Sheriffs' Association of Texas Celebrates 150 Years

Sheriffs' Association of Texas Celebrates 150 Years

NAVARRO COUNTY - On Wednesday, the Sheriffs' Association of Texas celebrated 150 years in its place of conception, Navarro County, founded on August 14, 1874.

NAVARRO COUNTY - On Wednesday, the Sheriffs' Association of Texas celebrated 150 years in its place of conception, Navarro County, founded on August 14, 1874.

Kaufman County Sheriff Bryan Beavers was in attendance for the historic meeting.

"It was a privilege to participate in this gathering, which brought together sheriffs, both past and present, from across the great state of Texas," said Sheriff Beavers. "I want to extend special thanks to Sheriff Elmer Tanner of Navarro County for organizing this historic event."

The Sheriffs' Association of Texas is one of the oldest law enforcement organizations in the nation.