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Search continues for missing TSU student two years later

Tuesday, Dec. 13, marked two years since the disappearance of 21-year-old Texas State University student Jason Landry and his family still has few answers as to his whereabouts or what happened to … more

From staff reports | 12/15/22

Commissioners want changes to how GBRA directors are selected

The Gonzales County Commissioners Court passed a resolution Monday, Dec. 12, calling for a change in how and how many directors are selected to the Guadalupe Basin River Authority (GBRA) … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 12/15/22

Kathryn (Woodall) Caraway

Kathryn (Woodall) Caraway, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, went to be with the Lord on December 10, 2022. Kathryn was born on October 22, 1934, in Nixon, Texas to Ima and Max Woodall. … more

12/14/22

Michelle Annette Clark

"Preserve me, O God, for in You I put my trust. O my soul, you have said to the Lord, “You are my Lord, My goodness is nothing apart from You.” Psalms 16: … more

12/14/22

Lana Lavon Brzozowski

Lana Lavon Ratliff Brzozowski, 81, of Houston, passed away Saturday, December 10, 2022. She was born July 7, 1941 in St. Jo, Texas the daughter of Lavon Talmadge Ratliff and Ella Dolores … more

12/14/22

Pursuit ends in arrest of Louise man

A 20-year-old Louise man is in custody after leading law enforcement on a high speed chase that reached speeds in excess of 100 miles per hour on Sunday, Dec. 11. According to the Gonzales County … more

From staff reports | 12/12/22

Meet The Boothe House: One of Gonzales’ Most Whimsical Homes

“It’s no use going back to yesterday, because I was a different person then.” That’s a quote from the Lewis Carroll novel, Alice In Wonderland and it speaks volumes … more

By CLAYTON KELLEY, For the Inquirer | 12/9/22

Girl Scout Troop holds holiday toy drive

The Gonzales Girl Scout Troop 5082, in partnership with Gonzales ISD, is sponsoring a toy drive for local children’s home, the Legacy Ranch Foster Home. Community members are requested to … more

By Betty Cohn, Gonzales Inquirer | 12/8/22

Run, run Rudolph for Waelder ISD

Join Waelder ISD for their annual Run Run Rudolph one-mile and 5K on Saturday, Dec. 10, with the race beginning at 8 a.m. and ending at the Waelder ISD Gym. Entry fees are $5 for students, and $10 … more

By Betty Cohn, Gonzales Inquirer | 12/8/22

LCRA representatives present a $25,000 grant to the Ottine Volunteer Fire Department for a new brush truck cab and chassis. The grant is part of LCRA’s Community Development Partnership Program. Pictured, from left to right, are: Robert Riley, firefighter; Donnie Grauke Jr., second assistant fire chief; John Everett, fire chief; James "Bubba" Boehm, VFD board member; Pam Walshak, VFD president; Debbie Everett, VFD secretary/treasurer; Margaret D. “Meg” Voelter, LCRA Board member; Ray Colmenares, VFD audit committee; Kay Floyd and Tina "DeDe" DeStefano, VFD board members; and Rick Arnic, LCRA Regional Affairs representative.

LCRA awards $25,000 grant to Ottine Volunteer Fire Department

The Ottine Volunteer Fire Department will be able to purchase a new cab and chassis for its 18-year-old brush truck, thanks in part to a $25,000 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority.The … more

Special to the Inquirer | 12/8/22

‘Miracle’ comes to Nixon Main Street

The City of Nixon, in partnership with Nations Christian Fellowship, presents “Miracle on Main Street,” Saturday, Dec. 10, from 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., with activities at the Nixon … more

By Betty Cohn, Gonzales Inquirer | 12/8/22

Candy Cane Carnival comes to GE Cafeteria

Gonzales Elementary PTO invites the community to celebrate the holidays at their Candy Cane Carnival this afternoon, Thursday, Dec. 8, 5:30 p.m. – 7 p.m. in the Gonzales Elementary Cafeteria, … more

By Betty Cohn, Gonzales Inquirer | 12/8/22

Finalists introduced for Gonzales city manager post

The Gonzales City Council introduced its three finalists for the city manager position at a meet and greet at the Robert Lee Brothers Jr. Library after holding a special council meeting on Wednesday, … more

From staff reports | 12/8/22

Hester Elizabeth Behlen

Hester Elizabeth (Keck) Behlen was born December 29, 1921 in Cost, Texas, in Gonzales County, to Roy Keck and Lina Cowey Keck and baptized in the Baptist faith at a young age. She passed away … more

12/8/22

Dora Linda (Cano) Peña

On December 2, 2022, the Peña family lost their beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, Dora Linda (Cano) Peña at 71 years of age. Dora was born in San Antonio, Texas … more

12/8/22

Readers Choice finalists announced

The votes are in and the finalists have been announced for the Gonzales Inquirer Readers Choice awards. Readers are asked to vote using the ballot on page 18 in this edition of the newspaper to … more

From staff reports | 12/8/22

Resident reminded of late cousin during Pearl Harbor attack anniversary

Wednesday, Dec. 7, marked the 81st anniversary of the surprise attack by the Imperial Japanese Navy Air Service on the United States Naval Base at Pearl Harbor in Honololu, Hawaii. It also brought … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 12/8/22

Deputy remembered on anniversary of his murder

It has been 22 years since a Gonzales County law enforcement officer was killed in the line of duty. The Gonzales County Sheriff’s Office paid tribute to the late Sgt. David M. Furrh on … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 12/8/22

Sheriff’s office dealing with increase in animal cruelty seizures

Gonzales County Sheriff Keith Schmidt asked county commissioners last week for guidance in dealing with an increase in animal seizures his department has encountered in recent months. The Gonzales … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 12/8/22

Stirring things up

Dear Violet, My mom was the kind of mom who cooked every night, beginning our week with a large family style Sunday dinner, filled with wonderfully delicious dishes that are now cherished and … more

12/1/22