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. In honor of Veterans Day, we sought out Kleberg County Judge Rudy Madrid Jr., who served 21 years in the U.S. Navy. Judge Madrid, thank you for … [Read more...] about A Glimpse in the Life of Kleberg County Judge Rudy Madrid
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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 … [Read more...] about 158 Counties Receive $6 Million in Tobacco Money
Memorial Day Feature • Am I Really Here? Collective Experiences Define Kleberg County Judge
Note: Juan Escobar has written an article and a ballad, both of which are included below this story. Marine Sgt. Juan Escobar was in a quandary. One of his duties at U.S. Marine Barracks 8th & I in Washington, D.C., was serving as a pall bearer. In fact, as a member of the Presidential Honor Guard, Escobar would carry the caskets of Presidents Lyndon B. Johnson and Harry … [Read more...] about Memorial Day Feature • Am I Really Here? Collective Experiences Define Kleberg County Judge
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 … [Read more...] about Heritage Tourism Trails
Homeland Security Funding
Emergency Planning Border Patrol Seeking Deeper Involvement in First Response “Since 9/11, the emergency responder community has recognized (that) our citizens hold us to a higher standard than what we had in place,” said Charlie Montgomery, emergency manager for Hidalgo County. Across the nation, multi-jurisdictional response – or at least preparedness – to emergencies is … [Read more...] about Homeland Security Funding