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The Texas Association of Counties was created by Texas counties to improve and promote the value of county government. We are led by counties for counties.

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NEW! We’re joined by Matt Chase, CEO & executive director of the National Association of Counties, to talk about NACo’s new We Are Counties campaign.
Tune in to hear how counties can take control of their narrative and make their voices heard.
Listen now at the link in bio.
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TAC is accepting applications for the Leadership 254 program June 1 – July 6, 2026.

Apply today: https://t.co/PlDoUvtgl5

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100 episodes and counting!

Texas County Voice is celebrating a major milestone as we look back on the stories, guests and unforgettable moments that have shaped the podcast since 2022.

Thank you to everyone who has joined the conversation along the way!

Tune in to our 100th episode today: https://t.co/lOR0iO805d

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Congratulations to the Leadership 254 graduating class of 2025-2026!

Mark your calendars! TAC is accepting applications for the 2027-2028 cohort June 1 – July 6, 2026.

Learn more about Leadership 254: https://t.co/Qq1iY3jQcq

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Local elected officials from southeast Texas gathered in Beaumont for important discussions about their communities as the Legislature begins work on their interim charges. Representative Trent Ashby (R-Lufkin) joined the group to listen to their issues and offer advice on working with the Legislature.
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TAC President and Denton County Treasurer Cindy Yeatts Brown and Burnet County Treasurer Karrie Crownover spoke to TAC staff as part of our County Government 101 series, which helps staff better understand the work and responsibilities of county officials across Texas.

Thank you to both for sharing their knowledge, experience, and insight into the important role county treasurers play in serving their communities. Opportunities like these help strengthen our understanding of county government and support the work we do every day.

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At the 2026 Japan-Texas Economic Summit, county leaders from across Texas joined conversations on semiconductors, AI infrastructure, energy and workforce growth.

Read more about how Texas counties took center stage in Arlington: https://t.co/Fhgd0Jc7lh

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The Texas Association of Counties mourns the loss of former TAC President Judge Vernon Cook, who passed away May 3, 2026.

“A lot of the things that TAC is doing and has done for the last fifteen years are a result of what Vernon did,” said Gene Terry, former TAC Executive Director from 2010-2018.

Learn more about Judge Cook's leadership and legacy here: https://t.co/fUqoC0ayQ8

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NEW! From a new mental health facility in Galveston County to a heroic rural EMS service in Washington County to the legendary tale of Eastland County’s Old Rip, Texas County Voice is highlighting the can’t-miss stories featured in the latest issue of County magazine.

Tune in today! https://t.co/lOR0iO805d

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It's MFA May!

Every year, TAC highlights one of the most effective cybersecurity practices: multi-factor authentication (MFA).

Learn more: https://t.co/t0M2bfIkOQ

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📢NEW! County magazine spring issue is available now.
In this issue:
▪️Texas County Storytellers Feature: Galveston County's Mental Health Wellness Center
▪️Green infrastructure
▪️County time capsules
▪️And more!
➡️Read it now: https://t.co/VFX2C69oZe

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Important update: The Department of Justice has granted a one-year extension to the web accessibility compliance deadline.

The new deadlines are:
• Counties with populations at or over 50,000: April 26, 2027
• Counties with populations below 50,000: April 26, 2028

Learn more: https://t.co/YoLEVogzyz

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Get to know one of the leaders helping shape the future of Texas counties.

Our latest TAC blog spotlights Hon. Shay Luedeke, Bell County Tax Assessor-Collector and Secretary of the Texas Association of Counties Board of Directors.

🔗 Read the full blog: https://t.co/mLBzW6HnFT

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Big trucks. Bigger challenges.
In the latest episode of our Texas County Voice podcast, hear how counties in the Eagle Ford Shale came together to tackle the hidden costs of the oil and gas boom.
It’s a compelling look at the vital role county government plays every day.
Tune in today! https://t.co/lOR0iO805d

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That's a wrap on this year's County Management and Risk Conference! Thank you to everyone who attended and made this event a success.

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April is National County Government Month!

Counties play a vital role in keeping our communities running, from public safety to infrastructure and essential services.

Join us in recognizing the dedicated public servants who make it all happen.

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Last week, the TAC team volunteered at The Marbridge Foundation, a local non-profit that assists adults living with disabilities. TAC staff helped organize a field day event, which was complete with frisbee golf, bowling, and axe throwing.

Learn more at https://t.co/5BZ2Byx1ti

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📽️Sharing a behind-the-scenes look at this year's County Elections Academy. The conference provides the education and resources that county officials and personnel need to hold efficient and secure elections. More at https://t.co/eyakNIChsn.
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In our Women's History Month blog post, we celebrate Denton County Clerk Juli Luke. Her advice to young women interested in public service: “Find your why.”

Read more:
https://t.co/jwZfFjLBwM

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How does a rural county rebuild and maintain roads when growth outpaces funding?

This Texas County Voice episode takes a deeper look at how De Witt County’s county leaders are tackling road maintenance needs in the Eagle Ford Shale.

Listen now and view all of the associated media with this Texas County Storytellers’ feature:
https://t.co/hwCAllXwq0