Visitors Guide 2013

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Visitors and newcomers guide

Stephenville, Dublin and surrounding areas

Empire-Tribune STEPHENVILLE

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Stephenville, Dublin and surrounding areas

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about us

FYI is an annual publication of the Stephenville Empire-Tribune.

590 E. South Loop Stephenville, TX 76401 254-965-3124 yourstephenvilletx.com

Publisher Jerry Pye Manager Editor Sara Vanden Berge Editorial Staff Donnie Bryant Brad Keith Jessie Horton Caleb McCaig Advertising Director Eric Bauer Advertising Staff Judy Terry Hollie Watson Charla Seeton Art/Design Morgan Downs Photography Russell Huffman, Dudley Barker, Metro Creative Connection and E-T staff No part of this publication may be reproduced by any means without permission from the Stephenville EmpireTribune and Stephenville Chamber of Commerce.

While every attempt has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information in this guide, the Stephenville Empire-Tribune and Stephenville Chamber of Commerce assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. All information is subject to change, so it is recommended to call ahead before traveling.

Welcome to Stephenville �������������������������4 Cowboy Capital �������������������6 Demographics ���������������������8 Major Employers �����������������8 Area Schools ��������������������� 10 Tarleton State University �� 12 Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital ����������� 14 Stephenville Medical & Surgical Center ����������������� 16 Area Communities ������������ 17 City Park Amenities ��������� 20 Local Government ������������23 Electricity/Water/Cable Hookups ����������������������������24 Restaurants �����������������������25 Hotels ��������������������������������29 Museums ��������������������������� 31 Annual events ��������������������36 Libraries/Senior Citizens Centers ������������������������������38 Daycares ����������������������������38 Entertainment ������������������ 40 Wineries �����������������������������43 Civic clubs �������������������������44 Transportation ������������������46 Employment Agencies ������� 47 RV Parks ����������������������������52 Social Services ������������������54

Enjoy Stephenville and all it has to offer DONNIE BRYANT [Stephenville Empire-Tribune]

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tephenville is often called the Cowboy Capital of the World and the City of Champions and has been listed as one of the 100 Best Small Towns in America. But perhaps it is its status as a youth-friendly college town surrounded by picturesque little burgs with their own pleasant highlights that gives the ‘Ville its own special flavor.

Although agriculture may be a chief draw to the town, industry is also a force to be considered. Some half dozen manufacturers employ vast numbers of Stephenville’s residents, including Schreiber Foods, FMC Fluid Control and EGS Electrical. Conveniently located shops and grocery stores make for an easy day of consumer therapy. And there is a host of restaurants to choose from, sure to satisfy any culinary yen.

Another Stephenville lure is the highly respected Tarleton State University. Established in 1899, Tarleton joined forces 4

with the Texas A&M University System in 1917. With the main campus spanning nearly 170 acres, the institution boasts state of the art educational opportunities, including a premiere nursing school facility and program and a three story science building with the A&M System’s first planetarium and observatory. Over 90 different majors are offered at Tarleton at the baccalaureate, masters and doctoral levels.

For those craving a bit of big city fun, a drive of less than an hour and a half will land you in the middle of Fort Worth – no stranger to the world of cowboys and rodeos itself. Shopping, fine dining and cultural offerings suited for every taste are easily accessible in its downtown district.

Stephenville is sure to make any visitor or newly settled denizen feel welcome and entertained. It is a safe place to raise a family and an inviting locale for a short stay. Its rich cultural heritage coupled with an eye to future economic development makes the community an appealing spot to sit a spell. www.yourstephenvilletx.com

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rodeo fans

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Yes, we really are the Cowboy Capital of the World!

Our statistics prove that Stephenville really can boast ‘more professional cowboys per square foot than anywhere else in the world!’

We haven’t found anyone that can compete with these numbers: July Danley [President/CEO, Stephenville Chamber of Commerce] The Stephenville area also boasts over 150 PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) Members living within a 50 mile radius. According to the United States Team Roping Championships (USTRC), there are over 2,500 USTRC members living within a 60 mile radius of Stephenville with 75 of those being professional level team ropers! WOW!! And when you add all the NCHA (National Cutting Horse Association), AQHA (American Quarter Horse Association), WPRA (Women’s Professional Rodeo Association) and other association members, the list just gets longer and longer.

Many of these cowboys and cowgirls were born and raised in the Stephenville area. Others got here as fast as they could to enjoy the plethora of events, practice opportunities, and exceptional quality of life our area has to offer.

Tarleton State University has the largest collegiate rodeo program in the nation with over 100 students coming from 6

16 PRCA (Professional Rodeo Cowboys Association) World Champions 57 PRCA World Titles (including 3 All-Around Champs) 3 PBR (Professional Bull Riders) World Champions 45 NFR (National Finals Rodeo) Qualifiers 6 Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame Inductees 5 National Cowboy Museum Rodeo Hall of Fame Inductees 14 Texas Cowboy Hall of Fame Inductees all over the country to Stephenville where they can train with the best of the best. Upon college graduation, many of these rodeo athletes decide to make the Cowboy Capital their permanent home.

Competitors from all over the world come to Lone Star Arena, an equine event facility just outside the Stephenville city limits, for a host of local, regional and national events including barrel races, calf ropings, team ropings, bull ridings, reinings, cuttings, horse shows, mounted shooting competitions and more!

Each year, the last week in September leading up to the Cowboy Capital of the World PRCA Rodeo is proclaimed ‘Rodeo Heritage Week’ to recognize and celebrate the many outstanding cowboys and cowgirls that have brought worldwide acclaim to the Stephenville area. Events that will be held during Rodeo Heritage Week include a county team roping, golf tournament, rodeo queen contest, parade, concert, western art exhibit and more. www.yourstephenvilletx.com

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demographics

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area schools Erath County might be known as housing the Cowboy Capital of the World, being the home of some exceptional musical talent and as counting champion athletes among its residents, but there is a wealth of educational offerings to be had in the area as well. Take a look at what the county has as options for academic advancement.

Stephenville ISD Central Administration

2655 W. Overhill Drive (254) 968-7990 Superintendent Dr. Darrel Floyd www.sville.us Important Numbers:

• Student Transportation (254) 968-3759 • Child Nutrition (254) 968-4826 • Special Education (254) 968-6790 • Athletic Director (254) 552-6417 Stephenville High School

Principal Travis Stilwell Grades: 9-12 2650 W. Overhill Drive (254) 968-4141 shs.sville.us

Henderson Junior High School

Principal Renee Goodwin Grades 7-8 2798 W. Frey Street (254) 968-6967 hjh.sville.us Gilbert Intermediate

Principal Kristen Carey Grades: 5-6 950 N. Dale Street

(254) 968-4664 gil.sville.us Hook Elementary

Principal Kathy Haynes Grades: 3-4 1067 W. Jones (254) 968-3213 hook.sville.us Chamberlin Elementary

Principal Barry Cavitt Grades: 1-2 1601 W. Frey Street (254) 968-2311 cham.sville.us Central Elementary

Principal Kelly Magin Grades: Early Childhood kindergarten 780 W. Washington Street (254) 965-3716 cen.sville.us Bluff Dale Independent School District 710 Church Street P.O. Box 101 Bluff Dale, TX 76433 (254) 728-3277 Grades K-8

Dublin Independent School District 420 North Camden Street Dublin, TX 76446 (254) 445-3341 www.dublin.k12.tx.us Pre-K through 12th grade

Pre-K - 6th grade

Hico Independent School District 901 Cedar Street Hico, TX 76457 (254) 796-2181 www.hico-isd.net Pre-K through 12th grade

Premier of Dublin 112 S. Grafton St. Dublin, TX 76466 (254) 445-4844 www.responsiveed.com Grades 7 -12

Huckabay Independent School District 200 County Road 421 Huckabay, TX (254) 968-5274 www.hisd.us K-12th grade Stephenville Christian School 1120 CR 351 Stephenville, TX 76401 (254) 965-4821

Huston Academy 680 Peach Orchard Road Stephenville, Tx, (254) 965-8883 Grades 7-12

Rocky Point Christian Academy 3595 CR 178 (254) 965-3582 www.rpcacademy.com Two years old - kindergarten Three Way ISD 247 CR 207 Stephenville, TX (254) 965-6496 www.twisd.us Pre-kindergarten-8th grade

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Lingleville Independent School District 21261 North FM 219 P.O. Box 134 Lingleville, TX 76461 (254) 968-2596 www.lingleville.k12.tx.us Pre-K through 12th grade Morgan Mill Independent School District 295 E. FM 1188 P.O. Box 8 Morgan Mill, TX 76465 (254) 968-4921 www.morganmill.esc11.net K-8th grade

Ranger School of Cosmetology

Ranger College School of Cosmetology has established a reputation as being dedicated to providing a quality education while striving to bring improvements to the industry. The Stephenville campus joined the Ranger College lineup in 2010, and is approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and Southern Association of College and Schools.

The cosmetology program educates students in all aspects of beauty, hair, skin and nail care, giving graduates the option to pursue a career as a professional stylist, makeup or platform artist, skin specialist, salon owner or product advisor.

For more information, call 254-968-2111.

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tarleton state university

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arleton State University has been a vital part of Stephenville and Erath County since its founding as a small liberal arts institution in 1899. The school became a member of The Texas A&M University System in 1917 and gained status as a university in 1973.

Over time, Tarleton has evolved into a nearperfect model of size, scope and affordability.

It offers the value of an A&M System degree with its own brand of personal attention, individual opportunities, history, traditions and community.

Located in the heart of Stephenville and encompassing a 173-acre main campus, Tarleton is one of the best university values in Texas and the perfect place for students to thrive.

