July 16, 2026
The National Association of Counties (NACo) recently announced its 2026 Achievement Awards, recognizing outstanding county government programs from across the country.
County Government 101: County Commissioners
July 16, 2026
Comal County Commissioner Jen Crownover and De Witt County Commissioner Ryan Varela share what life as a county commissioner is really like, from managing budgets and infrastructure to building community trust.
Recidivism: Trends, challenges and solutions
July 16, 2026
Diversion programs help prevent parolees from being arrested again
TAC Legislative Conference to prepare counties for 2027 session
July 16, 2026
County leaders will gather in Austin in late August to discuss key policy challenges ahead of the 90th legislative session.
Board Member Spotlight: Hon. J.D. Clark
July 15, 2026
In this Q&A, Clark discusses what inspired him to pursue national leadership, why storytelling has become the cornerstone of his NACo presidency, and how organizations like TAC and NACo help county officials tackle shared challenges.
Texas Association of Counties Tells the Story Behind Galveston County’s New Mental Health Center
July 13, 2026
News & Information When a veteran experiencing auditory hallucinations asked licensed clinical social worker Crystal Williams to put away her phone and computer because he feared the FBI was listening, she didn’t argue.
Counties Help Keep Texas Safe This Fourth of July
July 01, 2026
The Fourth of July is a time for parades, community celebrations, backyard barbecues and fireworks. Behind many of these traditions are county officials and employees working throughout the holiday to help keep Texans safe.
County Leaders Call for Local Voice in Data Center Development
June 29, 2026
News & Information In testimony before House committee, Victoria County Judge Ben Zeller and Tom Green County Commissioner Shawn Nanny seek targeted safeguards for counties.
June 26, 2026
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