sanchez, who has qualified for the finals in the 400 meter dash at the Class A Region II Track and Field Championships at Elmer Gray Stadium in Abilene. Sanchez had the fourth fastest qualifyi
• They aren't even through the first day of field events, and already Stephenville has two state qualifiers! Becca Emmons (pictured, left) finished second in the girls discus at regionals in Abilene Monday. She will join teammate Becca Hall in Austin,
• You may not be a prince or princess, but you can still get the royal treatment! Until 4 p.m. Riverside Baptist Church at 801 Glen Rose Road in Stephenville is offering FREE manicures, haircuts and more. The services are provided by licensed professional
• From the City of Champions to his spot leading the pride in Dublin, check out this feature story on DISD Athletic Director Bob Cervetto
• Burn ban lifted in Erath County
• Thursday is National Day of Prayer. Check the new approach to the annual observance.
• Click this link to get the details on the facilities improvement bond on the ballot for voters within the Dublin ISD. And don't forget Early Voting in the May 14 election is currently underway. Cast your ballot at the Erath County Courthouse or Dubl
• In case you missed the Sunday edition... Its not too late to get your copy at new stands now! Or check at www.empiretribune.com to get the latest, including a feature on Stephenville High School coach Matt Etters who is preparing to deploy to Afghanistan
• Game three of Stephenville's softball playoff series against Joshua has been moved back one day due to weather. Game time is now 6 p.m. Tuesday in Granbury. . .Also as of Sunday evening Stephenville track coach Kevin Wilson reports everything is st
• CNN is reporting that Osama Bin Laden is dead and his body is in US custody. President obama is expected to confirm it soon...
• The Stephenville Yellow Jackets defeated Waco High 5-0 at Veteran's Field in Waco Friday, securing the No. 2 playoff seed out of District 8-4A. Dominick Jokel struck out 14 batters while pitching the complete-game shutout, and catcher Tyler Floyd bl
• Stephenville won in the softball playoffs for the first time ever Saturday, knocking off Joshua 5-2 on the road to force a decisive third game in the team's bi-district playoff series. Game three will be at 6 p.m. Monday at Granbury High School.
• 50 minutes until first pitch at the Honeybees' softball game! Everyone head to City Park and support the Bees as they enter the state playoffs for the first time in school history..... 6 p.m. against Joshua at City Park's McCleskey Field.
• Got junk electronics? The city of Stephenville and Techway Services are hosting a FREE recycling event 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturday at the Municipal Service Center, 1201 Glen Rose Road. Load up your cell phones, computers, printers, copiers, faxes and other
• Don't miss the action of at the Tarleton Stampede 46th Annual NIRA Rodeo featuring award winning announcer Ben Clements. 6 p.m. tonight at Lone Star Arena. Tickets at gate Adults $8, Students $5, Family $20. Sponsored by Tarleton State University Ro
• AAUW book sale 9 a.m.- 4p.m. Saturday at Factory Direct Furniture in Bosque River Center. A wide array of books for all ages. Hardback books $1.25 per pound, paperbacks two for $1. Proceeds benefit the Rosellen Davis Endowed Scholarship, awarded annually
• Free fun for you and your kiddos. Don't miss a day of outdoor adventure Saturday!
• The hottest festival in the Lone Star State - Larry Joe Taylor's Texas Music Fest - is shining on Erath. If you plan on throwin' back a few cold ones out a Melody Mountain, PLEASE DON"T DRINK and DRIVE! Call 254-592-7931 to arrange your sa
• Inside Sunday's edition of the E-T don't miss all the details on the 39th Annual Stephenville Optimist Club Auction. A 12-page special section dedicated to the Friday, May 6 event!
• You wanted to see it, here it is.
• The Best of Erath by Jeri D. Martin
• Without further adieu the Empire-Tribune is pleased to announce the winners of the Best of Erath 2011 Readers' Choice Awards. Pick up your copy of the 28-page special section inside the E-T today. Get up and get your copy - you will not find the bes
• Langdon Center hosts 15th annual Concert on the Lawn
• Need a quick and healthy recipe to incorporate into this week's menu? Visit to see a quick video demonstration of Spinach Pasta Toss. Quick, simple and delicious so you can enjoy Dinner Tonight!
• Got books? Donations for the American Association Women's 38th Annual book sale will be accepted at Factory Direct of Stephenville, located in the Bosque River Center. For more information, call Christa Shaw at 968-8042. The sale will be held at the
• With the royal nuptials coming up, we asked little girls what they thought being a princess meant...and you won't believe their answers. We will share them on Sunday's cover of Lifestyles...
• One more day until the Honeybees make their long-awaited playoff debut. They host Joshua at 6 p.m. Friday in the first game of a three-game bi-district playoff series. Game 2 is 2 p.m. Saturday in Joshua. See the Friday edition of the E-T, or visit us on
• Stephenville soccer standout Caitlyn Wooley signed with Texas-Permain Basin this morning.
• Another very special birthday! Send birthday love to Ben Sopha Bruner Motors, Inc.
• Candidates in the race to Stephenville City Council took on tough questions. Here is a peak at Place 5 answers. Q: If you could choose to fund one project, what would it be? A: Decriminalize marijuana. You can't get the Q&A special online, so do
• Goin' to LJT's 23rd Texas Music Fest? There's an app for that!
• The Stephenville Empire-Tribune staff would like to wish a very HAPPY BIRTHDAY to Russ McDanel! Happy birthday friend! Show Rusty some love!
• Planning on downing a few cold ones at Melody Mountain Ranch during Larry Joe Taylor's Texas Music Festival & Chili Cook-off? If so, call Donnie Hill to arrange your safe ride! The shuttle will roll today & Thursday (noon-1 a.m.) and hit the
• Tarleton offers summer swim program
• You know you're hungry... So why not kill two birds with one stone - get lunch and help two non-profits in need? Stop by First Financial Bank for a community-wide hot dog luncheon to benefit the American Red Cross and Erath County Volunteer Fire Re
• Flames consume home in eastern Erath County
• See video footage of Monday's tornado the ripped through Erath County Monday only online at www.empiretribune.com
• Dublin bond election meetings begin Tuesday
• Former student teacher pleads guilty to sex with student
• Share your pictures of the powerful storm that swept across Erath County that produced large hail, high winds and two tornadoes according to the NWS. Post them on our wall and you may just see them in tomorrow's paper!
• The National Weather Service confirmed that two tornadoes touched down in Erath County this afternoon. Area residents captured photos of the twisters and Micah Moore hit the streets moments after the storm passed to talk to folks who live in the area whe
• The sheriff's department is also reporting that a tornado appears to be forming north on US Highway 377...These reports are coming from storm spotters on the ground...
• Storm spotters have also detected major rotation south of Bluff Dale...stay tuned.
• Storm spotters just spotted a tornado three to five miles east of Stephenville, according to the Erath County Sheriff's Department. A major rotation has been spotted near Cedar Point near FM 205.
• Northern Erath County is under a tornado warning until 2:45, according to the NWS.
• The National Weather Service just released a severe storm warning for parts of Erath County. The storm is expected to produce 50 mph winds, large hail and travel through Huckabay. The E-T will post more advisories as they are released...
• Staff Writer Amanda Kimble will report on two bull riders - one from Stephenville - who were injured at Spring Fling at Lone Star Arena Saturday. PBR fans stay tuned!
• Stephenville ISD officials have confirmed Eastland's Russ Mayes has been named the lone finalist for the head softball coaching position that will open up at SHS after Kasye Richmond leaves following the end of the Honeybees' first ever state p
• Godley head boys basketball coach Jonathan Normand has been named the lone finalist for the same position at Stephenville. He has taken nine teams to the playoffs in 10 seasons as a head coach.
• Debate continues over Dublin demolition of 1936 "old intermediate" building
• The clock to Larry Joe Taylor's Texas Music Fest is counting down. We want to know who you are most excited to see at the 23rd annual event. Leave your comments here!
• Just got word from SHS track coach Kevin Wilson that the Honeybees' regional-bound 4x400m relay team scorched the track for an impressive time of 3 minutes, 55.7 seconds at today's Jackie Bullion Relays in Glen Rose. Madison Hill opened with a
• Complete baseball and softball stories are now available online now!
• Jackets won 15-3, forcing a one-game playoff to break a second-place tie with Waco. The game will be at Waco's Veterans Field next Friday.
• Yellow Jackets now stinging Waco's Lions 9-3 through four innings.
• Jackets now lead Waco High 7-3 in the top of the fourth in an 8-4A baseball finale
• Bees win! Stephenville scored three times in the top of the seventh to break a tie and defeat Waco High 6-3 in Waco. Bees claim second seed in 8-4A and will play Joshua, the third-place finisher in 7-4A, in the bi-district round of the state playoffs. It
• Film, animation composer concert and lecture
• Honeybees are tied with Waco at 3-3 in the sixth inning of a District 8-4A seeding playoff game. The teams tied for second in the regular season.... In the regular season baseball finale between Stephenville and Waco, the Jackets didn't score in the
• Go Jackets, Go Bees! Stephenville's baseball and softball teams are at Waco tonight. The one-game 2nd/3rd seeding playoff between the Bees and Waco High begins at 5 p.m. The regular-season finale baseball game between the Jackets and Lions with a sh
• Congratulations to Stephenville High School senior soccer standout Lauren Foster, who committed to play for McMurry University in Abilene today. Foster blasted her way onto the high school scene with a playoff game-winning shootout goal as a freshman, an
• Hendershot Equipment donation benefits Rodeo Program
• Congratulations to Stephenville's all-district soccer players, especially seniors Micah Muir (boys defensive co-mvp), Kayla Gregory and Caitlyn Cline (both girls offensive co-mvp's). Also a special congrats to boys offensive newcomer of the yea
• Tarleton Sate just won its fourth straight and fifth overall title at the Lone Star Conference Golf Championship in San Antonio. The TexAnns ran away, winning by 29 strokes. Tarleton senior Carla Cooper, the top-ranked NCAA Division II golfer in the nati
• An Erath County grand jury has indicted nine individuals on a variety of felony offenses. See story in Thursday's edition of the E-T or online this evening.
