took the oath of office Sunday, Jan. 1, 2022, at 2 p.m. at the Dickens County courthouse. Stella Carter, as notary, officiated for Kevin Brendle, County Judge, who administered the oaths to Danay Carnes, County/District Clerk; Patti Hagar, Justice of the Peace; Mike Smith, Commissioner, Precinct 2; and Brandi Abbott,
