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    Access a variety of TAC news and information tools to keep on top of local, state and federal issues.

    A Buffalo Soldier
    County Magazine

    Buffalo Soldiers helped build, defend today's Texas counties

    January 29, 2024

    Legacy recognized in many counties today.

    Mason County Courthouse
    County Magazine

    A Phoenix Rises

    October 25, 2023

    3 years after tragic fire, Mason County Courthouse is set to reopen.

    County Magazine

    Executive Director's Report

    October 25, 2023

    As 2023 winds down, it is important to reflect on the many successes of the year for TAC's strategic initiatives.

    Angelina County Airport
    County Magazine

    Texas counties own more than 120 airports

    October 25, 2023

    Airports a first-class idea to boost local economies.

    Former El Paso District Attorney Jaime Esparza and County Judge Ricardo Samaniego
    County Magazine

    Settlement dollars help Texas counties recover from the opioid crisis

    October 25, 2023

    Counties directing dollars to programs, Narcan deployment.

    911 call-takers in Tarrant County
    County Magazine

    Fighting staff shortages, county dispatch centers 'treading water'

    October 25, 2023

    Challenges include competitive job market, stressful work.

    Person looking at a computer screen
    County Magazine

    County-funded senior programs make a difference, one meal at a time

    October 25, 2023

    Each day, thousands of Texans get a hot meal thanks to local support.

    Inside of the Texas House of Representative chamber during the 88th regular legislative session
    County Magazine

    Capitol Gains & Losses: A recap of the 88th Texas Legislature

    July 31, 2023

    The regular session of the 88th Legislature began Jan. 10 with attention focused on a record $32.7 billion budget surplus.

    TAC Executive Director
    County Magazine

    Executive Director's Report

    July 31, 2023

    Stay engaged as we look forward to a busy rest of the year.

    Ector County Judge Dustin Fawcett standing with law enforcement officer on the front steps of the courthouse
    County Magazine

    Counties boost courthouse security to address growing threats

    July 31, 2023

    323% increase in court threats reported over a decade

    County employees that helped plan Chambers County Employee Health & Benefits Fair
    County Magazine

    Want a healthy workforce? Consider an employee clinic

    July 31, 2023

    Counties with clinics report reduced sick days, better retention

    Students from United High School in Webb County with County Judge Tano Tijerina in front of the medical examiner's office
    County Magazine

    How do we get kids interested in working for counties?

    July 31, 2023

    New programs spur young people's interest in county government jobs

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