Unprecedented Level of Support Coalesces Behind Dr. Susan Ballabina as Sole Finalist for Texas A&M President
April 17, 2026 – BRYAN, COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Five of Texas A&M University’s leading affiliated organizations have publicly backed Dr. Susan Ballabina as sole finalist for president, marking an unprecedented level of support across the Aggie Network. The joint letter is signed by the leadership of The Association of Former Students, the 12th Man Foundation, the Corps of Cadets Association, the Texas A&M...
Governor Abbott Touts Texas Jobs Council During Gulf Coast Visit
April 17, 2026 – Greg Abbott highlighted the state’s workforce development efforts during a visit to Crosby on April 16, promoting the newly launched Texas Jobs Council as a key driver of future economic growth. During the visit, Abbott toured the International Training & Education Center, the flagship facility of the International Union of Operating Engineers, where workers receive hands-on training for high-demand careers...
Give ‘em a Brake: Drive Smart in Work Zones
April 16, 2026 – 203 people were killed in traffic crashes in Texas work zones last year PARIS – Highway work is dangerous work, often just inches away from speeding traffic. Help keep our workers and everyone on the road safe by slowing down in work zones and driving like a Texan: kind, courteous and safe. A growing state means more Texans on our roads, and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is meeting...
SSISD Supt. Dr. Steeber was John Mark’s Guest on This Second Cup Of Coffee From April 14th
April 16, 2026 – Sulphur Springs ISD Superintendent, Dr. Deana Steeber, was the guest on this episode of KSST’s A Second Cup Of Coffee With John Mark Dempsey, from April 14th, 2026. Dr. Steeber and John Mark chatted about the students that competed in the UIL Competition, and how well they did. They also talked about the Valedictorian and Salutatorian of Sulphur Springs High School Class of 2026… And they talked...
Camp Mystic Owners Ordered to Leave Flood Site Undisturbed After Deadly Disaster
April 16, 2026 – Authorities have ordered the owners of Camp Mystic to leave the site of a recent deadly flood untouched as investigators work to determine what led to the tragedy. The decision comes amid growing scrutiny over safety conditions and emergency preparedness at the camp, where multiple children lost their lives after sudden floodwaters swept through the area. Local officials say the order is necessary to preserve...
Texas Opens Office in London
April 15, 2026 – Texas is expanding its international business outreach with plans to open a new economic development office in London, aiming to attract investment and companies from the United Kingdom. According to reporting from the Austin Business Journal and The Guardian, the office will be led by James Taylor, an Austin-based strategist and founder of Vianovo. The move marks the latest effort by Texas leaders to strengthen...
Attorney General Ken Paxton Secures Major Win Alongside the FTC to Stop Advertising Agencies
April 15, 2026 – Ken Paxton announced a significant legal victory in coordination with the Federal Trade Commission, securing a settlement and advancing a multistate antitrust lawsuit targeting major advertising agencies accused of coordinating to suppress certain online viewpoints. The lawsuit alleges that large ad firms engaged in anticompetitive practices by steering advertising dollars away from platforms and publishers...
Governor Abbott Encourages Water Development Grant Applications
April 14, 2026 | Austin, Texas | Governor Greg Abbott today encouraged Texas water entities to apply for over $1 billion in grants through the Texas Water Development Board (TWDB) Water Supply and Infrastructure Grant opportunity (WSIG) to further improve Texas’ water supply and update Texas’ water infrastructure. “Water is a precious resource that must be safeguarded,” said Governor Abbott. “This year,...
The 22nd Annual Sulphur Springs 90+ Bridges Banquet was Held April 11th
April 14, 2026 – The 2026 22nd Annual Sulphur Springs 90+ Bridges Banquet was held Saturday, April 11th, 2026. Below is KSST/Cable Channel 18’s coverage of this banquet. The event was held at the Sulphur Springs Senior Citizen Center, 301 Oak Ave., Sulphur Springs, Texas. The event was a success, honoring senior members of the Sulphur Springs community. Be sure to check out this joyful celebration full of fun, laughter, a...
Sulphur Springs Downtown Business Alliance Announces the Next Spring Market on Main to be Held April 18th
April 14, 2026 – The Sulphur Springs Downtown Business Alliance has announced that the next Sulphur Springs Spring Market on Main Street is scheduled for Saturday, April 18, 2026. Activities will take place from 9:00am to 4:00pm. You can expect Spring items, crafts, food, and so much more! Entry to this event is free. Sulphur Springs Spring Market On Main St April 18 2026
