U.S. Independence Day is just around the corner, and there are plenty of opportunities to catch a firework show, parade, or festival in Central Texas.  The following local events offer …

Wendy has served as the City Secretary for the City of Gatesville for 13 years and has been employed with the city for over 30 years. She enjoys supporting the City Council and city staff with city …

For those wanting to hang out by the water for Independence Day, the Gatesville City Pool will remain open on July 4 from noon to 6 p.m.  The pool includes a one-meter diving board, six …

This year will mark the 87 th annual Gatesville Riding Club Rodeo, which will be held Aug. 1-3 at the rodeo arena located on Veteran’s Memorial Drive. Gates will open at 6 p.m., and the rodeo …

Each year, the month of June is recognized as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, an estimated 3.6 percent of adults in …

Marshall Brown, Sons of the Republic of Texas lecturer, will be the speaker at the July 9, 2024 meeting of the Coryell County Genealogical Society. Mr. Brown is a Coryell County native, who is …

A Barrel & Pole Jackpot Benefit will be held on Friday, July 12, for Jessica Blanchard. The event will be hosted by the National Timed Pattern Racing Association and will be held at 301 Veterans …

The Gatesville Senior Center will host a ‘Seniors Against Scams’ presentation on Wednesday, July 17, at 10 a.m. Coryell Health RehabLiving at the Meadows Administrator, Maranda May, …

A youth golf camp will be held in July for all incoming first through ninth graders. The camp will be held at the Gatesville Golf Course from 8:30-11:30 a.m., from Monday, July 22, to Wednesday, July …

RehabLiving at the Meadows recognized Father’s Day by hosting a 50’s themed Dad’s Diner party, which included live music by the Troubadours. The afternoon consisted of a car show …

Businesses and governmental offices across Coryell County will join the rest of the nation on Thursday, July 4, in celebration of Independence Day. Closures for the surrounding area include …

Senior at Gatesville High School, Ally Penrod, takes time out of her summer to work as a lifeguard at the Gatesville City Pool. This is her second summer as a lifeguard and said, “The best part …

Mother Neff State Park has announced that it will host a walk to explore the Civilian Conservation Corp (CCC) and natural history of the park on Saturday, June 29, and on Saturday, July 13. The …

United Women in Faith met on June 11, in the Banquet Room of the First Methodist Church in Gatesville, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Seventeen members were present. The hostesses were Marilyn Decker and …

Grilling in Texas is more than just a method of cooking; it’s a way of life. In Coryell County, like much of Texas, the sizzle of meat on the grill, the smoky aroma filling the air, and the …

This recipe appeared in the “Methodist Best” cookbook in 2008. The Gatesville Messenger plans to run a series of recipes from that cookbook. If your church has a cookbook or if you would …

For the Dossey family, a near tragedy has turned into the ultimate representation of God’s faithfulness. Members from across Gatesville and Jonesboro communities have come together in …

With Father’s Day upon us, we often remember our fathers with love and affection. Something that is often over-looked is that there are over seven million single-father households in the United …

The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) launched its inaugural Healthy Texan Week which began on Monday, June 10 and continues through Sunday, June 16. The week promotes healthy eating …