I took a day trip to La Grange to check out the bluebonnets (don't judge) and wanted to see what…read morethe city is all about. I checked out TripAdvisor to see what the top attractions in town are. Fayette County Courthouse was on the list. Located in downtown La Grange, the courthouse is surrounded by a nice square with lots of businesses, restaurants, and more close by. Like a lot of small towns, the county courthouse is one of the most picturesque parts of town. This one is no different. While the courthouse was closed and I couldn't go inside, it was still nice to check out from the outside from all angles and read a little bit about the history of the landmark.

The courthouse has a lot of history and it's a very good looking building. They have remodeled the…read moreinside, it's worth a stop if you are driving through La Grange. Stop in an visit with some of the folks working there, they can share some interesting facts about the county and the town. They always have nice Christmas decorations during the holidays.

The downtown courthouse and surrounding square seemed awfully quiet. Maybe because it was the…read moremiddle of the week. A few of the shops and restaurants and have come and gone since our last visit a few years ago. After eating at Deborah's Kitchen, we took a stroll around the courthouse. There were still plenty of historical plaques and other markers to celebrate Goliad County. Please take the time to learn about the county's legacy and heritage.

If you have taken 183S to the coast you have probably drove through Goliad. You probably also…read morestopped at the What a Burger to fuel up. Well, next time plan your trip when Market Days are being held and you have some time to check out downtown and the historic sites. You should definitely check out the square, the courthouse, and the hanging tree. There are a number of small shops, a cool deli, and a few places to wet your whistle. During market days there are plenty of vendors in attendance. The Agave Jalisco Mexican restaurant it's local and probably the best in town. History buffs check out Presidio La Bahia, Goliad State Park & Mission Espiritu Santo State Historic Site, Fannin Memorial Monument, and Our Lady of Loreto Chapel. Google em for more more Info.

Welcome to the BBQ Capital of Texas...and then some…read more Historic downtown on the National Register of Historic Places. Incredible architecture. Quaint shops, pubs, restaurants, and of course bbq joints! Beautiful state park and Chisholm trail. Caldwell County Courthouse boasts extraordinary architectural elements. Just about 30-40 minutes from Austin, it makes for a perfect day trip or overnighter. Easily walkable. Friendly folks. Perfectly charming old west town.

Was passing through and decided to scratch off a bucket list item. For years I have wanted to check…read moreout the county courthouse. In fact, Texas Highways Magazine had a great write-up about the downtown square. Had to look and see for myself. I was not disappointed! I didn't go inside, but I was just as impressed with the grounds and historical markers. Don't pass up an opportunity to checkout the City of Lockhart.

Good place to vote…read more EXCEPT! You will have to take your belt off to enter. Ugh! But the easy enough to make my way to basement to vote...

To start off, nowhere online does it say "No Vapes", it's stapled at the bottom of the courthouse…read moreRule as you enter the building and You will be denied entry with it and have to go back to your Vehicle and leave it there. Secondly, do not Wear clothing with a permanently attached Belt, you will be denied Entry, the Security will raise their Voice at You like that will make the Belt magically not be permanently attached. Lastly, be very mindful that the security Staff have a Mount Everest size Chip on their Shoulders, apparently making Eye Contact Warrants a Strip Search for Jury Duty. I'm all for doing my "Civic Duty" but when you are Talked down to like You are a Child, at that point I question My Civic Duty. I'm still trying to Wrap My Mind around how a Belt is deemed a threat.

Made for a great visit. Needed to come here for my son's forms and they made it super quick and…read moreeasy. Every single employee I encountered was absolutely beyond helpful and kind. So amazing. I wish them the best! They know there stuff here. It was a super quick visit in and out. On top of that I got my forms the same day I ordered. It's also really nice on the inside and kept pretty. Would recommend!

The way this county works there system is really crooked they need to be looked at immediately by…read morethe Texas State representatives.

I have been trying to communicate with the Judge Secretary since Wednesday with no response. I was…read moretold how to handle something now neither party is answering. At 1340 I called the Precinct again today to ask what was the price to file a Motion, they told me I would get a returned call because they did not have the answer. Now 1900 I have yet to get a call. Now I'm thinking just because the position they hold, they think they can do whatever. I warned them I would be posting everything public because Elgin is known for their ways of whiteness.