• Stephenville residents Todd Bramlett and Gary Sult returned home Tuesday after running in the Boston Marathon Monday. Read all about their experience online now or in Thursday's edition of the Empire-Tribune.
• Tarleton baseball ripped St. Edward's 14-4 Tuesday night. The Texans have now won 30 games in a season for the first time in eight years.
• Bees win, Bees win! Stephenville softball continued its banner season by knocking off Waco High 7-4 on the road tonight. The Bees and Waco finish the regular season tied for second in District 8-4A and will have a one-game seeding playoff at 5 p.m. Thurs
• Yellow Jackets were no-hit again by Waco Midway tonight, falling 12-0. Good news is, Stephenville is still playoff-bound and can tie Waco for second with a road win at 6:30 p.m. Thursday.
• Your support is needed to help local firefighters
• Staff Writer Micah Moore is working on a story regarding a small Huckabay fire that is now contained and will also provide an update on the Possum Kingdom area fire. Stay tuned to www.empiretribune.com
• The hearing to determine if Nila Sechrist will be prosecuted as an adult has been delayed. Read the story inside Wednesday's Empire-Tribune or online NOW at www.empiretribune.com.
• One more sports note - how about Carla Cooper dominating day one of the LSC Golf Championship by going 3 under par! Cooper and the TexAnns are in first by eight strokes at Republic Golf Course in San Antonio. They are aiming for their fourth straight LSC
• Tarleton women's basketball team has added Division I transfer Peyton Adamson from Missouri-Kansas City. She is the younger sister of Tarleton all-american Shelby Adamson. Peyton, a 5-7 guard, was a 3-time all-state player at 5A Rockwall. She averag
• Stephenville Yellow Jackets home at 7 p.m. Tuesday against Waco Midway. Honeybee softball on the road at Waco High at 5 p.m. . . . Quad County District Track and Field Championships results for Henderson Junior High coming out in Tuesday paper!
• Keeping it REAL: class goes behind the scenes in Arlington
• 360 Ag Management, LLC chosen as Tarleton's Dairy Center operator
• 1,000-plus FFA members, teachers expected at Tarleton this Thursday
• Hey kids! Grab your Easter baskets and head to Optimist Jaycee Park at 6 p.m. Tuesday to take part in the city's annual Easter egg hunt. But don't be late! the hunt starts promptly at 6 and is over fast!
• A former Stephenville resident convicted of killing his mother in 2007 has reportedly killed himself in jail. See story online now or in Tuesday's edition of the Empire-Tribune.
• The community of Cado has also been evacuated. The fires are posing no threat to Stephenville or Erath County.
• Gov. Ricky Perry is asking for assistance from the federal government for help with Texas wildfires.
• Strawn evacuees are being directed to Gordon Elementary School or the church at 234 Fourth St. in Palo Pinto where Red Cross is set up.
• Staff Writer Micah Moore was at the Erath County Volunteer Fire Rescue Station as Fire Chief Kenneth Howell gives words of caution and warning to volunteer fireman who departed in a five-truck convoy to assist combating flames in Palo Pinto County. Crews
• Volunteer firefighters from Erath County, Stephenville, Lingleville, Oakdale and Selden have been dispatched to Palo Pinto County. Fire crews left just minutes ago for fire command station in Strawn. Managing Editor Sara Vanden Berge and Staff Writer Mic
• Volunteer firefighters from Erath County, Lingleville, Oakdale and Selden have been dispatched to Palo Pinto County. Fire crews left just minutes ago. Managing Editor Sara Vanden Berge and Staff Writer Micah Moore are working on the latest story, which w
• The Palo Pinto Sheriff's Office just confirmed a report that Strawn is now being evacuated.
• The E-T will continue monitoring the ongoing fire situation in Strawn and Palo Pinto County. Stay tuned to facebook for all the latest updates.
• Erath County is again under a red flag warning. Volunteers are being dispatched to help fight fires in Palo Pinto and will stage in Strawn.
• Local fire officials said things are calm in Erath County. Firefighters extinguished a small grassfire on Pigeon Road today, but things have otherwise remained quiet. For a complete update on the fire situation, see story online now or in Sunday's e
• Stephenville beat Killeen 2-1 in 8-4A baseball action Friday, securing a playoff berth for only the fourth time in school history. The Yellow Jackets reached the playoffs in 1949, 1981 and 2009.... In softball, the playoff bound Honeybees fell to distric
• Hico and Dublin have athletes bound for regionals in track and field after the District 6-2A meet this week. A full story will be online later today and will be published in the Sunday paper.
• Smoke and ash have disappeared from the skies in Erath County and residents woke up to sunshine and no wind. We will have a full story on the fires that swept over North Texas this afternoon online and in tomorrow's edition of the E-T.
• Stephenville Fire Chief Jimmy Chew called with new information. Three new fires are merging into the one in Strawn. The Texas Forest Service and other firefighters are taking a stand against it now.
• There are conflicting reports about the status of the North Texas wildfires. We just got official word from Stephenville Fire Chief Jimmy Chew, who said the the chance of the Possum Kingdom fire reaching Stephenville "are remote."
• According to the Texas Forest Service, Strawn, Gormon and Mingus are currently being evacuated due to a growing blazes.
• The E-T will monitor the threat of fires throughout the night. We will provide updates if or when a wildfires enter Erath County.
• Fallen Eastland Firefighter Greg Simmons, 51. RIP
• An Eastland firefighter was pronounced dead at the scene of a blaze today. Read the release from city officials online at www.empiretribune.com. RIP Gregory M. Simmons, 51.
• Details on fires threatening Gorman and Possum Kingdom as well as Stephens and Palo Pinto counties
• Thanks to Erath County firefighters, sounds like they have the various fires across the county under control. Mountain Lakes clear and Pigeon Road clear as well. Naturally, trucks are remaining on scene as necessary due to high winds and dry vegetation.
• Dr. Stuart Chilton has just reported a power outage at 2:08 p.m. In reporting the problem, Dr. Chilton was told the issue would not be resolved until 5 p.m. Amanda Kimble is working to learn more.
• according to the Texas Forest Service has responded to 78 fires burning 460,850 acres in the last seven days.
• The fire situation is serious business friends. Erath County firefighters are spreading out across the county and beyond. Gorman school has been evacuated according to reports piping across the scanner at 1:40 p.m. Firefighters just left a 281 fire and a
• There are lots of great events coming up this weekend! The Upland Bird Extravaganza is tonight at City Limits, a fish fry will be held from 5-7 p.m. tonight at Newman Hall and festivities for the Cowboy Culture Celebration begins tonight in Dublin! Have
• The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for Erath County today! Be careful out there and remember we are still under a burn ban!
• 'Pack the park night' at Stephenville baseball tonight. The Yellow Jackets host Killeen with JV playing at 4:30 p.m. and the varsity at 7 p.m. A Stephenville wins mean playoff time for the Jackets! Fans will be admitted free of charge if they d
• Tarleton State is holding its spring football game at 7 p.m. Saturday at Memorial Stadium. Sports Editor Brad Keith is serving as an honorary coach for one of the teams. Don't forget the barbecue dinner beforehand with all proceeds going to TSU foot
• Its your last chance to get a taste that famous KoC fried fish from 5-7 p.m. at Newman Hall - 171 W. Washington Street. The meal includes all you can eat fish, cole slaw, corn, hush puppies, french fries and dessert. Price is $8 for children under 12 &am
• Learn how these beauty queens raised money for Relay for Life by reading Sunday's E-T. Speaking of Relay, don't forget to stop by the Chicken House Flea Market on Saturday - Relay teams will host a garage and rummage sale beginning at 8 a.m.
• An outdoors class recently received a grant for $30k from the Texas Department of Parks and Wildlife. Check out how the money will be spent and how it will benefit area students. Story online now or in Friday's edition of the E-T.
• Stephenville Fire Chief Jimmy Chew has been called by the Texas Forest Service three times in recent weeks to help manage wildfires across Texas. He expects to be called back Friday. Read about his experience online now or in Friday's edition of the
• Check out SinnerPeace Pictures to catch a trailer for a film produced right here in Stephenville that will hit the big screen on Sunday. Read the Empire-Tribune Friday to get the scoop on the film and its cast and crew as well as this weekend's Fort
• The Oxford House made a loop around Stephenville cruising past the Empire-Tribune Offices on the East South Loop. The Painted Lady is still in motion traveling on U.S. Highway 281 and onward to its final resting place at the Stephenville Museum grounds o
• The Oxford House move is in its final stages. But the move has been detoured. Rather than traveling Graham to East Washington, the Painted Lady will travel US Highway 377 to US Highway 281. Get up, take in a breath of fresh air and witness history in mot
• Hico senior standout Cassi Stegall surrounded with family and coaches as she signs to play for Angelo State.