Enrollment, which surpassed 10,000 last year, is made up of students from across

Texas and more than 40 states and 20 foreign countries. Tarleton boasts a faculty of about 570 teaching professionals in five academic colleges: Liberal and Fine Arts, Business Administration, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Science and Technology, and Education. In addition, the College of Graduate Studies offers both teaching and researchbased master’s degrees.

The university continues to break new ground in many academic arenas, including water quality and environmental sciences.

Tarleton offers the only bachelor’s degree in environmental engineering in Texas, and one of only four undergraduate hydrology-water resources programs in the United States.

The Texas Institute for Applied Environmental Research (TIAER) on the Tarleton campus

also plays a national leadership role in issues related to water quality, and the university is continuing to integrate programs and resources to become a national leader in the environmental sciences.

For 114 years, Tarleton’s rich history, traditions and legends have resided in the hearts of students and alumni, linking generations together. Tarleton is the largest non-land grant agricultural university in the nation and offers the resources of a major public university.

In addition to cuttingedge academic facilities and faculty experts with extensive university and industry experience, Tarleton offers the personal attention, warmth and faculty interaction expected from a smaller college.

Expansion has defined Tarleton’s campus activity in recent years.

A 70,000-squarefoot sports recreation

center opened in 2007, complete with an indoor track and a gymnasium, and a 42,000-squarefoot dining facility opened in 2008. Other recent additions include a $23.4 million, stateof-the-art nursing building, opened in February 2011, to help meet the growing demand for health care professionals. In May 2011, Tarleton celebrated the completion of the Southwest Regional Dairy Center, which is the only technologically up-to-date dairy research center in the southwest U.S. and one of only four modern university dairies in the country.

Tarleton has extended its reach beyond Stephenville and is rapidly expanding undergraduate and graduate programs online and in the classroom, in Waco, Midlothian, Weatherford and the Southwest Metroplex Center in Fort Worth.

GENERAL INFORMATION Founded: 1899

Joined A&M University System: 1917 Gained university status: 1973 Colors: Purple and white Mascot: Texan Rider Athletic affiliation: Lone Star Conference Student/faculty ratio: 20:1 Average undergrad class size: 20 Undergraduate degree programs: 65+ Graduate degree programs: 20+ Doctoral degree programs: 1 Estimated cost per academic year for freshmen living on campus, based on 15 hours: $14,096

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Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Stephenville delivers nationally recognized, award-winning care close to home

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or more than 80 years, Texas Health Stephenville has offered compassionate care, respect and commitment and, in the last 30, has been nurtured by one of the strongest hospital systems in Texas. Combined with a dedication to delivering excellence, the hospital has grown to a 98-bed, full-service acute-care facility with 250 employees and 70 physicians on the medical staff. Despite the growth in size, resources and capabilities, the hospital remains focused on providing personalized care with a smile and treating each patient and family member with respect and compassion.

“Our goal is to deliver highquality care that spans across a broad range of services and specialties all in a convenient setting,” said Christopher Leu, president at Texas Health Stephenville. “We work closely with our medical staff to strive to provide the best care possible to the residents in the communities we serve.”

In the last year alone, Texas Health Stephenville received national accreditation as a Level IV Trauma Center, Cycle III Chest Pain Center and was recognized as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence. The hospital also received top rankings from the Leapfrog Group and Premier

Healthcare Alliance-national programs aimed at continuously improving the quality and safety standards at member facilitiesfor achieving high-quality, evidence-based care. In addition to ensuring quality and safety standards for patients, the hospital also achieved the Pathway to Excellence designation, which recognizes health care organizations that create a work environment that supports nurses, to ensure the standards of their staff are being met as well.

“Fostering a supporting environment for our nurses is vital to the care we provide our patients, said Cindy McCarthy, DNP,M.B.A.,M.H.A., B.S.N., CEN, chief nursing officer at Texas Health Stephenville. “We support them and supply resources they need to deliver competent and compassionate care to our patients that has been recognized in the awards we’ve obtained.”

Combining safety and quality with advanced technology and skilled caregivers close to home is what makes Texas Health Stephenville the hospital of choice for many Stephenville, Erath and surrounding County patients and families. The hospital offers a diverse medical staff with many services such as surgical services, women’s and infant’s services, advanced diagnostic imaging, sleep lab and wound

care services in a location that reduces travel time for care and for family and friends to provide support during recovery. However, as an affiliate of Texas Health Resources, the largest faithbased, nonprofit health care system in North Texas in terms of patients served, Texas Health Stephenville can also draw on the system’s wide-ranging care resources if patients need to be transferred to a larger facility for complex medical situations.

“Having access to a broad range of medical services and specialties gives the community assurance that we are committed to achieving the best outcome regardless of the situation,” Leu said.

For more information on hospital services, visit www.TexasHealth.org/Stephenville.

Texas Health Resources is one of the largest faith-based, nonprofit health systems in the United States. The health system includes 25 acute care and short-stay hospitals that are owned, operated, joint-ventured or affiliated with Texas Health Resources. It includes the Texas Health Presbyterian, Texas Health Arlington Memorial and Texas Health Harris Methodist hospitals, Huguley Memorial Medical Center, Texas Health Physicians Group, outpatient facilities, behavioral health and home health, preventive and fitness services, and an organization for medical research and education.

For more information about Texas Health Resources, call 1-877-THR-WELL, or visit www.

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stephenville medical & Surgical center Welcome to Stephenville, Texas, City of Champions and home of Stephenville Medical and Surgical Clinic (formerly Stephenville Hospital and Clinic), voted Best Clinic in 2012 and 2013 by the residents of Erath County.

As pioneers of medicine in Erath County, the physicians of Stephenville Hospital & Clinic realized that bringing doctors from different specialties together with significant diagnostic services would be an efficient way to provide comprehensive care to this community, cultivate long-term patient relationships, and position medical professionals to provide optimal care for their patients. Through the years, SMSC has done just that, and in 2014 we will celebrate our 85th year of service!

When you think quality healthcare in Stephenville, you think SMSC – a facility that began with elevenrooms in the Langdon Hotel in 1929 and doubled in size twice by 1935.

In 1978, eight physicians built the current clinic building and relocated their practice to 150 River North Blvd.

Since moving to its new location, the clinic has had two expansions, tripled the number of physicians, and also employs three mid-level practitioners who provide: Women’s Health Services, Nursing Home Resident Care, and Family Practice / Pediatrics. Also on staff is a Speech Pathologist.

SMSC’s Women’s Health Center, built in 1999, houses our OB/GYN services.

Expectant mothers are delighted with our dedicated 3D ultrasound equipment and our modern facility.

Community Health Clinic is also located in this facility.

Community Health Clinic is a family-oriented clinic that provides health services for people of all ages including: chronic and acute visits, Texas Health Steps, Family Planning, obstetrical care and breast exams. CHC also offers an Extended Hours Clinic from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. Monday through Friday in case one of the kids comes home from school not feeling well; no appointment is necessary.

SMSC also offers comprehensive Laboratory and Radiology services. The Laboratory is certified by the Commission on Office Laboratory Accreditation and the Radiology Department is certified by the State of Texas.

Laboratory services

include chemistry, hematology, flu tests, renal function, hepatic function and drug screen collections.

Radiology services include digital mammography, sonograms, fluoroscopy, MRI, nuclear medicine tests, bone mass density tests, and breast biopsy examination.

River North Pharmacy, a full-service pharmacy, is also located in the main building of SMSC. The pharmacy provides fast, friendly and convenient service. See your doctor at SMSC and before you leave the building, stop in at RNP and pick up your prescriptions!

SMSC continues to cultivate strong relationships in the community by supporting activities that

promote community health and well-being. SMSC hosts a free annual Community Health Fair, conducts sports physicals for local youth and offers men’s and women’s health seminars. SMSC also participates in local activities such as the Optimist Auction and Kiwanis Firecracker 100 Bicycle Race which both raise money to support area youth. SMSC has an active Relay for Life team and an annual United Way campaign for its employees. We are a member of the Chamber of Commerce and Stephenville Optimist Club.

Stephenville Medical and Surgical Clinic, from generation to generation, caring for your family.

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Off the beaten path

Local communities offer summer fun DONNIE BRYANT [Stephenville Empire-Tribune]

You don’t have to travel far to find something of entertainment value.

Driving no more than 30 miles from the Erath County Courthouse will afford some worthwhile experiences for anyone looking to widen their amusement horizons.

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Area Communities Bluff Dale A short trek of 13 miles on US Highway 377 will lead to Bluff Dale and the easy-living amenities it has to offer. One can take in a wine-tasting at Bluff Dale Vineyards, feast on a sumptuous meal at gourmet chef Curren Dodd’s Let’s Eat or even visit a lavender farm.

For those with a hearty American appetite, a stop by the Chuckwagon Steakhouse might be in order. It is estimated that no less than six tons of beef and catfish are prepared in the restaurant’s kitchen each year.

For after-dinner entertainment, a stop by the Greenwood Saloon might be just the right way to end an evening. Live music and a jukebox makes the place a natural for dancing.

Dublin Twelve miles south of Stephenville on US 377 will land you in Dublin, a town where every visitor can be Irish for the day.

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available with chances to stroll through Old Doc’s Soda Shop, the Dublin Historical Museum, the Rodeo Heritage Museum and the Ben Hogan Museum. And a tour of the Dublin Bottling Works is a must for visitors to the Irish Capital of the World.

Glen Rose It requires a 30 mile drive on US Highway 67 to get to Glen Rose, but the attractions available will make the distance worth the extra effort.

