Smith County commissioners raise concerns about sheriff's performance

Jun 30, 2025

Commissioners at the June 30 meeting cited statute violations, prisoner-care and officer-safety concerns, incomplete certifications and absences related to Sheriff Travis Conaway; supporters praised the sheriff, and no formal personnel action was recorded.

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On June 30, 2025, the Smith County Board of Commissioners discussed multiple concerns about Sheriff Travis Conaway's performance during a regularly scheduled meeting in the commissioners' room.

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