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Sales tax allocations fall for Gonzales and Nixon, but rise for Smiley and Waelder

While sales tax allocations for Gonzales and Nixon dropped this month, the city of Smiley received its largest-ever monthly allocation check from state — eclipsing its previous best by more … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/24/25

Larry McManus, director of business and community development for the Office of the Governor, speaks at the GADC Economic Development Luncheon.

GADC hosts first post-pandemic Economic Development Luncheon

The Gonzales Area Development Corporation (GADC) hosted its first Economic Development Luncheon since the COVID-19 pandemic on April 15, 2025, at the First Methodist Church Fellowship Hall. This … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/24/25

Nixon council accepts Rancho subdivision plans

Nixon City Council members were excited Monday, April 21, to officially accept plans for a new Rancho subdivision on the north side of town that will see the building of nine new houses. … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/24/25

Gonzales City Council rejects Tinsley Creek bridge bids

It’s back to the lab again for the city of Gonzales when it comes to replacing five bridges along Tinsley Creek and fixing a low water crossing on Johnson Street — a project which was … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/24/25

City, YMCA will combine efforts for Moochie Turk Summer Youth Camp

The Gonzales YMCA Program Center and City of Gonzales will enter into an agreement for the YMCA to operate the Moochie Turk Summer Youth Camp program this year, with the city agreeing to pay $12,000 … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/24/25

COPE to hold free Autism Fun Day event April 26

This April, COPE (Community Outreach People Empowerment) acknowledges emphasizing the importance of understanding and supporting both autistic individuals and all children and promoting a safe and … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/22/25

David Sepulveda

David “Magilla” Sepulveda, 75 years old of Austin, Texas passed away on February 16, 2025. He was born in Gonzales, Texas on August 28, 1949 to Fernando and Micaela M. Sepulveda. He was a … more

4/21/25

Fiddlers frolic for Fiddlers Frolics in Hallettsville

Every year, fiddlers frolic to Hallettsville to take part in the Fiddlers Frolics, which is always held the fourth weekend in April. This year is no different as it will take place April 25-27 at the … more

From staff reports | 4/21/25

Stations of the Cross set for Good Friday, April 18

The Catholic Community of Gonzales and Waelder will follow the steps of Jesus from condemnation to crucifixion to burial when they re-enact the Stations of the Cross, also known as Via Crucis, at 3 … more

Special to the Inquirer | 4/17/25

BBB brings in $65K for Norma’s House

The 12th annual Bingo, Bags and Badges on Friday, April 4, at JB Wells Expo Center was bigger than ever and it raised more money than ever before as well, Norma’s House executive director Deane … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/17/25

County will increase tax notes to fund Randle-Rather work as well

Gonzales County will increase its upcoming tax note sale by $700,000 from $11.5 million to $12.2 million in order to generate enough funds to fix the deteriorating facade of the Randle-Rather … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/17/25

GISD locks in guaranteed price for district security camera overhaul

Gonzales ISD board members voted Monday, April 14 to lock in a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) of $1,615,911 for a project that will install more than 400 new security cameras on the district’s … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/17/25

New playground equipment purchased for GE, GNA

Students at Gonzales Elementary and Gonzales North Avenue schools will have new playground equipment to enjoy after the Gonzales ISD Board of Trustees voted unanimously Monday, April 14 to purchase … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/17/25

Early voting begins Tuesday, April 22, for city, school board elections

Early voting begins Tuesday, April 22, and continues through Tuesday, April 29 for the May 3 municipal and school board elections throughout Gonzales County. Sites for early voting include the … more

From staff reports | 4/17/25

Cattle Country Festival delivers with star-studded lineup as thousands attend

Thousands of people got their money’s worth and then some when country, rock and red dirt music came together at the Cattle Country Festival in Gonzales this past weekend, April 10-12. A … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/17/25

Heart attack believed to be cause for woman’s sudden death Friday

A 64-year-old woman who was attending Cattle Country Festival in Gonzales died from what is believed to have been a possible heart attack Friday, April 11. The female, whose name had not been … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/14/25

DeWitt’s Colony Association to hold symposium about ‘When Cotton Was King’

The DeWitt’s Colony Association, which includes Gonzales, DeWitt, Lavaca and Caldwell counties, will hold a symposium titled “When Cotton Was King in Gonzales, Texas (1845-1861)” at … more

From staff reports | 4/14/25

Edwards Association, COPE team up for autism event

The Edwards Association and COPE (Community Outreach People Empowerment, powered by the Community Health Centers of South Central Texas Inc.) will team up for Autism Awareness Month. Together, … more

From staff reports | 4/14/25

Edwards Association to hold Easter Egg hunt

Edwards Association will host an Easter Egg hunt from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 17, at the Edwards CommUNITY Center at the corner of Kleine and Fly streets in Gonzales. This event is … more

From staff reports | 4/14/25

A tractor-trailer that collided with a Volkswagen on US 183 about six miles south of Gonzales ended up deep into a pasture on the east side of the highway.

Gonzales man killed in collision with tractor-trailer

A Gonzales man was killed Thursday, April 10, when his vehicle was struck by a tractor-trailer on US 183 about six miles south of Gonzales. A Texas Department of Public Safety report stated that … more

By LEW K. COHN, Inquirer Publisher | 4/11/25