Its downtown area boasts plenty of specialty shops, museums, restaurants and the historic Somervell County Courthouse.

Outdoor enthusiasts will likely gravitate to the Brazos River for a true lazy river experience. To nab a taste of an African safari adventure, the Fossil Rim Wildlife Center offers visitors close encounters of the exotic animal kind.

And for Jurassic Park fans, there is the nearby Dinosaur World where a picnic under life-size replicas of dinosaurs can be enjoyed.

Granbury Granbury is an entertainment planner’s dream. The city took its attributes and marketed them into one of the state’s most popular destinations.

The town is home to a historic square that offers fine dining and unique

shopping as well as a lake that caters to those who are looking for outdoor opportunities for family fun.

Located less than 30 miles from Stephenville on Highway 377, Granbury makes for a excellent destination for fine dining, shopping and one of a kind bed and breakfast venues in the state.

top rung looks down upon the ground from 25 feet.

The store offers handcrafted Texas gifts and home décor as well as a feast of smoked brisket, ham, handmade fudge and other savory and sweet treats.

As one can see, there is no challenge in finding

short-range entertainment from the proximity of the Erath County Courthouse Moo-La Cow. One merely needs to open one’s eyes to the myriad of small town and western amusement to grasp the importance of the area’s treasures.

Hico This town can lay claim to some of the most interesting history in the area. A drive to the crossroads of Texas Highway 6 and US Highway 281 will bring you to the place purported to be the final resting place of famed outlaw Billy the Kid. A museum has been created to commemorate the famed desperado and features the escapades of the young man along with the controversial nature of his death.

The downtown area is host to fine dining, wine tasting and shops showcasing housewares and culinary fare.

If home cooking is the craving, a visit to the Koffee Kup Family Restaurant is in order. And the Wiseman House of Fine Handmade Chocolates can make for a satisfying landing-place for the most discerning of candy lovers.

Lipan Finally, a trip 22 miles along Highway 281 will bring a tourist to the Natty Flat Smokehouse and Gift Shop.

It is the home of the world’s tallest cedar rocker, whose

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deer along the trail. It is also within close access to hotels, restaurants and shopping.

parks & recreation

Splashville

Spashville Water Park, located at 850 S. Graham Street within City Park, offers residents a summer retreat close to home while at the same time beckoning visitors of all ages to dive into the fun.

The park features a splash and zero entry area for small children with features like water bugs, cannons, tipping buckets, See PARKS, 22

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The city of Stephenville works hard to provide residents and visitors with a respite from the hustle and bustle of daily life.

From a recently constructed hike and bike trail and sparkling water attraction to two inviting parks and a slew of year-round league events, the city is indeed a great place to raise a family and a good place to visit.

Bosque River Trail

On the west side of Graham Street bridge at Stephenville City Park, the Bosque River Trail invites walkers, hikers and bikers to enjoy 8,000 linear feet - about 1.5 miles - of pristine pathway that runs along the north bank of the Bosque River.

River views, wooded areas and sightings of native wildlife remind residents and guests that the city is nestled in the heart of rural America while connections to City Park, downtown and the Stephenville Historical Museum give a peek at other attractions.

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The larger, four-foot deep pool features 16 and 8-foot slides, lily pad walkway and a 275-foot lazy river.

Families can dive into a full-day of fun without worrying about missing snack time as an onsite concession stand offers a variety of treats.

In addition to open swimming, the facility hosts swimming lessons, water fitness classes, private parties and more.

The water park opens in late May and closes in late August every year.

baseball, soccer, basketball and information on karate, dance classes and more.

SPARD also welcomes private and community events to its two pavilions, Birdsong Amphitheater, Century Park Gazebo and encourages city residents and visitors to cast a line into the Bosque River or feed the ducks and geese resting on its banks.

Stephenville Optimist/Jaycee Park

City Park

Lighted softball and little league fields, tennis and horseshoe courts, shaded RV hook-ups, playgrounds, soccer fields, a shaded, winding walking trail and more await at Stephenville City Park.

Located at the intersection of Harbin Drive and Lingleville Road, the park features a jogging/walking track, baseball practice field, basketball court, picnic area and pavilion.

Recent upgrades to the park include shaded and fenced play structures allowing children to play in a safe, secure environment.

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City officials Veteran Services Arley Echols �����������������������������������(254) 965-1450 Extension Office ���������������������������������������������������������(254) 965-1460 Find a complete listing of county offices at co.erath.tx.us

City of Stephenville

City Hall ����������������������������������������������������������������������(254) 918-1220 City Administrator Mark Kaiser ��������������������������������(254) 918-1225 City Secretary Cindy Stafford �����������������������������������(254) 918-1212

Government

City Health Official

Dr. Kelly Doggett ��������������������������������������������������������(254) 968-5888

Erath County includes the communities of Stephenville, Dublin, Three Way, Morgan Mill, Bluff Dale, Lingleville, Huckabay, Selden, Alexander, Duffau Fire Chief Jimmy Chew ������������������������������� (254) 918-1210 ext. 243 and Clairette.

Fire Marshal Cody Derrick ����������������������������������������(254) 918-1250 Police Chief Patrick Bridges ��������������������������������������(254) 918-1271

Public Health and Safety

Emergency Services

Sheriff Tommy Bryant ������������������������������������������������(254) 965-3338 County Jail �������������������������������������������������������������������(254) 965-3221 Erath Volunteer Fire ���������������������������������������������������(254) 965-3388 Non-Emergency Dispatch ������������������������������������������(254) 965-3318 Emergency Coordinator John Wooley ����������������������(254) 965-1496 County Fire Marshal Steve Cole ��������������������������������(254) 965-6541

Stephenville City Council

Mayor Kenny Weldon Place 1 Casey Hogan Place 2 Malcolm Cross Place 3 Doug Svien Place 4 Russ McDanel Place 5 Brady Pendleton Place 6 Alan Nix Place 7 Martha Taylor District Judge Jason Cashon ��������������������������������������(254) 965-1485 Place 8 Scott Evans District Attorney Alan Nash ��������������������������������������(254) 965-1462 District Clerk Wanda Pringle ������������������������������������(254) 965-1486 For more information on Stephenville visit ci.stephenville.tx.us.

County Court Judge Bart McDougal �������������������������(254) 965-1417 Justice of the Peace Precinct 1 Shawnee Bass �����������(254) 965-1489 Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Bart Greenway ���������(254) 445-2766

Judicial Offices

Erath County Commissioners Court

Who is eligible to vote in Texas?

County Judge Tab Thompson ������������������������������������(254) 965-1452 Any United States citizen residing in Precinct 1 Dee Stephens ���������������������������������������������(254) 965-7178 Texas who is: Precinct 2 Herbert Brown ������������������������������������������(254) 445-3122 • At least 18 years of age (or 17 years and 10 months at date of Precinct 3 Joe Brown ��������������������������������������������������(254) 918-2113 application) Precinct 4 Scot Jackson ����������������������������������������������(254) 965-3561 • Not a convicted felon (unless sentence, probation and parole are completed) • Not declared mentally incompetent by a court of law

Other County Offices

County Health Officer Dr. Jeffery Moore �����������������(254) 968-6051 How to register to vote: Tax/Motor Vehicle - Stephenville ������������������������������(254) 965-8630 • Register in person at the Voter Registrar’s Office, located at 320 Tax/Motor Vehicle - Dublin ���������������������������������������(254) 445-4152 West College Street in Stephenville or at the county annex at 219 County Clerk Gwinda Jones ��������������������������������������(254) 965-1482 S. Grafton

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Get hooked up Enjoy some of the best hunting Atmos Energy (Gas) (800) 460-3030 www.atmosenergy.com CenturyLink (Phone, Internet) (800) 788-3500 www.centurylink.com City Water - Stephenville (254) 965-7887 www.ci.stephenville.tx.us City Water - Dublin (254) 445-3331 • www.ci.dublin.tx.us Hill Gas (Propane) (254) 968-8501 • www.hillgas.com Northland Communications (Cable, TV, Phone, Internet) (254) 968-4189 www.northlandcommunications.com Oncor Electric Delivery (888) 313-6862 • www.oncor.com TXU Electric 1-800-242-9113 • www.txu.com United Cooperative Services (Rural Electric) (254) 965-3153 • www.united-cs.com

and fishing Texas has to offer It’s easy to obtain a hunting or fishing license in Texas.

Recreational hunting and fishing licenses and stamp endorsements are available at approximately 2,000 locations throughout the state in addition to TPWD offices and parks. These locations include sporting goods stores, gun shops, department stores, discount stores, bait and tackle shops, grocery stores, and many other types of stores.

Licenses expire every year on Aug. 31. There is an exception with fishing licenses, which for a few dollars more, will expire one year from date of purchase.

For more information about hunting or fishing in Texas, visit www.tpwd.state.tx.us.

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DINING GUIDE

Erath County is home to some of the most fantastic restaurants in the state.

From famous pit barbecue to spicy Tex-Mex and juicy steaks - there is something in Stephenville and the surrounding area that is sure to satisfy any craving.

The following is a list of area restaurants that will help visitors navigate their way to the perfect dining destination. Bon appetit!

