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Sales tax allocations fall for second-straight month in Gonzales County

Sales tax allocations for October 2023 were down from last year’s amounts for all four municipalities in Gonzales County — the second straight month Gonzales County saw a decrease in its … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 10/19/23

Gonzales County ESD 1 opens new central station in Gonzales

Wet weather could not dampen the spirits of those who came to celebrate the grand opening of the Gonzales County Emergency Services District No. 1 Central EMS and Rescue Station in Gonzales on … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 3/28/24

William Floyd “Bill” Ploetz

William Floyd “Bill” Ploetz, 89, of Gonzales, passed away Sunday, May 15, 2022. Bill was born August 26, 1932 in Geronimo, Texas to John H. and Thula Cowan Ploetz. He married Gracie … more

5/19/22

Main Street discusses beautification, future events

The Main Street Advisory Board discussed the beautification of downtown Gonzales at the last regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, Aug. 18. During this meeting, held at the municipal building, the … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 8/26/22

Schroeder celebrates 40 years on bench in Gonzales County

Smiley Municipal Judge Gary J. Schroeder has passed a milestone that few jurists ever reach. Schroeder has served actively as a municipal judge for more than 40 years. He is the presiding judge … more

Special to the Inquirer | 11/3/22

Gonzales County jobless rate falls to 3.5 percent

Unemployment in Gonzales County fell by nearly half a percent in March 2023, according to state Labor Market Information (LMI) figures released by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). While … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/11/23

The Hearty Gourmet is October Business of the Month

From wonderful wind chimes to gourmet coffee beans, Gonzales celebrates 15 years of Main Street business with The Hearty Gourmet. In August 2008, Ruth Gumper opened The Hearty Gourmet at 813 … more

Special to the Inquirer | 10/19/23

Commissioners create separate HR department, move position from auditor’s office

Gonzales County commissioners voted unanimously Monday, March 25, to pull the Human Resources coordinator position out of County Auditor Becky Weston’s office and place it instead under the … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 3/28/24

Buck Garza of Gonzales competes during a past Texas Junior High Rodeo Association state finals in team roping. The event returns this weekend to Gonzales, which has been the lone host city for this event since it began.

Gonzales and TJHRA: A longtime, winning combination

The Texas Junior High Rodeo Association (TJHRA) and Gonzales have had a long, beneficial history together that the city of Gonzales hopes will continue for many more years to come. “We love … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/19/22

Spare the child from a 'spoiled rod' of a husband

Dear Violet, My husband and I have very different styles of discipline for our three children. While I believe in firm boundaries, and consequences, I have always reserved the harshest, corporal … more

8/26/22

Voters will cast ballots in Waelder ISD bond issue, state and federal races

The Gonzales County Sheriff’s race is not the only issue of local importance on the Nov. 8 general election ballot as voters will determine the fate of two Waelder ISD bond proposals and decide … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 11/3/22

Gonzales High School senior Jadon Medina, GHS senior Cooper Mark LaBuhn and Nixon-Smiley High School senior Madisyne Rice each recently received a 2023 GVEC Scholarship. They were three of 20 awardees, each of whom was presented with their scholarship by GVEC General Manager and CEO Darren Schauer. Medina plans to attend Universal Technical Institute this fall while LaBuhn plans to attend Baylor University this fall. Rice plans to attend Blinn College this fall.

Local high school students earn GVEC Scholarships

Jadon Medina and Cooper Mark LaBuhn, both of Gonzales High School, and Madisyne Rice of Nixon-Smiley High School recently received $2,500 scholarships from GVEC. This year, GVEC awarded $50,000 in … more

Special to the Inquirer | 5/11/23

Apache Theatre Arts presents ‘Storm in the Barn’

The Apache Theatre Arts Department proudly presents “The Storm in the Barn,” adapted by Eric Coble from the award winning graphic novel Matt Phelan. Set in 1937 Kansas, 11-year-old … more

Special to the Inquirer | 10/19/23

Sheriff’s Combined Auto Theft Task Force commander Sgt. Andy Viruette speaks to Gonzales County commissioners about the benefits of the Gonzales County Sheriff’s Office joining the SCATTF and the way it operates during a Monday, March 25 court meeting.

Commissioners hear presentation on duties, benefits of SCATTF membership

Gonzales County commissioners heard a presentation from the task force commander for the Sheriff’s Combined Auto Theft Task Force (SCATTF) at the request of Gonzales County Sheriff Keith … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 3/28/24

Commissioners table interlocal radio agreement until May 23

Gonzales County commissioners have tabled until May 23 an interlocal agreement to pay for radios for the various first responder agencies in the county until some concerns about the agreement are … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/19/22

Gonzales Alyson Jahns (6) and Sydney McCray (5) blocks the ball in the air during the Lehman match Tuesday, Aug. 23.

Lady Apaches sweep Lehman and Luling in tri-match

The Gonzales Lady Apaches varsity volleyball got a double sweep wins in their home tri-match Tuesday, Aug. 24. Gonzales knocked out the Lehman Lady Lobos and the Luling Lady Eagles in a double … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 8/26/22

Commissioners debate potential patrol vehicle take-home policy

For the second time in two weeks, Gonzales County commissioners discussed the usage of county-owned vehicles by the Gonzales County Sheriff’s Office — particularly those that are taken … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 9/14/23

Noon Lions sponsor Bingo this Sunday afternoon

The Gonzales Noon Lions Club will present their annual Bingo this Sunday, Oct. 22, at 2 p.m. at J.B. Wells Pavilion. Join your friends and neighbors in good old fun, and possibly win up to … more

From staff reports | 10/19/23

Jim Price Cleanup Day will be held April 20

Spring has sprung in Gonzales, signaling the start of the annual tradition: spring cleaning. The City of Gonzales is gearing up for the much-anticipated Jim Price Communitywide Cleanup Day, slated … more

From staff reports | 3/28/24

Starling Solar's location in Gonzales County.

Solar farm reps talk progress, incentives with Gonzales County

Representatives of a 1,400-acre “solar farm” being built off Harwood Road north of Gonzales met with county commissioners on Monday, May 9, to discuss progress on the project and the … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/19/22