
September 26, 2025
Legislative Services A selected list of recent county-relevant news articles.

September 23, 2025
TX County Storytellers Wise County Judge J.D. Clark took the helm this year as president of the National Association of Counties. He reflects on his career starting as a young reporter and now county judge, sharing his struggle to respond to growth while preserving the history of his community.

Making a big difference in Texas' smallest county
September 23, 2025
TX County Storytellers Rockwall County is the smallest county in Texas by land area. Justice of the Peace Mark Russo said, for that reason, you often have to work harder to do great things. He shares about his role and the future in Rockwall County.

Educating communities about elections
September 23, 2025
TX County Storytellers Planning an election is an enormous undertaking. Guadalupe County Elections Administrator Lisa Hayes describes the work that goes into the process and Guadalupe County's new Citizens Election Adacemy that educates voters about electoral process from voter registration to the reporting of results.

Gov. Abbott signs rural EMS bills
September 16, 2025
HB 18 and HB 3000 create grant programs to help rural counties improve health care.

What changed in the County Purchasing Act as a result of the 89th Legislature?
August 28, 2025
Legal Services

Are there new fireworks holidays as a result of the 89th Legislature?
August 28, 2025
Legal Services

Did the 89th Legislature make new requirements for budget meeting notices?
August 28, 2025
Legal Services

Attend 2026 Healthy County Boot Camp in person or online!
August 27, 2025
Health & Employee Benefits Pool Get ready to enjoy the cooler weather outdoors by participating in the Falling For Fitness contest from WebMD ONE, powered by Healthy County.

Falling for Fitness Contest starts Sept. 8 - Earn $15!
August 27, 2025
Health & Employee Benefits Pool Get ready to enjoy the cooler weather outdoors by participating in the Falling For Fitness contest from WebMD ONE, powered by Healthy County.

Move more, feel better this summer
August 27, 2025
Health & Employee Benefits Pool Make self-care a habit with small, meaningful changes. Taking care of your health isn’t just about eating right or exercising–it’s also about managing stress, getting enough rest and setting time aside for yourself. Omada is here to help you build self-care habits that fit your lifestyle.