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Unemployment rate for Gonzales County up slightly in July

Unemployment in Gonzales County increased to 3.8 percent in July 2025, up 0.1 percent from the 3.7 percent recorded for June 2025, with the county coming in as the third-lowest of all seven counties … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/28/25

Gonzales noted for one of ‘most-charming town squares’ in Texas

Four South Texas communities — including Gonzales — have been recognized by World Atlas — a website which contains not only maps but informative stories about destinations worldwide … more

From staff reports | 8/28/25

Chow down at the Bicentennial Bites Birthday Bash 4B Fundraiser!

On Saturday, Aug. 30 — there’s going to be a food throwdown of epic proportions that the only thing missing will be Bobby Flay! The Gonzales Chamber of Commerce will host the … more

From staff reports | 8/27/25

GISD Chief Finance Officer Amanda Smith, right, tells school board members the district’s maintenance and operations rate remains the same for 2025 while the debt service rate will go up 1.16 cents to accommodate paying back on the district’s 2023 bond program. The debt service rate is still more than three cents lower than district officials originally anticipated.

GISD board unanimously adopts tax rate, FY 2026 budget

Gonzales ISD board members voted unanimously Monday, Aug. 25, to adopt a tax rate of 87.5 cents per $100 valuation for the 2025 tax year and to adopt a fiscal 2026 budget that calls for aggregate … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/27/25

Gonzales County issues ban on outdoor burning

Gonzales County will be under a burn ban beginning Thursday, Aug. 28, as the county’s fire danger rating continues to climb due to hot August temperatures and not enough moisture in the soil to … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/27/25

Gonzales, Seguin names two of 10 most breathtaking towns in Texas

A pair of towns just 36 miles apart — one the county seat of Gonzales County and one the county seat of Guadalupe County — have been recognized by World Atlas — a website which … more

From staff reports | 8/24/25

2025 Rural Economic Development Forum to be held in Gonzales

A national economic development forum for rural communities will be held in Gonzales, Texas, on Oct. 7-8, 2025. This event, the Stand Up Rural America Regional Forum, will feature nationally renowned … more

Special to the Inquirer | 8/24/25

GEDC announces details of signage incentive program

Gonzales Economic Development Corporation (GEDC) announced the details of its signage incentive program at the Gonzales City Council meeting Thursday, Aug. 14. This incentive is intended to … more

Special to the Inquirer | 8/24/25

Commissioners approve revised medical insurance policy, discuss elevator repair

Gonzales County commissioners approved the revised version of their medical insurance policy for retirees at a special called meeting on Monday, Aug. 18, one week after rescinding a previous measure … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/21/25

Nixon proposes 31.55 cent tax rate, adopts fiscal 2026 budget

Nixon City Council adopted a fiscal year 2026 budget which calls for $4,676,917.57 in expenditures and proposed a tax rate of 31.55 cents per $100 valuation at their regular meeting Monday, Aug. 18. … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/21/25

Council approves Robertson Street MLK overlay

Sixty-seven years after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in Memphis, he will receive the honor of having a street named for him in Gonzales. Gonzales City Council members voted 4-0 … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/21/25

Gonzales City Council proposes 35-cent tax rate for 2025

The Gonzales City Council voted 3-1 on Thursday, Aug. 14 to propose a maximum tax rate of 35 cents per $100 valuation — an increase of 5.34 cents, or an 18 percent hike over last … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/21/25

Gonzales County schools get accountability report cards for 2024, 2025

Gonzales County school districts brought home two Bs and a C on their accountability ratings report cards for the 2024-2025 school year, according to information released by the Texas Education … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/19/25

August sales tax receipts up for Gonzales County municipalities

Three of the four Gonzales County municipalities — Gonzales, Nixon and Waelder — saw increases in sales tax allocations for August 2025 when compared to the prior year. Acting Texas … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/18/25

Gonzales to host Bicentennial Bash on Oct. 2

Get ready to party like it’s 1825! The City of Gonzales is thrilled to announce the Gonzales Bicentennial Bash, a landmark celebration happening Thursday, Oct. 2, 2025, commemorating 200 years … more

Special to the Inquirer | 8/14/25

From Gonzales to the National Stage!

Angela Witzkoske grew up in Gonzales hearing the words “Come and Take It,” but her personal motto has become “Dare to Dream.” From her first crown at age eight to … more

By LORRELL WRIGHT, For the Inquirer | 8/14/25

Waelder calls for Nov. 4 special election, cannot adopt tax rate until new members seated

The Waelder City Council approved every item on its Tuesday, Aug. 12 agenda, addressed the recent resignation of its police chief administrator, and postponed setting a 2025 tax rate until two vacant … more

By LORRELL WRIGHT, For the Inquirer | 8/14/25

Gonzales ISD Chief Academic Officer Joy Philpott, left, listens as Chief Financial Officer Amanda Smith speaks about the district’s proposed tax rate at the GISD board meeting Monday, Aug. 11.

GISD to hold Aug. 25 public hearing on new tax rate, budget

Gonzales ISD will hold a special called public hearing at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Aug. 25, to propose a total tax rate of 87.5 cents per $100 valuation — an increase of 1.16 cents — and discuss … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/14/25

Gonzales named one of 10 underappreciated Texas towns

August 2025 marks 200 years since James Kerr, surveyor general for the Green DeWitt colony, laid out the plan for the colony’s capital at the confluence of the San Marcos and Guadalupe rivers … more

From staff reports | 8/13/25

Commissioners propose voter approval tax rate, rescind retiree stipend passed last year

Gonzales County commissioners banked the ability to increase the county tax rate for years — saving it for a so-called “rainy day.” On Monday, Aug. 11, commissioners determined the … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/13/25