This is where we got married. Overall, our experience was good…read more Our wedding date was July 3rd (2009), so I called way in advance to make sure that would work out since it was a Friday before a major holiday and we wanted to get married in the early afternoon. This ended up working out fine for Judge Benton Eskew's schedule, so I went ahead and set things up with his secretary. I called back a couple of weeks before the wedding to confirm the date/time just to check, and I nearly passed out (really, at the time I had a heart condition that is now surgically corrected) when the secretary at first said she didn't have it down in her book. But then she checked the Judge's calendar, and our appointment was written down there. So everything was actually okay, it was just a bad scare (yep, that's why 4 stars and not 5). A few days before the wedding my now-husband and I went to get our marriage license. The employee we interacted with was very nice, she made friendly conversation with us while getting everything ready. We were given a funny little book about marriage, which was much more gender-equal than I expected. Our actual wedding went great. The Judge and the other employees were very friendly, and accommodating of the fact that we brought a small group with us. We were surprised that the Judge had a page of bible verses to read out before marrying us ... I realize that might bother others of course, and that's why I'm mentioning it, but it wasn't a big deal to us and probably made our families happy. He also spoke about the rings' symbolic function, etc. From what I'd previously heard about courthouse weddings, I had just been expecting something much more sterile/perfunctory/impersonal than what we got, so I was very happy. We have many great pictures from our ceremony (friends and family took them), when we were only expecting to have a few. When we later got our marriage certificate in the mail we received another happy surprise: it was actually nice to look at! We were planning on displaying it in our home anyway, but we expedited the process since the certificate was so pretty.

I've been here twice now, both times to visit the tax-assessors office to get a license plate (for…read moremy car, then my motorcycle), as I am a recent new resident to Texas. The parking lot is quite spacious; you won't have difficulty finding a place to park. Expect to go through a security checkpoint much like at an airport when you enter the building-- you'll need to remove things in your pockets and the like. The security team is pretty friendly though and will even make small talk to add comfort to the situation. The first time I went there was no line at all at the tax assessor's office. The second time there was a semi-sizeable line (approximately a dozen folks ahead of us) but it moved quickly! The clerks are polite and efficient. I do suggest bringing a checkbook if you have one to avoid a fee for the use of credit/debit card. This building is quite an aesthetic one for a government building and they made quite the effort to spread Christmas cheer with their decorations! Even the clerks had decorated their cubicles with their own fun festive flair.

The e-filing system feels unfair to many consumers, especially those already struggling…read morefinancially. If a filing is rejected for a small mistake, the fees are still taken immediately, yet refunds can take days or even weeks. Meanwhile, court deadlines continue running. This creates unnecessary hardship for people dealing with urgent legal matters like evictions or family court issues. Many people cannot afford to have hundreds of dollars tied up while trying to correct a simple filing error. The process should help people access justice, not discourage them from pursuing it.

The Caldwell County Courthouse may be the prettiest building in Lockhart. Located right smack dab…read morein the middle of the historic downtown area, the courthouse is an architectural marvel. I spent a week in Lockhart and checked out its splendor multiple times during my trip. While I didn't walk inside, the exterior is really what you care about. There are several signs outside of the courthouse that explains the history of the building so make sure to check them out! Beyond the architecture, the color scheme of the building is beautiful too.

This building is totally amazing ! I suggest your stop and…read moretake a picture ! The town center looks like it's from the movie - Back the future We passed by on a Sunday and all the shops were closed. I would have loved to see the town during business hours! Quite a drive Road - north and south Very bumpy - be careful

Judge Chu was a great option to officiate our wedding! Beautiful external on the courthouse and a…read moregreat experience.

There isn't much to say about a government-run facility so I will just lay out the basics. The…read moreguards were really nice and informative. They have a metal detector at the front but it is quite painless and fast! There is barely any parking around the building so it is better for you to find a parking garage or lot nearby and just walk there. The restrooms were clean and all the staff was really friendly. Unfortunately the judge called the jury bystanders in 55 minutes after the initial stated time listed in the hearing letter. That was a bummer ... but then the judge explained why we had to wait so that was nice. Lots of construction nearby so be ready to walk through some dirty/dusty/muddy streets.