With 32 Coryell County youth competing in this year’s district quiz bowl contest, the locals led all other counties in both participation and results. The 4-H Quiz Bowl contests enable youth to …

Mother Neff State Park will be kicking off the new year and 100 years of Texas State Parks with the First Day Hike of 2023. Bring family and friends to participate in the 11th year of a national …

In observance of the Christmas holiday, many local businesses and gov­ernmental offices will be observing special hours. Closings and special hours in the immediate area …

A Winter Wonderland recently attracted children of all ages to visit with Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and even the Grinch. The walkthrough was decorated with hundreds of Christmas lights, trees, …

The Exchange Club of Gatesville recently named their students of the month chosen for November and December 2022. Students of the month are seniors and are nominated by a teacher for their …

Eugene and Janis Dyer of Gatesville will soon celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary. Eugene Dyer and the former Janis Hollingsworth were married on December 26, 1962. Both are retired. They are …

The following is a breakdown of activity reported through dispatchers during the period of Dec. 15-16. While there were many calls to the dispatcher, this is a partial list of more significant …

A Gatesville Messenger subscriber recently stopped by the office to share some photos of a bald eagle that was spotted near Purmela. The winged symbol of our country soared along the countryside …

Reminder: The Pearl Baptist Church will be hosting a candlelight service at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Everyone is invited to attend. Be sure and see the manger scene in front of the Pearl Church of …

Big changes are coming in garbage collection and recycling for Gatesville residents, aimed at helping to enhance the cleanliness of the community and also improve convenience. The Gatesville City …

I am sitting down with Lu and writing what may or may not be our last version of Jeff's Reflections and Lu's Views for 2022. It's been so long since we have written one of these, but with the …

Recognition by grandparents who saw a significant positive in their grandson and credited the improvement to Gatesville Elementary School Teacher Brittany Crosby earned Crosby the Gatesville …

The Gatesville Independent School District has received an audit from Lott, Vernon & Company of Temple that affirms that the district is in good financial standing and is complying with standard …

Banner Allman poured in a career-high 35 points and No. 23-ranked Gatesville held McGregor to 13 first-half points on the way to an 82-66 boys basketball road win on Friday night. Allman got his …

While offering his appreciation for a recent upgrade to Pidcoke Street, Gatesville resident Steve Rolfing told the Gatesville City Council that he is concerned about the impact of two dilapidated …

“Hometown Angels” began as a dream and collaboration of three Gatesville women some 21 years ago. Lorri McDaniel, Michele Holden, and R’Lue Gribble saw the need to make a difference in the …

The Hidden Gem Family Center is asking the community to join them in spreading the love this Christmas for children in need.The Tree of Giving has individual ornaments with children’s profiles and …

The following is a breakdown of activity reported through dispatchers during the period of December 12 - 14.  While there were many calls to the dispatcher, this is a partial list of more …

Continuing with the holiday safety tips, this week we would like to address personal safety for those that are doing their shopping in person.  This time of year is especially inviting to thieves …

The Central Texas Hospitality House recently hosted its Christmas Celebration with an open house. The celebration included various family activities along with a nutcracker exhibit, a bounce …