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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Sandra Lee Parr age 72, on June 2, 2024. She passed away peacefully in Gonzales Texas. Sandra was born on August 11, 1951, to … more

6/7/24

Lottie Frances O’Neal

Lottie Frances O’Neal, 86, of Gonzales, went to her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. Lottie was born May 6, 1938 in Nixon, Texas to Jess and Annie Bell Ivey Gordon. … more

6/7/24

William Stephen “Steve” Holmes

On Wednesday, May 29, 2024, William Stephen “Steve” Holmes of Luling, Texas went to be with his Lord and Savior at the age of 66. Steve was born on February 3, 1958, to William A. … more

6/7/24

Wilma Anna (Wieting) Ducho

Wilma Anna (Wieting) Ducho passed peacefully unto God's grace Thursday morning, May 30, 2024. She was born July 25, 1935, to Alma (Flessner) Wieting and Willie Wieting of Shiner, Texas. … more

6/7/24

Donald Ray Rothbauer

Donald Ray Rothbauer, age 67, of Moulton, Texas passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family, on May 24, 2024. He was born on March 1, 1957, in Shiner, Texas to Marvin & Rose … more

6/7/24

Peggy Mackey Crook

On Friday, May 24, 2024, Peggy Mackey Crook, at 85 years old, drew her final earthly breath and entered the presence of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. Peggy was born in Gonzales, Texas and had … more

6/7/24

Annie Mae LePori Fielder

Annie Mae LePori Fielder, 102, of Red Rock passed away Sunday, June 2, 2024. She was born September 14, 1921 in Gonzales the daughter of William Henry and Annie Adams LePori. She married … more

6/7/24

From left are Scottie Beth Baker, Liz Massey, Lorrell Wright, Linda Vaclavik, Nancy Logan and Pat Anders-Ryan of the Pilot Club of Gonzales Inc.

Pilot Club members attend annual Texas District Convention

Recently the Pilot Club of Gonzales Inc. attended the 87th annual Texas District Pilot Convention, held in College Station, Texas. More than 100 Pilots from across the state were in attendance along … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/6/24

Susan Sankey, center, graduated from the University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute (OU EDI) at the OU Spring session this year. She is the executive director of the Gonzales Economic Development Corporation.

Sankey graduates from OU Economic Development Institute

Susan Sankey, executive director of the Gonzales Economic Development Corporation, graduated from the University of Oklahoma Economic Development Institute (OU EDI) at the OU Spring session this … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/6/24

Twelve graduates of Victoria College’s Law Enforcement Academy Class #104 were honored at a ceremony on May 23 at VC’s Emerging Technology Complex. Pictured are, front row from left, instructors Julian Huerta, retired Victoria Police Department (VPD) sergeant; Herb Tucker, retired Victoria County Sheriff’s Office (VCSO) captain; Ralph Buentello, VPD lieutenant; James Martinez, VC Law Enforcement Academy Director; Glenn Mutchler, retired Cuero Police Department chief; and Tony Daniel, investigator. Graduates pictured are, second row from left, Carlalizet Moreno, Natividad Moreno, George Sierra, Oscar Montantes, Jenny Miller and LeAnn Leal; and, back row, Sara Matula, Joseph Fennell, Derek Slatter, Miguel Ramos, Steven Llacuna and Rachel Miller.

VC Law Enforcement Academy graduates honored at ceremony

Twelve Law Enforcement Academy cadets who graduated from Victoria College’s 104th Basic Peace Officer Certification class were honored at a graduation ceremony on May 23 at VC’s Emerging … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/6/24

Robert Ynclan Scholarship Foundation announces 2024 winners

The Sheriff Robert Ynclan Memorial Scholarship Fund announces that 10 deserving graduating Gonzales area high school seniors are receiving scholarships as they head out to college this fall. … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/6/24

TJHRA Finals come to a close for 2024

The 2024 Texas Junior High Rodeo Association Finals wrapped up its final days at the JB Wells Arena in Gonzales, Texas, Saturday, June 1. Many junior high rodeo athletes competed from Sunday, … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/6/24

Colonel Chad Jones, right, pins a badge on Warden Brzozowski.

Texas Game Warden Seth Brzozowski commissioned

Shane and Elaine Brzozowski are very proud to announce the graduation of their son, Seth Ryan, from the 66th Texas Game Warden Academy held May 31, 2024 in Austin, Texas. The 41 graduates who have … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/6/24

Gonzales’ second annual Dog Extravaganza set for Sunday

Gonzales Dog Adoptions invites the community to their second annual Dog Extravaganza this Sunday, June 9, from 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. at the Episcopal Church, located at 721 St Louis St. This … more

By BETTY COHN, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/6/24

Teams row to the shore near the Gonzales Dam during the 60th Texas Water Safari in June 2023. The “world’s toughest canoe race” returns this weekend and again has a checkpoint in Gonzales. More than 170 teams are expected to take part in the race, which goes from San Marcos to Seadrift.

Texas Water Safari to come through Gonzales this weekend

A whopping 172 teams from all over the globe are expected to take part in the “world’s toughest canoe race” this weekend as the Texas Water Safari returns for its 61st year — … more

From staff reports | 6/6/24

Addy Kardosz maneuvers around a barrel for the barrel competition of the Texas High School Rodeo.

Gonzales rodeo athletes head to high school finals in Abilene

Rodeo season continues with 10 local Gonzales athletes heading to the Texas High School Rodeo Association finals in Abilene, Texas Thursday, June 6 through Saturday, June 15. Briggs Hand of … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/6/24

The sorcerer Rothbart (Gary Franco) faces off against Siegfried (Brandon Forrest) while the lovely Odette (Ariana Dewing) is caught in the middle in Come and Take It Dance’s performance of Swan Lake, which will come to The Crystal Theatre stage during three performances June 8-9.

Come and Take It Dance presents ‘Swan Lake’ at The Crystal Theatre

This weekend, the enchanting ballet "Swan Lake" will grace the stage at The Crystal Theatre, presented by "Come and Take It Dance." Audiences can immerse themselves in this timeless classic on … more

Special to the Inquirer | 6/6/24

TAHC to evaluate JB Wells’ ability to house evacuated animals

Gonzales County Emergency Management Coordinator Jimmy Harless said Tuesday his department is hosting a training session in Gonzales for the Texas Animal Health Commission, which is the reason for a … more

From staff reports | 6/4/24

Virginia Ruth Carmichael Hallmark

Virginia Ruth Carmichael Hallmark, daughter of John Reid Carmichael and Verdie Rasor Carmichael, was born near Thompsonville, Gonzales County Texas. She attended early years at the Thompsonville … more

6/2/24

Francisco “Frank” Rosales

Francisco “Frank” Rosales, 73, of Gonzales, passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024, in San Antonio, Texas surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 16, 1950, to his parents … more

6/2/24