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Sales tax allocations grow modestly for Gonzales

Sales tax allocations for the city of Gonzales saw modest growth this month, rebounding from last month’s drop. Meanwhile, the city of Nixon received a healthy bump in sales tax that could … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 7/20/23

Gonzales community hands out school supplies

The new school year is around the corner for many children in Gonzales, but they’ll not return to school empty-handed. Families gathered at the Edwards Community Center for the … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 7/20/23

New Gonzales Fire Station in the works

The Gonzales Fire Department is planning to have a second fire station in the near future. The plans for a new station were presented at the Thursday, July 13 Gonzales City Council meeting. … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 7/20/23

Lynn Theater talks continue with Gonzales City Council

The future of the Lynn Theatre as a topic of conversation returned to the Gonzales City Council in a packed Thursday, July 13 meeting at City Hall. The theater was put back onto the … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 7/20/23

Fire danger increases as county drought index rises

Gonzales County emergency officials are warning residents to “try not to burn unless absolutely necessary” as the county’s drought index rises and there is “no foreseeable … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 7/20/23

Nixon VFD to hold BBQ fundraiser

The Nixon Volunteer Fire Department is holding its annual barbecue fundraiser on Saturday, July 22, at the Nixon Fire Station, 209 N. Congress Ave., from noon until they sell out of food. For … more

Special to the Inquirer | 7/14/23

ESD1, PHI Cares renew air medical transport agreement

The Gonzales County Emergency Services District #1 has approved the renewal of their emergency air medical transportation agreement with PHI Cares. The agreement provides air medical transport … more

Special to the Inquirer | 7/14/23

GISD school board approves raises for bus drivers

Gonzales ISD bus drivers will be getting extra money this upcoming school year. The Gonzales ISD school board met for their regularly scheduled meeting Thursday, July 7, and they approved … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 7/14/23

Nixon tourism board gets permission for brick fundraiser

Due to a technical error on the July 10 agenda, the Nixon City Council tabled action to rescind the name of Freddy Aguirre Memorial Park until next month, but not before engaging in a lively … more

By LEW K. COHN , Inquirer Publisher | 7/14/23

Pre-trial hearing reset for 18-wheeler assailant suspect

A pre-trial hearing has been reset for Aug. 14 for a Gonzales man accused of stealing an 18-wheeler and trying to use it to run over a police officer and a victim whose vehicle he had hit moments … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 7/14/23

Commissioners discuss concerns about County Annex building deterioration

County commissioners expressed concerns at their Monday, July 10, meeting about structural issues with the Gonzales County Annex building on Sarah DeWitt Drive. They authorized County Judge Pat … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 7/14/23

Driver killed in single-vehicle accident

First responders were called to the scene of a fatal crash Sunday, July 9 on Farm-to- Market Road 794 South, about seven miles north of Gonzales, at about 9:17 p.m. Texas Department of Public … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 7/10/23

Logan Insurance recognized as Main Street Business of the Month for July 2023

Insurance is not usually considered a “sexy” business, but being a part of downtown Gonzales, Texas, for more than 60 years is something we do find pretty attractive. Located at 516 … more

Special to the Inquirer | 7/6/23

Gonzales Bistro named 2023 Wine Spectator award winner

In less than one year since its opening, the Gonzales Bistro has managed to earn impressive kudos from one of the world’s most prestigious wine industry magazines. Chef Parind Vora’s … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 7/6/23

Let freedom ring!

Cookouts, fireworks, and patriotism: many people across the United States celebrated the Independence Day holiday Tuesday, July 4 — including in Gonzales County. Nixon kicked off its … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 7/6/23

Avellaneda celebrates one year as GISD superintendent

The Gonzales Independent School District celebrated one year under the leadership of Dr. Elmer Avellaneda last week. Avellaneda was hired as the new superintendent of schools at GISD after … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/30/23

Gonzales Main Street hosts annual Star-Spangled Spectacular

Come out and celebrate 247 years of American independence when Gonzales Main Street presents its annual Star-Spangled Spectacular Fourth of July on Tuesday, July 4, from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. at … more

From staff reports | 6/30/23

Commissioners set uniform speed limit of 35 on county roads

Roads in Gonzales County that are maintained by the county will now have a maximum speed limit of 35 miles per hour after the court adopted an order altering the speed limits on Monday, June 26. … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 6/29/23

Gonzales Shooting Team claims one state championship at Ag Clays

The Gonzales Shooting Team hit it with their best shot at the TPWD Ag Clays 381 Tournament at the National Shooting Complex in San Antonio and came home with a state championship earlier this month. … more

From staff reports | 6/23/23

Gonzales sees sales tax receipts drop for first time since August 2021

Sales tax allocations for the city of Gonzales dipped in June 2023, marking the first time since August 2021 that the county seat had taken in less money in allocations in one month than the … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 6/22/23