The Gonzales Apaches came out swinging in Friday night’s district matchup, controlling much of the first half before Salado rallied in the second to claim a 42–21 victory. The loss extended Gonzales’ losing streak to four games and now makes this week’s home finale against Jarrell a must-win for the Apaches to remain in playoff contention. more

NIXON — The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs battled hard in their final home game of the season Friday night but came up just short, falling 28–21 to Karnes City in a tight District 15-3A Division … more

The Nixon-Smiley Lady Mustangs saw their playoff run come to an end Monday night, falling to Columbus in three straight sets, 25–6, 25–3, 25–3, in the Class 3A bi-district round. more

The Waelder Wildcats boys cross country team capped off an impressive season with a strong showing at the 2025 UIL Cross Country State Meet, held Friday, Oct. 31, at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock. more

Nina Gonzalez, born November 2, 1929, died October 31, 2025, preceded in death by her husband, German P Gonzalez, and 2 brothers Raul & Dario Alarcon. more

A Life Well Lived for God, Walking Worthy of the Lord Mr. Martin Ray Clack was a husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, son, brother, uncle, friend, mentor, and a veteran. He was born on July 5, 1933, to the late Rev. Mack Elroy Clack and Robbie Jewel Allen Clack. more

With heavy hearts and deep love, we announce the passing of our beloved Granny, Emma “Joyce” Cowey Pierpont, who went home to be with the Lord on October 22, 2025, surrounded by her family. more

Wiliam “Bill” Technik, age 86, passed away Friday October 24, 2025. Bill was born January 14, 1939 to Victor and Adella Vana Technik of Shiner, Texas. Raised in Shiner, he went to Country school then Saint Ludmila. He served in the US Army and was stationed in Hawaii, before dedicating 34 years with GVEC as a lineman and service lineman more

William “Bill” Frank Burchard, 91, of Midland, Texas, passed away on Saturday, October 18, 2025. A visitation will be held 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m., Thursday, October 23, 2025, at Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home in Midland. A memorial service will take place at 2:00 p.m., Friday, October 24, 2025, in the sanctuary of First Baptist Church. more

Lowell Emmett Ivey “Bitty,” 76 years of age, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Lowell was born November 10, 1948, in Gonzales, Texas, to Mervin and Opal Lea Ivey. more

The Gonzales Apaches went toe-to-toe with one of the district’s toughest opponents Friday night, falling just short in a 38–30 loss to the Wimberley Texans. more

DILLEY — Despite a strong rushing performance from junior running back Garet Gonzales, the Nixon-Smiley Mustangs came up short in a 21–14 loss to Dilley on Friday night. The Mustangs … more

The Gonzales Lady Apaches ended their regular season the best way possible — with a statement win that punched their ticket to the playoffs and sent their lone senior, Aubrey Lindemann, out on top. more

The Nixon-Smiley Mustangs closed out their regular season Tuesday night with a straight-set loss to Poth, finishing fourth in District 28-3A with a 4–6 district record and 13–20 overall. more

Voters in Gonzales County joined the rest of Texas in approving all 17 proposed constitutional amendments in Tuesday’s election, according to unofficial results released by the Gonzales County Elections Office and the Texas Secretary of State. more

The Gonzales High School Cheer program made history Sunday, November 3, earning its first-ever bid to the Universal Cheerleaders Association (UCA) National High School Cheerleading Championship. more

Two people were killed early Saturday morning when a fire destroyed a mobile home about four miles south of Smiley toward Yorktown. more

The Guadalupe Valley Electric Cooperative (GVEC) is now accepting nominations for the 2026 GVEC Public Service Award, which recognizes individuals and organizations that have made a meaningful impact in their communities through consistent and selfless service. more

The Gonzales Junior High football program closed out a defining season that showcased both growth and grit across all four teams, led by the 8th Grade A team’s undefeated district championship and a level of energy that echoed the varsity Apaches on Friday nights. more

A new energy fills Apache Gymnasium this fall — fitting, since the court now bears the name of longtime coach Vic Salazar, whose legacy of discipline and determination still echoes through the halls. That same spirit is what first-year Gonzales head coaches Brady Keane and Alex Matanic are determined to revive as they lead the boys’ and girls’ basketball programs into a new chapter. more