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    Texas Counties Take Center Stage at 2026 Japan-Texas Economic Summit

    May 19, 2026

    Texas counties proved to be more than a backdrop at this year's Japan-Texas Economic Summit; they were central to its story.

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    Remembering former TAC President, Judge Vernon Cook

    May 12, 2026

    Former Texas Association of Counties President Judge Vernon Cook passed away on May 3, 2026. Judge Cook served as Roberts County Judge from 1991-2014 and was a respected leader across Texas county government.

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    Blog: MFA May: one simple step to strengthen county cybersecurity

    May 01, 2026

    TAC recognizes MFA May, a national effort to raise awareness about this important security tool.

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    The County Pulse Survey Is Back

    April 27, 2026

    TAC is once again asking county officials for their input on TAC through The County Pulse Survey.

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    Board Member Spotlight: Hon. Shay Luedeke

    April 17, 2026

    In this Q&A, Luedeke shares how his background informs his approach to county government, along with insights on leadership, workforce development and the growing role of technology in public service.

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    Op-Ed: Celebrating the Strength and Service of Texas Counties

    April 01, 2026

    Our first featured story comes from the Eagle Ford Shale.

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    TAC County Information Resources Agency Celebrates 25 Years

    March 30, 2026

    Now in its 25th anniversary year, CIRA isn’t slowing down.

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    Women’s History Month Spotlight: Denton County Clerk Juli Luke 

    March 11, 2026

    Public service has long been a calling for Denton County Clerk Juli Luke. For Luke, the motivation to serve her community is rooted in both personal values and a desire to make government work better for the people it serves.

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    De Witt County Judge Fowler honored with Eagle Ford Excellence Award

    February 23, 2026

    Nearly 20 years ago, the oil and gas industry began its boom in the 27-county region of South Texas known as the Eagle Ford Shale. For most of that time, De Witt County Judge Daryl Fowler has guided the corridor through both the successes and challenges that have come along with the energy transformation.

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    Board Member Spotlight: TAC President Cindy Yeatts Brown 

    February 20, 2026

    Denton County Treasurer Cindy Yeatts Brown was sworn in as president of the TAC Board of Directors on Jan. 9, but her work in county government spans nearly four decades.

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    Cunningham Named TAC County Relations Officer

    February 03, 2026

    Llano County judge will serve West and Central Texas counties starting March 16.

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    TAC Swears In New Board Leadership

    January 13, 2026

    Denton County Treasurer Cindy Yeatts Brown begins her term as TAC President.

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