To kick off 2024, The Gatesville Messenger offers a snapshot of some of the biggest local news stories of the year. Last week, The Messenger presented the first five out of the top 10 stories of …

January has been designated as National Mental Wellness Month, so that the public can become aware and recognize the importance of mental health. Mental illness refers to behavioral, emotional, …

New Year’s Day is an annual holiday that is celebrated on Jan. 1, marking the beginning of the new year. Many people around the nation celebrate by setting a goal or resolution for the new …

Winter storms in Texas often bring a multitude of troubles, from power outages and loss of heat to busted pipes.  As Texans enter the coldest months of the year, experts in the field offer …

To spread Christmas cheer, Gatesville native Christi Mooney dedicated her time giving gifts to the elderly this holiday season.

An indoor Polar Pickleball doubles tournament will take place at the Gatesville Civic Center on Saturday, Jan. 27 and Sunday, Jan. 28. The event was put together by Kylie Glass Dixon and Cort …

The Morris Federation recently celebrated Christmas with a Dutch Treat luncheon at The Feed Mill. After a short business meeting, members enjoyed a program presented by Nancy Garvin, who read two …

Part 2 As the 2023 calendar year comes to a close, I’m reminded of the personal growth, celebrations of goals met, and outstanding achievements of our 4-H members. Looking back, it’s …

The Texas Department of Public Safety is investigating a two-vehicle crash that killed one person in Coryell County on Dec. 21. The incident happened around 6:15 p.m. at the intersection of U.S. …

As 2023 comes to an end, The Gatesville Messenger offers a snapshot of some of the biggest local news stories of the year. From professional and personal to tragic and uplifting, this list kicks …

The Gatesville Police Department has recently made applications available for a Citizen’s Police Academy to give locals an inside look at what it is like to be in the law enforcement field. …

Since the holiday season is wrapping up, the City of Gatesville has made its annual recycling bin available for locals to drop off live Christmas trees at the Chamber Depot. The drop-off bin …

Waco author Joye Thackston recently published her third children’s book inspired by her own childhood in Gatesville.   Titled “My Little David,” the story follows a young …

From Nov. 1 through Dec. 4, the Hidden Gem Family Center took names for the Tree of Giving for kids for Christmas. The tree had individual ornaments with children’s profiles and items needed. …

The local Special Olympics team, known as Team Gatesville, recently joined community members to ring the bells for the Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign. Joyce Talbott, a representative …

The Gatesville Chamber of Commerce is preparing for its annual member banquet, which will be held Saturday, Jan. 20, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Gatesville Civic Center. This will be an evening …

Local grocery store HEB will host a blood drive on Wednesday, Jan. 3, partnering with Carter Blood Care. The blood drive will be held from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the HEB parking lot. To …

The Boys & Girls Club of Gatesville recently preformed a special Christmas concert at the city auditorium. The concert featured various age groups including the Elementary Choir and the …