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Members of the Green Clover 4-H Club collected items for the 4-H State Round-Up statewide community service project during their April meeting.

Green Clover 4-Hers getting ready for Round-up

It’s April and that means District Round-up is upon us followed quickly by State 4-H Round-up! We have been planning State 4-H Round-up since last summer! Our theme this year … more

By Augustus Sexton, Texas 4-H President, Special to the Inquirer | 4/24/25

Tammy Jean York

Tammy Jean York of Stockdale, Texas passed away on April 14, 2025, at the age of 63 after a 3-year battle with cancer. Tammy was born in Abilene, Texas. Daughter of Charles Thomas Posey and Lois … more

4/24/25

Michael Lynn "Mickey" Lancaster

Michael Lynn "Mickey" Lancaster passed away on April 10, 2025. He was born to Carl Jones Lancaster and Laura Boatman Lancaster on May 1, 1950, in Memorial Hospital, Houston, Texas. Mickey lived … more

4/24/25

Patsy (Pat) Keeney

Patsy (Pat) Keeney passed away on April 12, 2025 surrounded by her family after an inspiring and courageous 50-year battle with cancer. Throughout her journey, Pat exemplified remarkable strength and … more

4/24/25

GCUWCD to hold public hearing on proposed district rules

The Gonzales County Underground Water Conservation District Board of Directors will hold a public hearing on proposed district rules changes at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 13, at the GCUWCD office, 522 … more

From staff reports | 4/24/25

Thriving Hearts observes Denim Day April 30

The month of April is known as National Sexual Assault Awareness month. Thriving Hearts Crisis Center (THCC) formerly Guadalupe Valley Family Violence Shelter encourages the public to join the global … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/24/25

GCAM: Serving Gonzales County for more than 30 years

Gonzales Christian Assistance Ministry (GCAM) has quietly but consistently served Gonzales County for more than three decades. It offers food relief and essential items to those in need. Located … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/24/25

Judicial Academy honors County Judge Pat Davis

Gonzales County Judge Patrick Davis has been recognized as a Fellow of the Texas Judicial Academy by the Texas Association of Counties (TAC). This prestigious honor is awarded to county judges who … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/24/25

Sales tax allocations fall for Gonzales and Nixon, but rise for Smiley and Waelder

While sales tax allocations for Gonzales and Nixon dropped this month, the city of Smiley received its largest-ever monthly allocation check from state — eclipsing its previous best by more … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/24/25

Larry McManus, director of business and community development for the Office of the Governor, speaks at the GADC Economic Development Luncheon.

GADC hosts first post-pandemic Economic Development Luncheon

The Gonzales Area Development Corporation (GADC) hosted its first Economic Development Luncheon since the COVID-19 pandemic on April 15, 2025, at the First Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. This … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/24/25

Nixon council accepts Rancho subdivision plans

Nixon City Council members were excited Monday, April 21, to officially accept plans for a new Rancho subdivision on the north side of town that will see the building of nine new houses. … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/24/25

Gonzales City Council rejects Tinsley Creek bridge bids

It’s back to the lab again for the city of Gonzales when it comes to replacing five bridges along Tinsley Creek and fixing a low water crossing on Johnson Street — a project which was … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/24/25

City, YMCA will combine efforts for Moochie Turk Summer Youth Camp

The Gonzales YMCA Program Center and City of Gonzales will enter into an agreement for the YMCA to operate the Moochie Turk Summer Youth Camp program this year, with the city agreeing to pay $12,000 … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/24/25

COPE to hold free Autism Fun Day event April 26

This April, COPE (Community Outreach People Empowerment) acknowledges emphasizing the importance of understanding and supporting both autistic individuals and all children and promoting a safe and … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/22/25

David Sepulveda

David “Magilla” Sepulveda, 75 years old of Austin, Texas passed away on February 16, 2025. He was born in Gonzales, Texas on August 28, 1949 to Fernando and Micaela M. Sepulveda. He was a … more

4/21/25

Fiddlers frolic for Fiddlers Frolics in Hallettsville

Every year, fiddlers frolic to Hallettsville to take part in the Fiddlers Frolics, which is always held the fourth weekend in April. This year is no different as it will take place April 25-27 at the … more

From staff reports | 4/21/25

Stations of the Cross set for Good Friday, April 18

The Catholic Community of Gonzales and Waelder will follow the steps of Jesus from condemnation to crucifixion to burial when they re-enact the Stations of the Cross, also known as Via Crucis, at 3 … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/17/25

BBB brings in $65K for Norma’s House

The 12th annual Bingo, Bags and Badges on Friday, April 4, at JB Wells Expo Center was bigger than ever and it raised more money than ever before as well, Norma’s House executive director Deane … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/17/25

County will increase tax notes to fund Randle-Rather work as well

Gonzales County will increase its upcoming tax note sale by $700,000 from $11.5 million to $12.2 million in order to generate enough funds to fix the deteriorating facade of the Randle-Rather … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/17/25

GISD locks in guaranteed price for district security camera overhaul

Gonzales ISD board members voted Monday, April 14 to lock in a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) of $1,615,911 for a project that will install more than 400 new security cameras on the district’s … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/17/25