Finance Committee begins Budget Hearings
By Richard Lee/ Special to East Texas Review The Senate Finance Committee on Monday began the first in what will be weeks’ worth of hearings on the budget for the 2026-2027 biennium. Chair and Houston Senator Joan Huffman unveiled the base proposal last
Smith County Grabs National Recognition
(Chicago, Illinois) – Government Finance Officers Association is pleased to announce that Smith County, Texas, received GFOA’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for its budget. The award represents a significant achievement by the entity. It reflects the commitment of the governing body and staff
89th Texas Legislative session begins with rosy economic outlook
I told everybody it was unprecedented, it was historical… yet here we are with another very large, record carry-over balance. Glenn Hegar – Texas Comptroller Comptroller Glenn Hegar delivers biannual revenue estimate. Photo credit: Comptroller.Texas.Gov. By Richard Lee Legislators will once again have
Smith County Commissioner J Scott Herod Sworn in to Office
I am extremely honored to begin serving the people of Smith County Precinct 3 as their county commissioner. I promise to listen and work hard for you to make our community a great place to live, work and play! Commissioner J Scott Herod
Christina Drewry sworn in to Office as Smith County Precinct 1 Commissioner
I am absolutely privileged and honored to be serving in this role. Commissioner Christina Drewry Judge Sarah Maynard, Commissioner Christina Drewry and Pastor Sam Deville. County Court-at-Law 2 Judge Sarah Maynard administered the oath of office while Flint Baptist Church Pastor Sam Deville
State of the City: Mayor Kristen Ishihara delivers first speech
We are coming together to do great things for Longview, and I’m so excited about what the future holds for us. Kristen Ishihara – Longview Mayor Mayor Kristen Ishihara (center) with Rebcca Berkley and Shuneda Sterrett. Mayor’s address chockfull of brags, honors, and
President-Elect Trump Nominates First Black Cabinet Member
I am pleased to nominate Scott Turner, from the Great State of Texas, as the Secretary of the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development. Statement – Trump transition team While serving as Executive Director of the White House Opportunity & Revitalization
TAC honors Smith County
This year celebrates our 50th year, and on behalf of the executive director, all the administration and every member of the Texas Association of Counties… Dearly, truly, thank you for having us. TAC Representative Kenny Lemons TAC Representative Kenny Lemons presents commemorative plaque
Breaking: Harris Picks Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as Running Mate
Forbes Magazine highlighted Walz’s appeal as a moderate Democrat with a working-class background and rural roots, making him an attractive option for independents and moderate Democrats. Minnesota Governor Tim Walz by Office of Governor Tim Walz & Lt. Governor Peggy Flanagan By Stacy
Barack and Michelle Obama formally endorse Kamala Harris as Democratic presidential nominee
Kamala Harris is the leader America needs. We are thrilled to endorse Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee for President of the United States. Michelle and Barack Obama Michelle and Barack Obama By Stacy M. Brown Former President Barack Obama and former First
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