Some 21 years ago, County Progress Magazine launched a series dedicated to the restoration and renovation of our county courthouses. Titled “Courthouse Trails,” this special section recaps the efforts of counties across the Lone Star State who have taken special measures to restore their capitols to their original splendor and/or launch comprehensive renovation projects to … [Read more...] about Courthouse Trails – Celebrating Restoration
Mason County
Fire Devastates Historic Mason County Courthouse
‘It’s Like Losing a Member of the Family’
On Feb. 4 in the dark of night, Mason County Judge Jerry Bearden stood within 25 feet of the windows of his office where he has worked for the last 18 years and watched his historical desk and office in the county’s beloved 1910 iconic courthouse go up in flames. By 3:30 a.m. on Feb. 5, smoldering outer rock wall and sandstone columns were all that was left of what … [Read more...] about Fire Devastates Historic Mason County Courthouse
Nine Counties Receive $20 Million in Courthouse Restoration Grants
The Texas Historical Commission (THC) announced grant recipients for Round XI of the nationally recognized Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Program (THCPP) during its June meeting. The THC awarded matching grants totaling $20,038,121 to nine counties to aid in preservation of their historic courthouses, including three grants for full restorations. Callahan, Mason, … [Read more...] about Nine Counties Receive $20 Million in Courthouse Restoration Grants
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
Why Stop In Mason County?
Mason County Mason County, the Gem of the Hill Country and one of the most diverse counties in Texas, is located about 115 miles northwest of Austin. Come to Mason County and plan on spending some time because there is so much to see. The beautiful Llano River winds through the Hill Country with scenic bluffs and rapids. Deer, turkey, dove, quail and many other species of … [Read more...] about Why Stop In Mason County?