By virtue of a state grant, the Hays County District Attorney’s office is hiring a new Victim Assistance Coordinator (VAC) to ensure crime victims receive services they need.

On Oct. 12, the Hays County Commissioners Court approved a two-year grant from Texas Gov. Greg Abbot’s office, which will cover 80 percent of the salary for a new full-time VAC position. The county will cover the remaining 20 percent of the salary.

The move comes as the an influx of criminal cases is placing a s...