U.S. Rep. Jay Obernolte (second from right) meets with Orange County, Calif., Fire Authority District Chief Mike Sheehan (right) to discuss wildfire response and intergovernmental coordination.
Maryland State Sen. Kevin Harris (second from right) tours an energy production plant with Calvert County commissioners Earl Hance (left) and Mark Cox (right).
Wake County, N.C., Commissioner Susan Evans (center) joins local leaders to launch a county initiative focused on youth outreach and community support.
Clark County, Ohio, commissioners (left to right) Charlie Patterson, Melanie Wilt and Sasha Rittenhouse cut the ribbon on the county's newly renovated courthouse.
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (center), Erie County, N.Y., Executive Mark Poloncarz (fourth from right) and local leaders announce a new state and local initiative focused on internet safety for youth.
Grand County, Colo., commissioners discuss local challenges and priorities with Colorado Speaker of the House Julie McCluskie and State Sen. Dylan Roberts (left).
Los Angeles County, Calif., Supervisor Kathryn Barger commemorates the one-year anniversary of the California wildfires, thanking survivors for their advocacy and addressing ongoing recovery needs.
Vigo County, Ind., commissioners Chris Switzer (third from right) and Mark Clinkenbeard (second from right) present a check to a local food pantry that serves hundreds of residents in need every week.
County employees from Greene County, Mo., attend the first session of the county's leadership academy course, where they will learn more about government operations, budgeting and management.
Chatham County, N.C., commissioners hear updates from education, public safety and public health departments as part of a budget retreat focused on shaping future goals and priorities.
St. Charles Parish, La., President Matthew Jewell (center) and parish officials break ground on a new infrastructure project that will improve boating access and support tourism.
Monmouth County, N.J., Commissioner Tom Arnone (center) and County Clerk Christine Hanlon (fourth from right) attend a flag raising ceremony to celebrate the nation's 250th anniversary.
U.S. Rep. Brad Finstad (second from right) discusses county priorities with Pope County, Minn., Commissioner Larry Lindor (second from left) and representatives from the Association of Minnesota Counties.
County state association officials from across the nation visit George Washington's Mount Vernon in Fairfax County, Va., for a series of presentations focused on developing effective leadership strategies.
NACo President J.D. Clark delivers the keynote speech at the State of America's Counties summit in Washington, D.C., emphasizing the vital role of counties in shaping policy and delivering services.
Florida State Rep. Jervonte Edmonds (third from right) meets with Palm Beach County, Fla., Vice Mayor Marci Woodward (center) to discuss county legislative priorities.
County executives from across the state of New York gather for a winter meeting in Albany County, discussing federal funding freezes, cost shifts and other challenges facing local governments.
Hardy County, W.Va., Clerk Loretta Humbertson, Commission President Steven Schetrom (center) and Commissioner David Fansler (second from right) present a check on behalf of the county government to a local volunteer fire department.
The Association of County Commissioners of Oklahoma hosts a training session on jail administration for commissioners and sheriffs from counties across the state.
Mariposa County, Calif., Supervisor Rosemarie Smallcombe (right) presents certificates to long-serving county employees, thanking them for their service.
County leaders and community partners from Cherokee County, Ga., break ground on a new transit center that will assist area seniors with transportation to grocery stores and doctor visits.
Hawai'i Gov. Josh Green (back left) attends the opening of the 2026 state legislature session with [front, left to right]; Honolulu County Mayor Rick Blangiardi, Maui County Mayor Richard Bissen, Kaua'i County Mayor Derek Kawakami and Hawai'i County Mayor Kimo Alameda.
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro (center) discusses intergovernmental partnership and county policy priorities with County Commissioners Association of Pennsylvania Executive Director Kyle Kopko (right) and executive committee members.
Florida State Sen. Thomas Leek (center) meets with Flagler County Administrator Heidi Petito (third from right), Deputy County Administrator Percy Sayles (second from left) and county commissioners to discuss legislative priorities.
West Virginia Delegate Charles Sheedy (second from left) and State Sen. Charles Clements (second from right) connect with Marshall County Commissioner David McLaughlin (left) and Wetzel County Commissioner Kelly Nelson.
The Rural County Representatives of California executive team presents leadership awards to California assembly members Gregg Hart (third from left) and James Gallagher (third from right).
Cortland County, N.Y., recently became a new NACo member! This Thursday, the County Legislature met with NACo Director of Member Engagement Tammy Tincher (front, second from right) to learn more about NACo's resources.
Cook County, Ill., Board President Toni Preckwinkle joins local leaders to announce a new maternal health initiative that connects families with public health nurses during pregnancy.
