Episode 71: The Clay County Chronicles, Interview with Mike Campbell

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Episode Summary: The Clay County Chronicles

• 🎙 Meet the Hosts: Terry McAdams, Mike Hendren, and Trey Sralla kick off another fun-filled episode of Get It Right Texoma.

• 🏍 Shoutout to Sponsors: Big thanks to Eddie Hills Fun Cycles, MacTech Solutions, and Lollie and Pop’s Sweet Shop for supporting the show!

• ⚖️ Special Guest: Clay County Judge Mike Campbell joins the trio to share insights into his role, responsibilities, and the unique challenges of governing a rural Texas county.

• 📚 County Judge 101: Judge Campbell explains what it means to be a county judge in Texas—covering everything from overseeing budgets to handling criminal court cases, and even stepping in for the Justice of the Peace when needed.

• 🐄 Animal Cruelty Case: Judge Campbell recounts a rare jury trial involving animal cruelty that stirred up quite a bit of attention in the county.

• 🏞 Clay County’s Vast Landscape: With 1,100 square miles, managing resources like volunteer fire departments and law enforcement is no small task in Clay County.

• 🚓 No Local Police: Henrietta relies on the county sheriff’s office instead of maintaining its own police department, a rare setup that Judge Campbell finds efficient.

• 🗳 Election Challenges: The county’s sprawling geography and the hunt for election workers, especially from the Democratic side, make managing elections in Clay County a tough job.

• 🚜 Rural Development: The recent sale of 77 out of 99 lots in a new subdivision highlights the growing interest in moving out of the crowded metro areas into Clay County.

• 💧 Water Wars: Judge Campbell delves into the ongoing debate over the Lake Ringo project, where concerns about eminent domain, water needs, and skyrocketing costs dominate the conversation.

• 🚧 Road Maintenance Woes: Gravel roads and dusty vehicles are just part of the rural living charm, but keeping those roads in good shape remains a constant challenge.

• 🏥 Healthcare Highlight: Clay County’s hospital is thriving, with plans for expanding mental health services, showing just how important local healthcare is to the community.

• 🎉 Good News: A new doctor is coming to town, and the county’s mental health services are getting a much-needed boost.

• 📱 Stay Connected: Judge Campbell encourages folks to follow Clay County on Facebook or visit their website for the latest updates.

• 😂 Fun Closing: The hosts wrap up with a few laughs about old TV quirks and operator clichés, reminding everyone to check out the sponsors and tune in next time!