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Rachel Dominguez, 91, passed away on December 18, 2022, in Gonzalez, Texas. Rachael was born on August 28, 1931, in Smiley, Texas to Ray Andrada and Elvira Cisneros. Rachael is preceded in death by … more

1/11/23

Edwards Association to host annual MLK march

The Edwards Association invites the community of Gonzales to the annual Martin Luther King Jr. (MLK) march and celebration, to be held Monday, Jan. 16, 2023, Edwards Association president David B. … more

Special to the Inquirer | 1/11/23

Oh sure, just one more of grandma’s cookies

When children are chubby we often give them cute nicknames (mommy's little butterball) or we call it “baby fat” that these children will outgrow. We also tell them not to worry about what … more

By Betty Cohn, Gonzales Inquirer | 1/5/23

A Dec. 28 fire destroyed the home of Rick Bivins and Megan Ainsworth on Kelley Loop.

GoFundMe established for Kelley Loop fire victims

Firefighters from Gonzales, Belmont and Ottine responded to a house fire off County Road 342, also known as Kelley Loop, at about 9:48 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 28. It took several hours for crews to … more

From staff reports | 1/5/23

Sidewalk upgrades begin in Texas Heroes Square

Work continues in Texas Heroes Square along the 400 block of Saint James Street in Gonzales as part of an effort to upgrade city sidewalks to be compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act and … more

From staff reports | 1/5/23

Gonzales purchases new Pierce Enforcer pumper truck

Christmas may have already come and gone, but the Gonzales Fire Department is waiting on one special present to be delivered to the city. After receiving unanimous approval at the November … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 1/5/23

GEDC approves potential Lynn buyer, works to market Gonzales

At the December 19 GEDC meeting, the board heard presentations from potential buyers for the Lynn Theater. The board heard three presentations in the open session and reviewed the financial portions … more

By Jennifer Kolbe, GEDC Executive Director, Special to the Inquirer | 1/5/23

Cloud votes against McCarthy for House Speaker

The 118 th Congress officially opened on Tuesday, Jan. 3, and the first day ended with no resolution in who will be the next Speaker of the House as Rep. Kevin McCarthy, R-California, failed three … more

From staff reports | 1/4/23

Guadalupe “Lupe” Rodriguez

Guadalupe “Lupe” Rodriguez, 77, of Houston, formerly of Gonzales, passed away Monday, January 2, 2023. He was born February 5, 1945 in Gonzales the son of Luciano and Julia Longoria … more

1/4/23

Miguel “Mike” DeLeon

On December 29, 2022, our loving father Miguel “Mike” DeLeon, age 59, of Nixon, went to be with the Lord. Mike was born March 14, 1963, in Nixon, to Pablo DeLeon Sr. and Dorothy … more

1/4/23

Domingo O. Ramirez Jr.

We are saddened to announce the passing of our family’s patriarch, Domingo O. Ramirez Jr. on December 30, 2022, at the age of 81. Domingo was born December 9, 1941, in Gonzales, to Domingo … more

1/4/23

Peggy Jean Elzner Tepera Janota

Peggy Jean Elzner Tepera Janota passed away peacefully December 31, 2022 in The Woodlands, Texas surrounded by her family. She was born August 30, 1933 to Peter Leopold and Annie Malish Elzner. … more

1/4/23

Luling man arrested on multiple charges

A Luling man was arrested by Seguin police on Wednesday, Dec. 14, preventing what could have been a future aggravated assault. According to the Seguin Police Department, officers responded to the … more

Special to the Inquirer | 12/29/22

Unemployment rate remains steady at 3.1 percent in Gonzales County

Unemployment in Gonzales County remained steady at 3.1 percent in November 2022, the second to lowest rate of all seven counties which comprise the Golden Crescent Workforce Development Area, for the … more

By BETTY COHN, Gonzales Inquirer | 12/29/22

Seventeen Mustangs named to All-District teams

The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs achieved quite a lot this season, from finishing second in district (behind state-finalist Poth), clinching a bi-district title, and finishing as area finalist. In line with … more

From staff reports | 12/29/22

An apple a day leads to years

My wife and I are both in our seventies, in relatively good health, and active, for our age. I play golf once a week, and my wife gardens in our yard, plus she belongs to a group of other women who … more

12/29/22

Stationed in the ‘Crow’s nest’ of Gonzales

As the year draws to a close, the city of Gonzales now has a familiar face holding down the post as the chief administrative officer for the city. Gonzales Police Chief and interim City Manager … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 12/29/22

Members of the Smiley City Council show off the swag bags they received from Republic Services at the Wednesday, Dec. 21, council meeting. The city voted to continue their contract for waste management with Republic Services and announced residents could see a $10 increase in monthly utility bills due to higher costs.

Smiley utility rates will increase by $10 per month

The citizens of Smiley can expect to see a $10 monthly increase on their utility bills, beginning Jan. 20. The decision to increase utility fees comes after the Dec. 21 approval by the city of … more

By Clayton Kelley, For the Inquirer | 12/29/22

Annual Go Texan steak night set for Jan. 14

The Gonzales County Area Go Texan (GCAGT) organization is proud to announce the 14th annual Steak Night Scholarship fundraising event. This night of delicious food, and exciting events, will … more

By Betty Cohn, Gonzales Inquirer | 12/29/22

Judge to hear GBRA contested permit case in February

A preliminary contested case hearing on the Guadalupe-Blanco River Authority’s request to drill three additional water wells in the Carrizo Aquifer has been set for Thursday, Feb. 16, before … more

By LEW K. COHN And CLAYTON KELLEY, Gonzales Inquirer | 12/28/22