From Newsrooms to Public Service: Jim Keary’s Journey | TomCast with Tom Wilkins

In this episode of TomCast, host Tom Wilkins sits down with Jim Keary to explore his remarkable path through journalism, government, and now local politics. Jim shares stories from his early days as a newspaper editor, his time in Washington uncovering corruption, and his work in county communications. Now running for Garland County Tax Collector, Jim opens up about why he’s stepping back into public service, the challenges within the office, and his vision for better efficiency, transparency, and customer service. 👉 Topics covered in this episode: Jim’s background in journalism and investigative reporting. His career managing communications and government operations. Why he’s running for Garland County Tax Collector and the changes he hopes to bring. If you enjoy these conversations, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to support the show!