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Old Smiley City Hall decision placed on hold

The possible razing of the old Smiley City Hall is on hold for at least five to six more months after action taken last month by the Smiley City Council. Council members voted to delay a … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/31/22

City Council approves sale of Lynn Theatre to Durham-led group

The Lynn Theatre saga came to a positive conclusion at the Thursday, Sept. 14 Gonzales City Council meeting. The council approved selling the historic theatre building, located at 510 Saint Paul … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/21/23

Michael Louis Fougerat

Michael Louis Fougerat, 67, was called to his heavenly home on January 23, 2024. He was born January 27, 1956 in Waco, Texas to the late Gerald Fougerat, Sr. and Annie (Mica) Fougerat. … more

2/16/24

House District 44 candidates talk about border security, school choice, water

House District 44 candidates answered questions on a number of issues facing Gonzales County during the Republican candidate forum held Thursday, Feb. 15, at American Legion Post 40. The event was … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 2/29/24

Gonzales ISD announces administrative hirings

Gonzales Independent School District has announced three more hirings to critical administrative roles within the district. Wanda Fryer will serve as the new director of secondary education, … more

Special to the Inquirer | 7/14/22

Two-vehicle accident near Shiner results in extrication

An individual had to be extricated from their vehicle that was involved in a two-car accident in the 500 block of Farm-to-Market Road 533 near Shiner in Gonzales County on Friday, Aug. 26. The … more

From staff reports | 8/31/22

Mighty scoliosis warrior receives help from the community

A definition of “warrior” is “a brave or experienced soldier or fighter” and one 11-year-old in Gonzales matches that definition. Mason Camarillo, 11, was diagnosed with … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/21/23

Nixon hires Becker as interim city manager after lengthy meeting

Gonzales County Precinct 4 Justice of the Peace Darryl Becker was appointed the interim city manager following a lengthy executive session by the Nixon City Council on Monday, Dec. 18. Becker, … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 12/20/23

Willie “Billie” Marie Staton Howell

Willie “Billie” Marie Staton Howell was born May 14, 1922, to William David and Lula Belle Staton on her family homeland, Greenwood, in Gonzales, TX. She went home to her Lord and … more

2/16/24

GEDC recognized for economic excellence at winter conference

The Texas Economic Development Council (TEDC) named Gonzales Economic Development Corporation (GEDC) as one of the recipients of its annual Economic Excellence Recognition program for 2023. The … more

Special to the Inquirer | 2/29/24

Hansen disqualified from running for Precinct 4

An individual who had declared his intent to run as an independent candidate for Gonzales County Precinct 4 Commissioner has been disqualified. Nixon resident Travis Hansen submitted his … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 7/14/22

VFW Post 4817 to host 9/11 remembrance

The VFW Post 4817 Auxiliary in Gonzales will be hosting a 9/11 remembrance ceremony at the Post 4817 VFW Hall, 3302 Harwood Road, Gonzales, at 3 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 11. All law enforcement, fire, … more

Special to the Inquirer | 8/31/22

Hisey steps down from non-paid GHS chief of staff position

Gonzales Healthcare Systems has a new chief of staff after Dr. Commie Hisey voluntarily stepped down from the position earlier this month. Dr. Kathleen Koerner, a general surgeon, is the new … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/29/23

GISD community bond meetings continue

With less than a month away from the Gonzales ISD bond election, the school district continues to hold community meetings explaining the bond proposal. The latest community bond was held at … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/21/23

Rivas elected GHS vice chief of staff

Gonzales Healthcare Systems has a newly elected vice chief of staff after pediatrician Dr. Humberto J. Rivas was elected by his peers to the position last week. Rivas succeeds Dr. Kathleen … more

From staff reports | 10/5/23

Holmes Foods CEO Phil Hartung addresses the Nixon City Council about their utility payments projecting to reach more than $1 million next year — up from $762,877.59 this year and up nearly 90 percent when compared to 2019.

Holmes Foods CEO expresses concerns about Nixon water rates

Representatives from Holmes Foods voiced their concerns Monday, Dec. 18, to the Nixon City Council about rapidly increasing utility fees the company has had to pay during the past four years. … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 12/20/23

Lela Cubit Shephard

A limb has fallen from the family tree. He will wipe away all tears from their eyes, and there shall be no more pain, no more death, nor crying; all gone Forever- Revelations 21:4 Lela … more

2/16/24

Gonzales ISD talks strategic change

In his second school board meeting as the Gonzales ISD superintendent, Dr. Elmer Avellaneda continued to learn and listen to district needs on Monday, July 11. The Gonzales ISD school board … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 7/14/22

Legacy Ranch takes in more children after solving staffing issues

After having been short staffed at Legacy Ranch, an organization that provides a home to neglected children, the foster care organization has now been able to house an additional 28 children. This … more

By Clayton Kelley, Special to the Inquirer | 9/1/22

FOGAS closes shelter doors Sunday, Sept. 24

The Friends of Gonzales Animal Shelter will close its doors for the last time on Sunday, Sept. 24, after 18 years of operation as the group has not renewed its contract with the city to provide a … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 9/21/23