The Gonzales Inquirer

Wait to vote on taxes until council is full

Publisher’s Note: Thomas Enriquez is running for the now-vacant District 4 Gonzales City Council seat. This letter was approved for print because it does not include a political endorsement of … more

10/5/21

J.B. Wells site seems like a park to me

Ouch! The City was hit with a real hard blow in the settlement of $1.825. million. The Presbyterian Seminary won in the matter. I really hate to see this happen to Gonzales. In the issue of … more

By ANN COVERT | 8/7/21

Abortion is a God-given, free-will right

Dear Editor: (Regarding “Foster Care crisis worsens in Texas,” The Inquirer, July 22, 2021; see link on this post): Wokeism and Cancel Culture: Create an ugly, … more

8/7/21

Set teachers free: Do not use CRT

Most teachers enter our profession because they love kids and want to teach. However, far too many leave their jobs due to a lack of respect; extraneous external pressure, and general frustration. Of … more

By JENNIFER WINTER Innovative Teachers of Texas | 8/7/21

Barnicks leave mark on GHS

I take pleasure in sharing with the community of Gonzales, information about the Barnicks that deserves recognition. I have known Jimmie and Sylvia for more than 30 years. … more

6/28/21

Hate is ugly; Love is stronger emotion

Dear Editor: (In regards to Opinion page of The Inquirer on June 10, 2021) Hate is ‘Negative Labeling’ of another human being, and is a worldwide, out-of-control contagious … more

6/28/21

Thanks to first responders

"Thank you” to all the emergency workers who responded to the Adams property on the evening of May 7. Everyone was very thoughtful and respectful, showing kindness and empathy to our … more

5/26/21

No tax breaks for solar farm

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 for a … 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