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Mission Statement
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
Property Taxes Mailed to Residents
The Smith County Tax Office is mailing out 186,349 property tax statements.
Smith County Plans to Spend Opioid Settlement Funds
The Smith County Commissioners Court is accepting applications from local agencies that help provide treatment and recovery support services for opioid addiction.
Seized Dogs Rescued
The Italian Greyhound Rescue Foundation recently rescued all 44 dogs that were seized by the Smith County Animal Control and Shelter.
Smith County Employee Recognitions
Sharon Gregory was honored during Commissioners Court Tuesday, October 28, for 20 years of service to the Smith County Juvenile Services Department.
Early Voting Information
October 20, is the first day to early vote in the November 4, 2025, Constitutional Amendment and Joint Election, as well as several city and school elections throughout Smith County.
Smith County Warrants Solution Program Runs October 6-17
Smith County is holding its Warrants Solution Program, offering those with arrest warrants for outstanding court fines a chance to pay them before being arrested.
November 4 Election Information
October 6 is the last day to register to be able to vote in the November 4, 2025, Constitutional Amendment and Joint Election, as well as several city and school elections throughout Smith County.
Smith County Employee Recognition
Tiffany Williamson was recognized during Commissioners Court September 30, 2025, for five years of service at the Smith County Veterans Services Office.
Smith County Road Projects Update
The Smith County Commissioners Court on September 30, 2025, approved contracts for six county roads to be reconstructed as part of the Road and Bridge Bond Program.
First Responders Honored with Community Hero Awards
A Lindale Police sergeant and a dispatcher were honored with Community Hero Awards during Smith County Commissioners Court for their life-saving efforts that saved a 2-year-old girl from choking.
Road and Bridge Bond Program Update
The Smith County Commissioners Court received a progress report on Phase 2 of the Smith County Road and Bridge Bond Program on Tuesday, September 23.
Election Day Information
Smith County will have 29 polling locations open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Election Day Tuesday, November 4.
Retiring Assistant District Attorney Wins Award
The Smith County Criminal District Attorney’s Office is proud to announce the retirement of Mike West after 21 years. West, who served as the Appellate Chief over the Appeals Division for much of his career, retired September 30 and received the 2025 Kepple Award.