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Waelder man free after four years in jail for 2019 incident

A Waelder man who was accused of firing shots at deputies during a September 2019 pursuit was sentenced last month to four years in prison with time served, effectively leading to his immediate … more

10/5/23

Linda Lee McGill

Linda Lee McGill, age 86, passed away on January 5, 2024, in Gonzales, Texas. Linda was born on September 4, 1937, in Pueblo, Colorado. Linda dedicated most of her work life to serving as an … more

2/16/24

Final Float Fest preparations under way

Less than a week away, the final preparations for the 2022 Float Fest, set in Gonzales, are under way. Headliners Marshmello, Vampire Weekend, Cage the Elephant, Chance the Rapper, Deadmau5 and … more

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

Gonzales listed among 10 oldest towns in Texas

Gonzales is a diverse, unique and historical city, that hometown citizens rightly are proud to call home. Many may be unaware that the city is actually among the oldest cities in Texas. In a recent … more

By Betty Cohn, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/1/22

Toni’s Food Store named Main Street Business of the Month

Gonzales Main Street is pleased to announce Toni’s Food Store as the Main Street Business of the Month for September. Located at 209 Saint Lawrence Street, Antonio “Toni” Espinoza … more

Special to the Inquirer | 9/21/23

Texas Rangers unveil memorial cross for Caldwell

Area law enforcement, historians, Gonzales residents and many more gathered at the Gonzales Memorial Cemetery Thursday, Sept. 28 for a special ceremony to honor a former Texas Ranger who also was a Texas Revolution hero. more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 10/5/23

Eula Mae Erskin

Eula Mae Erskin was born March 20, 1937, to Tommy Dora and Gertrude Woods Dora in Gonzales Tx. She went home to be with the Lord February 7, 2024, at the Heights Nursing facility surrounded.by family … more

2/16/24

County sales tax allocations up by nearly 24 percent for July 2022

The city of Gonzales saw a 26.06 percent jump in sales tax allocations in July 2022 as the city received nearly $56,000 more than it received in July 2021. Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar … more

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

Wildfire prevention expert visits Texas

After two months of dry conditions, much-needed rain poured in the Gonzales area, ending a burn ban for the county, but one wildfire expert is telling Texas residents to stay vigilant. Robert … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/1/22

GEDC approves potential Lynn buyer, works to market Gonzales

At the December 19 GEDC meeting, the board heard presentations from potential buyers for the Lynn Theater. The board heard three presentations in the open session and reviewed the financial portions … more

By Jennifer Kolbe, GEDC Executive Director, Special to the Inquirer | 1/5/23

Sculpture unveiling at Gonzales library Sept. 30

There will be a sculpture unveiling ceremony held Saturday, Sept. 30, from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Robert Lee Brothers Jr. Memorial Library, 301 Saint Joseph Street, Gonzales. The work to be … more

9/21/23

Murder suspect’s bond reduced

A Gonzales County man who shot and killed another during a deadly argument near Nixon had his bond reduced last month by 25 th District Judge William Old III. Samuel Garcia-Mendiola faces a … more

From staff reports | 10/5/23

Updated property tax information now available for Texas taxpayers

New and updated property tax information has just been compiled by Gonzales Central Appraisal District and is available now to assist taxpayers. This property tax information is current and covers a … more

Special to the Inquirer | 2/16/24

Business owner recuperating at home; assailant identified

The owner of a Gonzales auto paint and body shop is recovering at home after he was shot by an associate Wednesday afternoon, GCSO deputies said. Meanwhile, his alleged assailant, identified as … more

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

Smiley sets meeting to adopt 2022 tax rate

The City of Smiley is proposing a tax rate of $0.2816 per $100 valuation, a decrease in the overall tax rate of 0.83 cents from the $0.2899 adopted in 2021. A meeting to adopt the proposed tax … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 9/1/22

Gonzales purchases new Pierce Enforcer pumper truck

Christmas may have already come and gone, but the Gonzales Fire Department is waiting on one special present to be delivered to the city. After receiving unanimous approval at the November … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 1/5/23

Apaches, Longhorn alumnus passes away

Former Gonzales Apache and Texas Longhorn football player Kenneth Ehrig passed away Friday, Sept. 8 at the age of 75. Ehrig graduated Gonzales High School in 1966 and would later follow his … more

9/21/23

Unemployment remains at 4.0 percent in Gonzales County

Unemployment in Gonzales County remained level at 4.0 percent in August 2023, according to state Labor Market Information (LMI) figures released by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 10/5/23

Gonzales man arrested for threat made to Gonzales High School

The Gonzales Police Department arrested an 18-year-old Gonzales resident in connection not only to threats that were made that were made to Gonzales High School, but they also are investigating possible charges related to child pornography. more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 2/16/24

Alzheimer’s disease is about memories

Arthur Brewer, representing the Alzheimer’s Association Capital of Texas Chapter, and manager of the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, considers this a family business. He is proud to announce two … more

By Betty Cohn, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/1/22