Texas County Progress
The Official Publication of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas
While indigent health care is a state-mandated service, Ellis County sees beyond the statutes. “Our goal is to assist our county residents in returning to work or obtaining Social Security benefits,” shared Terri Klein, director of the Ellis County Indigent Health Care Program. “We pride ourselves on walking with our clients until they reach their goals.” Indigent health … [Read more...] about Indigent Health Care
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 … [Read more...] about Scurry County Courthouse
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 constituents (a.k.a. friends and neighbors), and a commitment to quality of life. “I was raised in a household that believes in the motto of Service Above Self, and I wanted to give back and make Chambers County the … [Read more...] about Happy New Year! Time to Set Those County Resolutions
The Schleicher County Courthouse was designed by Henry T. Phelps in a stately Classical Revival Style and was completed in 1924. The county, originally part of the Bexar Land District, was created in 1887. Organization was stalled due to minimal population; consequently, the county was attached to Kimble and Menard counties for judicial purposes. The county was officially … [Read more...] about Schleicher County Courthouse
The Texas Constitution is one of the longest in the nation and is still growing. As of 2024, the Texas Legislature had proposed a total of 714 amendments. Of these, 530 have been adopted, 181 have been defeated by Texas voters, and three amendments never made it to the ballot. Seventeen more proposed amendments will be submitted for voter approval at the general election on … [Read more...] about Amending The Texas Constitution