• One more note from the District 8-4A track and field meet at Panther Stadium at Waco Midway - what a finish by the Bees, dusting the field for the team's eighth event title in the 4x400m relay, regarded by many as the most exciting event in the spor
• Stephenville's boys set school records in both the 4x100m and 4x200m relays! Both won district titles and are headed to regionals along with several other Yellow Jackets and Honeybees. The 4A Region I meet is May 2-3 at Abilene Christian University.
• Earlier on Facebook, it was reported Sheridan Stokes finished second in the 100m hurdles. She actually finished first, holding off a regional record setter from Killeen. Stokes won four events - 100m hurdles, 300m hurdles, long jump and triple jump - and
• Tarleton cadets receive Yantis ROTC Scholarship
• D.J. Vanden Berge winning the shot put with a personal best throw of 47 feet, 4 inches
• Sheridan Stokes won the 300m hurdles, her third gold medal to go with a silver. She also ran on the Honeybees' 4x100m relay that placed fourth. The sophomore is finished for the event, amassing 40 individual points.
• Jordan Jones winning the 100m
• Stephenville residents Gary Sult and Todd Bramlett are heading to Massachusetts to run in the Boston Marathon Monday. Story is online now and will be in Thursday's edition of the E-T.
• Yellow Jackets just won 4x200m relay, and Honeybees finished second! Also Sheridan Stokes finished second in the 100m hurdles. The 400m and 300m hurdles are coming up next at the 8-4A championships.
• The Stephenville Yellow Jackets are district champs in the 4x100m relay! Also, just in, Jordan Jones has been crowned as the fastest man in 8-4A, winning the varsity boys 100m dash. Plenty more action to come from Waco Midway.
• Stephenville High School senior DJ Vanden Berge won the district 8-4A boys shot put title with a personal record 47 feet, 4 inches on his final throw. Nic Perez, also a senior, placed third and both are heading to regionals! Way to go Yellow Jackets!!!
• Got Relay for Life fundraising events? Don't forget to send your information to news@empiretribune.com by noon on Thursday to have your efforts included in Friday's edition of the E-T.
• More photos of Tuesday's send-off ceremony, saluting the men and women from the Stephenville National Guard Armory who are preparing to deploy in support of Operation Enduring Freedom Afghanistan, have been uploaded to the My Capture website.. click
• More updates from the District 8-4A track and field meet: Nic Perez dominated the discus with a career-best throw of 166 feet. Second-place teammate Padyn Giebler is also regional bound at 139. Sheridan Stokes won the long jump at 17-2, while fellow soph
• Chicken House Flea Market, which would typically be closed this weekend, will open its gates Saturday at 8 a.m. for a Relay for Life fundraiser. You help! Donate items by calling any Relay team captain or Nancy Whitworth at 254-413-1777 and shop Saturday
• So far at the District 8-4A track and field meet Stephenville senior Becca Emmons and junior Becca Hall have won district championships in the discus and high jump, respectively. Sophomores Dani Huckabee (discus) and Kristin Kaiser (high jump) will join
• See all of the pictures taken at the Community Send-Off this morning at the downtown square and the streets of Stephenville as the soldiers embark on the tour of duty in Afghanistan. You can also buy some of your own in many sizes and on almost anything
• What are ya'll waiting for. Better act fast before you miss out on the best festival in the region (and maybe the Lone Star State!)
• Chief Warrant Officer Andrew Piri, who recently moved to Early, embraced his family on the Erath Courthouse square Tuesday. Officer Piri said farewell to his three sons - Allan, 12, Colton, 10, and Jonathan, 3, and his wife, Laura, and infant daughter, M
• Erath residents just united for a first-class sendoff, saluting reservists from the Stephenville Armory National Guard. The troops are about to embark on a one-year deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom Afghanistan. For more photos - like t
• Erath residents just united for a first-class sendoff, saluting reservists from the Stephenville Armory National Guard. The troops are about to embark on a one-year deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom Afghanistan. For more photos - like t
• Amanda Baze Hall crowned Ms. Wheelchair Texas
• The community will gather at the Erath County courthouse at 8:15 a.m. Tuesday for a Texas-sized sendoff for local reservists deploying to Afghanistan. Don't miss the opportunity to support our troops during this special event!
• The deadline to submit Bluebonnet pictures is noon Wednesday. Submissions could be included on Sunday's Lifestyles cover. Send photos and picture information to news@empiretribune.com.
• Find out how Amanda Baze Hall did Saturday in Houston, when the Stephenville woman competed for Ms. Wheelchair Texas 2011. Read it now at www.empiretribune.com
• Students at Gilbert Intermediate wore pajamas to school - all in an effort to help a classmate who will have brain surgery Wednesday. A photo and story is online now or check it out in Tuesday's edition of the E-T.
• Storms ripped through North Texas and Erath County Sunday night and into Monday morning, leaving thousands of homes without power. A tree was stripped bare, its bark scattered across a front yard on Byron Street in Stephenville after it was struck by lig
• Tarleton graduate speaks on dinosaur tracks
• A trio of Stephenville seniors are preparing to shine as the District 8-4A track and field meet draws close. D.J. Vanden Berge, Nick Perez and Becca Emmons are three of the area's top throwers and will compete in Tuesday's district meet at Pant
• Junior pitcher Katelyn Conlee is on fire and so are the Honeybees. Everyone come out to City Park at 5 p.m. Monday to watch as the Bees fight to clinch a playoff spot for the first time in school history.
• The Texas Forest Service issued a warning Saturday stating that wildfire weather conditions Sunday could be the worst in Texas history. Remember the county-wide burn ban is still in effect. Be careful and be smart out there.
• Chef Darlene was heating things up at Lone Star Arena earlier. There is more to come, don't miss the action at the Cross Timbers Home & Garden Show still going on now at Lone Star Arena. Or Sunday beginning at 11 a.m.
• Travis Bickham has been a tumbleweed most of her adult life but now calls Dublin home. Read the tale of how she left corporate America and now promotes western living through the Cowboy Culture Celebration. Find it online now or on the cover of the Lifes
• Don't forget until 1 p.m. the employees of the city of Stephenville are cooking up lunch. Don't miss the Relay for Life cookout downtown NOW!
• Who's cookin' tonight? Not us! We're headin' to Newman Hall for some KoC all-you-can-eat fish 5-7 p.m. Meet us there to get your fill of fish, coleslaw, corn, hush puppies, french fries, tea & dessert. $8 for children under 12 &am
• Let tax-free shoppin' season begin! A true sign it's Spring - Garage sales are poppin' up across Erath. Pick up today's E-T to get a list of local sales and don't forget the Dublin Senior Center is holdin' a rummage sale fro
• Home & Garden Show hosted by the Stephenville Chamber of Commerce Sat. and Sun. at Lone Star Arena! For more, pick up today's E-T for a schedule & articles on some springtastic tips for sprucin' up your pad. Take the kiddos, too - bounc
• This month, the E-T is highlighting the spirit of volunteerism. Find out which worthy Erath County volunteer we will feature this week. Watch for the story online today and in Friday's edition of the E-T.
• Erath County teams are busy raising money for Relay For Life. Check out all the new fundraisers and ways you can help online now or in Friday's edition of the E-T.
• Skip making dinner tonight and head to Fiddle Creek Steakhouse, where 10 percent of sales will be donated to Project Graduation. The event begins at 4 p.m. and last until closing!
• Stephenville residents are asked to conserve water and be mindful of ongoing drought conditions. For full story, visit www.empiretribune.com or see Thursday's edition of the E-T.
• A longtime coach at Stephenville High School announced his retirement today. Find out who SHS is losing online now or in Thursday's edition of the Empire-Tribune.
• Here is a sneak peek at this week's Pets of the Week, brought to you by the Stephenville Empire-Tribune and Erath County Humane Society. This prrrrty kitty wants to adopt you today! For more information, contact ECHS at 965-3247 or stop by the shelt
• Are you an Erath Co pet owner who is struggling to make ends meet? Never fear, Cross Timbers Animal Guardian Society (CTAGS) has been gifted grant money that could help you get your pet spayed or neutered at no cost to you. Read about the group's la
• Huckabay community member Levi Lewis - husband to Kasha and father to Kaden and Braelynn - has lost his battle with cancer. Please pray for his young family. Levi was an employee of Walco International, and Kasha is a teacher at Huckabay ISD who the Huck
• A study released by The Institute for Economics and Peace - "U.S. Peace Index" - says only 5 states are less peaceful than the Lone Star. The study is reportedly the first ranking the 50 states based on their relative levels of peace. Can you g
• Tarleton to honor fallen Texans at Silver Taps ceremony
• Erath County fire officials are warning residents that the area is under a high fire danger through Sunday. A burn ban warning remains in effect. Story is online now and in Wednesday's edition of the E-T.
• The FBI has arrested a DeLeon man for possession of child pornography. Staff Writer Amanda Kimble brings you the story online now or in Wednesday's edition of the E-T!
• CASA is hosting an event at 6 p.m. tonight at the Erath County Courthouse to remember victims of child abuse and neglect. Come out and support this terrific volunteer organization and remember Erath County's youngest victims.
• The annual Antique Tractor Show and Pull will roar into Stephenville Saturday. Don't miss all the action at City Park beginning at 9. Admission is free.
• An all-star cast of Huckabay students brought home numerous awards at a recent competition for their perform of "Pandemonium." Check out the story online now or in Wednesday's edition of the E-T!
• In observance of National Volunteer Month, don't forget to stop by Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenville and show support to a troop of volunteers who work to make your hospital stay more comfortable - the Hospital Auxiliary. The auxil
• Where can you get the best plate of Mexican food in Erath County? And who is the best hair stylist? The Best of Erath 2011 is currently underway and you can voice your opinions by submitting an official ballot. Nomination forms are inside today's ne
• Tarleton alumni, AgriLife researchers receive awards for excellence
• TSU Alpha Chi Honor Society members present papers at national convention
• The winds are dying down outside and forecasters predict a much nicer Tuesday! Enjoy your evening!
