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The Texas Association of Counties' podcast, Texas County Voice, brings you in-depth discussions on the pressing issues affecting Texas counties. Recent episodes feature insights on a variety of important topics:

Building trust in elections. In the newest episode, Hays County Elections Administrator Jennifer Doinoff explores the steps and challenges in preparing secure, transparent elections. In a related episode, Guadalupe County Elections Administrator Lisa Hayes discusses the Citizens Election Academy, an initiative by her office designed to educate residents on the voting process. The academy aims to foster transparency, combat misinformation and encourage civic engagement.

Bridging urban and rural counties. In a "fireside chat" from this summer's Legislative Conference, Yoakum County Commissioner and TAC Board President Tim Addison joins Harris County Commissioner Rodney Ellis to discuss how rural and urban counties can work together to create a stronger Texas.

Judicial safety. Harris County Justice of the Peace Holly Williamson offers insights on strategies to enhance safety for judges, staff and the public. She shares practical solutions to address the growing concerns surrounding judicial safety.

Toxic "forever chemicals." An investigation in Johnson County has uncovered high levels of toxic chemicals in soil, water and livestock. The chemicals are believed linked to municipal biosolids used as fertilizer. Commissioner Larry Woolley and Constable Detective Dana Ames explain the findings and ongoing response efforts.

Don't miss these and other important conversations on Texas County Voice, where the voices shaping Texas counties come together. Listen here.