Barbecue: * Hard Eight BBQ 1091 Glen Rose Road (254) 968-5552 Natty Flat Smokehouse 19280 Hwy. 281 S., Lipan (254) 646-3844 R&R Bar-B-Q 110 Morgan Mill Rd. (254) 918-5337 * Tumbleweed BBQ 2202 W. South Loop (254) 968-0691

CASUAL DINING: * Agave Bar & Grill 1907 E. Washington (254) 968-5222 Barefoot Market 2187 W. South Loop (254) 965-7023 * Chili’s Grill & Bar 2805 W. Washington (254) 968-7800 * Cotton Patch Cafe 2860 W. Washington (254) 965-5255 The Feed Mill 513 W. Lingleville Road (254) 968-0015 See FOOD, 26

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* Montana Restaurant 1376 W. Washington (254) 968-5707

Golden China Restaurant 2900 W. Washington (254) 968-5522

Grandma B’s Café 3581 N. US Hwy. 281 (inside Stephenville Cattle Company) (254) 968-0200

* Peacock’s (2 locations) 1700 W. Lingleville Road (254) 968-4668 and 1615 South Loop (254) 968-2900

COFFEE HOUSES:

Granny Clark’s 213 N. Patrick, Dublin (254) 445-3444

* Simply Delicious 133 W. Washington (inside Rockin’ P) (254) 965-1920

* Grumps Burgers 1645 W. South Loop (254) 965-9659 * Jake & Dorothy’s Cafe 406 E. Washington (254) 965-5211 The Joint Pub & Pizzeria 641 S. Patrick, Dublin (254) 445-8041 * The Lookout Bar & Grill at Legends Country Club 137 Ben Hogan Drive (254) 968-2200

Wingstop 2811 W. Washington (254) 918-2100 * Woody’s Wood Fire Grill 17157 S. US Hwy. 377 (254) 445-3737

* Beans and Franks (gourmet coffee and hot dog bar) 1296 W. Washington (254) 965-4224 Starbucks 2807 W. Washington (254) 965-1930

DELI / SANDWICH SHOPS

CHINESE FOOD:

* Old Doc’s Soda Shop 105 E. Elm Street, Dublin (254) 445-3939

China King 2101 W. Washington (254) 918-1035

Quizno’s 2101 W. Washington (254) 965-9652

* Steve & Mary’s Corner Deli 2900 W. Washington (254) 968-5955 Subway (3 locations) 2765 W. Washington (inside Walmart) (254) 968-0110 100 N. Wolfe Nursery Rd. (254) 968-5111 1256 W. Washington (254) 965-6800

DONUTS: 7 Day Donuts 2029 W. Washington (254) 965-2224 * Baker’s Donuts 2285 Northwest Loop (254) 965-2142 Daylight Donuts 1835 W. Lingleville Rd. (254) 918-1133 See FOOD, 28

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Mexican Food: Castillo’s Restaurant 802 East Road (254) 968-5556 Don Nico’s (2 locations) 806 W. Washington (254) 968-0046 18945 West FM 8 (254) 968-6552 * Fuzzy’s Taco Shop 265 E. Washington (254) 965-3474 Habanero Mexican Cocina 2101 W. Washington (254) 918-2131 Jalisco Restaurant 865 W. Washington (254) 965-2655 La Esmeralda 810 N. Patrick, Dublin (254) 445-4060 Lupe’s Breakfast 1481 W. South Loop (254) 965-1084 * Mascorros Mexican Restaurant 2900 W. Washington (254) 968-4122 * Mi Familia 2029 W. Washington (254) 918-7400 * Pulido’s Restaurant 809 East Road (254) 965-4702 Reynaldo’s 306 E. Washington (254) 918-7396 * Santa Fe County Taco Co. 2330 W. Washington (254) 968-3668 The Vaquero 17898 S. US Hwy. 377, Dublin (254) 445-3600

PIZZA / ITALIAN: Antonio’s Italian Bistro 1044 W. Washington (254) 918-0780 * CiCi’s Pizza 2900 W. Washington (254) 968-3600 * Domino’s Pizza Dine In 1256 W. Washington (254) 968-5551 * Papa John’s Pizza 2111 W. Washington (254) 918-1030 * Pastafina’s Italian Ristorante 2897 W. Washington (254) 918-5552 * Pizza Hut 2320 W. Washington (254) 968-3941 * The Pizza Place 801 S. Harbin (254) 968-2512

QUICK SERVICE: * Chicken Express 2850 W. Washington (254) 965-4333 Dairy Queen (2 locations) * 1601 W. Washington (254) 968-2106 803 N. Patrick St., Dublin (254) 445-3610 Golden Chick (2 locations) 1112 W. Washington (254) 965-2474 1036 N. Patrick, Dublin (254) 445-1922 Jack in the Box 2801 W. Washington (254) 965-1026 KFC 2780 W. Washington (254) 918-5276

McDonald’s (2 locations) 1416 W. Washington (254) 965-3777 and 2819 W. Washington (254) 965-8928 Sonic (3 locations) * 1086 W. Washington (254) 965-7666 and 3010 W. Washington (254) 918-0399 941 N. Patrick, Dublin (254) 445-4447 Taco Bell 2769 W. Washington (254) 965-4312 * Taco Casa 2898 W. Washington (254) 965-3600 * Whataburger 2830 W. Washington (254) 968-6285 * Yogurt Delicious 100 Wolfe Nursery Rd. (254) 434-5227

STEAK / SEAFOOD: * Chuckwagon Steakhouse 26512 N. US Hwy. 377, Bluff Dale (254) 728-3470 Fiddle Creek Steakhouse 2004 W. Swan (254) 968-7500 Let’s Eat 28602 N. US Hwy. 377, Bluff Dale (254) 728-3635 Oak Dale Steak House and Soda Shoppe 9771 N. State Hwy. 108 (254) 918-2119 * Silver Dollar Steakhouse at The Hideaway Ranch & Retreat Located at the intersection of CR 196 & CR 1014 (254) 459-0545 * Active Stephenville Chamber of Commerce Member

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Hotels/Motels/Bed & Breakfasts * AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN 1625 W. South Loop; 254-968-2114; Facility offers 49 rooms, free full hot breakfast available every day, outdoor pool, laundry facility, 24 hour restaurant adjacent to property, horse pens available, pet friendly; www. abvistephenville.com

* CARAVAN INN 811 East Road; 254-965-5043; Facility offers 34 rooms, each with 32 inch LED TV and electronic lock, HBO, wireless internet, microwave and refrigerator, restaurant nearby

CENTRAL INN

723 N. Patrick, Dublin; 254-445-2138; Facility offers 21 rooms, outdoor pool, microwave and refrigerator, flat screen TV, HBO, wireless

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* DELUXE INN OF STEPHENVILLE 2865 W. Washington; 254-968-5256; Facility offers 100 rooms, free breakfast, conference/meeting/banquet facilities, outdoor pool, wireless internet, pet friendly; www.deluxeinnstephenville. com

* ECONO LODGE 2925 W. Washington; 254-965-7162; Facility offers 50 rooms, free continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free high speed Internet, Jacuzzi suites available, pet friendly, truck parking available; www. econolodge.com

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3030 W. Washington; 254-968-5003; Facility offers 26 non-smoking rooms and 6 smoking rooms, large area for truck parking, free continental breakfast, free internet and local phone calls, coffee pot in each room; www.knightsinn.com

701 E. South Loop; 254-968-3392; Facility offers 60 rooms, outdoor pool, conference rooms, wifi, HBO, pet friendly; www.motel6.com

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* HAMPTON INN AND SUITES 910 S. Harbin; 254-918-5400; Facility offers 64 rooms, studio suites, indoor heated pool, fitness room, conference facilities, hot breakfast, hi-speed internet, pet friendly, brand new fitness center, newly renovated lobby; www.hamptoninn. com

* HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS 121 S. Lockhart Road, Stephenville; 254-965-8899; Nonsmoking facility offers 82 rooms, business/ meeting rooms, microwave and refrigerator in all rooms, free hot breakfast, outdoor swimming pool; www.hiexpress.com

105 S. Christy Plaza; 254-918-2444; Located behind Chicken Express off W. Washington Street; 100% non-smoking facility offers 68 rooms, microwave and refrigerator in all rooms, conference rooms, free breakfast, hot tub suites, outdoor pool & hot tub, free hi-speed internet, pet friendly; www.lq.com

* LAZY DAYS BED ANd BREAKFAST

1912 US Highway 108; 254-965-5843; Located on 12 acres right at the edge of Stephenville, 3 log cabins or 3 bedrooms inside the Main House, outdoor swimming pool, hot tub, grill, pet friendly, wide variety of breakfast options available; www. lazydaysbedandbreafast. com

* PATRICK STREET INN 512 N. Patrick Street; 254445-4922; 4 bedrooms available in this Victorianstyle bed and breakfast, once the Earp family home, relax on the wraparound porch and enjoy the old pecan trees and flowers, located near Veldhuizen Family Farm, Dublin Bottling Works and Old Doc’s Soda Shop & Museum and only 11 miles from Proctor Lake, vast breakfast menu; www. patrickstreetinn.com

* ROUGH CREEK LODGE

* September song bed and breakfast 615 N. Clinton Street; 254-965-6104; Home Away From Home - Located right outside historic downtown Stephenville; Facility offers 2 rooms, each with a private bathroom and one with a two person jacuzzi tub; variety of breakfast choices; www. septembersongbnb.com

* SUPER 8 921 S. Second Street; 254-965-0888; Located 3 miles from Lone Star Arena; Facility offers 50 rooms, free continental breakfast, outdoor pool, free high speed internet, pet friendly; www.super8. com

* THE HIDEAWAY RANCH & RETREAT

1022 Private Road 1250, Bluff Dale; 254-823-6606; 866-609-4433; A secluded romantic retreat nestled in the beautiful North Texas Hill Country. 10 cabins, private hot tubs, fully furnished kitchens, A/C heating units, massage packages, gift shop, horseback riding, hayrides, archery range, and scavenger hunts, home to the Silver Dollar Steakhouse; www.thehideawayranch. com * Active Stephenville Chamber of Commerce Member

800-864-4705; Executive 5-star retreat/resort located 25 miles east of Stephenville near Glen Rose; featuring 59 luxury guest suites, cabins and homes, spa, family swimming pool & adult swimming pool, restaurant, horseback riding, bird & deer hunting, archery, fishing, shooting sports, zipline, climbing wall, catering & weddings; www.roughcreek.com

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Museums bring Erath County history to life STEPHENVILLE

Stephenville Museum

In historic Erath County, the Stephenville Museum is dedicated to collecting and preserving historical artifacts and structures and educating the public about the history of Stephenville and the surrounding area. The museum grounds have 10 nineteenth century structures furnished with period furniture and artifacts.