• A barbecue dinner and auction will be held for Hico resident Bob Schouten Saturday evening at Hico Junior High. Bob is battling prostate cancer. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
• The public is invited to join CASA at 6 p.m. Tuesday on the courthouse square for a ceremony remembering abused children who passed away in 2010. Take a stand against child abuse and learn more about local statistics online now or in Tuesday's editi
• Searching for a tasty recipe for dinner tonight? Why not try California Chicken Pasta Salad? You can find it and other recipes at You may also find the Texas AgriLife Research and Extension Center and tonight's recipe on facebook at
• April is National Volunteer Month! Show your support to volunteers with the Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Auxiliary by attending the "Books are Fun" book and gift sale from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday in the hospital's Belknap Lobby
• Calling all Bluebonnet photos! The E-T wants photos of readers plopped in a field of Bluebonnets! The photos will be included in the Sunday, April 17, edition of the E-T. Send pics to news@empiretribune.com!
• The Stephenville City Council will meet at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at City Hall. To learn more about the decisions the council is making on your behalf, show up and learn what issues they're considering,
• Don't forget to check out the Earth Day Exhibit at the Cross Timbers Fine Art's Council's River North Gallery! See you at the reception on Thursday!
• Spring has Sprung and the Stephenville Chamber of Commerce will welcome the season this weekend. Don't miss the Cross Timbers Home & Garden Show!
• Got Relay for Life fundraisers? Don't forget to send fundraiser information to news@empiretribune.com by Thursday to have your event included in Friday's edition of the E-T.
• Per Erath County Volunteer Fire Rescue! Be safe ya'll it's flippin' windy!
• Also on Saturday, stop by Faith Lutheran Church for the church-wide garage sale. The sale starts at 8 a.m. The church is located at 3000 Northwest Loop in Stephenville. See you there!
• In the morning when you rise, head over to the Stephenville Museum for the Native & Heirloom Plant Fair! Vendors will offer native and adapted plants, herbs, vegetables, arts & crafts and more. There will also be informative speakers and concessi
• What's for dinner tonight? It's all-you-can-eat fish Friday! 5-7 p.m. The meal will consist of fish, cole slaw, corn, hush puppies, French fries, tea, & dessert. Price is $8 for children under 12 & senior citizens or $10 for everyone el
• Scarborough Renaissance Festival will be alive in Waxahachie weekends, April 9 - May 30 as well as Memorial Monday. Staff Writer Amanda Kimble wants to know if any local folks will don their renaissance wear and head out to the fair. She is especially in
• For parents and players in Stephenville Soccer Association, the spring fundraiser deadline is hours away. Fundraisers allow SSA to maintain low registration fees and facility upgrades. Parents are asked to turn in forms on Saturday. Include your child�
• Wanna donate to Relay For Life? Erath County teams are hosting a slew of fundraisers in the coming weeks. Check out the story online now or in Friday's 12-page edition of the Empire-Tribune.
• One former local businessman pleaded guilty to bilking more than $260,000 from a local bank. Read the story online now or in tomorrow's edition of the E-T.
• No fooling, National Volunteer Month kicks off tomorrow, and Staff Writer Amanda Kimble is working on feature on one cool cat who volunteers weekly to assist his comrade veterans.. read about George Bolt in Friday's edition.
• A HUGE undertaking is underway at Memorial Stadium. "Fill the Field" is calling on YOU to donate supplies to assist your neighbors and non-profits. From bottled water and canned goods to baby care products and gently used clothing, your donatio
• Tarleton faculty and students will hit the streets Saturday to participate in Tarleton Round-Up, an event aimed at helping the elderly and others who need assistance with household chores.
• County officials are reminding the public that Erath County is still under a burn ban. Weather conditions on Sunday are expected to be ripe for fire danger with highs nearing 90 degrees and low humidity levels. Be careful out there.
• Tickets to the Hico Steak Cookoff are on sale now! But you better hurry, because they are expected to sell out again this year! For more information, see story online now or in tomorrow's edition of the E-T.
• Staff Writers Amanda Kimble and Micah Moore are working on a series for the Empire-Tribune and seeking worthy subjects for features on some of Erath County's unsung heroes who give their all through volunteer work. The stories will run every Friday
• Erath County Veterans, Inc. is seeking a vehicle donation to serve as transportation to and from work for a veteran in need. To donate your automobile, contact ECV Chairman Walter G. Spang at 254-965-5595 or 592-5769 immediately. You may also email the o
• Pink Flamingos in Erath County? Read why the front lawn of the USTRC office is painted pink Online and On Time at www.empiretribune.com or in Wednesday's edition.
• If you would like to assist in the humanitarian aid effort to Fill the Field at Tarleton, you can drop your donations by Stephenville City Hall by 8 a.m. on Thursday. Canned goods, non-perishable foods, toiletries, baby care prducts, bottled water, gentl
• Teams participating in Erath County Relay For Life on May 20 at Stephenville City Park are invited to submit fundraising information to news@empiretribune.com. A list of area fundraisers will be published in the E-T every Friday.
• Wednesday is Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day. Read about the unpleasant welcome one Erath County commissioner received when he returned home after serving in the Vietnam War. Story is online now and in tomorrow's edition of the E-T.
• Good morning E-T readers! It's a wet one out there! Drive safely and enjoy the much needed moisture.
• The Foster's Home for Children becomes the beneficiary of an unlikely gift. Check out the story online now or in Tuesday's edition of the Empire-Tribune.
• Ahhh... the sunshine is back! We miss the spring weather.
• Forget brown bagging it tomorrow! The United Methodist Women have lunch covered. Head to the First United Methodist Church Stephenville from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and enjoy a delicious baked potato luncheon. Proceeds are used to purchase school supplies.
• The annual Heirloom and Native Plant Fair will be held from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday at the Stephenville Museum! The weather is supposed to be great and it's going to be a fantastic day you won't want to miss. Full story in tomorrow's E-T an
• It's official! The Paw Ball raised more than $23,000 Saturday for the Erath County Humane Society. For photos and the full story, see tomorrow's edition of the E-T or online now at www.empiretribune.com!
• Hey, E-T readers! The official start of the "Best of Erath" campaign kicks off tomorrow! Pick up an edition of the Empire-Tribune to get your ballot inside.
• Take the whole family out to the ball game! You are invited to take part in a weekly event that offers miles of smiles and a chance for special needs children to team up for a good time. The All Star League will take to Faith Field at Faith Lutheran Chur
• Happy Monday all! make it a great week!
• Amara - Staff Writer Amanda KImble's six-year-old daughter - is STOKED about the Paw Ball and expects to see ALL of you there! Your ticket fee will help renovate the Erath County Humane Society! Dinner, Auction and Pet Parade. Can you guess which ha
• Tales, Trails and Traditions is in!! and E-T Publisher Rochelle Stidham and Administrative Assistant Sandy Pack couldn't wait to pick up their copy to read about the lost legends, timeless tales, funny stories and historic traditions that have made
• The Lewis family - Levi, Kasha, Kaden and Braelynn - is a happy one, faced with tough times and a rare diagnosis. The Huckabay community has rallied around the young couple and their children to help spread hope and combat growing medical bills. Don'
• Alright Erath, its time to help our neighbors in need. The Levi Lewis family - young parents with young children - has been dealt a blow. Levi has a rare cancer. A benefit concert & cookout will be held today at the Huckabay Tabernacle. Hamburgers &a
• The Knights of Columbus will host their annual Lenten Fish Fry today from 5-7 p.m. at Newman Hall. The all-you-can-eat meal includes fish, coleslaw, corn, hushpuppies, French fries, tea and dessert. Prices are $8 for seniors and children under 12 and $10
• For all you history buffs and true-blooded Americans, Amanda Kimble has just wrapped up a story you won't want to miss. In observance of National Medal of Honor Day - Friday - the E-T is saluting two men. Stephenville native Finnis Dawson McCleery a
• The United Methodist Women will host the annual baked potato luncheon from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Tuesday at the First United Methodist Church. Proceeds will be used to purchase school supplies. For more details, read the story online at www.empiretribune.com or
• Staff Writer Micah Moore - and a slew of rescue personnel - are on the scene of a one-vehicle accident, one mile north of Bluff Dale on US Highway 377. A local cement truck rolled. Traffic is moving but it will take a while to clean up the mess. The driv
• Remember Erath: thousands of students have converged on the Cowboy Capital and Tarleton State University. Read about the anticipated record-breaking crowd in today's edition of the E-T or online at empiretribune.com. "Tarleton breaks FFA record
• Hey Sparky... Please be mindful of today's warnings from the National Weather Service. According to Erath County Volunteer Fire Rescue, NWS is predicting Extreme Fire Danger today for Erath. Winds are going to be up and humidity will be extremely lo
• mmmmm chimichanga... This week’s recipe is “Baked Beef Chimichangas” You can find the recipe at you can also find a new series of fruit and vegetable recipes
• Look who's begging to join your family! Don't miss the Erath County Humane Society's Pets of the Week still to come this week in the E-T!
• Following a tip from a concerned citizen, Staff Writer Amanda Kimble has the low-down on a Dublin council candidate who readily admitted to his troubled past. Read it in Thursday's edition of the E-T or online at empiretribune.com
• More to come from Staff Writer Micah Moore who is on his way back from a Dublin structure fire. Stay tuned to www.empiretribune.com.
