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Parts of NE Texas under Tornado Watch until 8 p.m. Wednesday (May 22)

A Tornado Watch statement is in effect for most of the KETR listening area, with flooding also a concern due to heavy rainfall from thunderstorms.

Most of the KETR listening area is under a Tornado Watch until 8 p.m.

A Flash Flood Warning is also currently in effect for Fannin, Hunt, and Rockwall counties.

Mark Haslett served as KETR's News Director from February 2013 to June 2025. During his tenure the station's news operation enjoyed an increase in listener engagement and audience metrics, as well recognition in the Texas AP Broadcasters awards and a National Edward R. Murrow award.