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Gonzales City Council names Crow interim city manager

The Gonzales City Council met for a special called meeting regarding two closed session items on Monday, Sept. 26. The council went into closed sessions several times and finally took a vote … more

9/28/22

Gonzales owes late George Shuler for his role in creating Come and Take It celebration

Gonzales, Texas, is quite proud of Come and Take It — the history, the slogan, the cannon, and the celebratory event taking place this very weekend, Sept. 30 – Oct. 2. This event, as a … more

By BETTY COHN, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/28/22

Elizabeth Torres- Gonzalez

Sunday, September 25, 2022. The lord Gained another precious Angel. Elizabeth Torres- Gonzalez, 46 years old of Gonzales, TX. Better known as "Liz", was known and loved by many. Liz enjoyed … more

9/28/22

Elton Joseph Brunkenhoefer

Elton Joseph Brunkenhoefer went to be with the Lord on September 17, 2022. Elton was born August 16, 1941 in Shiner Texas to Fred and Francis Brunkenhoefer. He is preceded in death by his … more

9/28/22

Harry van Velthoven

Harry van Velthoven lived a very uncommon and adventurous life.Harry was born on October 19, 1932 in Surabaya, Indonesia, the 6th of 7 children born to Karel van Velthoven and Dolly Abbink. His … more

9/28/22

Glenn Anthony “Buster” Boenisch

Glenn Anthony “Buster” Boenisch, 71, of Shiner, passed away Sunday, September 25, 2022. Glenn was born October 10, 1950 in El Campo to Lawrence and Emily Popp Boenisch. He married Betsy … more

9/28/22

Palmina (Nacci) Lipscomb

Palmina (Nacci) Lipscomb, 67, of Bonaire Georgia, passed away on Saturday, May 28, 2022, at her residence. A memorial service celebrating her life will be held on Saturday, October 1, 2022, at 10:00 … more

9/28/22

Tommy Langford Walleck, Jr.

Tommy Langford Walleck, Jr. of Gonzales, passed away Thursday, September 22, 2022. He was born February 7, 1969 in Alice, Texas the son of Tommy L. Walleck Sr. and Marilyn Rose Kulhanek … more

9/28/22

Yoakum scores early, often in 42-15 win over Gonzales

Friday night’s game against the host Yoakum Bulldogs saw the Gonzales Apaches get only six offensive snaps in the first quarter, compared to 20 for Yoakum. By the time the first 12 minutes … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 9/24/22

Recent additions enhance Brothers Memorial Library

Gonzales is the birthplace of Texas Independence and with this year’s Come & Take It Celebration right around the corner, what better way to embrace some of the history of this great state … more

By Lucy A. Martinez, Asst. Librarian, Robert Lee Brothers Jr. Memorial Library | 9/23/22

Residents attend a public hearing on the proposed GBRA permit at the Underground Water Conservation District.

Underground Water Conservation District extends permit hearing

The Gonzales Underground Water Conservation District has extended a hearing for a permit amendment requested by Guadalupe Blanco River Authority on the addition of three new wells located on the … more

By Clayton Kelley, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/23/22

Leave it to Violet

Dear Violet, I am a stay at home mom, but not because I want to be. My husband believes that a woman should be at home, as a mother and housekeeper, the home care taker, while the husband earns … more

9/23/22

GHS Foundation president Carolyn Orts, left, presents the first place trophy to the duo of Gene Kridler and Darren Schauer during the 5F Gala at JB Wells Expo Center on Saturday, Sept. 18.

GHS Foundation holds triumphant 5F Gala

The Gonzales Healthcare Systems Foundation finally held its “2020” 5F Gala at JB Wells Expo Center on Saturday, Sept. 17, some two and a half years after it was initially postponed due to … more

Special to the Inquirer | 9/23/22

Savay Sexton retires green jacket

High school senior Savay Sexton retired her green jacket after serving her elected term on the Texas 4-H Council. Savay was selected for State Council by earning the position of District 10 4-H … more

Special to the Inquirer | 9/23/22

Phylis Ann Browne

After 75 years of giving her heart and soul to her family and church, Phylis Ann Browne was called home on Tuesday, Sept. 13, 2022. Phylis was born on Feb. 21, 1947 in Lonoke, AR, to Alford McCuin … more

9/22/22

Elizabeth Hortense “Polly” Houston Fink

Elizabeth Hortense “Polly” Houston Fink, 94 years 10 months, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022 at Dornburg Center of Compassion of Hospice of South Texas. Polly was born … more

9/22/22

Glen George Soefje

Glen George Soefje, age 88, of Leesville, passed away Wednesday, September 14, 2022. He was born June 8, 1934 in New Braunfels the son of Gilbert Gus and Annie Mae Wagner Soefje. He married … more

9/22/22

Main Street discusses veteran banners

The Gonzales Main Street Board met for their regularly scheduled meeting Thursday, Sept. 15, at Gonzales City Hall. One of the main items discussed during the meeting was the veteran memorial … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/22/22

GISD speaks about Apache All STAAR initiative

The Gonzales ISD school board approved the provided extra instructional time in their Monday, Sept. 12, school board meeting. The Apache Academy All-STAAR initiative was implemented for the … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 9/22/22

Gonzales Chamber of Commerce executive director Melissa Henderson addresses an audience at a press conference to discuss the tourism coordinator position.

Gonzales Chamber excited to promote heritage tourism, city’s bicentennial

The Gonzales Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture is ready to promote heritage tourism in Gonzales, especially with the bicentennial celebration of the founding of the city just a few short years … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 9/22/22