Alfred Giles used a combination of Renaissance Revival and Romanesque styles to fashion the current Webb County Courthouse, completed in 1909. This National Register Property, initially valued at $60,000, was restored in the late 1990s for $3.275 million. Webb County, organized in 1848, was christened in honor of James Webb, leader of the Republic of Texas and secretary of … [Read more...] about Webb County Courthouse
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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
Key Concept: Setting County Salaries
Who sets the salaries of elected officials and county employees? REFERENCE POINTS: Local Government Code Chapter 152 Attorney General Opinion JM-947 Attorney General Opinion GA-638 Attorney General Opinion GA-639 TALKING POINTS: During the budget process, questions often arise concerning the salaries of county employees and elected officers. Under … [Read more...] about Key Concept: Setting County Salaries
Resolution Spotlight: Support for County Road Grant Funds
Over a five-year period, TxDOT data shows a consistent and alarming trend: Nearly 7 percent of all traffic fatalities in Texas occur on county roads each year. “That’s a significant share of the state’s roadway deaths occurring on roads that counties struggle to maintain with limited and outdated resources,” observed Cass County Judge Travis Ransom. One of those outdated … [Read more...] about Resolution Spotlight: Support for County Road Grant Funds
Colonoscopies Save Lives
Commissioner Channels Personal Experience into Public Message
“When I was campaigning for my reelection and got diagnosed, I had to reframe my understanding of my cancer to realize that though I did not choose colon cancer, God has entrusted me with it. So now I need to do something about it. In addition to my continued advocacy for mental health funding and preventive health access, I will be a fierce proponent for colon cancer … [Read more...] about Colonoscopies Save Lives