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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

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

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

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

Early voting under way in Gonzales mayoral runoff, House 34 race

Early voting began Tuesday, May 31, and will continue through Friday, June 10, in both the June 14 Gonzales mayoral runoff as well as the U.S. House District 34 special election. Voters can cast … more

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

Commissioner voices concern about water supply for large rural subdivisions

Gonzales County Precinct 2 Commissioner Donnie Brzozowski told his fellow commissioners he has concerns about contractors wanting to build large subdivisions out in rural county areas without knowing … more

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

Workshop scheduled to discuss Western Mitigation funding

The Gonzales Underground Water Conservation District will be holding a public workshop to discuss additional funding in its mitigation program Jan. 13 at the GUWCD, 522 Saint Matthew St., … more

By Clayton Kelley, For the Inquirer | 1/11/23

Winterfest Christmas parade to be held Dec. 2

It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and that means it’s nearly time for the Gonzales Main Street Winterfest Christmas parade, to be held at 7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 2 in downtown … more

Special to the Inquirer | 11/21/23

Amber Alert issued for missing Gonzales teen

Gonzales County Sheriff’s deputies put out an Amber Alert on Tuesday, Jan. 30 for a Gonzales teen they believe left home with a 22-year-old man Monday, Jan. 29. Deputies said they believed Scarlett Smith, 14, … more

From staff reports | 1/30/24

GHS seniors received their diplomas

The Gonzales High School Class of the 2022 took the stage at the Apache Field last Friday as they graduate. 205 seniors walked the stage as they received their diplomas. The class of 2022 … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/1/22

County signs pacts for juvenile detention bed space

A shortage of juvenile detention beds throughout the state of Texas has Gonzales County in the same predicament as other counties — having to secure services with the few counties that have bed … more

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