In the 126-year history of the County and District Clerks’ Association of Texas (CDCAT), we have never seen a year quite like 2020. This has become the year of firsts for not only the Association, but many of our clerks as well. Two major sources of our clerks’ continuing education had to be canceled because […]
Women in County Government
When it comes to women in county government, Helen Walker has more than four decades of experience to draw from. Now retired, the former Victoria County judge has some sage advice to offer fellow female officials: “Love Your Work.” and “You GO, Girls!” Walker is one who practices what she preaches, and when it comes […]
Lights, Camera, Action
From the hit “Giant” of the 1950s to the recent “Friday Night Lights,” the Lone Star State has taken on a major role in the movie and television industry. Counties often reap financial and other benefits when cameras are on location. Texas averages about 50 projects annually, said Tom Copeland, director of the Texas Film […]
Heritage Tourism Trails
The Texas Historical Commission (THC) designated the Texas Mountain Trail Region and the Texas Tropical Trail Region as the seventh and eighth areas to participate in the agency’s regional tourism initiative, the Texas Heritage Trails Program. Acceptance into the program begins the state-assisted development and promotion of the area as a heritage tourism destination. “Heritage […]
