The Gonzales Inquirer

Dear Editor, I listened to the Gonzales County Commissioners Court meeting on Monday with much interest, as it was listed that the court would begin considering a Chapter 312 tax break … more

2/9/21

Proud of council

Dear Editor: I am writing this letter as someone who spoke and witnessed this week’s city council meeting. I must say I am proud of the council for finally realizing they aren’t … more

2/8/21

Ask state leaders to give rural areas more COVID-19 vaccine doses

Dear Editor: My husband and I were fortunate enough to be able to receive our COVID-19 vaccine on Feb. 4, 2021 at JB Wells Park, for which we were very grateful. I must express our sincere … more

2/5/21

Unhappy with GISD’s COVID-19 response

The Gonzales Independent school district has created an unsafe environment for not only the students but the teachers as well. There has been unrest in the high school since the first six weeks of … more

11/10/20

Change in City Council District 4

Dear Editor; I am writing this letter as a citizen that is witnessing change in Gonzales. I live in District 4 and I have been a tireless advocate for the people in our community that wanted true, … more

11/10/20

A tip of the hat to my old football coach

Please indulge me an excursion beyond the borders of Gonzales County, Texas. I was born and raised in Los Angeles – hop I-10 West for about 1,400 miles and jump on I-5 North and exit off Los … more

By STEVE FOUNTAIN, Inquirer Publisher | 10/28/20

Government must be open with easy access

Reopening public places amid the COVID-19 pandemic should certainly be carried out with caution. Government offices are no exception. Yet citizens must have the ability to watch over their … more

10/27/20

Gonzales voters know what's at stake

Dear Editor: I am writing this letter in response to the changes the city is making to be more transparent and accountable concerning the decisions they’re making. It amazes me weeks from … more

10/1/20

Tax rate: City did the right thing

(This letter will appear in the Thursday, Oct. 8 print and e-edtion of The Inquirer.) Dear Editor: This comes because in your report of the last City Council meeting you wrote of the … more

10/1/20

Deadline to submit election-related letters to the editor is noon Tuesday, Oct. 6

The Thursday, Oct. 8 edition of The Inquirer will be the last to publish letters specific to the Nov. 3 General Election. The Inquirer, per its published policy, does not run election letters once … more

9/25/20

Elections Have Consequences

Dear Editor: I am writing this letter as a concerned citizen. I live in District 4 and am worried about the ever increasing price of living and endless regulations in my city. My taxes have … more

Thomas Enriquez, Gonzales, Texas | 9/7/20

Donor addresses museum cleaning

This letter to the editor is in response to the recent article about the Memorial Museum (The Inquirer, Aug. 6, 2020). The cleaning in 2013 was accomplished with Ms. Quana Childs, formerly an … more

8/27/20

Questions City on airport

Dear Editor: I want to applaud the Gonzales Economic Development Corporation board of directors for embracing the concept of improving the airport. These matters were addressed in an open … more

8/27/20

Keep vaccinations current

While we wait for a coronavirus vaccination, the Texas Medical Association and the Texas Pediatric Society urge you to keep your child’s routine vaccinations … more

8/27/20

Support public access to Lavaca River

What does the future hold for Hallettsville? We all love the advantages of a small town, which has drawn people to live and work here. Working together with our city, county and state, we can … more

8/27/20

One knight didn't save EMS by himself

To: The Citizens of Gonzales County I would like to comment on the article that was posted on the front page of the Gonzales Inquirer dated July 30, 2020 regarding Gonzales ESD #1. According to … more

8/10/20

Preserve history, culture

Preserve history, culture Dear Editor and friends, I am a taxpayer and opposed to removal or destruction of our public monuments? In cities that have allowed monuments … more

8/10/20

Kornegay Hall often found new ways

“We’ve never done it that way before.”The expression was well worn before the pandemic came along. Lately, creative juices have been milked dry for new ways to conduct … more

By Don Newbury | 6/18/20

No effective spider mite spray for tomatoes once its leaves become dusty

Q. Our tomatoes have done very well this spring. I think they have the potential to continue producing this fall. They are Red Snapper, Tycoon, BHN 968, HM 8849 and all the recommended varieties. … more

By Calvin Finch | 6/18/20

Disappointed in poll question

Dear Editor:I am writing to express my displeasure with the poll question you published in this week's paper. The primary question is irrelevant, because the death of George Floyd and renaming the … more

6/18/20