Scurry County has been home to two county capitols. The current temple of justice was completed in 1911 in a Texas Renaissance style as designed by Lang & Witchell. The original tower was removed during a remodeling project in 1950. Further changes were made in 1972, essentially burying the 1911 building in granite and giving the courthouse a Modern appearance. The … Continue Reading about Scurry County Courthouse
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ADA Rule Addresses County Websites, Apps
In April 2024, the Federal Register published the Department of Justice’s (DOJ’s) final rule updating its regulations for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities … Continue Reading about ADA Rule Addresses County Websites, Apps
Resolution Spotlight: Opposition to Unfunded Mandates
In the State of Texas, county government is a unit of state government often referred to as “an arm of the state” or an administrative subdivision of the state. … Continue Reading about Resolution Spotlight: Opposition to Unfunded Mandates
Happy New Year! Time to Set Those County Resolutions
Last year, County Progress asked a group of county officials to share why they ran for office. Their responses reflect a desire to serve, a fondness for their … Continue Reading about Happy New Year! Time to Set Those County Resolutions
A Message of Encouragement and Unity for 2026
As Texas turns the page to a New Year and looks toward the possibilities of 2026, I want to take this opportunity to recognize the remarkable people serving in … Continue Reading about A Message of Encouragement and Unity for 2026
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Wharton County Courthouse
The Wharton County Courthouse was built in 1889 in a Second Empire style as designed by noted Texas architect Eugene Thomas Heiner. The county capitol was rededicated in 2007 following a restoration project that … Continue Reading about Wharton County Courthouse
Legislative Changes Impacting County Procurement
When the Texas Legislature meets, there are always changes that impact procurement. If you search the statutes, you will see that these changes have already been incorporated into the language. If you search the … Continue Reading about Legislative Changes Impacting County Procurement