30 years of service: Williamson County honors retirement of first African-American bailiff
Stephen “Steve” Miller (right) hugs long-time friend, former Judge Billy Ray Stubblefield (left) during Mr. Miller’s retirement celebration after 30 years of service on February 27 at the 26th District Court in Williamson County. Judge Stubblefield later described Mr. Miller as a brother in his farewell speech.
Hosted by Judge Donna King of the 26th District Court (left), Mr. Miller and his wife, Amanda (center), listen to Judge King’s speech.
Chief Deputy Randy Trailer of the Sheriff’s Office (left) presents a plaque of honor to Mr. Miller for his 30 years of service.
Judge King helps Mr. Miller put on her Judge's robe as friends and coworkers laugh at the sudden playfulness in the 26th district court. The joke was Chief Trailer's idea.
Friends, family and coworkers form the Justice and Sheriff's departments pack the 26th District Court to celebrate Mr. Miller's retirement.
A table filled with desserts is decorated with photos of Mr. Miller's 30 years of service.
Story and Photos by Nalani Nuylan
The 26th District Court in Williamson County was decorated for a special occasion. Balloons and snacks lined the room, and laughter permeated the air.
County employees from the justice departments and the Sheriff’s office filled the courtroom, all to celebrate retiring bailiff Stephen “Steve” Miller and his 30 years of service on Febuary 27.