• Reports indicate that two structures are on fire in Dublin. Staff Writer Micah Moore is on his way to the scene, where thick, black smoke can be seen billowing into the sky.
• Finally, the wind has stopped and all that's left is a beautiful blue sky and warm temperatures. Enjoy the day! The work week is half-way over!
• A community-wide sendoff for reservists with the Stephenville National Guard deploying to Afghanistan will be held on the downtown square on Tuesday, April 12. The Chamber of Commerce is still working out the details. Stay tuned...
• After a long afternoon of testimony and discussion, HB 750 (allowing the concealed carry on campus) has been passed out of the Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee and will proceed to the House floor for a full house vote later this session.
• It's that time of year when severe weather rocks Texas. Find out how you can protect against dangerous weather during a free program open to the public on Wed., March 30. Check out the story in Wednesday's edition of the E-T.
• Dasa and Morgan Gain landed safely in California Monday. The mother/daughter duo are there to undergo an experimental treatment for Alpers' Disease. Sara Vanden Berge will speak with Dasa today to find out how things are going. Keep your fingers cro
• Tarleton State University Hosts Environmental Resource Contest
• Keep your fingers crossed. The skies are cloudy, but weather watchers are predicting only a slight chance of much-needed rain!
• Find out who took the E-T along with them while they toured Washington D.C. last week. Picture is in Tuesday's edition and online now.
• Hey senior citizen's, don't miss the Mature Living page in Tuesday's edition of the E-T where you can find all the latest happenings at the senior center and beyond!
• One local veteran is reaching out to help his struggling peers, and hopes to one day witness the opening of a facility that caters to veterans' needs. The story is in Tuesday's edition and online now.
• Dublin residents are circulating a petition to stop the demolition of one of the city's oldest buildings. Read all about it in Tuesday's edition of the Empire-Tribune or online at www.empiretribune.com.
• Only 16 more fans to 800... show some love and suggest the E-T facebook page to your friends in and around Erath County or those with roots in the area. Please - and thank you - with a smile.
• I would like to second Micah Moore.. "This has been a great week!" at the Stephenville Empire Tribune! And for those who don't know him, Micah is a pleasure!
• Reagyn Hattox-Hoag, 6, a Girl Scout Daisy, was one of several Erath County Girl Scouts who turned out to deliver cookies to Erath County Meals on Wheels clients on Friday.
• St. Patty's in Dublin! Tonight from 5-10, head to Dublin City Park for carnival fun. Saturday also offers events through the day - the fun will kick off at 10 a.m. as a parade takes to the streets. Highland Games will follow at City Park. More enter
• The rodeo is riding back into Dublin, Texas! Hats off to the Dublin Western Heritage Association for all of their hard work! Don't miss the St. Patrick's Shootout (and a chance to see the renovated arena) on Saturday at 7 p.m. at Dublin City Pa
• Staff Writer Micah Moore is geared up for St. Patrick's Day! He looks forward to seeing you today in Dublin as the St. Patrick's Day Festival kicks off in Celebration Park!
• Tarleton professor featured in DFW TV news broadcast after saving neighbor
• Here is your sneak peek at the Erath County Human Society's Pets of the Week... Can you say puppies!?
• Dublin mayor draws challenger
• New resident warns of potential scam
• And don't forget to check out Veldhuizen Cheese as you are making your way to the Irish Capitol of Texas. Stay tuned with the homegrown business and check for tour times on the Veldhuizen Cheese facebook page - like it today!
• Looking for something local to share with your kiddos over Spring Break? Here is a homegrown ideas you might enjoy. While St. Patty's Day festivities will kick off in Dublin on Thursday, you can get a taste of the Irish Capital of Texas prior to the
• Here she is making her way to her new home... The Oxford House move is rolling on Stephenville Streets - Graham and East Washington.
• E-T Staffer Micah Moore is about to go and watch the Oxford House make the move down Washington St. to its' new home at the Stephenville Museum grounds! be sure to catch the photos online later today and in the Wednesday Edition of the E-T
• First time in Empire-Tribune history, TMZ gave us a ring.
• Singer-songwriter Jewel involved in collision
• The countdown to Spring Break is on... don't forget your kiddos are exiting the halls of education early today!
• Attention Stephenville and Dublin school board hopefuls: WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Your time is running out to file for a spot on the May 14 ballot. You will only have three hours on Monday to file. Find out when and where to go in Sunday's edition
• Amara Rane Kimble,6, and her fellow students at Central Elementary donned their favorite hats today to say "Hats off to Kidneys." SISD administrators encouraged students to bring $1 to support SISD student Maddie McLemore in her effort to bring
• For the second time this week, the National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for Erath County. The fire danger is expected to be high Friday and residents are encouraged to avoid activities like outdoor grilling or welding that could spark a
• Looking for something to do this weekend? Then check out our Weekender Page in Friday's edition of the E-T!
• The Tarleton Rodeo team rocked it last weekend during their first rodeo of the spring! Check it out online at www.empiretribune.com or in Friday's edition of the E-T!
• Hey friends! Don't forget to set your clocks ahead before you go to bed Saturday night! Daylight Saving Time begins at 2 a.m. Sunday! And while you're at it, change the batteries on your smoke detectors!
• Did you give something up for lent? Let us know in the E-T Web Poll at www.empiretribune.com and tell us what you gave up right here!
• Looking for something for your kiddos to do during spring break? We've got all the info on a couple of local camps. Check out the story online or in Thursday's edition of the E-T.
• Staff Writer Amanda Kimble's mom, Yvonne Jenkins, just stopped by the E-T office to share some inspiration from the First Christian Church newsletter.. "If you woke up this morning with more health than illness... you are more blessed than the
• Here is your sneak peek at Erath County Humane Society's four-legged friends of the week. ECHS is located on East Road in Stephenville, across thee street from Erath County Volunteer Fire Rescue. You can reach the caring staff at 254-965-3247. And d
• Hey all you Stephenville ISD parents: Don't forget to allow your kiddos to don their hats Friday for a fund raising event - "Hats Off For Kidneys." Students will be allowed to wear their favorite hat or cap all day on Friday as long as th
• Yet another reason E-T staffer Morgan Downs is glad she left her native Vermont to become a Texas transplant.... Can you say Brrrrrrrr?
• Dublin High School have awarded class favorites. Check out the story in Wednesday's edition of the E-T.
• Are you traveling for spring break? If so, don't forget to bring along a copy of the E-T. Take your picture with it and send it to us. We will run it in our print edition and online at www.empiretribune.com.
• Weather watchers say a storm is coming. But sunny skies are lingering over Erath County. Is it storming in your neighborhood? Let us know...
• The Stephenville Senior Citizens Center is hosting an event to raise money to repair the dance floor. Check out the story online now or in Wednesday's edition of the E-T.
• Find out who is running for school board and which candidates will face off in the May 14 election. The story is online now and will be published in Wednesday's edition of the E-T.
• Police are searching for a man who attempted to assault a Tarleton State University student early Monday morning. Read the story online at www.empiretribune.com or pick up Tuesday's edition of the E-T.
• Don't miss Tuesday's edition of the E-T, which will include the weekly Mature Living page and all the local happenings for area senior citizens as well as the the debut of one of our new community columnists.
• A little birdy told us the school board might soon have a couple of new filings. Find out who is expected to step up to the plate in Tuesday's edition of the E-T.
• If you missed the Kiwanis Club's annual pancake supper, don't fret. We've got photos from the annual event including a shot of Dwain Bruner showing off his pancake-flipping skills. Check it out on our website or in Tuesday's edition o
• Don't bother cooking dinner Friday, the Knights of Columbus has it covered. The group will host its annual Lenten Fish Fry from 5-7 p.m. Friday at Newman Hall. Tickets are $10 per person and $8 for senior citizens and children 12 and under.
• Fire dangers expected to be highest of the season Tuesday. Residents are encouraged to postpone all outdoor activity that could produce sparks and cause a fire. Remember the burn ban is in effect and individuals who spark a fire (even accidentally) will
• Thanks to donors and attendees, three fund raising events this weekend broke records. The best part - the funds won't be shipped off to benefactors beyond Erath's borders as they stay at home to benefit area causes. Congratulations to the Cross
• The countdown is on as Stephenville Museum prepares the Oxford House to make the journey down Washington Street. She is quite a mess now, can't wait to see them put the puzzle back to together soon!
• The Stings are headed to San Antonio for the American Dance/Drill Team Contest Saturday. You can check out Stephenville High School's award-winning dance team in action, live on
• Tarleton piano majors perform on tour
• Tarleton grad students display prowess at Sports Medicine meeting
• Here is a sneak peek of the Erath County Humane Society's four-legged friends of the week.... can you say awwwwww?
• Not very darn supreme in their ruling...
• "Texas is a state of mind. Texas is an obsession. Above all, Texas is a nation in every sense of the word." - Author John Steinbeck
• In honor of Texas Independence Day.. take time to stop and salute the Lone Star Flag and recite the Texas Pledge: "Honor the Texas flag; I pledge allegiance to thee, Texas, one state under God, one and indivisible."
• What do you get when you mix high winds, low moisture and a little flame? A FIRE! Slow down Sparky, a BURN BAN remains in effect for Erath County and a large number of Texas Counties.
• UPDATE... Martha Agnes Bursby has been located safe and sound. Stay to the Empire-Tribune for a complete story.
