Educating our citizens and communicating with them is the key to having an understanding. It can also be a great way to mobilize some support when it comes to communicating with our legislators. The more our citizens understand the issues and limitations that we deal with at the county level, the more they can help advocate for us and the local issues. Don’t forget, out of … [Read more...] about Communicating and Collaborating
Wilbarger County Courthouse
Boasting a Classical Revival style, the Wilbarger County Courthouse was designed by Voelcker and Dixon and completed in 1928. The county passed a $375,000 bond issue in support of the courthouse, which was built of steel, concrete, and stone. The county’s first official home was erected in 1883 for $2,400. The frame courthouse with a two-story porch was replaced in 1890 by a … [Read more...] about Wilbarger County Courthouse
A Glimpse in the Life of Oldham County Commissioner Quincy Taylor
Every so often, County Progress asks our distinguished Judges and Commissioners to allow us a glimpse into their public lives, giving us a fresh appreciation for the myriad of roles and responsibilities they shoulder every day. Our thanks to Oldham County Commissioner Quincy Taylor for taking the time to visit with us. YOUR HISTORY: I was born and raised right here in … [Read more...] about A Glimpse in the Life of Oldham County Commissioner Quincy Taylor
Smokehouse Creek Fire
Rising From The Ashes
The Smokehouse Creek Fire ignited in Hutchinson County on Feb. 26 and burned more than 1 million acres in the Texas Panhandle, making it the largest wildfire in Texas history. Our thanks to the Hemphill, Hutchinson, Gray, and Roberts County Judges for sharing their perspectives: Hemphill County Judge Lisa Johnson While the Smokehouse Creek fire has changed our landscape, … [Read more...] about Smokehouse Creek Fire
Strengthening Legislative Relationships
The legislative districts in the Texas House of Representatives and the Texas Senate have been drawn to produce predictable results according to party affiliation. Using computer modeling, the boundaries are manipulated to ensure a “safe” district for either a Republican or Democratic candidate. Consequently, the district representation is determined by the March primary, not … [Read more...] about Strengthening Legislative Relationships