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Two Tons of Steel to again headline Nixon Fall Lions Club Concert, BBQ

Texas rockabilly and country icons Two Tons of Steel will again headline the Nixon Lions Club Fall Concert & BBQ will be held Saturday, Sept. 20, at The Camp House, 926 FM 1681, Nixon. VIP … more

From staff reports | 8/7/25

Nixon-Smiley CISD approves salary compensation plan

Nixon-Smiley Consolidated ISD trustees voted last month to approve a new salary compensation program which increases salaries for teachers with five or more years experience by $8,000 per year and … more

From staff reports | 8/7/25

Gonzales named one of 8 ‘Can't-Miss Towns’ in Texas

Gonzales is being recognized by World Atlas — a website which contains not only maps but informative stories about destinations worldwide — as one of eight “can’t-miss … more

Special to the Inquirer | 8/7/25

Come and Take It Parade to follow updated route in 2025

The legendary Come and Take It Parade returns to Gonzales on Saturday, Oct. 4 at 10:30 a.m. with float judging beginning at 9 a.m. Parade Chair Renee Rathmann is proudly serving her second … more

Special to the Inquirer | 8/7/25

Young actors take on weighty roles with gravitas in Texas Legacy in Lights

The word august — which, like the month, is named for Roman emperor Caesar Augustus — means “worthy of respect,” “inspiring reverence” and “of supreme … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/6/25

National Bikers Roundup has love for Gonzales as 2025 host city

Motorcycle enthusiasts from all across the United States met up at JB Wells Arena, Park and Expo Center in Gonzales for the 48 th annual National Bikers Roundup, held Tuesday, July 29 through Sunday, … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/6/25

GCSO investigating railroad pedestrian death

Gonzales County Sheriff’s deputies are trying to determine the identity of an individual who was killed by an Amtrak passenger train Saturday, July 26 in Harwood. The Gonzales County … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/1/25

Texas Rangers investigating GC Jail death

The Texas Rangers are investigating the death of a Gonzales County jail inmate that occurred sometime between the evening of Tuesday, July 29 and the morning of Wednesday, July 30. Precinct 1 … more

From staff reports | 8/1/25

Pilot Club of Gonzales members enjoyed an afternoon of Bunco and fellowship at the annual Bunco Fiesta at Elks Lodge on Sunday, July 13. The event raised money for the club’s local initiatives.

Bunco Fiesta rolls in big support for Pilot Club of Gonzales

The Pilot Club of Gonzales hosted its annual Bunco Fiesta on Sunday, July 13 at the Elks Lodge, drawing a lively crowd for an afternoon filled with games, prizes, and purpose. The club extends … more

Special to the Inquirer | 7/31/25

Gonzales ISD Apaches hit their mark at state shooting competition

Twelve outstanding Apaches competed in the Texas Ag Clays 381 State Shooting Competition on June 9–10 at the National Shooting Complex in San Antonio. Students who take part in the … more

Special to the Inquirer | 7/31/25

Master Gardeners now accepting applications for upcoming training class

The Gonzales Master Gardeners are currently accepting applications for this fall’s Master Gardener training class. Classes are scheduled every other Tuesday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. … more

Special to the Inquirer | 7/31/25

Industry Bancshares banks join Cadence Bank family

Cadence Bank has completed a July 1 merger with Industry Bancshares, the bank holding company for Bank of Brenham, Citizens State Bank, Fayetteville Bank, Industry State Bank, The First National Bank … more

Special to the Inquirer | 7/31/25

Unemployment rate dips back to 3.7 percent after May rise

Unemployment in Gonzales County decreased to 3.7 percent in June 2025, down 0.1 percent from the 3.8 percent recorded for May 2025 but still up 0.5 percent from the 3.2 recorded in April 2025, with … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 7/31/25

Commissioners accept tower bid, agree to street closure for motorcyle races

Gonzales County commissioners unanimously approved a bid by Motorola Solutions to build three new emergency radio communications towers to be located in Gonzales, Belmont and Waelder during their … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 7/31/25

Nixon to receive $1.4 million to replace sewer lines

The city of Nixon will receive more than $1.4 million in regional mitigation funds from the Texas General Land Office (GLO) to replace existing sanitary sewer trunk main and sewer lines, reconnect … more

Special to the Inquirer | 7/31/25

Nixon awards contract for sewer line construction

The city of Nixon voted unanimously to award a construction contract for the Community Development Block Grant Mitigation sewer line improvements to J.M. Pipeline LLC of Burnet for $1,119,582 at … more

From staff reports | 7/31/25

Gonzales rolls out red carpet for National Bikers Roundup

An organizer for the National Bikers Roundup said the Gonzales community “has been great” in welcoming the single biggest gathering of minority motorcycle enthusiasts in the United … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 7/29/25

Smiley postmaster Perez dies from wounds caused by intentional fire

Smiley postmaster Israel Perez, 62, died at a San Antonio hospital Friday, July 25 — 11 days after suffering third-degree burns to nearly 75 percent of his body in a house fire allegedly … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 7/29/25

Shiner Stars win prestigious Triple Crown World Series tourney

The Shiner Stars 12 year old baseball team has made headlines this summer after winning the prestigious Triple Crown World Series tournament held in Myrtle Beach. The team showcased remarkable skill … more

Special to the Inquirer | 7/27/25

Community school supply drive set for Aug. 7 at Edwards Center

Summer — the time of “no more teachers, no more books” — is almost over as schools gear up to start seeing students in the classroom as soon as next month. To help … more

From staff reports | 7/24/25