New Hanover County, N.C., commissioners and community partners cut the ribbon on a new substance use stabilization and recovery center, offering health resources and transitional housing to residents in crisis.
Boone County, Mo., Commissioner Janet Thompson (second from left) and county public safety and justice leaders tour the County Sheriff Office’s new regional training center.
County employees, leaders and residents in Genesee County, Mich., gather for a day of dialogue and community building in recognition of National Day of Racial Healing.
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds (center) meets with county officials representing the state's northwestern counties, discussing property tax reform and other regional priorities.
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (center) connects with New Mexico Counties President Terri Fortner (sixth from left) and state legislators during the New Mexico Counties Legislative Conference in Santa Fe County, N.M.
Arizona Speaker of the House Steve Montenegro (second from left) discusses county and state priorities with (left to right): Graham County Supervisor Paul David, Apache County Supervisor Alton Joe Shepherd and Maricopa County Supervisor Kate Brophy McGee.
Onondaga County, N.Y., Executive Ryan McMahon (left) meets with Matt Coleman, Atlantic Regional Administrator for the U.S. Small Business Administration, to explore federal and local partnership opportunities and resources to support county businesses.
Milwaukee County, Wis., Executive David Crowley (right) convenes a round table with community leaders to share updates and gather feedback on county public safety initiatives.
Adams County, Colo., commissioners lead a telephone town hall for residents, answering questions regarding county funding, local programs, community concerns and more.
County Commissioners Association of Ohio board members gather for an organizational meeting welcoming new leaders and discussing statewide county priorities.
Pennsylvania State Sen. Lynda Culver (second from right) joins Snyder County, Pa., commissioners and local leaders at a kickoff event celebrating America's 250th anniversary.
Hillsborough County, Fla., commissioners and community partners cut the ribbon on a new behavioral health and substance use recovery center that will provide long-term care, family support services and more.
New York State Senator Monica Martinez (center) meets with New York county leaders as part of an advocacy day organized by the New York State Association of Counties.
West Virginia State Treasurer Larry Pack (third from left) meets with Berkeley County, W.Va., commissioners during a regional visit focused on supporting local economic growth.
DuPage County, Ill., board members Sam Tornatore (third from left) and Cindy Cronin Cahill (fourth from left) join city leaders for a meeting focused on local government collaboration.
Indiana County Clerks representing Monroe, St. Joseph, Cass and Knox counties join Association of Indiana Counties staff to testify at the state capitol, sharing election administration expertise.
The Association of County Commissioners of Alabama convenes a county advocacy day in Montgomery County, Ala., gathering county leaders for meetings with state lawmakers.
NACo staff visit Fairfax County, Va., to learn about the county's comprehensive behavioral health services in the areas of mental health, substance use and developmental disabilities.
Frederick County, Md., Executive Jessica Fitzwater (center) discusses county government roles, responsibilities and programs with residents participating in a regional leadership program.
Fulton County, Ga., Commissioner Bridget Thorne welcomes the 2025-2026 cohort of the county's youth commission, a leadership development initiative for high school students.
Federal Transportation Administrator Marc Molinaro (center) discusses county transportation projects, including commuter rail, with Broward County, Fla., commissioners.
Oregon county leaders visit the state capitol to meet with legislators, highlight county roles and priorities and strengthen state and local partnership.
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel (right) meets with Macomb County Commissioner and Michigan Association of Counties President Antoinette Wallace to discuss opioid settlement funding and other statewide priorities.
Snohomish County, Wash., Councilmember Nate Nehring (left) and Washington Lieutenant Gov. Denny Heck connect at the state capitol, discussing civic leadership.
Bernalillo County, N.M., commissioners meet with State Sen. Michael Padilla (center) to advocate for county priorities in housing, public safety, roads and animal care.
Polk County, Iowa, Supervisor Angela Connolly (second from left), Sheriff Kevin Schneider and community partners celebrate the opening of a new food pantry.
Cumberland County, Pa., commissioners recognize local business leaders for their successes in creating inclusive workplaces for residents with disabilities.
Westchester County, N.Y., Executive Ken Jenkins (third from left) attends a symposium on medical research, exploring emerging technologies and their impacts on health outcomes.
Kentucky Circuit Court Clerks gather in Franklin County, Ky., for the Kentucky Association of Counties' legislative reception honoring county officials from across the state.
Emergency management employees from Johnston County, N.C., participate in the county's "Wear Red Day," an initiative to raise awareness for heart disease.
A Note from NACo
This Week in Photos will take a break next week as we welcome nearly 2,000 county leaders to Washington, D.C., for the 2026 NACo Legislative Conference. Stay tuned for the next edition, coming to your inbox February 28, with photos from the conference.