The Chapel on the Bosque and the museum grounds are available for indoor and outdoor special events.

The museum hosts two free events on the grounds each year.

By Gone Days on the Bosque takes place on the second Saturday in October and the Native and Heirloom Plant Fair is held in April. The museum is located at 525 E. Washington Street.

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COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION • Recreation Hall 254-918-1295 • Splashville 254-918-1219 • Senior Citizen’s 254-918-1288

• Library • Airport

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SPECIAL EVENTS JANUARY

Library New Year’s Celebration

FEBRUARY

Library Movie Lover’s Month Senior Citizen’s Sweet Heart Dance Senior Citizen Tax Assistance Program

MARCH

Zonta Penny Auction Spring Break Camp Library Luck & Leprechauns Party Senior Citizen St Patrick’s Day Potluck Senior Citizen Tax Assistance Program

APRIL

Easter Egg Hunt Fish Day in the Park Library Spring Fling Event Senior Citizens Easter Potluck Senior Citizens Sr. Challenge

MAY

JUNE

Texstar Ford Summer Concert Series ASA Youth and Adults Softball Tournaments Sports Camps Summer Concerts Splashville Movies and Fireworks Library Summer Reading Program Library Picnic with Pop Senior Citizens Father’s Day Celebration

JULY

Independence Day Celebration Splashville Movies and Fireworks Library Summer Reading Program Senior Citizens Fourth of July Luncheon Library Summer Reading Program Luau at the Library

AUGUST

Splashville Movies and Fireworks Library End of Summer Bash Senior Citizen Hand and Foot Tournament

OCTOBER

Fall Festival Senior Citizen Chili Cook-off Haunted Happenings at the Library Senior Citizens Flu Shot Clinic

NOVEMBER

Arts Crafts and Gift Show Library Feast of Treats Senior Citizens Veteran’s Day Program Senior Citizens Thanksgiving Potluck Senior Citizen Meals on Wheels Angel Tree

DECEMBER

Holly Jolly Christmas Library Holiday Open House Library All Aboard the Polar Express Holiday Dance Recital Senior Citizens Christmas Caroling Senior Citizens Christmas Potluck

Antique Tractor Show SEPTEMBER Memorial Day Remembrance Turn Over a New Leaf at the Library-Learn Splashville Opens Something New Every Week!

Library Mother’s Day Tea Senior Citizens Grandparent Program Senior Citizens Mother’s Day Celebration

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Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council River North Gallery

The goal of the Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council is to enrich and enhance the artistic environment of the Cross Timbers Area and make cultural activities accessible to all citizens. The arts come alive through the many events hosted throughout the year, including monthly art exhibits, ballet performances, concerts and more.

CTFAC programs include music, theater, dance and art. The arts council also sponsors children’s theater, youth concerts, art camps and public art education programs in its eight-county service area.

The River North Gallery is located at 204 River North Blvd. For more information, visit www.ctfac.com or call 254-965-6190.

DUBLIN Ben Hogan Museum

This is the first and only museum honoring legendary pro-golfer Ben Hogan and features rare and unique artifacts from Hogan’s youth and career. A Dublin native, Hogan first picked up a golf club at a very young age and even fashioned his own golf clubs at the Dublin blacksmith shop where he worked.

The museum has received the endorsement and support from the Hogan Foundation in Fort Worth and the Hogan family. For more information, call 254-445-4466, stop by the museum at 121 E. Blackjack or visit benhoganmuseum.org.

Dublin Historical Museum

It is at the Dublin Historical Museum where the people’s story is told - from farmers, doctors, lawyers, homemakers, preachers, teachers and more. The museum features thousands of ordinary - and extraordinary - artifacts that tell the stories of Dubliners. A docent will provide a guided tour or you can browse at your own pace. The museum is located 116 W. Blackjack Street in Dublin and is open 1-5 p.m. daily. For more information, call 254-4454550.

Dublin Rodeo Heritage Museum

This museum is filled with memorabilia from the heyday of Everett Colborn, producer of the world-famous Dublin rodeo.

Also on exhibit are artifacts from world champion cowboys Harry

Tompkins, Ty Murray and others. There is a special exhibit that spotlights the first sanctioned event of the National Cutting Horse Association which was held in Dublin.

The Dublin Rodeo Heritage Museum is open afternoons Monday-Saturday. The museum and gift shop are located at 118 W. Blackjack Street in Dublin. For more information, (254) 4450200.

Old Docs Soda Shop

Old Docs Soda Shop and W.P. “Bill” Kloster Museum Annex Stroll up to the beautifully restored soda fountain and experience an array of soft drinks made the old-fashioned way - with pure cane sugar - at Dublin Bottling Works.

Tours of the bottling area give visitors an up-close look at how soft drinks are produced still using the 1930s era equipment.

The museum also features a gift shop located inside Old Doc’s Soda Shop.

The new W.P. “Bill” Kloster Museum Annex is located across the street from the bottling plant and will house more of the collection, including a recreation of Billie Kloster’s office with floor-toceiling Dr Pepper artifacts. The museum and soda shop are open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 888-3981024 or visit dublinbottlingworks.com.

SURROUNDING AREA Gordon Center

The W. K. Gordon Center for Industrial History of Texas, a research facility of Tarleton State University, is a combined museum and special collections library. Located at the site of the Thurber ghost town, its interactive exhibits explore the birth and death of a company town.

Billy the Kid Museum

Located in Hico, the museum is a privately owned enterprise that invites guests to learn about the legend of Billy the Kid and the history of Hico while shopping for souvenirs and gifts. Enjoy viewing old photos of historical figures and reading the letters and various documents that tell the colorful story of early Hico.

You can also get caught up in the legend of Billy the Kid. The museum is open 10 a.m-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday and 1-5 p.m. on Sunday. For more information call 254-796-2523 or visit billythekidmuseum.com.

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annual events January • • • • •

AQHA Horse Show Cross Timbers Family Services Better Beginnings Benefit Dublin Chamber of Commerce Banquet Erath County Junior Livestock Show & Sale Knights of Columbus Challenge of Champions Soccer Tournament

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Kiwanis Pancake Supper Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council Ragin’ Cajun Stephenville Chamber of Commerce Banquet & Auction Stock Horse of Texas Horse Show Ultra Club Big Band Dance World Series Team Roping

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Dublin St. Patrick’s Day Celebration Foster’s Home for Children Charity Auction Land of the Cowboy Team Roping Lone Star Stock Horse of Texas Show Runnin’ with Faith 5K & Craft Show Tarleton FFA Contests Zonta Club Penny Auction

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281 Speedway Spring Fling Antique Tractor Show & Pull Bowl for Kids’ Sake Community Wide Easter Egg Hunt Goals for the Future Soccer Tournament Healthy Kids Day Larry Joe Taylor’s Texas Music Festival & Chili Cook-Off Native & Heirloom Plant Fair PBR Spring Fling Bull Riding & Bull Futurity Tarleton Outdoors / Fish Day in the Park Tarleton Roundup CommunityWide Cleanup Day

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Tarleton State University Stampede Rodeo Stephenville Evening Lions Club Upland Bird Extravaganza

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City of Champions Shootout Soccer Tournament Cowboy Capital Classic Mounted Shooting Cowboy Capital Classic USTRC Regional Team Roping Cowboy Capital Multiple Sclerosis Trail Ride Erath County Volunteer Fire Department Hamburger Supper & Dessert Auction Hico Texas Steak Cook-Off National Day of Prayer Event Optimist Club Auction Relay for Life

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Bruner Motors Classic Car Show Dublin Barbecue Beans and Blarney Cook-off Dublin Bottling Works Birthday Celebration Jogging for Judah Adoption Fund Run Keep Stephenville Beautiful Garden Tour Meals on Wheels Sporting Clay Fun Shoot

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4th of July Parade, Concert & Fireworks AQHA Horse Show Christian Classic Cruisers Car Show Firecracker 100 Bike Ride & Race Hico Old Settler’s Reunion TexStar Ford Summer Concert

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By-Gone Days on the Bosque Cowboy Capital Barrel Racing Finals Lions Club Halloween Spooktacular Half Marathon, 10K and 5K Safe Trick ‘R Treat Tarleton Homecoming Parade & Festivities Tarleton Wellness Expo

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Arts, Crafts & Gifts Show Big Band, BBQ & Boch Big Brothers Big Sisters Dancing for the Stars Cross Timbers Pregnancy Care Center Banquet Morgan Mill Community-Wide Thanksgiving Meal Texas State Championship Sheep Dog Trial

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281 Speedway Speedfest Chamber New Educator Breakfast Cowboy Capital of the World Pro Rodeo Hamilton Dove Festival Joe Beaver’s Jr. Superstars Labor Day Roping Morgan Mill Arts & Crafts Fair Rhymes & Vines Music Festival Run for Recovery 5K USCRA Calf Roping National Finals

Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council Tour of Homes Dublin’s Shamrocks and Holly Christmas Festival Holly Jolly Christmas on the Downtown Square Tarleton Arts & Crafts Showcase For event dates, visit the Chamber website at www.stephenvilletexas.org

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Stephenville Public Library 174 N. Columbia St. 254-918-1240; Fax: 254-918-1208 Director: Mary Merideth Regular Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 10 a.m.

