The Official Publication of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas
The Lee County Courthouse was designed by J. Riely Gordon in 1898 and built by Sonnefield, Emmins and Abright of San Antonio. The three-story, red brick courthouse is located on the crest of the high divide that separates the Colorado and Brazos river basins. In emphasizing the building’s role as the focal point of the […]
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 […]
Giddings, the county seat, and the surrounding Lee County area offer the benefits of small-town living while providing easy access to major population centers in the Lone Star State. The area is centrally located on the major transportation routes between Austin and Houston, Bryan/College Station, and San Antonio. The county’s early settlers were of pioneer […]
The county courthouse often serves as a historical anchor, offering a glimpse into the people, places and events that helped shape the dynamic heritage of the Lone Star State. Many counties have taken special measures to preserve the cultural integrity of their county capitols and create community events, such as fairs and festivals, that showcase […]
