Texas County Voice recently reached out to county leaders as they prepared for the April 8 solar eclipse. From Bandera to Llano counties, and up to Rains County, join us on a journey through planning and anticipation as Texas counties get ready to witness and manage an unforgettable experience for both residents and visitors alike.

Please join Texas County Voice as we spotlight and celebrate the public servants who are making a difference in the Lone Star State. Our guest this episode: Schleicher County Judge Charlie Bradley.

In this episode of Texas County Voice, El Paso County Commissioner David Stout shares his journey from broadcast journalism to county government, highlights the issues and initiatives he champions, and discusses the importance of community engagement and collaboration in shaping effective policies. Please join us as we continue our conversations with the public servants who are making a difference in the Lone Star State.

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Texas County Voice recently traveled to Washington, D.C., for the National Association of Counties' 2024 Legislative Conference. Join us as we sit down with NACo Executive Director Matt Chase to discuss federal policies and other developments shaping county governance. You'll also hear from Comal County Criminal District Attorney Jennifer Tharp on her priorities and conference takeaways.

Related information:

• For additional coverage of NACo's 2024 NACo Legislative Conference, visit naco.org.
• Go here to download and pre-order copies of NACo's AI-generated children's book, "The Marvelous Adventures in Countyland."

In this episode of Texas County Voice, we step back in time to explore the rich history of Buffalo Gap, the former county seat of Taylor County. Join us as we visit a living connection to the past.

In this episode, Texas County Voice looks ahead to February's 15th annual Healthy County Boot Camp. Join us as Texas Association of Counties Wellness Consultants Ashley Cureton-Whitfield and Biral Patel discuss the unique features of this year's event and share advice for setting and achieving personal health and fitness goals.

Yoakum County Commissioner Tim Addison began his two-year term as President of the Texas Association of Counties' Board of Directors on Jan. 1. In this episode of Texas County Voice, Commissioner Addison discusses his experience in public service, his family's deep roots in Texas and his goals as TAC President.

Texas Association of Counties Executive Director Susan Redford interviews Tom Green County Auditor Nathan Cradduck, whose two-year term as TAC Board President ends Dec. 31. They reflect on Cradduck's key accomplishments, including a renewed commitment to member engagement after the pandemic, and discuss the challenges and future of county leadership.

Please join Texas County Voice as we continue to spotlight and celebrate the public servants who make a difference in the Lone Star State. Our guest: Taylor County Commissioner Chuck Statler.

Commissioner Statler is a former president of the County Judges and Commissioners Association of Texas and a former member of the Texas Association of Counties' Board of Directors. He has a radio and television background and still pursues his passion for broadcasting by announcing local football, basketball and baseball games – something he's been doing for more than 40 years.

Please join Texas County Voice as we continue to spotlight and celebrate the public servants who make a difference in the Lone Star State. Our guest: Parmer County Commissioner Kirk Frye.