By Sahar Chmais

A texting innovation should help residents when it comes to court dates and payment.

The Hays County Criminal Justice Committee has kicked off the new program that sends text message alerts to remind residents about their court responsibilities.

“We are all endlessly trying to make our courts as efficient and effective as possible as part of our mission to a better system for all departments in Hays County,” said Precinct 2 Justice of the Peace Beth Smith. “The cou...