Some 270 County Judges and Commissioners convened in Wichita County April 21-24 to study the latest issues affecting grassroots government. The West Texas Conference Early Bird Session on Tax Abatements drew a standing-room-only crowd as a panel of speakers addressed negotiating abatement agreements, with one session centered on data centers. Commissioners Courts cannot … [Read more...] about 2026 West Texas Conference Highlights
Education
Hardin County Hosts Seniors
Civic Duty Firsthand, One Office at a Time
Following a field trip to the Hardin County Courthouse last fall, social studies teacher Chasity Viator thanked officials and county staff for their assistance and described the day as “impactful for all involved.” As noted below, one of the seniors, Ben Kirkendall, is the son of Hardin County Commissioner Chris Kirkendall! Our thanks to Mrs. Viator for sharing the experience … [Read more...] about Hardin County Hosts Seniors
Above and Beyond
CJCAT Convenes in Galveston for Annual Conference
Nearly 300 County Judges and Commissioners convened in Galveston for the 103rd Annual Conference of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas, where officials discussed the latest issues affecting grassroots government. Keynote speaker Alex Weber, television host and competitor on American Ninja Warrior, opened the four-day meeting with multiple references to … [Read more...] about Above and Beyond
Buckle Up!
2025 North & East Texas Association Conference Highlights
Some 170 County Judges and Commissioners convened in Waco July 21-24 for the North & East Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association Annual Conference. The theme of Buckle Up was especially appropriate, as the first day of the conference saw lawmakers headed into a special legislative session. Podium Highlights State Sen. Sarah Eckhardt, a … [Read more...] about Buckle Up!
2026 County Conference Calendar
Click below to download the 2026 Conference Calendar: 2026 County Conference Calendar Feb. 4-6: County Court Assistants Training Conference in San Marcos Headquarters: Embassy Suites by Hilton San Marcos Hotel, Conference Center & Spa 1001 E. McCarty Lane. For more information, contact Ashley Royer at 800-456-5974. Feb. 17-19: V.G. Young Institute Annual School for … [Read more...] about 2026 County Conference Calendar