-6 p.m.; Thursday 12-8 p.m.; Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

Dublin Public Library 206 W. Blackjack St 254-445-4141; Fax: 254-445-2176 Director: Sandra Thomas E-mail: dublin.library@ ci.dublin.tx.us Regular Hours: TuesdayFriday 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

Stephenville Senior Citizens Center 254-918-1288 Located at 164 E. College Street, the Stephenville Senior Citizens Center is a recreational facility that provides socialization, funfilled activities, educational programs and serving the needs of the elderly.

The center is open from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Monday-Friday.

On Tuesday nights there is country/western dance with live bands from 7-9:30 p.m.

Cost is $5 per person. There is a potluck luncheon at noon on Wednesdays Membership is free.

Dublin Senior Citizens Center 254-445-2006 Located at 202 E. Clinton Street the Dublin Senior Citizens Center is open to residents age 55 and older and the spouses of members age 55 and older regardless of age. The center offers wellness and blood pressure checks the third Wednesday of each month before its potluck lunch.

At 9:30 a.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday, the center offers “sitter-size,” an exercise program for senior citizens.

Stephenville Daycare Centers

Nurture n’ Nature 1225 W South Loop (254) 965-4849 www.bymomswhoknow.com www.faithlutheranstephenville.org/ Pre-k, after school care program and drop-in available for school.html children, six weeks to 12 years Faith School accepts children, old. The center also offers newborn-after schoolers, and extended hours from 6:30 a.m. offers private instruction prekindergarten and kindergarten -6:30 p.m. classes.

Rocky Point Christian Academy Happy Days Child Development 3595 CR 178 (254) 965-3582 Center www.rpcacademy.com 205 River North Blvd.

Rocky Point offers Christian (254) 968-8982 www.happydays-hangtime.com education for children two years old- 6th grade.

Happy Days is accepting children, newborn-12 years old, Stepping Stones Day and offers a pre-kindergarten, School after school care program and 328 W. Washington summer camp.

(254) 965-3320 www.fumcstephenville.org Kinderbridge Private school offering threeFirst Baptist Church of year-old nursery school, fourStephenville year-old preschool and five(254) 965-3187 year-old kindergarten. www.fbcstephenville.org Kinderbridge accepts children Tree House Afterschool 2-4 years old.

Program 422 W. Washington Kindercare Christian (254) 965-9756 Pre-School Graham Street Church of Christ Free after school care for children of qualifying families, 312 North Graham ages kindergarten through (254) 965-4510 fourth grade.

Faith School at Faith Lutheran Church 3000 Northwest Loop (254) 968-2344

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281 Speedway

The speedway is located approximately three miles north of Stephenville on US Highway 281.

The “Full Program” includes IMCA modified, sport mod, stock car, hobby, street stock and compact cruiser events on Saturday nights from late-May through September.

For most events, gates open at 6 p.m. with the action hitting the track at 8 p.m.

For more information, call (254) 9653092, log on to www.281speedway. com or call promoter David Crenshaw at (817) 721-5204 or e-mail 281speedway@gmail.com.

Chicken House Flea Market

Located on US Highway 377 south of Stephenville, the flea market offers a slew of vendors to keep every bargain shopper entertained. The flea market is open on the second and fourth weekend of every month, except December, when it is open the second and third weekend.

A cafe and more than 100 booths are located inside the chicken house, and an array of vendors set up shop outdoors.

For more information, call (254) 968-0888.

Cinemark Cinema 6

Cinema 6 is located in the Bosque River Center at 2900 W. Washington Street. Call (800) 326-3264 for show times, enter theater code 1231, or log on to www.cinemark.com, enter zip code 76401.

The theater’s office may be reached by calling (254) 968-6080.

The Clyde H. Wells Fine Arts Center & Gallery

The center and gallery are located at Tarleton State University in Stephenville and are home to productions and exhibits throughout the year. Previous events have included Moscow Ballet’s Repertory performance of suites from The Nutcracker, Sleeping Beauty, and Swan Lake.

For more information on events and ticket prices, call (254) 968-9634 or view the university’s calendar online at www.tarleton.edu/calendar - for center listings chooses Fine Arts in the categories drop down box.

Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council

CTFAC is a non-profit fine arts organization with a mission of enriching and enhancing the artistic

environment of the Cross Timbers Area and making cultural activities accessible to all citizens.

Each year, CTFAC sponsors or cosponsors a variety of events that include music, theater, dance and art exhibits, and also sponsors children’s theater, youth concerts, art camps and public school Art-inEducation programs, many of which serve rural schools in the eightcounty service area.

For information, including a schedule of events, visit www.ctfac.com or call (254) 965-6190.

Flamingo Bingo

Located at 810 FM 205 in Stephenville, Flamingo Bingo offers weekly promotions and specials throughout the year. Hours of operation are Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday at 6:45 p.m., Friday 6:45 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. and closed Tuesday and Sunday.

For more information, contact the bingo hall at (254) 965-4300.

Legends Country Club

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Lone Star Arena

Lone Star Arena, located on US Highway 377 just north of Stephenville, is the city’s rodeo hub and hosts more than 100 events annually, including barrel racing, bull riding, cutting, reining, roping as well as special events such as fundraisers, concerts and the circus.

The facility is home to the Arena Grub Cafe and Cowboy Club Bar, where attendees can get their grub or drink on during events.

An updated events schedule is located on the arena’s Web site at www.lonestararena.com. For more information, call (254) 965-7981.

Lone Star Lanes

Located at 1815 W. Lingleville Highway in Stephenville, the bowling

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Proctor Lake

Just a short drive away, 10 miles south of Dublin on US Highway 377, Proctor Lake is a Corps of Engineers lake that offers recreational activities, excellent bass and crappie fishing, admission for day trippers and facilities for primitive and RV camping at three separate parks.

For complete information or to make reservations, call (254) 879-2424 or (877) 444-6777.

Rough Creek Lodge and Resort

Rough Creek sits on 11,000 acres at the edge of the Texas Hill Country

— just a few miles from the town of Glen Rose on US Highway 67.

The facility offers lodging, fine dining, hunting, fishing, zip line and mountain climbing, disc golf, spa facilities and much more.

For more information, visit www. roughcreek.com or call (888) 6701223.

Splashville

One of Stephenville’s newest attractions, Splashville Water Park offers fun for children of all ages.

The park features a splash and zero entry area with fun, handson water features like waterbugs, water cannons, tipping buckets, mushroom waterfalls and a threefoot slide.

The large pool offers 16-foot and 8-foot slides and a lily pad walkway while the lazy river offers a place to kick back and relax.

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The Ville Go Kart Racing

A concession stand and birthday party packages are available.

For pricing, hours of operation, special events information and pool rules, visit the city’s Web site at www.ci.stephenville.tx.us or call (254) 918-2088.

Located at 6340 US Highway 377 between Stephenville and Dublin, The Ville, offers four-wheeled fun for the entire family. The facility was located 6-11 p.m. Friday, noon-11 p.m. Saturday and noon-6 p.m. on Sunday. For more information call 254-485-5057 or like the business on Facebook.

Stephenville Roller Rink

Rockin’ P

NIGHTLIFE

Rockin’ P is a private club located at 133 W. Washington Street, on the courthouse square in Stephenville.

The club hosts live music, pool tables, a projection television and karaoke for members 21 and older.

Memberships are free. Hours of operation are Monday-Friday 4 p.m.midnight and Saturday 7:30 p.m.-1 a.m. For more information, call (254) 968-5626.

A blast from the past, Stephenville Roller Rink, located on Pigeon Road (FM 2303) offers fun and exercise all rolled into one. Traditional and speed roller skates are available. Private events and birthday parties are also available.

Hours vary depending on season.

Current summer hours are Friday and Saturday, 7:30-11 p.m. Extended hours in the fall include Sunday 3-5 p.m. Call the roller rink at (254) 9684040 for hours and availability or to arrange a private party.

Bostock’s Billiards & Bar

Woody’s West Wing

Tejas Golf Course

Heralded as the largest private club in Texas, City Limits is located at 1801 E. Washington (US Highway 377 Business) in Stephenville.

Regular hours of operation are Thursday, 7 p.m.-midnight; Friday, 7 p.m.-midnight; and Saturday 7 p.m.-1 a.m. City Limits hosts concerts and is a hot spot for the Texas Music scene. For information on special events, drink specials, booking or ticket and membership prices, call (254) 968-5222 or log on to www. citylimitstexas.com.

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The 9-hole course features two water holes and one with sand traps.

Hours of operation are 7 a.m. until dark daily, when green fees are good for all-day play (call for pricing).

A twilight fee of $10 is offered beginning at 4 p.m. Monday-Friday.

Food, beverages and cart rentals are available. For more information, call (254) 965-3904.

Bostock’s is located across from Tarleton State University’s administration building, at 1348 W. Washington Street in Stephenville.

Information on entertainment, events and pricing may be obtained by calling (254) 965-3311 or online at www.bostocks.com.Hours of operation: Monday-Friday, 12 p.m.12 a.m.; Saturday, 12 p.m.-1 a.m. and Sunday, 12 p.m.-12 a.m.

City Limits

Custom pool tables, great music and premium beverages are the main features of this sports bar.