• On Monday, the Stephenville Police Department received a call in reference to a missing person in the 400 blk of West Elm. Local resident Martha Agnes Bursby was reported missing when she failed to report for work. Bursby is 66 year old female, 5’5
• Staff Writer Micah Moore has researched the 90 year history of Tarleton State University's Purple Poo, the oldest spirit organization in the state. What are your fond memories or close encounters with the Ten Tarleton Peppers and Ten Tarleton Sister
• Ayyyy yeee!
• Jail expansion on hold after glitch in architectural design
• With Old Man Winter still holding on, Texas AgriLife is sharing a quick and healthy recipe to incorporate into this week's menu. Simply log on to the Agrilife website, to see a quick video demonstration of Hearty Chicken Soup. And don't forget
• On Sunday, the Hardin Simmons University Orchestra, presented by the Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council, will perform at First Baptist Church in Stephenville at 6 p.m. For more on the arts council, visit www.ctfac.com. And don't forget to check the web
• If you have not yet seen the exhibit featuring the works of Paul Scott Malone, currently on display at the Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council, you better act fast. You can catch it today until 5 p.m. or swing by for the final showing on Saturday from 9 a.m.
• The Literary Lion will host a book release and signing party on Saturday from 1 - 3 p.m. for a new pictorial history book compiled by Dr. Rick Sherrod. Entitled "Stephenville," the book paints a picture of the city's history and the people
• Career Services @ Tarleton fosters 'hire' education with spring job fair. If you are job-seeking in Erath County, this event is just for you!
• Councilman Alan Nash has drawn an opponent for Place 5 in the city council race. Meet 18-year-old Colby Lloyd and find out why he is dissatisfied with city governance.
• Learn all about the 'enzyme paradigm' that is growing in popularity in Erath County
• Dublin ISD is connected around the world. Read Staff Writer Micah Moore's story of how Dublin students are becoming global learners (and teachers) using Skype.
• Staff Writer Amanda Kimble has an thing for Will Rogers quotes. With that said, she is going to share some with you.. Today's Will Rogers quote of the day: “If you want to be successful, it's just this simple. Know what you are doing. Lo
• Yee Haw Ya'll! Larry Joe Taylor Texas Music Fest is on the horizon!
• Want to know how you can help Maddie McLemore further her mission? Find out what this 10-year-old Stephenville girl is working for and how you can help in Thursday's edition of the E-T.
• Holy flapjacks Batman! A tasty annual event hosted by the Stephenville Kiwanis Club is just a little more than a week away! We will have the details in Thursday's edition of the Empire-Tribune.
• E-T Poll of the day: Whether it was a joy ride down the drag, a wild night out with fellow college students or a mishap with your driver's license renewal, the E-T wants to know if you have a mug shot on file with the Erath County Jail. No need to s
• Will Lions' pride add up to new facilities within Dublin ISD? Find out more on the upcoming bond election in Wednesday's print edition or read it in mere minutes at www.empiretribune.com.
• And don't forget to check out the list of almost two dozen SISD staffers who recently announced their intentions to resign at the end of the current school year. The story is Online and On Time now -www.empiretribune.com
• Two assistants principals within the SISD are climbing the employment ladder! Read about the recent promotions of Kelly Magin and Renee Goodwin in Wednesday's print edition of the Empire-Tribune or Online and On Time NOW at www.empiretribune.com.
• See what you missed as the second floor of the Oxford House was separated from the first story and carefully set down in the driveway. Online and on time right now at www.empiretribune.com. Stephenville Museum has worked hard for this day to finally come
• The countdown to the 14th Annual Zonta Club Penny & Silent Auction is on! Individuals and businesses wanting to share the love by donating items to the March 5 event are being encouraged to contact event co-chair Yvonne Jenkins at 977-2817. Another g
• The Oxford move is still progressing..
• A crowd has gathered on Graham Street to send the Oxford House off in style as it leaves its current location and heads toward a safe haven at the Stephenville Museum. MICAH MOORE photo
• Staff Writer Micah Moore has big news from last night's meeting of the Dublin ISD board of trustees. Meanwhile Staff Writer Amanda Kimble is busy at work, sorting through a stack of news from the monthly meeting of the Stephenville ISD board. Stay t
• A painted lady is sure to turn heads as she makes her way through downtown Stephenville today. The historic Oxford House will soon be on the way to its new home! Congratulations and thumbs up to the Stephenville Museum and all who rallied to save a a gra
• A Stephenville man received an honor more than four decades in the making on Sunday. Find more about Sunday's surprise Purple Heart ceremony for Sgt. David Adcock and join the Empire-Tribune is his saluting military career. For the full story, tune
• WANTED - Stephenville Police are asking for your assistance in locating Joshua Allen Daniel, 22. A felony warrant for his arrest - for engaging in organized criminal activity - has been issued. Tipsters are being encouraged to call Stephenville PD at 918
• Thanks to all of you - 700 fans and counting! Spread the love - tell your friends to "like" the Stephenville Empire-Tribune facebook page today!
• Also in the 'Ville on Saturday: Cross Timbers Animal Guardian Society (CTAGS) and Huts for Mutts will host a pet adoption event in Stephenville at the Elk's Lodge (behind Bruner Chevrolet) from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. All pets are spayed or neutered,
• Saturday in the 'Ville" -- the SHS Stingerette dance team is jumping at the chance to serve you.. the Stings will serve lunch at both Stephenville Sonic locations from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. with proceeds benefiting the upcoming contest season. Be th
• Wooo Weee! Get out your fishing gear and don't forget the stink bait! Read "J Pigg: 'Catfish go hog wild over it!,'" and learn more about a homegrown business making quite at stink. It is online now at www.empiretribune.com
• Out on the chain gang.. See how Erath County is working to get the most bang for your tax dollar by putting trustees to work on the long-awaited jail project. Online and On Time now at www.empiretribune.com
• Offices within the city of Stephenville will be closed Monday in observance of Presidents Day. And the Empire-Tribune wants to know who else will be enjoying a day off.. Tell us here!
• Erath County Sheriff Tommy Bryant does it and ladies from the Zonta Club do, too.. Why not you? A little time goes a long way with Meals on Wheels. Volunteer to deliver meals to your homebound neighbors!
• In celebration of this week's warm weather, Staff Writer Amanda Kimble has a little something special in store for avid and amateur fishermen looking to catch their limit. Check out the piece on J Pigg's Stink Bait in Friday's Empire-Tribu
• The chamber is celebrating a century... If you didn't get tickets for the annual banquet, you will miss out on a great night hosted by the Stephenville Chamber of Commerce. Those of you who jumped at the chance to take part in the celebration by buy
• Culinary Court is back in session! Don't miss the last winter menu of the year as local attorneys and chefs Nick Pugh and Martha Taylor host their monthly cooking class at Tarleton State University on Thursday. Get the details in Wednesday's ed
• Got an interesting story to tell? Staff Writer Amanda Kimble is scouring the county in search of subjects for some fantastic feature stories... Share your ideas here or email amanda.kimble@empiretribune.com. Please include contact information so she can
• Think you've got what it takes to serve on the Stephenville or Dublin city councils? Are you looking to steal a seat on the Stephenville or Dublin school board? It is time to file an application for your spot on the May 14 ballot. The filing deadlin
• Have you helped a non-profit lately? Those of you looking to lend a helping hand to our neighbors in need, should check out Cross Timbers Family Services.
• Looking for a special dish to whip up for your true love? Make it sizzle with Red Pepper and Parmesan Tilapia. It is easier than you think - check out the video demonstration at the AgriLIFE Extension website - www.healthyliving.tamu.edu - or click the l
• What do you and cupid have planned for that special someone in your life this Valentine's Day?
• The Empire-Tribune wants to wish all of you love birds out there a heartfelt "HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY!" Spread the love!
• Think you have what it takes to serve on the Stephenville City Council? Prove it! City Secretary Cindy Stafford will be at City Hall Saturday from 10 a.m. - noon to allow early birds to file for a place on the May 14 ballot. Four seats are up for re-elec
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• Here are some fun Valentine's Day related facts for you to chew on.. • 24.3 pounds - Per capita consumption of candy by Americans in 2009 • 3,375 - Number of confectionery and nut stores in the U.S. in 2008 • $12.2 billion -Total valu
• Make sure to pick up a copy of the Sunday Edition for the love story of how one Erath County resident met the love of her life at the college Dairy Queen making 'The Drag' in Stephenville years ago. Check it out in the Lifestyles section of the
• "It's an exciting time for tourism", said Stephenville Chamber of Commerce President July Danley. Stephenville City Council approves chamber report, budget
• Grand Jury indicts City Park gunman and more
• Dublin Chamber of Commerce welcomes three new board members
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• But Sunshine is on the horizon! NWS says the weekend is going to be a NICE TEXAS weekend.. Friday: Sunny, with a high near 54. Saturday: Sunny, with a high near 64. Sunday: Sunny, with a high near 69. keep in mind: NIGHTTIME LOWS WILL STILL BE WINTERY!
• per National Weather Service, as of 3 p.m. Wednesday -- Tonight: Partly cloudy, with a low around 13. Wind chill 1-7. NW wind as high as 15-20 mph with possible gusts as high as 25 mph. Thursday: Sunny, high near 34. Wind chill 6-16. NW wind around 5 mph
• SISD: two-hour delay today. Classes start at 10 a.m.
• Police Chief: Lock you cars!
• "Modest" city rate increases coming your way....
• National Weather Service:Tonight: Chance of rain 9 p.m. - 12 a.m., then rain, snow and sleet. Winds as high as 30 mph. Accumulation of less than one inch. Wednesday: Snow likely before noon, then a slight chance of snow and freezing drizzle. Cloudy and c
• Ronald Reagan was elected president, Music Television (MTV) took to the airwaves and one Erath County woman met the man of her dreams - it was 1981. Read the couple's story (from her perspective) in Lifestyles on Sunday.
