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Edwards Association to host annual MLK march

The Edwards Association invites the community of Gonzales to the annual Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) march and celebration, to be held Monday, Jan. 16, 2023, Edwards Association president David B. … more

Special to the Inquirer | 1/11/23

Bruce Baker

Scripture tells us, “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints.” On Wednesday, March 1st, 2023, God called another of His saints to Himself. On that day, Bruce Carroll … more

3/8/23

Gonzales County sees increase in sales tax allocations for May

Sales tax allocations for all four Gonzales County cities were up again this month, according to Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar’s office. Hegar announced he will send cities, counties, … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 6/1/23

Gonzales Healthcare Systems celebrates 45 years at current location

Since 1978, Gonzales Healthcare Systems has been taking care of Gonzales County’s health needs from its facility on Sarah DeWitt Drive in Gonzales. On Wednesday, Nov. 29, the … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 11/21/23

The 2024 Nixon-Smiley Mustangs powerlifting team and coaches celebrate at the state powerlifting meet in Abilene Thursday, March 22.

Mustangs powerlifting competes in state meet

On Friday, March 22, the Nixon-Smiley boys powerlifting team had a school-record seven lifters compete in the THSPA State Championships in Abilene, Texas. “Well all I can say is thank you … more

STAFF REPORT | 3/28/24

Master Gardener spring plant sale set for April 13

Attention all gardeners! Mark your calendars for the Gonzales Master Gardeners’ annual Spring Plant Sale is fast approaching. Once again, this year’s sale will be held at Independence … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/5/24

Scheske Freeman heads economic development at GVEC

The leadership team at The Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC) had the pleasure of welcoming Daisy Scheske Freeman as its new Economic Development Director last July. Since being … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/22/24

Kenneth Lindell Kilpatrick

Kenneth Lindell Kilpatrick went home to Jesus on May 28, 2022 at the age of 95. He was born on October 8, 1926 in Blue, Lee County, Texas to John Wesley Kilpatrick and Rosa Clara Opplet. … more

6/1/22

Rachel Dominguez

Rachel Dominguez, 91, passed away on December 18, 2022, in Gonzalez, Texas. Rachael was born on August 28, 1931, in Smiley, Texas to Ray Andrada and Elvira Cisneros. Rachael is preceded in death by … more

1/11/23

Rivas family takes center stage in ‘The Sleeping Beauty’

Three members of the same family will be gracing the stage when Come and Take It Dance and The Crystal Theatre present “The Sleeping Beauty” later this month. Performances will be at … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/1/23

Gonzales Historic Homes Winterfest Tour returns Dec. 2-3

The Gonzales Historic Homes Winterfest Tour returns Dec. 2-3 during the Winterfest weekend in Gonzales. Experience the beauty of these historic homes, delightfully decorated for Christmas. As an … more

From staff reports | 11/21/23

Apaches first baseman Brodi Ramos (13) pick attempts Navarro’s Joey Padilla (8) on first base in the district opener Friday, March 22.

Apaches fall to Navarro in district opener

The Gonzales Apaches traveled to Seguin for their district opener against the Navarro Panthers Friday, March 22. The Apaches and the Panthers exchanged runs in the game’s first four … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 3/28/24

Annie Tuch Luedecke

Annie Tuch Luedecke, 97, of Victoria, formerly of Gonzales, passed away Thursday, March 28, 2024. She was born March 24, 1927 in Gonzales the daughter of Charlie and Annie Clara Muntz Tuch. … more

4/5/24

Jereline “Jeri” Smith Clack

The Life, Labor, and Legacy of Jereline “Jeri” Smith Clack Jereline Smith Clack was born on November 15, 1934 to Myrtle Lampkin Butler and Richard Moses Smith. She was raised in the … more

6/1/22

Paul Roy Abshire

Paul Roy Abshire, 83, of Pasadena, Texas passed away Friday, January 6, 2023 at Memorial Herman Southeast Hospital surrounded by his children and grandchildren. Roy was born July 25th in Kaplan, … more

1/11/23

Kenneth McGinty honored for induction into IOCS Hall of Fame

On April 30, 2023, family and friends gathered at the country home of Kenneth Sekula to celebrate the posthumous induction of Kenneth “Kenny” McGinty of Gonzales into the Infantry Officer … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/1/23

‘Old Fashioned Christmas’ comes to Gonzales Winterfest Dec. 2-3

Gonzales Main Street will host its annual Winterfest celebration in downtown Gonzales on Dec. 2-3. This year’s theme is “Old Fashioned Christmas.” The event promises to be fun … more

From staff reports | 11/21/23

Navarro sweeps season series from Apaches

The Gonzales Apaches traveled to Navarro Monday, March 25 for game two of the district series against the Panthers. The Apaches were scheduled to host Navarro, but Monday showers forced the … more

STAFF REPORT | 3/28/24

Sharon Lee Hunter

Sharon Lee Hunter was born March 31, 1945 at Robstown, Nueces Co., Tx. To Garland Ralph Hunter and Dorothy Lee Nehring Hunter. She passed away on May 27, 2021 at her home in Gonzales, Tx. Sharon … more

6/1/22

Teacher and founder of the Freedom Writers Foundation Erin Gruwell spoke to the teachers and staff of Gonzales ISD Thursday, Aug. 4, for the GISD Back to School Convocation. Gruwell’s story was made into major motion picture in the 2007 movie “Freedom Writers”.

Freedom Writers author speaks to GISD teachers, staff

Erin Gruwell, educator, guest lecturer, and lauded author of “Freedom Writers,” as well as the founder of Freedom Writers Foundation, was a special guest speaker for Gonzales ISD’s … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 8/10/22