You will find yourself surrounded by authentic memorabilia, neon lights and a Harley Davidson motorcycle in a relaxed atmosphere. Live music on weekends. The club is also available for wedding receptions and private parties. Located at 17157 South US Highway 377, just outside of Stephenville only minutes from Tarleton State University. Call (254) 445-3737 for more information.

Bull Nettle

Located at 1755 W. South Loop in Stephenville, Bull Nettle Sports Grill & Bar has gone through a transformation from a restaurant to the only sports bar in Stephenville.

There are 13 TV’s located throughout the restaurant, 8 of which are high definition and they also have a 7 foot projection screen to put you right in the middle of the action. Bull Nettle shows them all, from football and basketball to MMA fights and rodeo.

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wineries Bluff Dale Vineyards

5222 County Road 148, Bluff Dale (254) 728-3540 www.bluffdalevineyards.com 20 minutes north of Stephenville

Barking Rocks Winery & Vineyard 1919 Allen Court, Granbury (817) 579-0007 www.barkingrockswine.com 40 minutes north of Stephenville

Red Caboose Winery 1147 CR 1110, Meridian (254) 435-9911 www.redcaboosewinery.com 1 hour south of Stephenville

Brennan Vineyards

802 S. Austin St., Comanche (325) 356-9100 www.brennanvineyards.com 40 minutes west of Stephenville

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area clubs stephenville area civic clubs * American Association of University Women 3rd Thursday – location TBA Kathy Saunders: (254) 592-9954 American Legion Roger Easter: (254) 965-0806 www.turnbow-higgspost240.org

* American Legion Auxiliary Joanna Lay: (254) 965-7500 * Art Divas of CTFAC Marianne Mullins: (432) 631-4474 www.ctfac.com * Cross Timbers Business and Professional Women 1st Tuesday, noon; 3rd Tuesday evening Kimberly Barrier: crosstimbersbpw@yahoo.com

www.crosstimbersbpw.com

* Stephenville 20th Century Club Jan Anderson: (254) 396-2755 * Stephenville Bass Club 1st Tuesday, 7:30 pm VFW Hall Jerry Land: (254) 968-4568 * Stephenville Evening Lions Club 2nd & 4th Wednesday, 7:00 pm – Horton Ranch R. D. Feemster: (254) 965-1963, president@ eveninglions.org www.eveninglions.org * Stephenville Lions Club Every Friday, noon City Hall/Agave Cindy Watkins: (254) 977-1414 www.stephenvillelions.com * Stephenville Masonic Lodge John Musgrove: (254) 965-4175 lodge267@gmail.com

* Cross Timbers Republican Women 3rd Thursday, noon – Citibank Community Room Mary Ford: (469) 417-8090 www.ctrwc.org

* Stephenville Optimist Club Every Wednesday, noon City Hall at City Limits Bob Fain: (254) 968-3331

Daughters of the American Revolution Dianne Day: (325) 642-0412

* Stephenville Rotary Club Every Thursday, 11:45 AM City Hall at City Limits Burton Smith: (254) 965-5590

Erath County Genealogical Society Janella Hendon: (254) 445-2982 * Erath County Republican Party Danny Pelton: (254) 644-0422 www.erathcountygop.com * Kiwanis Club of Stephenville Every Tuesday, noon Fiddle Creek Donna Kirklen: (254) 592-4643 www.stephenvillekiwanis.com

* Stephenville Study Club Patricia Weldon: (254) 965-2090 * Zonta Club 2nd & 4th Tuesday, noon (women) – location TBA Darla Fent: (254) 968-8335 STEPHENVILLE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Association of Texas Professional Educators Brenda Burks: (254) 592-9082 www.atpe.org

* Christian Classic Cruisers Israel Perez: (254) 434-3532 * Cowboy Capital of the World Pro Rodeo Association July Danley: (254) 965-5313 www.cowboycapitalprcarodeo.com

* Friends of the Stephenville Public Library Sarah Cannady: (254) 592-2938 * Keep Stephenville Beautiful Janet Whitley: (254) 968-2571 www.keepstephenvillebeautiful.com

* Cross Timbers Ducks Unlimited Wes Powell: (254) 592-7968 www.crosstimbersdu.com * Cross Timbers Fine Arts Council Julie Crouch: (254) 965-6190 www.ctfac.com * Cross Timbers Pregnancy Care Center Ashley Graves: (254) 965-6031 www.ctpcc.org Disabled American Veterans Chapter 234 Harry Woodward: (817) 907-9038 davstephenville@yahoo.com * Erath County Friends of the NRA Michelle Davison: (254) 968-3112 * Erath County Habitat for Humanity David Baskett: (254) 965-3166 www.erathcountyhabitat.org * Erath County Historical Commission Cathey Hartmann: (254) 728-3286 * Erath County United Way Aileen Truax: (254) 965-4429 ecuw@embarqmail.com

www.erathcountyuw.org * Friends of the Dick Smith Library Donna Savage: (254) 968-9246 www.tarleton.edu/ORG/friends

* Stephenville Athletic Booster Club Darrell Brown: (254) 968-9256 www.stephenvilleathleticboosterclub.com

Stephenville Soccer Association Ruurd Stoker: ssa@ stephenvillesoccer.org www.stephenvillesoccer.org Stephenville Visual Arts Boosters Emily McLemore: (254) 968-4141 x6455 www.stephenvillevisualartboosters.blogspot.com

Texas Health Harris Methodist Erath County Auxiliary Kimberly Leondar: (254) 965-1515 www.texashealth.org/Stephenville

* Active Stephenville Chamber of Commerce Member DUBLIN CIVIC CLUBS American Legion PowellDavidson Post 219 Darlene West: (254) 893-7840 Dublin Garden Club Katherine Prater: (254) 965-0944 Dublin Lions Club Every Tuesday, 7:00 am – Dublin Dairy Queen Mac McKinnon: (254) 445-2515 Dublin Rotary Club Every Tuesday at noon Lee Leatherwood: (254) 396-5091

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area civic clubs Dublin Masonic Lodge Larry Fletcher: (254) 396-5547

Dublin Athletic Boosters Jimmy Holleman: (254) 445-2400

Thursday Women’s Club Lisa Leatherwood: 254) 445-2431

Dublin Historical Society Mary Yantis: (254) 445-4559

DUBLIN NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

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Stephenville Clark Regional Airport

CALEB MCCAIG [caleb.mccaig@empiretribune.com]

The airport is located approximately one mile east of downtown Stephenville on the east side of U.S. Highway 281. Stephenville Clark Regional Airport has one runway, a public aircraft apron and stub and parallel taxiways that connect the apron to the runways. The airport has a new terminal building which contains waiting areas, an office,

a conference room and bathrooms. There are two large hangars and three T-hangars at the airport. Hangars may be rented through airport management.

The City of Stephenville has been implementing airport improvement projects which are jointly funded by grants through the Texas Department of Transportation and the Federal Aviation Administration. The purpose of the

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employment agencies Looking for work or a new career?

Let these local organizations help you find the job you’ve always dreamed of.

Work Force Solutions of North Central Texas 2165 W. South Loop Suite 2, Stephenville 254-965-5100

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Key Personnel 2180 W. South Loop, Stephenville 254-965-3719

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Personnel Services of Stephenville 1359 W. South Loop Suite A, Stephenville 254-965-7904

Social Security Information: The closest Social Security office is in Cleburne 817-645-7448

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projects are to improve are to improve current conditions of the runways, lighting systems and facilities. The projects include extending runway protection zones and object free areas; reconstruction of runway and taxiway; widening of the runway; striping and marking of the runway; rehabilitation of the apron access, cross taxiway, apron areas and the west T-hangar access taxiway; relocation of runway lights; a new T-hangar; a new fueling system; and relocation of fencing. Future projects include extending the runway; expansion of the apron area for tie downs; and commercial hangars.

Location: Facilities are located on Hwy 281, approximately ¼ mile south of Hwy 377.

Latitude: 32-12-55.205N Longitude: 098-10-43.545.W Elevation: 1321 Ft. MSL Sectional: DALLAS-FT WORTH Runway Dimensions: 75’ X 4200’ Attendance Schedule: Monday – Friday: 8:00am-5:00pm, Saturday: 9:00am-4:00pm

Services: Fuel available- Jet A; 100LL After hours call: 1-254-631-9323 or 1-254-893-23744 (All major credit cards accepted) Airframe service- Major Power plant service- Major Courtesy transportation Lights: Dusk to dawn Airport identification: KSEP Source: http://www.ci.stephenville.tx.us

Public Transportation City And Rural Rides is a rural public transit service operated

by Central Texas Rural Transit District. Transportation is available to the general public. Anyone can schedule a ride to any location in their service area and to limited cities out of our area.

CARR can be used for various reasons including shopping, work, beauty shop visits, visiting family or friends, and doctor visits.

CARR requires that trips be scheduled one business day in advance by 3:30 p.m. For more information or to schedule a ride, call 1-800-710-2277. For Deaf/Hard of hearing customers (TTY/ TDD) call 1-800-735-2989 or 711 (TTY Relay).

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RV PARKS Whether you’re making a stop on your crosscountry trip or coming to Erath County for a specific reason, there are plenty of places to park your homesweet-RV.

• Stephenville City Park - The shaded RV area at Stephenville City Park offers a view of the Bosque River.

RV spaces are $15 per night with a reduced rate for senior citizens of $10 per night. For more information, call the Stephenville Department of Parks and Recreation department at (254) 918-1295.

