Texas County Progress
The Official Publication of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas
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
In the State of Texas, county government is a unit of state government often referred to as “an arm of the state” or an administrative subdivision of the state. However, county government also acts as a unit of local government. Consequently, county governments in Texas perform two basic functions: Carry out administrative and judicial responsibilities for the State of … [Read more...] about What You Wish Your Constituents Knew
When it came to informing the community about the Callahan County Courthouse restoration, county leaders used a variety of methods including public meetings, PowerPoint presentations, videos, social media posts, and a dedicated booklet. In fact, the Courthouse Timeline published in the booklet, “We the People,” offers a glimpse into the county’s continual efforts to keep the … [Read more...] about Callahan County Courthouse Restoration