• The Burn Ban for will go back into effect for Erath County at noon today.
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• Are you glad to see the snow and ice melting?
• Young Dublin 4-Her organizes county book drive
• Fire claims family home, piece of history
• Economy, war blamed for spike in suicides
• Miller tackles key issues in Austin
• Tarleton's student center floods after pipes burst
• Where are you spending your fourth snow day? Let us know and send us a pic of your favorite snow day memories. You might just see it in the Sunday Edition of the E-T. Send it to us at news@empiretribune.com
• Tarleton to offer new veterinary technology degree program
• SNOW DAY, AGAIN! The word is in - Classes in Stephenville, Huckabay, Bluff Dale and Lingleville ISDs have been cancelled for Friday.
• The E-T wants you to send us your favorite Snow Day and Wintery Weather pictures! Whether you braved the cold with outdoor fun or snuggled closely to a warm fire, we want them all! Be sure to tell us a little about what's going on and who is in the
• Commissioners temporarily lift burn ban
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• → Stephenville Empire Tribune: Tarleton State University issued a Code Purple alert notifying students, faculty and staff that class are cancelled and the University is closed Thursday Feb. 3 - for the third consecutive day.
• → Stephenville Empire Tribune: Erath County Meals on Wheels has canceled all deliveries for Thursday Feb. 3.
• → Stephenville Empire Tribune: Dublin Superintendent Shaun Barnett just announced all DISD campuses will be closed and classes are canceled tomorrow Feb. 3 due to weather and road conditions.
• Superintendent Dr. Darrell Floyd just announced that Stephenville ISD has canceled classes on all campuses for Thursday, Feb. 3. District officials will continue monitoring weather conditions to determine future campus closures.
• Stephenville ISD, Dublin ISD have canceled classes on all campuses tomorrow. Erath County Meals on Wheels has canceled all deliveries for Wednesday. Groundhog, please don't see your shadow!
• Dublin man found dead in creek
• Man found dead, covered in snow
• Stephenville and Dublin ISD classes canceled, Tarleton State University, Cities of Stephenville and Dublin and Erath Coutny offices closed due to inclement weather. City and county crews are working in the relentless wind spreading sand and police and de
• Hey Stephenville ISD.. No classes today kids.. Stay warm. Stay safe!
• → Stephenville Empire Tribune: A heavy wintery mix of rain, sleet and snow is blanketing Erath County. North western portions of the county are experiencing zero visibility with roadways already freezing. Stephenville Police are also advising that
• Tarleton Rodeo Team to appear at Fort Worth Super Bowl Gala
• Did you know the 2010-11 school year has hit the century mark? That's right, area school kids celebrated 100 days of learning today!
• The clock is counting down to Larry Joe Taylor's 23rd Annual Texas Music Festival and Chili Cook-off = T minus 84 days..
• Meet Henderson Junior High's Interim Principal, set to take the helm Tuesday
• Bundle up! Erath County is in for yet another cold snap with high's in the low 20s later this week with a chance of a mixture of sleet and snow.
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• Cervetto tapped to lead Dublin athletics
• SISD stalls bus ad discussion
• DISD takes action on superintendent's contract
• SISD board member issues letter of resignation
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• Don't miss the video of SHS Project Graduation Donkey Basketball on the E-T Website. Click play on The Plays, The Points, The Falls, The Fun? now at empiretribune.com
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• Tarleton to be site for Texas State Guard training
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• Erath County officials have extended the temporary lift of the burn ban. County residents are asked to call county dispatch at 965-3318 to inform them of your location prior to igniting a controlled burn. The ban will be automatically reinstated Monday
• Cupid is in the air, and those of you with a love story to tell won't want to miss out on a Valentine's Day contest sponsored by the Empire-Tribune and Larry Joe Taylor's Melody Mountain Ranch. Read the E-T Thursday to find out how you cou
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• Weigh in on this week's E-T Web Poll and let us know if you could you find a man or woman indicted for sexual assault guilty without physical evidence presented in the trial. Vote now at empiretribune.com
• Nature's beauty on display at Langdon Center
• Tarleton's Spotz performs in Berlin
• Erath County Commissioners issue a temporary lift of the county's burn ban. The lift will automatically expire on Wednesday when all outdoor burning will be banned.
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• Doug Stephan show to broadcast live from Tarleton State University
• The Erath County Junior Livestock Show wraps up with tonight's auction. BUT for E-T readers, the show will go on as we offer up features on some of the note-worthy accomplishments from the 2011 show. Stay tuned for more on a Dublin student who took
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• Tarleton to display works of Austin artists
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• Tarleton to host acclaimed author Greg Mortenson
• Were our reporters not able to make it to your event? Snap a picture and email a jpeg image to news@empiretribune.com with the all the details and your contact information and you might see it in the next edition of the Empire-Tribune.
• Tarleton continues to grow and the Empire-Tribune has the scoop on the university's efforts to expand campus housing.
• Find out what Sheriff Tommy Bryant decided on outsourcing jail management services and what is in store for the Erath County Jail.
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• Happy New Year Stephenville!
• University invited to share Tarleton pride in stock show parade
• Erath County Commissioners issue a temporary lift on the burn ban for 48 hours expiring Thursday morning. /articles/2010/12/28/news/doc4d1a2e11bd844461830124.txt
• Erath County Volunteer Fire Rescue Chief Chris Gable urges motorists to "slow down" during wet and foggy conditions after three auto-accidents before noon caused by wet roads. Read more in the Wednesday Edition of the E-T and drive safe!
• Former Erath County Commissioner arrested twice in three days. Details in the Tuesday Edition of the E-T and online now at www.empiretribune.com
• Former Erath County Commissioner arrested twice in three days. Details in the Tuesday Edition of the E-T and online later today. www.empiretribune.com
• Not sure what is open on New Year's Eve and Day?! Don't be surprised by 'closed' signs and locked doors, find out what is open and what is not around town.
• Are you making a new year's resolution? Let us know in the E-T Web Poll at empiretribune.com
• Jack Frost is definitely nipping at your nose lately!
• Merry Christmas from the Empire-Tribune!
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• On a more personal note - Managing Editor Sara Vanden Berge will return to work Wednesday following a week of vacation... Staff Writer Amanda Kimble is celebrating the beloved editress' return!
• Also in Wednesday's E-T: A gas price report for merry motorist planning to hit the roads for holiday travel; and a report on local offices that will observe holiday hours.
• Don't miss Wednesday's edition of the Empire-Tribune for some out-of-this-world photographs of Tuesday morning's lunar eclipse!
• Staff Writer Amanda Kimble just bumped in Santa Claus and would like to remind all the good little boys and girls he is in town today! Visit Santa; join in Christmas carols, led by Courtney Patton Vanden Berge; enjoy yummy treats; and have your picture t
• Need something a little different for your holiday menu? Why not try Broccoli Slaw with Chicken and Honey-Lime Dressing for Dinner Tonight! See a quick and healthy recipe to incorporate into this week's menu at
• Pack up the kiddos, Santa Claus is coming to town! Visit Santa; join in Christmas carols, led by Courtney Patton Vanden Berge; enjoy yummy treats; and have your picture taken with Mr. Claus! All the fun will take place from 1 - 3 p.m. Tuesday only at the
• If this doesn't put you in the holiday spirit, maybe the Christmas Song Book found in today's paper will! Get them while they last!
• Don't miss Thursday's edition of the Empire-Tribune for reports on a rolling revenue option discussed by the SISD board Monday, a $50,000 grant recently awarded to United Cooperative Services and a Tuesday afternoon accident involving a 13-year
• The Dublin Public Library will have an open house this Saturday beginning at 10 a.m. If you haven't visited the library or taken advantage of their many services, check it out this weekend!
• On the 12th day of christmas my true love sent to me sweet tastin Texas tea. Are you struggling to remember the lyrics of your favorite Christmas carols? Never fear! The Empire-Tribune is here to spare you from fa-la-la-la-la faux pas. Get your copy of S
• Attention E-T Staffers: Don't forget to dust off your tackiest holiday garb for the Ugly Sweater showdown set for Tuesday. No excuses! If you don't have tinsel-trimmed cashmere or loudly lit wool, get crafty and create your own. As a special ho
• Congratulations to E-T staffers Micah D. Moore and Nathan Bural who walk the stage in their upcoming graduation from Tarleton State University
• Don't forget to weigh in on this week's web poll and tell us what option you would choose for Stephenville trash collection service? Will it include recycling? Will it stay the same? YOU DECIDE at www.empiretribune.com!
• Stay informed! Stephenville ISD Board of Trustees meet tonight at 7 p.m. in the administration building, Dublin School Board meets tonight at 7 p.m. in the High School Library and Dublin City Council meets tonight at 6 p.m. in City Council Chambers in Ci
• What option do you think the Stephenville City Council should approve for the city's trash and potential recycling services? Tell us now at www.empiretribune.com!
• Looking for something to cook for Dinner Tonight? Check out the Texas Agrilife Extension Service's facebook page, simply search "Dinner Tonight" and become a fan. Dinner Tonight is your source for quick, healthy, economical recipes -- meal
• 12 children mentored, 11 hot meals delivered, 10 animals sheltered, 9 thankful neighbors, 8 feedings weekly, 7 newborn babies, 6 weeks of childcare, 5 decades of fostering.. As the "12 non-profits of Christmas" series continues, don't forg
• The sounds of Christmas will fill the air as the Stephenville High School Choir and Band combine to present their Holiday concert at Tarleton State University's Wells Auditorium beginning at 7:15 p.m. TONIGHT. Admission is free!
