Over 5 Million Above Ground Pools Recalled in U.S. and Canada
July 22, 2025 – More than 5.2 million aboveground swimming pools sold across the U.S. and Canada over the last two decades are being recalled after nine drowning deaths were reported. The recall covers a range of Bestway, Intex Recreation and Polygroup pools that were sold by major retailers as far back as 2002. According to Monday notices published by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, these pools...
Federal Mandate Requires Changes to In-State Tuition Eligibility at East Texas A&M
July 21, 2025 – COMMERCE, TX, July 21, 2025— In compliance with a recent federal court order and guidance from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, East Texas A&M University is making required changes to in-state tuition eligibility beginning in the Fall 2025 semester. These changes affect students who previously qualified for in-state tuition under Texas Education Code § 54.053(a)(3) but are unable to demonstrate...
About the Texas Flood Cloud Seeding Conspiracy
July 21, 2025 – Two days before devastating floods ravaged Kerr County, Texas, on the Fourth of July, a cloud seeding operation was conducted by a California-based company named Rainmaker. From an aircraft about 100 miles from the site of the eventual disaster, engineers released approximately 70 grams (2.5 oz) of silver iodide into a developing cloud. This action, routine in weather modification efforts aimed at enhancing...
Ken Paxton Suddenly Reports Additional Real Estate Holdings
July 21, 2025 – Since filing for divorce, Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and his estranged wife, Angela Paxton, have disclosed additional real estate holdings, now bringing the total to eight properties they claim are “home addresses.” This development adds complexity and public scrutiny to what has already been a contentious and high-profile divorce battle. Prior to these latest disclosures, the public was aware of several...
Attorney General Ken Paxton Announces Investigation into Fraudulent Charity Impersonation Scams After Tragic Flooding
July 18, 2025 – Attorney General Ken Paxton has announced an investigation into fraudulent charity scams where bad actors used payment processors to collect donations under false pretenses for personal gain. “It is sick and disgusting that people would use the tragedy of the devastating floods to enrich themselves by deceiving well-meaning people trying to help,” said Attorney General Paxton. “I will use the full weight of my...
Funding Found for AMTRAK Heartland Flyer
July 17, 2025 – Funding has been secured to continue operations of the Heartland Flyer, the Amtrak route connecting Fort Worth, Texas, to Oklahoma City, ensuring service will continue without interruption through the next fiscal year. This crucial investment not only safeguards the existing passenger rail line but also lays the groundwork for a potential northward expansion into Kansas. The Heartland Flyer has long served as a...
Milky Tap Water is Nothing to Worry About
July 16, 2025 – Milky or cloudy tap water—often described as hazy, soapy, or foamy—is usually caused by harmless air bubbles, not dangerous contaminants. This common occurrence, known as aeration, happens when air becomes trapped in the water supply and forms tiny bubbles that give the water a white or cloudy appearance. KSST has received some questions about water quality, especially in Precinct 4. Recent repairs to large...
Local Corvette Club Revs Up CanHelp for Back-To-School
July 15, 2025 – Several members of the Sulphur Springs Corvette Club motored on over to the CanHelp office to drop off a $1,000 check to help out CanHelp’s “Back to School” Fair. This year’s fair will be held Thursday, August 7th from 4pm to 6pm at The ROC located at 115 Putman St. in Sulphur Springs.
Sulphur Springs ISD Board of Trustees Approved Employee pay and Compensation Increases
July 15, 2025 – The Sulphur Springs ISD Board of Trustees has approved employee pay and compensation increases for the 2025-26 school year. Teachers and librarians with two years or less experience will receive a pay hike off $3,000.. Teachers with 3-5 years of experience will get an additional $4,000.. And teachers with five or more years of experience will receive a pay boost...
Local Man Sentenced to 15 Years for Million-Dollar Theft Ring; Over $220,000 in Restitution Paid to Victims
On July 10, 2025, Everett Van Jennings, 36, of Sulphur Springs, pleaded guilty to first-degree felony Theft of Property and was sentenced to 15 years in prison. Jennings was ordered to pay $222,169.98 in restitution and a $2,500 fine. As part of the plea agreement, Jennings tendered the full amount of restitution in cashier’s checks payable to each victim at the time of the plea, ensuring all victims were made whole. Jennings...
