Webb County Judge

Born and raised in Laredo, Texas, Webb County Judge Tano Tijerina originates from a family of civil servants. He was taught at an early age the meaning of hard work, commitment, dedication, respect, and community service.  Judge Tijerina graduated from J.W. Nixon High School in 1992 and continued his studies at Navarro Junior College in Corsicana, Texas. In 1993, he was drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the 8th round and played four years of minor league baseball. After several successful seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers, he retired from baseball returned to Laredo, where he continued his education at Texas A & M International University and graduated in 2002 with a degree in Fitness and sports and a minor in Criminal Justice.
He is highly involved in the ranching industry in Webb County, particularly in oil and gas, rodeo stock management, financial investments, and transportation. He served for three years as Executive Vice President of Precept Ministries Spanish Board managing and directing operations involving 20 Spanish speaking countries. He is a past board member of the South Texas Food Bank and an avid supporter of several local and international non-profit organizations in particular those that involve youth.
Sworn into Office on January 1, 2015, Judge Tijerina is the 23rd Judge for Webb County. He has been married to Kimberly Walker for 22 years and they have four children, Bonnie Jean, Cayetano Isaac, Christopher Alfonso, and Keith Alexander.