• Hoofprints RV Park and Horse Motel - This facility is located at the intersection of Hwy. 281 and Hwy. 108 with cabins and 14 spaces with full hook-ups including water, sewer and 30-50- amp power. Additionally, there are nine spaces for larger trucks and trailers, with an extra five spaces to accommodate back-ins with full hook-ups. Rates are $20 per night for 30 amp power and $23 per night for 50 amp power. For more information, call (254) 968-4393 or www.hoofprintsranch.com.

• Lost Creek RV Park- Just on the south edge of Stephenville on Hwy 281, travelers can park their RVs at Lost Creek RV Park, featuring 39 spaces with 30 and 50-amp full-service hook-ups, which includes wifi, water and sewer utilities. Laundro-

mat available. Prices range for $26 per day and the site is open yearround. For further information, contact Lost Creek at 254-965-6223.

• Camel Stop RV Park- Head south on Hwy 377 to enjoy a park that offers 40 overnight full-service hookups with 30-50-amp power, but 9 RV villas and 39 pull-through spaces, as well. These are three spaces that can accommodate your RV with covered parking and storage buildings attached. The park also offers a swimming pool, free Wi-fi and a laundromat. Prices are $23 and $25 per night. For more information, call (254) 445-3889.

• If your traveling takes you to the southern edge of Erath County, Dublin has just the spot for you at the Dublin City Park. For $15 per night, campers can enjoy 11 spots featuring 20-amp and 30-amp of electricity with nearby water and sewer dumpsites. To reserve your space, contact Dublin City Hall at (254) 445-3331.

• For an outstanding camping experience, make your way to Promontory Park where you will find 81 RV

sites, three group shelters and five screened shelters. For complete information, contact 254-893-7545 and for reservations call 877-444-6777.

• Celebration Events Center Located at 9710 CR 109 in Stephenville, this park offers RV hookups for $25 per day and $350 per month. Horse stalls are also for rent.

For more information, visit www. celebrationeventcenter.com.

• Lone Star Arena - Located at 4696 N. US Hwy 377 in Stephenville, Lone Star Arena offers 100 RV hook-ups, 30-amp, $25 per night. For more information, call (254) 9657981 or visit www.lonestararena. com.

• Melody Mountain Ranch - Located at 1290 CR 707 in Stephenville, Melody Mountain Ranch offers full RV hook-ups, 30 and 50-amp, with nightly, weekly and monthly rates.

Tent camping available. For more information, call (254) 968-0801 or visit www.melodymountainranch. com.

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SOCIAL SERVICES ALCOHOL / DRUG TREATMENT SERVICES

Texas Neighborhood Services Head Start 1290 Race Street (254) 965-5582

STAR Council on Substance Abuse 239 S. Virginia (254) 965-5515

Tree House After School Program 422 W. Washington (254) 965-9756

Summer Sky Treatment Center 1100 N. McCart (254) 968-2907

FOOD ASSISTANCE

Touchstone Ranch Recovery Center 15751 S. US Hwy. 281 (254) 918-2009 CHILD / YOUTH SERVICES Big Brothers Big Sisters of Erath County 544 W. Washington (254) 918-7295 CASA for the Cross Timbers Area 6556 S. US Hwy. 377 (254) 965-6610 Early Childhood Intervention of North Central Texas Birth – 3 Years Old (888) 754-0524 Erath County Child Welfare Board 2175 W. South Loop (254) 965-2605 Erath County Scouting Office 1917 W. Washington (254) 918-0442 Foster’s Home for Children 1779 N. Graham (254) 968-2143 Texas Neighborhood Services Early Head Start 1010 S. Graham St. (254) 965-5896

Come Eat Mobile Soup Kitchen P.O. Box 234, Morgan Mill (817) 913-1235 Erath County Meals on Wheels 1306 E. Washington (254) 965-3510 Heavenly Branch 4819 CR 303 (254) 977-2141 The Pantry & More 1599 E. Washington (254) 968-5575 INTELLECTUAL & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY SERVICES Dept. of Assistive & Rehabilitative Services 1306 E. Washington (254) 968-0985 Greater Erath County Special Education Shared Services Arrangement 420 N. Camden, Dublin (254) 445-2229 Pecan Valley Centers for Behavioral and Developmental Health Care 906 Lingleville Rd. (254) 968-4181 Crisis Hotline (800) 772-5987

The Company of Rock House 2252 Lingleville Rd. (254) 968-4004 MEDICAL SERVICES American Cancer Society (800) 651-5199 Carter BloodCare (800) 366-2834 Choices Clinic 2301 Northwest Loop (254) 965-5139 Community Health Clinic 160 River North Blvd.

(254) 965-2500 Cross Timbers Pregnancy Care Center 1902 W. Sloan (254) 965-6031 Erath County Indigent Health Program 100 W. Washington (254) 965-1452 PERSONAL / FAMILY SERVICES Cross Timbers Family Services 1794 N. Graham (254) 965-4357 Dept. of Family & Protective Services 2175 W. South Loop (254) 965-2605 Dept. of Health & Human Services 2175 W. South Loop (254) 965-3138

RENTAL ASSISTANCE Casa Brendan, Inc. (elderly & seniors 62+ years old) 1300 W. Hyman (254) 965-6964 Dublin Housing Authority 201 E. May St, Dublin (254) 445-2165 VETERANS’ RESOURCES Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Ch# 234 Hwy. 281 & E. Road (254) 968-2657 Erath County Veteran’s Service 112 W. College Street (254) 965-1443 Erath County Veterans, Inc. P.O. Box 2567 (254) 968-7563 MISCELLANEOUS Erath County Crime Stoppers 358 N. Belknap St. (254) 965-CASH Erath County Habitat for Humanity P.O. Box 505 (254) 965-5046 Erath County Humane Society 891 East Road (254) 965-3247 Erath County United Way P.O. Box 1352 (254) 965-4429

H.O.P.E., Inc. (food, clothing, medical assistance) 1617 E. Washington (254) 965-2700

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Open Hearts Open Minds Open Doors

Your Community. Your News. Your Website: www.yourstephenvilletx.com

For news, for advertising the preferred source in Erath County.

965-3124

yourstephenvilletx.com

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328 W. Washington St. Stephenville, Texas 254-965-5040 www.fumcstephenville.org Join us at our new times!

9:00 a.m. Contemporary 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Traditional

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Swindle Jewelry

Allied Body & Frame and Allied Automotive 300 E South Loop (254) 965-3800

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Home Electronics and Appliances Sales • Service Satisfaction

1493 W. South Loop

968-2112

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254-968-6051

Open Mon-Fri 8am-5pm • Sat 8am-12 noon

Harvey Parker, Manager

965-3131

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150 River North Blvd.

Stephenville, TX 76401

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968-6110

Bosque River Center

1929

A multi-specialty medical group practice serving Erath County and the surrounding areas from generation to generation since 1929.

Experienced Professional Staff Confidential Services

Owners

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King Abstract Company

“Everything To Build Anything”

Founded by Grady and Gracie Swindle

www.stephenvillefloral.net

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1695 W. South Loop

254-968-3920

Hats, Boots, Western Wear, Accessories & more!

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South Loop @ Lillian

118. N Patrick St. Dublin, TX 254-445-3371

South Loop @ Hwy. 281

254-968-2135 www.brunerauto.com

Tues- Fri 9:30am-5:30pm Sat 9am-2pm Pam Crabtree, owner

254-965-5924 Toll Free 866-965-5924 • Water Softeners • 5 Year Warrantee • Iron Filters on submersibles • Windmill Repair and tanks & Sales • Irrigation Wells • Community, and Pumps House, Ranch and • All Wells Gravel Dairy Wells Packed and Pressure Cementing

633 Lingleville Hwy.

968-8871 TACLA 003288C

M-F 8am - 5pm Sat. 8:30am - 11 200 W. College

254-965-5979

www.stephenvillescottsflowers.com Owners James Kimbel & Darren Carpenter

8-6 Mon - Sat. 9-3 Sunday 254-965-3030

1985 First National Bank of Dublin 825 N. Patrick St.

Dublin, TX 254-445-4400

254-965-4909

More Than Just Beautiful Flowers

1345 W. South Loop Stephenville TX Travis Truss, owner Open 7 days a week!

Gary Aardal Lic. #2404AI www.associatedwellservices.com

1680 S. Loop • Stephenville

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Rollies on Texas

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Longest Continuously run establishment in De Leon.

341 S. Texas • De Leon, TX 254-893-2591 10-8 Mon - Fri 7:30-4 Sat. Closed Sun.

Your Friend When You Need $$.

151 Belknap Stephenville, TX 76401

We make your orders fresh...never ahead.

Making Loans $100-$1,233*

Schwan’s Ice Cream, hot Fresh Pizza, Hand Dipped Corn Dogs & Fresh Made Lemonade

254-968-4331 Ask for Tammy or Crystal

For All Occasions Vacations - Medical - Personal Phone Applications Welcome

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Western Gifts and Décor

Iron, Bedding, Dinnerware,

Something for Everyone...

2900 W. Washington St. Bosque River Center 254-965-8892 saddlerags.com James & Sheri Drury, owners.

2005

2805 W. Washington 254-968-7800 www.chilis.com

2007 Shane Oliver, Agent

2900 W. Washington St. #135 • 254-968-3600

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Open Tues-Fri 9-6 Sat 9-5 960 N. Graham Stephenville (254) 965-9663

2011

Harvest Hills Funeral Home

The Salon

401 A. West Lingleville Rd. By apt. only! Call Today!

2012 Cinnabons and Carvel Ice Cream

118 East 2nd St. Hico, TX 254-796-4722 harvesthillsfuneralhome.com

These fine area businesses have made our community strong.

This year, make it a priority to shop locally and say thank you. We salute their years of dedication and service to consumers throughout the area.

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