The Gonzales Inquirer

Every year, descendants of the Immortal 32 march in period dress into the Alamo to observe the day Gonzales answered the call to bring reinforcements to the Alamo to fight Santa Anna’s army.

When the Alamo calls, Gonzales always answers!

Volunteers are again needed to march into the Alamo. If you have marched before in the re-enactment of the arrival of the Immortal 32 and especially if you are a descendant of one of those brave … more

From staff reports | 2/16/22

Early voting for primary begins Monday, Feb. 14

Early voting for the March 1, 2022, joint primary election begins next Monday, Feb. 14, and continues through Friday, Feb. 25, at various locations throughout the county. Early voting Polls … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 2/9/22

Inquirer, GOP co-sponsor local candidate forum on 'Lincoln Day'

The Gonzales Inquirer and the Republican Party of Gonzales County will join forces to co-sponsor an “Abraham Lincoln Day” Meet and Greet Candidate Forum this Saturday, Feb. 12, at the … more

From staff reports | 2/9/22

Personal Impressions owners Andy and Cindy Rodriguez give specially designed signs with “True to the Blue” to the Gonzales Police Department.

Personal Impressions goes True to the Blue

The courageous men and women of law enforcement work tirelessly every day to protect our community. They have our full and unwavering support. They are the heroes that run toward danger while others … more

By Andy Rodriguez, Special to the Inquirer | 2/3/22

Orders will again be brought to cars as part of a socially distanced community event.

Gonzales friends invite the entire community for a meal

Gonzales resident and Edwards Association board member Quincy Johnson has gotten together with friends to invite everyone in the community to have some barbecue just because it’s … more

By LIZ ADAMS, Gonzales Inquirer | 2/3/22

Pioneer Spirit

The Pioneer Village board of directors announced that Anna Hathaway retired after serving in the role for six years and that Brandy Low has taken over as manager. The Village opened for its 2022 … more

By LIZ ADAMS, Gonzales Inquirer | 2/3/22

Gonzales, Nixon-Smiley see changes in UIL realignment

The University Interscholastic League (UIL) released the 2022-24 realignment for fall sports Thursday, Feb. 2, which has some changes in store for Gonzales County high … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 2/3/22

Schools close due to winter weather warnings

The threat of wintry weather had two of Gonzales County’s three school districts cancelling classes for both Thursday, Feb. 3, and Friday, Feb. 4, as well as canceling all extracurricular … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 2/2/22

Accident claims life of Gonzales teen

Texas Department of Public Safety troopers investigated a Tuesday, Jan. 25, accident which claimed the life of a Gonzales High School student. According to DPS Sgt. Kenny Mata, at approximately … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 2/1/22

Gonzales man convicted of sexual crimes against children

A Gonzales man could be facing a number of years in prison after being convicted of several felonies involving sexual crimes against children. The trial for Kenneth Warren Riedel, 61, began in the … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 1/27/22

Gonzales County Emergency Management Coordinator Jimmy Harless presents the 2021 activity report from the Office of Emergency Management & Permits.

Harless updates commissioners on COVID-19 testing sites

Gonzales County Emergency Management Coordinator Jimmy Harless spoke to commissioners during open comments regarding a request for assistance from Gonzales Memorial hospital. He said the emergency … more

By LIZ ADAMS, The Inquirer | 1/27/22

Gonzales Chamber of Commerce 100th anniversary celebration moves to April 7

The Gonzales Chamber of Commerce began a century of support for local businesses in February of 1922. Although a 100th anniversary banquet had been planned for this coming February, it was postponed … more

By LIZ ADAMS, The Inquirer | 1/27/22

A large elk used for the lodge’s parade floats awaits the arrival of this summer’s campers.

Texas Elks Children’s Services opens summer camp enrollment

For over three decades, the Elks Lodge has owned and managed a children’s summer camp just down FM 1586 on the outskirts of Gonzales. Texas Elks Children’s Services has provided the camp … more

By LIZ ADAMS, The Inquirer | 1/27/22

Two file so far for Gonzales mayoral race

The filing period for municipal and school board elections in Gonzales County began Jan. 19 and there have already been two people who have filed to run for mayor of Gonzales, the … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 1/26/22

Gonzales County Sheriff’s Office investigates homicide near Nixon

A statement released by the Gonzales County Sheriff’s Office confirmed the Texas Rangers are assisting in an active investigation into a homicide that occurred in Nixon on January 18, … more

By LIZ ADAMS, Gonzales Inquirer | 1/19/22

Assistant District Attorney Keri Miller submits recommendations for the newly formed Sexual Assault Response Team during Gonzales County Commissioners Court Monday.

Gonzales Commissioners Court approve resolution for joint primary

The court heard from Election Administrator Gwen Schaefer before commissioners considered and approved a joint resolution and statistical Information for a joint primary. A joint primary election … more

By LIZ ADAMS, Gonzales Inquirer | 12/22/21

Gonzales Chamber seeking awards nominations

The Gonzales Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture is seeking nominations for the Community Service Award & David B. Walshak Award, to be presented at the annual Chamber banquet in February. The … more

Special to The Inquirer | 12/17/21

Organizers said Float Fest will return in 2022 to a private ranch outside Gonzales in July 2022.

Float Fest set for 2022 return in Gonzales

After three years off, organizers of Float Fest say the festival will officially return in 2022 to its new location in Gonzales on July 23-24 — bringing with it about 25,000 people to the area for that weekend. more

BY LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 12/17/21

Sales tax allocations increase for most of Gonzales County

Three of the four municipalities in Gonzales County saw increases in sales tax allocations for the month of December, according to information released by the Texas Comptroller’s … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 12/16/21

UIL preliminary enrollment figures released

The University Interscholastic League released preliminary enrollment figures for all 1,388 member schools this month as well as conference cutoff numbers for the upcoming reclassification and … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 12/16/21