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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."
Contact Us
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
Parking Garage and Courthouse Construction Update
The Smith County Commissioners Court on Tuesday, May 14, received an update on the Parking Garage and Courthouse construction projects.
Girl Scout Honored for Project Benefitting Veterans
The Smith County Commissioners Court adopted a resolution Tuesday, proclaiming May 14, 2024, as “Elizabeth Cater Day” in Smith County to honor a project the high school senior did for CampV.
Probate Court Administrator Wins Award
Smith County Probate Court Administrator Tina Knighton was honored Wednesday, May 1, with the 2024 TAALP Legal Professional of the Year Award at the Annual Law Day Luncheon.
Smith County Employee Recognitions
Kim Christopher was honored during Commissioners Court Tuesday, April 30, for 30 years of service to Smith County.
Joint City Election Early Voting
Early Voting runs from April 22-30, for the Joint City Election.
Smith Countywide Cleanup Set for April
Smith County residents will get to take one free trip to the landfill during the annual Smith Countywide Cleanup, which runs from April 1 through May 4.
Smith County House Fire Results in Two Deaths
March 18, 2024: The Smith County Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating a Sunday night fire that resulted in the deaths of a mother and daughter in Lindale.
Smith County Employee Recognitions
Marvin Ross was honored during Commissioners Court Tuesday, February 27, 2024, for his 10 years of service to the Smith County Facility Services Department.
Court Approves ARPA Funding to Begin Spay and Neuter Program
The Smith County Commissioners Court approved spending $100,000 in American Rescue Plan Act funds to start a spay and neuter program available to all residents of Smith County.
Smith County Employee Recognitions
Smith County Road Administrator Doug Nicholson has worked in just about every position the Smith County Road and Bridge Department has during his 30 years of service to the county.
County Launches Hazard Mitigation Public Input Survey
Smith County’s Emergency Management Office has launched the Hazard Mitigation Public Input Survey —a user-friendly tool designed for residents to report and share vital information about potential hazards across the county.
County Donates Surplus to Mustard Seed Ministries
Smith County donated surplus computer equipment Monday, December 18, to Mustard Seed Ministries that will be refurbished and given to local school children.
Smith County Carport Fire Leaves Two People Injured
At 11:08 p.m. Monday, November 27, the Smith County Fire Marshal’s Office, along with several fire departments, were dispatched to a reported carport on fire with two people inside.
Officials Hold Groundbreaking for Parking Garage
Smith County Officials held a groundbreaking ceremony Wednesday, October 25, to kick off construction of the five-story parking garage that will serve downtown.
Smith County Road Projects Completed
A Smith County Road Bond Project west of Tyler has recently been completed.
Fire Marshal’s Office Installs Weather System Station
The Smith County Fire Marshal’s Office has installed a Weather System Station at the Emergency Operations Center to provide emergency management officials and members of the public a chance to access real-time, detailed weather data.
Smith County Fire Marshal Appointed
The Smith County Commissioners Court on Tuesday, September 19, voted to unanimously appoint Smith County Chief Deputy Fire Marshal Chad Hogue to serve as Fire Marshal.
Commissioners Approve Sale of Courthouse Bonds
The Smith County Commissioners Court on Tuesday, August 22, 2023, voted to approve the sale of the voter-approved general obligation courthouse bonds after receiving five competitive bids.
Smith County Jury Parking Has Moved
August 14, 2023: People summoned to appear for Smith County Jury Duty are being asked to change where they park during construction of the County’s parking garage.
Construction Manager for Bond Project Approved
Smith County Commissioners Court on July 5, approved appointing Hoar Construction, who is teaming with SCI Construction, to head the Smith County Courthouse and Parking Garage Bond project.