When did you take office? Jan. 1, 2015 As “they” say, hindsight is 20/20, As you look back on your years of service, what are some of the most valuable lessons you have learned? Everyone is important, from the Commissioners and elected officials to the janitors/maintenance people, and they should be treated that way. Keep everyone informed of what is going on, good … [Read more...] about Words of Wisdom from Medina County Judge Chris Schuchart
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Partnership Pays Dividends
Pecos County, EDC Continue to Lure Businesses, Grow Local Economy
One year ago, Pecos County Judge Joe Shuster was named County Official of the Year by the West Texas County Judges and Commissioners Association. Shortly after, state lawmakers honored Shuster with the adoption of House Resolution 1142, echoing the West Texas Association in its description of Shuster as a public servant who has gone “above and beyond in his service to county … [Read more...] about Partnership Pays Dividends
Monuments of Justice: Parker County Courthouse
County Seat: Weatherford County * Population: 148,222 (2020 Census)
The Historic Parker County Courthouse was designed by architects Dodson & Dodson in a Second Empire style. Erected in 1886, this towering monument fashioned from limestone is topped by a four-sided clock tower. The exterior of the county capitol, a National Register Property, was restored in the early 1990s. The county rededicated the courthouse in June 2005 following … [Read more...] about Monuments of Justice: Parker County Courthouse
Monuments of Justice: Knox County Courthouse
County Seat: Benjamin * County Population: 3,353 (2020 Census)
The Knox County Courthouse was built in 1935 in a Modern style as designed by architects Voelcker & Dixon. The county was formed from Young and Bexar territories in 1858 and named for George Washington’s secretary of war, Henry Knox. The County was re-created in 1878 and organized in 1886. The first courthouse, a small box and strip building, was replaced by a … [Read more...] about Monuments of Justice: Knox County Courthouse
A Glimpse in the Life of Henderson County Commissioner Wendy Kinabrew Spivey
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 Henderson County Commissioner Wendy Kinabrew Spivey for taking the time to visit with us. HISTORY: My name is Wendy Kinabrew … [Read more...] about A Glimpse in the Life of Henderson County Commissioner Wendy Kinabrew Spivey
