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Gonzales County gets ready for Juneteenth observances

Preparations for 2024 Juneteenth celebrations are under way for both Gonzales and Nixon as both will be held Saturday, June 15. --GONZALES-- The Edwards Association will hold their annual … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/13/24

GLO to Gonzales County: Rebid tower project

Gonzales County commissioners voted unanimously Monday, June 10, to reject the sole bid they received for a radio communications tower project after being advised to do so by the Texas General Land … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 6/13/24

Commissioners authorize purchase of GIS software, license

Gonzales County commissioners authorized the startup of a new GIS program for the county during their regular meeting on Monday, June 10. Jimmy Harless, who wears multiple hats as the … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 6/13/24

Chamber, GEDC in talks to realign organizational structure

The Gonzales Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture, the City of Gonzales and the Gonzales Economic Development Corporation have been in talks that could result in a “new, unique role” for … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 6/13/24

From left are Scottie Beth Baker, Liz Massey, Lorrell Wright, Linda Vaclavik, Nancy Logan and Pat Anders-Ryan of the Pilot Club of Gonzales Inc.

Pilot Club members attend annual Texas District Convention

Recently the Pilot Club of Gonzales Inc. attended the 87th annual Texas District Pilot Convention, held in College Station, Texas. More than 100 Pilots from across the state were in attendance along … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/6/24

Susan Sankey, center, graduated from the University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute (OU EDI) at the OU Spring session this year. She is the executive director of the Gonzales Economic Development Corporation.

Sankey graduates from OU Economic Development Institute

Susan Sankey, executive director of the Gonzales Economic Development Corporation, graduated from the University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute (OU EDI) at the OU Spring session this … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/6/24

Twelve graduates of Victoria College’s Law Enforcement Academy Class #104 were honored at a ceremony on May 23 at VC’s Emerging Technology Complex. Pictured are, front row from left, instructors Julian Huerta, retired Victoria Police Department (VPD) sergeant; Herb Tucker, retired Victoria County Sheriff’s Office (VCSO) captain; Ralph Buentello, VPD lieutenant; James Martinez, VC Law Enforcement Academy Director; Glenn Mutchler, retired Cuero Police Department chief; and Tony Daniel, investigator. Graduates pictured are, second row from left, Carlalizet Moreno, Natividad Moreno, George Sierra, Oscar Montantes, Jenny Miller and LeAnn Leal; and, back row, Sara Matula, Joseph Fennell, Derek Slatter, Miguel Ramos, Steven Llacuna and Rachel Miller.

VC Law Enforcement Academy graduates honored at ceremony

Twelve Law Enforcement Academy cadets who graduated from Victoria College’s 104th Basic Peace Officer Certification class were honored at a graduation ceremony on May 23 at VC’s Emerging … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/6/24

Robert Ynclan Scholarship Foundation announces 2024 winners

The Sheriff Robert Ynclan Memorial Scholarship Fund announces that 10 deserving graduating Gonzales area high school seniors are receiving scholarships as they head out to college this fall. … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/6/24

TJHRA Finals come to a close for 2024

The 2024 Texas Junior High Rodeo Association Finals wrapped up its final days at the JB Wells Arena in Gonzales, Texas, Saturday, June 1. Many junior high rodeo athletes competed from Sunday, … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/6/24

Colonel Chad Jones, right, pins a badge on Warden Brzozowski.

Texas Game Warden Seth Brzozowski commissioned

Shane and Elaine Brzozowski are very proud to announce the graduation of their son, Seth Ryan, from the 66th Texas Game Warden Academy held May 31, 2024 in Austin, Texas. The 41 graduates who have … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/6/24

Gonzales’ second annual Dog Extravaganza set for Sunday

Gonzales Dog Adoptions invites the community to their second annual Dog Extravaganza this Sunday, June 9, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at the Episcopal Church, located at 721 St Louis St. This … more

By BETTY COHN, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/6/24

Teams row to the shore near the Gonzales Dam during the 60th Texas Water Safari in June 2023. The “world’s toughest canoe race” returns this weekend and again has a checkpoint in Gonzales. More than 170 teams are expected to take part in the race, which goes from San Marcos to Seadrift.

Texas Water Safari to come through Gonzales this weekend

A whopping 172 teams from all over the globe are expected to take part in the “world’s toughest canoe race” this weekend as the Texas Water Safari returns for its 61st year — … more

From staff reports | 6/6/24

Addy Kardosz maneuvers around a barrel for the barrel competition of the Texas High School Rodeo.

Gonzales rodeo athletes head to high school finals in Abilene

Rodeo season continues with 10 local Gonzales athletes heading to the Texas High School Rodeo Association finals in Abilene, Texas Thursday, June 6 through Saturday, June 15. Briggs Hand of … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/6/24

The sorcerer Rothbart (Gary Franco) faces off against Siegfried (Brandon Forrest) while the lovely Odette (Ariana Dewing) is caught in the middle in Come and Take It Dance’s performance of Swan Lake, which will come to The Crystal Theatre stage during three performances June 8-9.

Come and Take It Dance presents ‘Swan Lake’ at The Crystal Theatre

This weekend, the enchanting ballet "Swan Lake" will grace the stage at The Crystal Theatre, presented by "Come and Take It Dance." Audiences can immerse themselves in this timeless classic on … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/6/24

TAHC to evaluate JB Wells’ ability to house evacuated animals

Gonzales County Emergency Management Coordinator Jimmy Harless said Tuesday his department is hosting a training session in Gonzales for the Texas Animal Health Commission, which is the reason for a … more

From staff reports | 6/4/24

Remembering the fallen

Around the United States, many organizations are honoring the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice, including in Nixon. The American Legion Post 547 hosted its Memorial Day ceremony at … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/2/24

Senior Ainsley Holub gives the valedictorian speech for the Gonzales High School graduating class of 2024 at Apache Field Friday, May 24.

From seniors to alumni

The Gonzales High School Class of 2024 took the stage at Apache Field for one last time for the class graduation ceremony Friday, May 24. Two-hundred and two seniors received their high school … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 5/30/24

Anita Scoggins of Victoria Communication Systems (VCS) tells Gonzales County commissioners the emergency communications tower project should be rebid and that her company had properly filed a protest. VCS claims the county would not give enough time to properly draw up bid specifications after questions were raised and that the bid notice in the Inquirer contained incorrect information.

Divided commissioners court will send letter to GLO seeking tower bid approval

After a very tempestuous discussion, the Gonzales County Commissioners Court voted 3-2 to submit a letter from Hanson Professional Services and Langford Community Management Services to the General … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/30/24

Joann Parra, left, is buying Guerra’s Grill & Catering from Martha Jo Guerra, right, and her husband Robert after the Guerra family ran the restaurant for 20 years. A longtime employee, Parra is not changing anything except the name of the restaurant and says the family atmosphere will stay the same at Parra’s Grill & Catering.

Guerra family selling restaurant to longtime employee

If you are going to Guerra’s Grill & Catering after this Thursday to get your fajita taco fix or to get a lotta enchiladas, you’ll actually find yourself partaking at Parra’s … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/30/24

Buc-ee’s will open new Luling superstore on June 10

Hang on to your beaver nuggets, because the largest Buc-ee’s ever built will soon open in Luling — just up the road from Gonzales. The company announced it will unveil its newest … more

From staff, wire reports | 5/29/24