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 Karnes County Commissioner Sharon Chesser for taking the time to visit with us. HISTORY: I am […]
Monuments of Justice: Karnes County Courthouse
County Seat: Karnes City * County Population: 14,824 (2010 U.S. Census)
The Karnes County Courthouse was completed in 1894 in a Romanesque Revival style as designed by John Cormack. The inaugural county seat was in Helena, as detailed by the following historical marker text: In 1854, Karnes County erected its first courthouse in the county seat of Helena, an important stage stop between San […]
From the County to the Capitol: Judge Paints Picture of Shale-Related Road Damage
By Karnes County Judge Barbara Shaw Karnes County is in the heart of the Eagle Ford Shale. We have a great deal of production taking place in our county, which means we have a large number of heavy vehicles transporting rigs and drilling needs to various locations within our county. Incidentally, county roads are not […]
