Texas County Voice

What does a county judge do? And why are they called "county judges"? Comal County Judge Sherman Krause explains, in the first of an occasional series exploring the roles of county officials.

Judge Krause also talks about the challenges of keeping pace with rapid population growth in one of the country's fastest-growing counties.

To learn more about the services Texas counties provide and the responsibilities of each county official, visit www.TexasCountiesDeliver.org.

Randall County Commissioner Eric Barry, a classically trained tenor, shares his journey from singing opera in some of the world's most famous concert halls to settling down in the Panhandle and serving county government. Barry's interview with Texas County Voice can also be read in the latest issue of County magazine.

State Rep. Andrew Murr of Junction joins Texas County Voice to discuss how serving as Kimble County judge prepared him for the Legislature and to share his legislative priorities for the state and his wide-ranging, 16-county House district. This is the fourth in a series of interviews with state lawmakers by TAC Legislative Consultant Katy Estrada.

State Rep. Joe Moody of El Paso, chair of the House Criminal Jurisprudence Committee, joins Texas County Voice to share his legislative priorities of interest to counties. This is the third in a series of interviews with Capitol leaders by TAC Legislative Consultant Katy Estrada.

State Rep. Lynn Stucky of Denton joins Texas County Voice to discuss his legislative priorities of interest to counties. TAC Legislative Consultant Katy Estrada guest hosts.

State Rep. and former House Speaker Tom Craddick of Midland joins Texas County Voice to discuss his legislative priorities of interest to counties. TAC Legislative Consultant Katy Estrada guest hosts.

Chambers County District Clerk Patti Henry, president of the County and District Clerks' Association of Texas, joins the podcast to talk about her association's priorities for the 2023 legislative session. TAC Legislative Consultant Nanette Forbes guest hosts.

In this episode, we talk with Travis County District Clerk Velva Price about what it means to be the first Black district clerk in Travis County, her journey to elected office and what keeps her motivated with her work.

The Texas Legislature is in session and among the Texas Association of Counties' many educational and informational resources for county officials is the Core Legislative Group. TAC Legislative Consultant and Core Legislative Group coordinator Kelsey Bernstein talks with Travis County Constable Carlos Lopez and Schleicher County Treasurer Jennifer Henderson about this invaluable resource for county officials interested in the legislative process.

The Texas Legislature is back in session and the Texas Association of Counties is here to help you keep pace with the latest happenings at the Capitol. TAC's Legislative Services Director Noe Barrios joins us to give an overview.