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Smiley appoints Torres new full-time city marshal

The Smiley City Council appointed Jason Torres to be the new Smiley city marshal after a closed session on Wednesday, Jan. 18, and welcomed Torres to the position. In December, former Smiley City … more

By Clayton Kelley, For the Inquirer | 1/25/23

Hector Orlando Dominguez

Hector Orlando Dominguez passed away on Thursday, May 25, 2023, at the age of 65. He was born on August 12, 1957, in Nixon, Texas to Refugio Dominguez and Rosa (Guerra) Dominguez. Hector … more

6/1/23

Pilot Club looks to kick off weekend Wright with 5K, Deadlift competition

The Pilot Club of Gonzales will honor a longtime resident by hosting the Melanie Wright 5K Run/Walk & Deadlift Party at Independence Park this Saturday, Sept. 16, beginning at 7 a.m. This … more

Special to the Inquirer | 9/14/23

James “Jimmy” Selzer, Jr.

James “Jimmy” Selzer, Jr., aged 75, of Gonzales, peacefully passed away on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Born on August 13, 1948, in Moulton to James Selzer, Sr., and Lenora Hrincko Selzer, … more

3/28/24

Gonzales City Council discuss YMCA partnership, approves waste services from Frontier

The Gonzales City Council met for its regularly scheduled meeting Thursday, April 11 at Gonzales City Hall. One of the main topics of discussion was a proposed partnership between the YMCA … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 4/22/24

Gonzales to hold public hearing on budget, tax rate Thursday

Gonzales residents will have the opportunity to comment on the city’s proposed $28.8 million budget for fiscal year 2023 and a proposed tax rate of $0.3117 per $100 valuation during a 5 p.m. … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/30/22

Jesse Nelle Reid Hahn

Jesse Nelle Reid Hahn, 88, of Pleasanton, passed away on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. Born to Tillman Jesse and Elizabeth Scoggins Reid, on July 16, 1936, she grew up in Gonzales and graduated from GHS in … more

6/1/23

Steve Castro Jr.

Steve Castro Jr, from Waelder, Texas, born on July 10, 1953, left this world on March 19, 2024. Steve will be remembered for his vibrant personality, his love for the tunes of Carlos Santana, Micheal … more

3/28/24

New Nixon City Council member Pat Dingler, left, is sworn in by Nixon Municipal Judge Deidra Voigt during the Monday, April 15, regular council meeting.

Nixon swears in new council member, discusses vehicle and software purchases

New Nixon City Council member Pat Dingler was sworn in to office Monday, April 15, by Nixon Municipal Judge Deidra Voigt. Dingler was chosen by the council on April 8 to serve out the remaining term … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/22/24

Janie Irene Medel

Janie Irene Medel, 73, of Yoakum, passed away May 25th, 2023. Born Janie Irene Guevara on November 27, 1949, in Lockart, Texas to Santiago Guevara and Juanita Lopez. A generous and caring woman, … more

6/1/23

Sales tax allocations back up for Gonzales County municipalities in April

Sales taxes for Gonzales County municipalities in April 2024 were just slightly better than what they received last April — but much better than what they had received just a month ago. … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/22/24

Cleto Escalona Reyna

Cleto Escalona Reyna, 54, of Waelder, passed away Thursday, May 25, 2023. He was born to his parents Alfonso Reyna Gallegos and Matilde Escalona Ontiveros in Santa Cruz, Matehuala, San Luis … more

6/1/23

Day tripping!

A national magazine, World Atlas, has listed Palmetto State Park, just north of Gonzales, among the best day trips from Austin to take for the summer. Listed in this trip are also the Hamilton … more

By Betty Cohn, Gonzales Inquirer | 4/22/24

Valedictorian Cooper LaBuhn shakes hands with school board president Ross Hendershot, III and hand’s LaBuhn his diploma.

One hundred ninety-four Gonzales seniors walk the stage

The Gonzales High School class of 2023 arrived at Apache Field Friday, May 26 to close out the final chapter of their high school careers. The class of the 2023 reflected on the last four years, … more

By Vandy Van Epps, Gonzales Inquirer | 6/1/23

Chamber parts ways with executive director Henderson

The Gonzales Chamber of Commerce & Agriculture has parted ways with executive director Melissa Henderson, whose last day of employment was Thursday, Aug. 10, Chamber president Wayne Baker … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 8/11/23

LCRA employees clean up brush at Independence Park in Gonzales during LCRA’s Steps Forward Day on April 12. During the annual day of service, employees worked on 36 community projects throughout LCRA’s service territory.

Volunteers take on projects during LCRA Steps Forward Day

Hundreds of Lower Colorado River Authority employees picked up paint brushes, shovels and more on Friday, April 12, to volunteer on dozens of community projects throughout Texas during LCRA’s … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/22/24

Nixon-Smiley valedictorian Cecilia Villasana checks over her graduation speech before addressing the audience Friday, May 26 at Mustang Stadium.

Sixty-eight Mustangs march across stage to receive diplomas

Sixty-eight members of the Nixon-Smiley High School Class of 2023 received their diplomas in person at Mustang Stadium on Friday, May 26, during graduation exercises. Another two students who … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 6/1/23

Courtesy photos Dr. A with Gonzales Primary Academy Teacher of the Year Jessica Bouler and Principal Dr. Ariana Hernandez.

GISD honors campus Teachers of the Year

Tuesday, April 2, was a day of surprises and recognition as the five Gonzales Independent School District Teachers of the Year were named. Gonzales ISD Superintendent Dr. Elmer Avellaneda joined … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/5/24

Barbara Jane (Martin) Brandon

Barbara Jane (Martin) Brandon passed away March 18, 2024, in Kingsland, Texas, at the age of 75, surrounded by family and her puppy dogs. Barbara was born to Fay H. Martin and Esther Martin, … more

4/22/24

The Waelder High School Class of 2023 toss their caps into the air Saturday, May 26, to culminate graduation exercises at the gymnasium.

Twenty-eight cross stage for Waelder ISD graduation

The 2023 graduating class of Waelder High School saw 28 people walk across the stage to receive their diplomas during commencement ceremonies Saturday, May 27, at the Waelder ISD gymnasium. … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 6/1/23