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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

Rival groups share vision for Lynn Theatre before council vote

As the final decision on the status of the Lynn Theatre goes to a vote before the Gonzales City Council on Thursday, Jan. 19, two groups of investors have shared with the Gonzales Inquirer their … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 1/16/23

Gonzales ISD participates in summer feeding program

The Gonzales Independent School District is participating in the 2023 Seamless Summer Option (SSO). Meals will be provided to all children 18 and younger without charge and are the same for all … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/1/23

Fire destroys beloved Luling Mr. Taco restaurant

For the second time in just three months, the staff and customers of Mr. Taco are mourning another “unimaginable loss” after a Tuesday, Aug. 22, afternoon fire destroyed the flagship … more

From staff reports | 8/23/23

Presentence investigation ordered for Almaguer in Little League theft case

2 nd 25 th Judicial District Judge Jessica Crawford on Nov. 8 ordered a presentence investigation be performed in the case of Jennifer Lynn Almaguer, who is charged with embezzlement and misuse of … more

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

Lady Apaches Samarah Olmedo (10) kicks a free kick for Gonzales in the bi-district match against the Floresville Jaguars

Lady Apaches FC season ends in bi-district shutout loss

The Gonzales Lady Apaches FC playoff run ended in the bi-district round with a 1-0 loss to the Floresville Jaguars Tuesday, March 26. The Lady Apaches capped off their season with a 11-7-1 … more

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

Gonzales County Judge Pat Davis, right, swears in new Smiley Mayor Lisa Dominguez Benavidez while her brother Hector holds a bible Wednesday, June 1, at the Gonzales County Courthouse. A recount conducted by Elections Administrator Gwen Schaefer and a three-person panel upheld the results of the May 7 election, in which Benavidez defeated incumbent Mayor Mike Mills by a single vote, 69-68. Benavidez, the city’s first female mayor, will preside at the June 16 City Council meeting.

Smiley recount upholds results; Benavidez new mayor

Former Smiley City Councilwoman Lisa Dominguez Benavidez will become the first female mayor of Smiley after a Tuesday, May 31, recount confirmed she was elected by a one-vote margin. Gonzales … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 6/1/22

Gonzales County property values soar by nearly 33 percent

Certified taxable property values for Gonzales County are up by nearly a third over last year, according to the certified appraised value rolls from the Gonzales Central Appraisal District. The … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/10/22

Pictured from left are Dr. Walker, baby Leila, mom Veronica, Brandi Stakes RN, and Amanda Sepulveda LVN.

Welcome to the world!

Gonzales Healthcare Systems’ first baby of the New Year has arrived! The 2023 New Year’s Baby was born at Gonzales Memorial Hospital on Jan. 3, 2023. This year, we announce that … more

Special to the Inquirer | 1/11/23

IN MEMORIAL

--SPANISH-AMERICAN WAR-- J. Knox Green William Edward Bunton --WORLD WAR I-- Frank Maloch Milton J. Brice John A. Kalinac Bryan J. Robinson John Edgar Freeman … more

6/1/23

Gonzales Elks Lodge sponsors 2023 Winterfest Cook-off

There’s a new sheriff in town when it comes to running the annual Winterfest Cook-off. This year, Gonzales Elks Lodge #2413 will be in charge of the mainstay event, which pits local cooking … more

Special to the Inquirer | 11/21/23