Hamilton County

Hamilton County Offices

Hamilton County Town List

Hamilton County was founded in 1856. The County seat is Hamilton and is located in the Edwards Plateaus, Central Texas. On its north, it is bounded by Comanche, Erath, and Bosque counties. Mills County is on its west, while Lampasas and Coryell Counties are on its south. 

The County was named after James Hamilton. He was the governor of South Carolina and invested heavily in over $210,000 gold. The money helped in the struggle for independence from Mexico. Hamilton County sits on an approximate area of 844 square miles. It has an estimated population of 8,500, and its two largest towns are Hamilton and Hico. 

History of Hamilton County 

Indigenous people were the first inhabitants of Hamilton County. Native American tribes like the Tawakola and Waco later settled in the area. It claimed its independence from Mexico in 1836, and the first white settlers were in the County by 1854. 

It was best known for cotton cultivation which was done in over 47,000 acres by 1900. The West Texas Rattlesnakes also invaded the County in 2009.  

Hamilton County Major Towns 

Hamilton County has three major cities; Event, Hamilton, and Hico. Hamilton city has the highest population of about 3,300 residents. It has 1,529 house units with an average home value of $167,200. Hamilton is an economic hub with several amenities such as manufacturing plants and courts health facilities. 

Hico is also another city in Hamilton County, Texas. The city has an estimated population of 1,370 as of July 2021. It has several eateries, restaurants, nightclubs, and cinemas. The city also has a museum called “Billy the Kid Museum” and other outdoor parks. 

Another fascinating city in Hamilton county is Evant. It has an estimated population of 467 residents. Event is an excellent town with several businesses, schools, and hospitals. 

Other towns located in Hamilton County include Aleman, Carlton, Ohio, Fairy, and Vista. 

Hamilton County Events 

Hamilton County has many cultural and community events they undertake every year. They do it as a way of appreciating their heritage and remembering the County’s history. 

The Hamilton County Dove Festival is celebrated every year during Labor Day Weekend. The festival comes with many activities, including a parade, live music, vendors, car shows, softball tournaments, and more. 

Another great event is the Hamilton Heritage Days. It involves weekends full of concerts, a rodeo, and more. The event is usually carried out at the Hamilton Fair Park. 

Trick or Treat Around the Square is an event that is commemorated every 4th Friday in October. It is undertaken at the Historic Downtown Square. 

The Christmas Tour of Homes is another great event that is done every 1st Saturday of December. It involves touring some of the most beautiful homes in Hamilton County. 

Another great event is Christmas on the Square. It is commemorated on the 1st Thursday in December. At this event, you can visit Santa Claus at the magnificent Hamilton County Courthouse.  

Hamilton County Offices 

Hamilton County has several offices that help run and govern the County. They include the Commissioners Court, county judge, County Attorney, County Clark County Auditor, and Sheriff’s Office.  

The Commissioners Court is led by a County Judge named W. Mark Tynes. Their offices are located in N. Rice Hamilton.  The phone number of the judge is 254-386-8542; you can also fax him on 254-386-8727. 

• Precinct one commissioner is called Johnny Wagner, and you can contact him on 254-386-8542. You can as well fax him on 254-386-8727.  
• Precinct 2 commissioner is Keith Allen Curry. His phone number is 254-386-4942, while the fax is 254-386-8787.   
• Precinct 3 commissioner is Lloyd Huggins. His phone number is 254-485-2683.  
• Precinct 4 commissioner is Dickie Clar, and his contact is 254-386-6260. You can fax him on 254-386-8727. 

The County Attorney is Mark Henkes. His address is 100 W Main, Hamilton, Texas 76531. You can contact him on 254-386-3217. 

You can contact the County Editor at 254-386-1270 or email them via [email protected].  

The Assistant Financial Officer is Carla Broome, whose phone number is 254-386-1290. 

Cynthia K. Puff is the County Clerk. Their address is 102 N Rice, Suite 107, Hamilton, Texas 76531. You can contact them on 254-386-1203; their fax address is 254-386-8727. 

The Justice of the Peace is James Lively. Their office address is 102 N Rice, Suite 115 Hamilton, Texas 76531. You can contact them on 254-386-1221 and fax them on 254-386-1223. 

Terry Payne Short is the County Tax Assessor-Collector. The office address is 102 N Rice, Suite 110, Hamilton, Texas 76531. You can contact her on 254-386-1230 or fax via 254-386-1233. 

The County Treasurer is Tonya Cox. Their office address is 102 N Rice, Suite 104, Hamilton, Texas 76531. You can contact her on 254-386-1260. 

Justin Caraway is the County Sheriff. Their office is located at 1108 S Rice Hamilton, Texas 76531. Contact them through 254-386-8128 or send an email to [email protected] 

Roles of the County Attorney 

Hamilton County has an attorney who represents the state in the county courts. They defend suits of interest to the County and are legal advisors to the County. They can as well represent the state in district courts if there is no district attorney. Their roles include; 

• Representing the state in criminal prosecution cases. 
• Liaise with law enforcement officers to investigate criminal cases. 
• Offering legal advice to the Commissioner’s Court and other elected officials. 
• Providing civil action on behalf of the state or County.