It was so good to talk to Kay earlier this week. S he reported that she still enjoys walking in Raby Park with Pearl, her faithful dog, when the weather is good and going to the Pearl Cottage …

Little Miss Emma Beth Hopson was dedicated to the Lord by her family, Paul, Rachel, Noah, and Benjamin Hopson on Sunday, May 14, 2023, at Coryell Community Church. Martha Ann Ares, Ryan Phillips …

The following is a breakdown of activity reported through dispatchers during the period of May 10 – 16.  While there were many calls to the dispatcher, this is a partial list of more significant …

Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who have died while serving in the military for the United States of America. Formally known as Decoration Day, it’s a federal holiday observed yearly on …

This year will mark the 49th anniversary of the Gatesville Shivaree. The first Shivaree took place on Aug. 3, 1974, and next year Gatesville will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the special …

Local residents — along with people throughout the state and nation — should beware of scams in which people receive phone calls and are threatened with arrest or seizure of property by callers …

Graduation ceremonies held at Gatesville Primary Ten kindergarten classes at Gatesville Primary School recently participated in graduation ceremonies held in the school’s cafeteria. The students …

Ty Carden Warren, son of Steve and Codie Warren, will be graduating as the salutatorian of the Gatesville High School class of 2023. He has been a member of the National Honor Society during his …

Slone Early, son of Sam and Se’Vette Early, has been named Valedictorian of the 2023 graduating class at Gatesville High School. He traveled to Texas Tech University during his sophomore year to …

The Salvation Army Red Kettle campaign made a big comeback in Gatesville in 2022. That was only the beginning, as the Gatesville Lions Club steps up to the plate to help provide volunteers and lead …

Gatesville substitute teachers will make more money in the 2023-24 school year after the Gatesville Independent School District Board of Trustees approved the request from Superintendent Barrett …

The Gatesville Independent School District Board of Trustees approved several financial items during its May 15 meeting, including approval of a bid for new kitchen equipment, selection of an audit …

The preliminary property values within the Gatesville Independent School District received from Coryell and Bell counties indicate a 14.3% increase, which amounts to $167.683 million. This amount …

Martinez wins 1st in 3200, 2nd in 1600 Gatesville High School senior Carlo Martinez won the gold medal in the 3200 meter run for Class 4A at the UIL state track and field championships in …

School board members discussed the impact of changes to the dress code made last year to allow more flexibility on nose studs and boys facial hair during a meeting of the Gatesville Independent …

A total of 32 Gatesville High School scholar-athletes were recently recognized for earning All State Academic honors during the May meeting of the Gatesville Independent School District Board of …

The Coryell City, Osage Volunteer Fire Department will hold a barbecue luncheon on Saturday, May 27 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The luncheon will be held at the Coryell City, Osage Volunteer Fire …

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Whatever happened to… TWENTY YEARS AGO (2003)                 --Joy Cole, the 12-year-old daughter of Randy and Kathy Cole of Gatesville, had been chosen as a state finalist in …

The Gatesville Independent School District Community Outreach recently hosted “Spring into Summer” which was held May 4, at Gatesville Elementary School. Information was provided about …