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Nixon-Smiley CISD approves recapture settlement, teacher stipend

The May 9 Nixon-Smiley school board meeting covered many important community issues, including budget, HB 4545 requirements, elementary stipends, student recognition, upcoming events, and safety … more

By BETTY COHN, Gonzales Inquirer | 5/19/22

Waelder ISD may consider maintenance, repair bond

After the rejection of a $13.6 million bond measure by Waelder ISD voters, the school board has approved consideration of an issue of a maintenance and repairs bond that does not require a vote by … more

By CLAYTON KELLEY, For the Inquirer | 5/19/22

Starling Solar's location in Gonzales County.

Solar farm reps talk progress, incentives with Gonzales County

Representatives of a 1,400-acre “solar farm” being built off Harwood Road north of Gonzales met with county commissioners on Monday, May 9, to discuss progress on the project and the … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/19/22

Commissioners table interlocal radio agreement until May 23

Gonzales County commissioners have tabled until May 23 an interlocal agreement to pay for radios for the various first responder agencies in the county until some concerns about the agreement are … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/19/22

Buck Garza of Gonzales competes during a past Texas Junior High Rodeo Association state finals in team roping. The event returns this weekend to Gonzales, which has been the lone host city for this event since it began.

Gonzales and TJHRA: A longtime, winning combination

The Texas Junior High Rodeo Association (TJHRA) and Gonzales have had a long, beneficial history together that the city of Gonzales hopes will continue for many more years to come. “We love … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/19/22

Early voting begins in May 24 primary runoff

Early voting began Monday, May 16, and will continue through Friday, May 20, at three locations in Gonzales County for the May 24 joint Democratic and Republican primary runoff election. Voters … more

By BETTY COHN, Gonzales Inquirer | 5/16/22

Laurel Ridge Antiques and Gifts recently received reimbursement for projects completed on the historic three-story brick structure. From left are Barbara Crozier of Laurel Ridge, Candice Granger of Laurel Ridge, Main Street Board President Britney Jones-Caka, Gonzales Main Street Director Tiffany Hutchinson-Padilla, Main Street board member Adriane Hastings, Main Street board member Christine Presley, GEDC President Andy Rodriguez and Richard Crozier of Laurel Ridge.

Main Street, GEDC honor Laurel Ridge for successful project completion

Gonzales Main Street, in conjunction with the Gonzales Economic Development Corporation (GEDC), recently reimbursed Laurel Ridge Antiques and Gifts for projects completed on the historic three-story … more

Special to the Inquirer | 5/12/22

Happy Apache Academy owners Amanda Barrie, far left, and James Barrie, far right, presented certificates and scholarship checks to employees Kainah Cranfill, Merissa Guerrero and Amy Rodriguez on Friday, May 6.

Happy Apache Academy awards scholarships to staff

Happy Apache Academy owners Amanda and James Barrie have made three members of their staff very happy Apaches by giving them scholarships to continue their education. The Barries presented … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/12/22

Locals competing in Texas Junior High, Texas High School rodeos

When Gonzales hosts the annual Texas Junior High Rodeo Association (TJHRA) State Finals on May 22-28 at JB Wells Rodeo Arena and Expo Center, expect to see several individuals with local ties … more

Special to the Inquirer | 5/12/22

Planting memories to celebrate Gonzales County’s past

The Gonzales County Historical Commission announced a DeWitt Colony tree dedication set to take place Friday, May 13, at 2 p.m. This event will take place at the Kerr Creek gazebo on Saint Louis … more

By BETTY COHN, Gonzales Inquirer | 5/11/22

Gonzales County shows preliminary property value exceeding $9.1 billion

Preliminary property values from the Gonzales Central Appraisal District shows Gonzales County with a total overall market value of more than $9.1 billion for 2022. GCAD chief appraiser John … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/11/22

Learn to protect your property and right to protest at free event

Gonzales Community Advocates is sponsoring a property tax relief event, “Understanding and Navigating the Protest Process,” on Tuesday, May 17 at the Texian Heritage Conference Center, … more

By BETTY COHN, Gonzales Inquirer | 5/11/22

Katelyn “Katie” Carter Memorial Scholarship Fund established

The Gonzales High school drama club is seeking donations for the Katelyn “Katie” Olesya Carter Memorial Scholarship Fund to honor the memory of former Gonzales high school student Katie … more

By BETTY COHN, Gonzales Inquirer | 5/11/22

George del Castillo Jones, who stands beside the Come and Take It mosaic at Gonzales City Hall, has ties to that fateful day in Gonzales history as it was his great-great-great-great grandmother, Sarah Seeley DeWitt, who made that famous banner. Jones visited Gonzales for the first time in April as he learned more about his famous Texas ancestors.

Search leads man to Gonzales roots as DeWitt descendant

An online search for his roots led one United States expatriate to come to Gonzales for the first time ever last month after discovering he is the great-great-great-great grandson of empresario Green … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/11/22

Nixon nixes mobile homes within city limits

Nixon City Council has taken action prohibiting any new mobile homes from being installed within Nixon city limits. At their Monday, May 9, meeting, council members approved this housing amendment in … more

By CLAYTON KELLEY, For the Inquirer | 5/11/22

Motorcycle fatality claims life of Gonzales man

Gonzales resident Nathan “Nate” Thomas, 60, was killed in a motorcycle fatality on U.S. Highway 183 last Monday night, May 2 at about 10:16 p.m. The accident occurred between Lockhart … more

By BETTY COHN, Gonzales Inquirer | 5/11/22

Gonzales County commissioners had a heated discussion about the purchase of radios with ARPA money.

Commissioners will distribute ARPA money for radio purchases

Gonzales County commissioners voted 3-2 Monday, May 9, to pay up to $1.8 million for handheld and mobile radios for the county’s first responders, but not before things got testy between … more

5/11/22

Waelder ISD voters turn down $13.6 million bond measure

Waelder ISD voters turned down a $13.6 million bond measure by a 165-98 vote Saturday night in complete but unofficial returns. Voters also returned the two incumbents, Troy Dewayne Sullivan and … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/8/22

Benavidez outgains Mills by one vote in Smiley mayoral race

Smiley City Councilmember Lisa Dominguez Benavidez appears to have beaten incumbent Smiley Mayor Michael K. Mills by one vote, 69-68, in complete but unofficial returns. Meanwhile, Melva … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/8/22

Sucher, Anzaldua advance to mayoral runoff

Gonzales mayoral candidates S.H. “Steve” Sucher and Isaac Anzaldua have advanced to a June 14 runoff election after complete but unoffical returns Saturday night. Meanwhile, Gonzales … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 5/7/22