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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

Gonzales ISD trustees approve paying off portion of district’s debt

The Gonzales ISD School Board met for a special called meeting Tuesday, June 20 at the GISD administration building. One of the major agenda items was authorizing the defeasance and … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/22/23

Unemployment rose in Gonzales County in May 2023

Unemployment in Gonzales County rose by three-tenths of a percent in May 2023, according to state Labor Market Information (LMI) figures released by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). … more

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

Shakespeare at Winedale returns to Crystal Theatre Friday

Shakespeare is free this summer at the Crystal Theatre. Kicking off the summer season this Friday at 3 p.m. is the twisting, turning, often humorous The Winter Tale, f eaturing two of the … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/22/23

Local poet donates poems to Gonzales library

Poems comes in all different shapes and sizes and one local Gonzales poet is getting the chance to put his work on display at the Gonzales library for people can read. Ken Jones, aka PoetKen … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/22/23

Gonzales County celebrates Juneteenth with parades, picnics and proclamations

Juneteenth celebrations were held across the United States, including in Gonzales and Nixon, over the weekend. Juneteenth celebrates the end of slavery in the United States, and its origins are … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/22/23

Chamber president refutes allegations against executive director

Gonzales Chamber of Commerce Board President Wayne Baker said Monday, June 19, that a grievance committee has found allegations made against Chamber executive director Melissa Henderson of throwing a … more

From staff reports | 6/22/23

Pre-trial hearing for EMS embezzlement case set for Friday

The couple accused of embezzling thousands of dollars from the Gonzales County Emergency Medical Services will appear in court Friday, June 23, for a pre-trial hearing on charges of misapplication of … more

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

Historical Commission openings being advertised by county

Gonzales County commissioners agreed Monday, June 12, to advertise in the Gonzales Inquirer this week for people interested in being on the county’s Historical Commission. This will be the … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 6/15/23

Gonzales Food Market named Main Street Business of the Month for June

Opened in 1959 by Lopez family patriarch “Chano Lopez”, his son Pablo, and daughters Elisa and Emilia Lopez, the Gonzales Food Market continues to make some of the best BBQ in town. And … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/15/23

Crystal Theatre seeks funding from Gonzales County

For more than 25 years, the Gonzales Crystal Theatre Young Program has been dedicated to providing “arts-in-education opportunities for young people from all backgrounds” while serving as … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 6/15/23

GISD approves STEMscopes instructional material purchase

The Gonzales ISD school board met for their regularly scheduled monthly meeting Monday, June 12 at the GISD Administration building. One of the big agenda items was the purchase of … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/15/23