The Gonzales Inquirer

Gonzales’ first Empty the Bowl project raised money to help feed the area’s hungry.

Empty the Bowl event raises thousands for the hungry

Under the leadership of the Gonzales Noon Lions Club, the first-ever Gonzales Empty the Bowl project took place last Thursday evening at the Gonzales Elks Lodge.Hundreds of people attended the … more

By Terry Fitzwater

Editor and Publisher | 3/12/20

Gonzales school board sets polling date, time

On Monday’s regularly scheduled Gonzales ISD school board meeting, the board of trustees officially ordered an election to take place on May 2. Only one of the three seats up for GISD board … more

By José Torres

Managing Editor | 3/12/20

Ragin Cajun Throwdown roars into Luling on Saturday

In a sure sign that spring is here, the annual Luling Ragin’ Cajun Throwdown is set for this Saturday, March 14 in downtown Luling.Music, vendors and some of the best Cajun cooking this side of … more

By Terry Fitzwater

Editor and Publisher | 3/12/20

Gonzales invited to ‘Q&A with the Mayor’ mid-March

Gonzales Mayor Connie Kacir cordially invites you to discuss city government over refreshments at the Q&A with the Mayor event on March 17, at 10 a.m. at Robert Lee Brothers Jr. Memorial Library. … more

3/6/20

Augie Meyers to perform at Craft Beer and Wine Festival

The directors of the Gonzales Inquirer Come and Taste It Craft Beer and Wine Festival are proud to announce that country music legend and pop superstar Augie Meyers will be the headliner of the third … more

3/5/20

In the Land of Cotton, written by local author and Gonzales County resident Jenice Benedict, is a portrait of ordinary life in the American South.

Local author explores life in the old south

After years of research, first-time author and Gonzales County resident Jenice Benedict is finally ready to share her family’s story. In the Land of Cotton is a portrait of ordinary life in the … more

By Garrett McGinley

Staff Reporter | 3/5/20

County sales tax revenue up in February

The sales tax revenue total received by Gonzales County was up 1.09% in February, a slight increase over the previous year’s period. Year to date totals for the county are also slightly up in … more

By Garrett McGinley

Staff Reporter | 3/5/20

Republican sheriff race heading to runoff

The race to determine who will be the Republican nominee for Gonzales County sheriff will head to a runoff. Incumbent Sheriff Matthew Atkinson was the top vote getter in the race March 3 election and … more

Garrett McGinley

Staff Reporter | 3/4/20

How the primaries panned out for Gonzales

For many of the local races in and involving Gonzales County, primary election night was the general election. Several area races only featured from candidates one party, so the winner of the March 3 … more

By Garrett McGinley

Staff Reporter | 3/4/20

Election day set for Tuesday

Early voting has come and gone, and now candiates and supporters alike anxiously wait for results of the two primaries. For those that haven't aready voted, March 3, also know as Super Tuesday, is … more

By Garrett McGinley

Staff Reporter | 3/3/20

District judge responds to candidate’s claims

To the Citizens and Voters of the 25th Judicial District: It has been my honor and privilege to serve as your District Judge and, with your support, I hope to continue for many years to come. I … more

Submitted by Bill Old | 2/28/20

Pictured are some of the winners of the El Perro Loco competition last weekend in Nixon

Dog heaven: dogs baying at hogs

It was a dog-eat-dog weekend in Nixon this past Saturday and Sunday. Well, sort of. What really took place at the Nixon Livestock Show Barn last weekend was the annual El Perro Loco, one of the … more

By Terry Fitzwater

Editor & Publisher | 2/27/20

The Young Texians are rehearsing one last time for their performance at The Alamo on Sunday, Mar. 1.

Gonzales on display for Texas Independence week

Much like it did in history, Gonzales will play a huge role in this year’s upcoming Texas Independence celebrations. The city will both host and take part in several events spanning the next … more

By Garrett McGinley

Staff Reporter | 2/27/20

Main Street released the bands you’ll be dancing the night away to this summer.

Main Street announces Summer Concert Series lineup

The Gonzales Main Street recently announced its lineup for the 12th annual Summer Concert Series. The fun opens up June 5 with Jade Marie Patek. Playing what she describes as “marble rye … more

By Garrett McGinley

Staff Reporter | 2/27/20

Delivery of the new Frontier Waste Solutions trash cans begun on Feb. 20 and should be completed by Feb. 28. Frontier will take over as Gonzales’ solid waste collection and disposal service provider on March 1.

A new Frontier

Frontier Waste Solutions takes over as the city of Gonzales’ solid waste collection and disposal service provider on March 1. Delivery of the new Frontier trash cans begun on Feb. 20 and should … more

By Garrett McGinley

Staff Reporter | 2/27/20

Commissioners OK bids on annex project

The Gonzales County Commissioners Court approved bids on Feb. 24 for air conditioner, electrical work and materials for the county annex building used by the Gonzales Central Appraisal District. … more

By Garrett McGinley

Staff Reporter | 2/27/20

Come and Grind It is back for a fourth time in Leesville this Saturday. Participation in the gravel road cycling event has grown since its inception in 2017.

‘Come and Grind It’ back for a fourth year

The annual Come and Grind It gravel road cycling event is back in Leesville for the fourth year in a row. The ever-growing race, starting with 125 participants in 2017 which ballooned to 225 racers … more

2/27/20

News and notes from public meetings Feb. 20-24

Gonzales Convention and Visitors Bureau Feb. 20 Tourism Director Ashley Simper read a public comment from Mayor Connie Kacir regarding the city requesting to use H.O.T. fund to pay for the … more

Compiled by Garrett McGinley

Staff Reporter | 2/27/20

Gonzales to honor its brave and fallen

Tour Gonzales is pleased to announce two new events that will be held both in celebration of Texas Independence Day, as well as in commemoration of the significant contributions and sacrifices of the … more

Tour Gonzales press release | 2/20/20

Shining on in Shiner

When it comes to describing just how unique Beverly Sanders’ Antiques, Art and Beer business in Shiner is, the right words are hard to come by. But make no mistake: whatever words do come to … more

By Terence J. Fitzwater

Editor and Publisher | 2/20/20