• WOOO HOOO! Thanks to you, we have now exceed 600 fans! Don't forget to tell your friends and family to "LIKE" the Stephenville Empire-Tribune on facebook! Simply click the "Suggest to Friends" link at the top left of our page.
• The sounds of Christmas will fill the air as the Stephenville High School Choir and Band combine to present their Holiday concert at Tarleton State University's Wells Auditorium beginning at 7:15 p.m. . Admission is free!
• Don't forget about the "Starving Artist Sale" going on now at the Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council's River North Gallery in Stephenville. From student crafted scarves and quality photography to handmade Christmas ornaments, greeting ca
• STOP THE BONFIRE! Erath County is under a burn ban following a meeting of the commissioners court Friday. Citing drought conditions, Judge Tab Thompson issued a notice stating that the ban will remain in place until further notice. Outdoor burning of any
• Tarleton staff moral low as possible personnel cuts loom
• Gear up for the holiday season with some cool jazz tonight at 7:30 as the Jazz Ensemble performs at the Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center. For more information, contact the Tarleton State University Fine Arts Box Office at 254-968-9634.
• Christmas time is here! The sight and sounds of Christmas are taking to streets of Dublin today... Don't miss the annual Christmas parade, which gets rolling at 6 p.m.
• Weigh in on this week's E-T Web Poll: Do you think Tarleton is intentionally trying to stifle the free flow of information? Vote now at www.empiretribune.com
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• Read about some local cowboys headin' to Vegas for the WNFR - that's Wrangler National Finals Rodeo and the City that Never Sleeps. Check it out in print Thursday or Online and On Time NOW...
• 12 children mentored, 11 hot lunches delivered, 10 animals sheltered... The 12 non-profits of Christmas, a series which began Sunday with Big Brothers Big Sisters and was followed by Meals on Wheels and the Erath County Humane Society, will continue tomo
• Charges unlikely in accidental shooting at Wal-Mart Tuesday. Read about it in print Thursday or online now
• A&M said what? Tarleton State University employees could be terminated for doing their jobs? Get the scoop in print Thursday or Online and On Time now..
• The sight and sounds of Christmas will take to the streets of Dublin Thursday for city's annual Christmas parade.. The good times will get rolling at 6 p.m. Don't miss it!
• In this week's "Think Fast," E-T staffer Micah D. Moore put the men of Erath County Volunteer Fire Rescue on the spot by asking them to blurt out the first thing that comes to mind when they heard the words or phrases "Littles,"
• On the news stand and online now.. The E-T reports on a Tuesday gun accident that left shoppers in silence...
• Online, On Time Update! Humane Society, Enron, Messiah, and Ordinances!
• Erath County Volunteer Fire Rescue and the National Service warn today is not the day to burn... Per National Weather Service Fort Worth, Northwest winds of 10 to 20 mph...with some gusts to 25 mph possible...combined with low relative humidities will re
• The E-T is giving readers the opportunity to share their favorite holiday recipes, and we want your best flavors of the season! Email recipes to news@empiretribune.com. The recipes will be posted on our website at www.empiretribune.com under the Holiday
• The sights and sounds of Christmas are in the air! The Empire-Tribune wants to share your holiday moments. Email photos of your lil ones decked in their holiday best, your Griswold-inspired light displays and anything that shows your holiday flare to new
• Only 25 shopping days until Christmas!!
• In the Spirit of the Season, the Empire-Tribune is publishing a series of articles that debuted Sunday - "The 12 non-profits of Christmas." If you missed Sunday's edition, you can still pick up your copy at the E-T office (or read it onlin
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• Did you go out on Black Friday? Let us know in the E-T Polls at www.empiretribune.com
• Erath County Volunteer Fire Rescue and the National Weather Service warn that the county is under EXTREME FIRE DANGER this afternoon. The humidity is forecast to drop into the low teens and the winds are forecast to be high. ECVFR asks, "PLEASE DON&
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• Love it or hate it: school bus advertising? Vote now at www.empiretribune.com in our poll.
• Need to know how to cook your holiday turkey? Don't miss the Thanksgiving Day edition of the Empire-Tribune, which will include cooking insights from SISD second graders that are sure to make you smile. And don't forget Thursday's print ed
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• Tell us what you think of school bus advertising! Weigh in on the E-T Web Poll now at empiretribune.com!
• Hundreds of participants lined up Saturday for Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenville's fifth annual 2 Your Health Fun Run/Walk at Stephenville City Park. Get the story, learn the names of all of the winners and check out the pictures f
• The count down to turkey time is on.. Don't forget to share your favorite holiday recipes with E-T readers. Email your recipes to news@empiretribune.com. Please include a your name and home city and brief description as to why the dish is such an im
• Weigh in on this week's web poll at empiretribune.com and let us know what you think of school bus advertising. Check out last week's results in the Friday Edition of the E-T.
• Don't forget to read about a rolling revenue generating idea presented to the Stephenville Independent School District board of trustees Monday night. Once you have, weigh in on the related poll on the E-T home page, www.empiretribune.com
• FYI: A concert planned for Thursday night featuring Blackwood Legacy at the Stephenville Christian Reformed Church has been canceled.
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• As the holiday season nears, the E-T is giving readers the opportunity to share their favorite holiday recipes. To submit, simply e-mail recipes to news@empiretribune.com. The recipes will be posted at www.empiretribune.com under the Holiday Recipes on t
• Read about what the SISD board of trustees and Superintendent Dr. Darrell had to say about the recent failure of an estimated $34 million bond election at their Monday meeting..
• Dubliners are advised to boil their water before consumption today... For more information on Tuesday's water main break read Wednesday's Empire-Tribune.
• An Erath County jury sentenced a 24-year-old Stephenville man, an admitted meth dealer, to LIFE in prison Tuesday. Read all about it online now..
• Attention SISD parents... Central Elementary is hosting a canned food drive through Friday. Help the campus' faculty and staff in seeing that Central families are fed this holiday season while teaching the school district's littlest learners a
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• Saluting military veterans on Saturday in Stephenville: The Stephenville Senior Citizens Center and American Legion will host the 12th Annual Veteran's Day Program. A brisket dinner will be served at noon at the Rec Hall at City Park. For more info,
• Why not make every day Veteran's Day? If you missed the opportunity to salute area military veterans Thursday, don't miss this! A dedication event will be held for the new veterans exhibit at the Billy the Kid Museum in Hico. Featuring Tarleton
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• Your Online, On Time Update from outside the 266th Judicial Court as he trial of Michael Howard is underway.
• Online, On Time Update from Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenville!
• This is the introduction of the Impact Statement after the trial and sentencing of Michael Howard. Brandi Todd's mother, Denise DeForest, speaks in the courtroom on behalf of the family. Read the full story from Staff Writer Amanda Kimble tonight at
• Peace Out! The Erath County District Clerk's office took a trip back in time Friday as they donned their bell bottoms and go-go boots in celebration of Halloween. Pictured left to right are Kristi Montgomery, District Clerk Wanda Pringle, Jan Brown
• We're off to see the wizard Stephenville Chamber of Commerce staff enjoy a whimsical day as the cast of the Wizard of Oz. Pictured left to right is Courtney Vanden Berge as the Cowardly Lion, Crissa Nugen as the Tin Man, July Danley as Dorothy and C
• Getting Animated! Tarleton's Enrollment Management department celebrated Halloween Friday dressing as their favorite Disney characters and super heroes. Pictured left to right is Jana Boatright, Mary Beth Marks, Rachel Lawson, Christy Price, Lacie
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• Little Morgan Gain, the second daughter of John and Dasa Gain to suffer from Alper's Disease is need of your prayers. According to Dasa's facebook page, Morgan "has lost her vision and cannot sit up." There also appears to be "a
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• Ladies and Gentlemen, here is your 2010 Stephenville HS Homecoming Court!
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• GO JACKETS!!!! SHS Pep Rally has Gone Country! Be sure to check out today's edition of the E-T for a preview of tonight's game and get on the road early for San Angelo. Saturday morning Sports Editor Brad Keith will have the full update and exc
• Nabbed! Less than 24 hours after the E-T and Erath County Crime Stoppers called on the public's help in apprehending a fugitive from justice, the suspect has been apprehended. Mark Daniel Perez, 24, was sought in connection with an Erath County coun
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• Henderson Junior High is inviting the community to a fundraising event, McHenderson Night, tonight from 5-8 p.m. A portion of the proceeds from every purchase at the new McDonalds, located in front of FMC Technologies on US Highway 377, will be delivered
• Henderson Junior High is inviting the community to a fundraising event, McHenderson Night, tonight from 5-8 p.m. A portion of the proceeds from every purchase at the new McDonalds, located in front of FMC Technologies on US Highway 377, will be delivered
• Online and on time! Have you seen this man? If so, you can help catch an alleged crook and cash in! Erath County Crime Stoppers is calling on the public to assist in the apprehension of this fugitive from justice. Read why Mark Daniel Perez, 24, is bein
• So much news in the Thursday Edition, we don't know how we fit it all in!
• "You're hired!" "I'm guilty" "It's Illegal now" Check out your Online, On Time Update.
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• K-2, Foster's Home, Tax Rate, Historic Home and MORE! And, all Online and On Time.
• Breaking News from Staff Writer Amanda Kimble and more ahead in YOUR Online, On Time Update.
• Henderson Junior High is inviting the community to a fundraising event, McHenderson Night, tonight
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