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 Uvalde County Judge William R. Mitchell for taking the time to visit with us. HISTORY: My […]
158 Counties Receive $6 Million in Tobacco Money
The Tobacco Settlement Permanent Trust Account Investment Advisory Committee approved $50 million for the year 2013 tobacco settlement distribution, the same as the previous year’s amount. According to the distribution report published by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS), 158 counties received just under $6 million in reimbursements. Under the terms of a historic […]
Monuments of Justice: Edwards County Courthouse
County Seat: Rocksprings * Population: 1,935
The 1891 Edwards County Courthouse has stood the test of time and disaster. In 1897 the county capitol was engulfed in flames with only the stone walls surviving. In 1927 a tornado struck the county seat of Rocksprings, tearing the roof off of the courthouse. Additional damage was caused by yet another fire, perhaps ignited […]
