Lubbock County s newly elected and re-elected officials have taken their oaths of office, in a ceremony Friday morning.
Judge Phillip Hays now presides over the 99th District Court. Retiring District Jude Bill Sowder administered the oath. It s very humbling to understand and know the voters of Lubbock County have spoken and have decided that i m the person they want to be the judge in the 99th District Court, Judge Hays said. I hope to give anyone that comes in their day in court, their opportunity to be heard, and to listen and rule fairly. Â
Terrence Kovar was sworn in as county commissioner for precinct 1. He replaces Bill McCay, who retired after 16 years.