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The Smith County Communications Office strives to promote transparency by providing the public with the most accurate, accessible and up-to-date information possible while promoting the county's brand and message of "Striving for Excellence."
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Located on the first floor of the Smith County Annex Building
200 E. Ferguson, Suite 100
Tyler, Texas 75702
Phone: 903-590-4607
Email: Casey Murphy
County News
Smith County Employee Retirements
Two longtime employees in the Smith County Pre-Trial Release Department were honored for their years of service during a retirement party on Wednesday, December 18.
Victim Assistance Coordinator Wins State Award
The Smith County Criminal District Attorney’s Office is proud to announce that Sherry Magness has been awarded the 2024 Suzanne McDaniel Award by the Texas District and County Attorneys Association (TDCAA).
Smith County Employee Recognitions
Verna Carroll was honored during Commissioners Court Tuesday, November 26, for 25 years of service to Smith County.
County Launches New Open Records Search Platform
Smith County has launched a new open records request platform to improve convenience for the public and efficiency for the county.
Smith County Employee Veterans
Smith County wants to take a moment this Veterans Day to thank all our officials and employees who have served in the United States Military. Smith County has 92 Officials and Employees who are veterans.
Smith County Burn Ban Lifted
The Smith County Commissioners Court voted to rescind the Smith County Burn Ban Tuesday, November 5, after receiving much-needed rain.
Smith County Property Taxes Mailed
November 4, 2024: The Smith County Tax Office is mailing out 183,312 property tax statements.
Election Day Information
Here is everything you need to know about voting on Election Day, November 5, in Smith County.
Smith County Early Voting Updates
October 31: There are only two days left of early voting if you want to skip the long lines expected on Election Day!
October 31, 2024 Smith County Burn Ban Update
Smith County remains under a burn ban after receiving much-needed rain on Thursday, October 31.
Smith County Employee Recognitions
Smith County Sheriff’s Deputy Michael Johnson was honored Tuesday, September 24, during Commissioners Court for 20 years of service to the sheriff’s office.
Smith County gives $4 Million in ARPA Funds for Mental Health Facility
The Smith County Commissioners Court on Tuesday, September 24, voted to approve allocating $4 million in ARPA funding to The University of Texas Health Science Center at Tyler to help pay for a behavioral health hospital.
Commissioners Appoint Danny Brown to JP 5
Smith County Commissioners Court voted unanimously to appoint Danny Brown to the Precinct 5 Justice of the Peace position after Judge Jon Johnson announced his retirement.
September 17 is National Voter Registration Day
Are you registered to vote in the Presidential Election on November 5? Volunteer deputy registrars will be setting up at locations throughout Smith County on Tuesday, September 17, for National Voter Registration Day.
Fire Marshal Gives Fire Weather Outlook
September 10, 2024: Smith County grassfires have increased dramatically in the last couple of weeks. Although Smith County has received recent rains, it hasn’t been enough.
Bullard Church Honored With Community Hero Award
Smith County officials awarded the Bullard Southern Baptist Church with a Smith County Community Hero Award on September 6, thanking the church for graciously opening its doors to shelter residents after severe weather hit the area on May 23.
Commissioners Court Adopts Proposed FY 2025 Budget and Tax Rate
On Tuesday, September 3, the Smith County Commissioners Court held another public hearing before adopting the Proposed Fiscal Year 2025 Budget and Tax Rate.
ALERT Academy Honored with Community Hero Award
Smith County officials awarded the ALERT Academy with a Smith County Community Hero Award for volunteering to help residents clean up storm damages in May.
Smith County JP Announces Retirement
Smith County Precinct 5 Justice of the Peace Jon Johnson has announced his retirement after a 35-year criminal justice career.
Commissioners Court Receives Awards from Texas Association of Counties
On August 20, 2024, the Smith County Commissioners Court received two awards from the Texas Association of Counties.