🏢 Data centers 🤖 AI governance 📱 Social media They’re all on the agenda at the 2026 County Technology Conference, Oct. 27-30 in Austin. Explore timely tech issues affecting Texas counties and hear from county officials and experts. Agenda: ow.ly/7ECP50ZB67m

September is #NationalPreparednessMonth! Counties play a critical role in keeping communities informed and prepared before, during and after emergencies. TAC is highlighting resources all month, including crisis communications tools in our new County Communications Lab. ➡️ Learn more: ow.ly/2gMS50ZIott

Two keynotes. Four days of county tech. 💻 Join us Oct. 27-30 for the 2026 County Technology Conference, featuring leaders from the Department of Information Resources and Texas Cyber Command — plus sessions on AI, ADA compliance, social media and more. Explore the agenda: ow.ly/Zn4x50ZB5bU

That’s a wrap on TAC’s 2026 Legislative Conference! 👏 For three days, county officials from across Texas came together to learn, connect and prepare for the 90th Legislative Session. Thank you to our attendees, speakers, sponsors and partners for a great conference!

Day two of TAC’s Legislative Conference is tackling some of the biggest issues facing Texas counties — from tax office operations and disaster preparedness to death investigations, water policy and rapid development.

The 2026 TAC Legislative Conference is underway! ⭐ Opening keynote speaker S.C. Gwynne shared how county officials can tell their stories and show the impact of county government as Texas prepares for the 90th Legislature.

Congratulations to the winners of TAC’s 2026 County Best Practices Awards! 🏆 Eleven innovative programs were recognized for finding creative, practical ways to better serve their communities. ➡️ Meet the winners and explore their award-winning programs: ow.ly/A6fx50ZFnJE

✨ Board Member Spotlight: Gayla Hawkins With nearly 30 years in county government, Grayson County Treasurer and TAC Board Member Gayla Hawkins knows the importance of financial stewardship, innovation and teamwork. Read the full Q&A: ow.ly/S1Wz50ZzZVu

⏰ TAC’s Legislative Conference is here! This week, county officials from across Texas are coming together to connect, learn and prepare for the 90th Texas Legislature. Attending? Check your email for conference app details and important updates. Safe travels — we’ll see you soon! ➡️ county.org/legeconference

"Campaigning teaches you how to talk. Governing teaches you how to listen." In our latest TAC Board Member Spotlight, Wise County Judge J.D. Clark shares lessons on leadership, storytelling and why collaboration is key to serving Texans. 🔗Read the full Q&A: ow.ly/FZLe50Zrp5N

✨ Midland County is tackling recidivism by helping people prepare for life after jail. On the latest episode of Texas County Voice, learn how Pathways to H.O.P.E. promotes accountability, personal change and successful reentry. 🎧 Listen now: ow.ly/83ZK50MHjVH #TexasCountyVoice #TexasCounties #MidlandCounty

✨ Texas County Storytellers: Momentum in Midland How is Midland County breaking the cycle of recidivism? Through specialty courts, education, recovery services, peer mentorship and strong partnerships — with results that are changing lives and strengthening public safety. 🔗 Read the story: ow.ly/QVEz50Zy8bT

From law enforcement to communications to maintenance, county government jobs are diverse and impactful. Learn more about the different types of career paths county government has to offer in our latest video from Texas Counties Deliver. Watch here: ow.ly/tgrQ50Zx8Ta

NEW! What do rehabilitation programs, back-to-school readiness and Texas' newest state parks have in common? They're all in the latest issue of County magazine. Tune in to Texas County Voice for a preview of these stories and more! Listen: ow.ly/83ZK50MHjVH

📢NEW! County magazine summer issue is available now. In this issue: ▪️Texas County Storytellers Feature: Midland County tackles recidivism ▪️Rural health care ▪️County back-to-school support ▪️And more! ➡️Read it now: ow.ly/Fs3p50ZwiKR?

"Every county has a story." That message guided Wise County Judge J.D. Clark during his year as president of the National Association of Counties. Judge Clark joins Texas County Voice to share the insights, connections and experiences he gained while representing counties across the country. Listen now: ow.ly/83ZK50MHjVH

Willis Marlin uses CIRA’s accessibility compliance tool to help him keep Rusk County's website accessible. This feature contains two products -- one for website editors and one for website users. Learn more: ow.ly/lJO950Z7EJM

🏆 The TAC Communications team won 10 first-place national awards from NACIO, recognizing excellence in storytelling, member communications and creative content. Congratulations to our talented team! 👏 Read more: ow.ly/4KEW50ZtxPR

Congratulations to Bexar, Denton, El Paso, Harris, Hidalgo, Travis and Williamson counties on earning 2026 NACO Achievement Awards! 🏆 These awards recognize innovative county programs that strengthen communities and improve public service. See this year's honorees and winning programs: ow.ly/wuLF50ZrofU

Nobody understands Texas counties like TAC CIRA. 🎉CIRA is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year! Learn more about its history: ow.ly/YmE250Z7nj6