Stephens County is set to achieve a first in the state of Texas. When Stephens County Judge Michael Roach begins to hear misdemeanor cases in January, the county will also become the first rural county in the state to host a mental health court. Roach spoke to the Rotary Club of Breckenridge Tuesday, Dec. 19 to give an update on the county. According to the Texas Judicial Commission of Mental Health, only 23 counties have a recognized mental health court program with some counties having more than one program.
Stephens County Judge Michael Roach announced today the Stephens County Commissioners Court will be rescinding the appointment of Mary O’Dell as Stephens County Treasurer. The decision was made following further guidance from the outside council.
The Stephens County Commissioners Court held an emergency meeting Monday, Oct. 23 where Stephens County Judge Michael Roach announced Treasurer Sharon Trigg’s intention to resign.
The Daily Yonder One Night with a County Judge on the Front Lines of the Texas Emergency Stephens County Judge Michael Roach and his F-150 seem to be everywhere on the night sub-zero temperatures lock Breckenridge, Texas, in the deep freeze with an unreliable supply of electricity. But wherever he goes, he’s never far from a volunteer, public employee, or anonymous benefactor who are all trying to help their community pull through.
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Stephens County, Texas, Judge Michael Roach speaks on the phone to help coordinate the community s response. His responsibilities on one day during the emergency included establishing an emergency shelter, transporting residents stuck by the storm, monitoring the electric company s plans, accepting an anonymous donation to distribute to families who need help, and more. (Photo by Tony Pilkington/Breckenridge Texas)