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Community

GPD’s Forbes receives Distinguished Service Commendation

Officer Forbes started with Gonzales Police Department on April 12, 2023. In two short years, he has proven himself as a motivated officer driven to learn. I had the privilege of supervising Officer Forbes for a short time while he...

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City of Gonzales honors Anna and Hobart IV Grayson

WHEREAS, Courtney Anna Grayson, born on September 7, 2008, to proud parents Hobert Grayson III and Catina Grayson, and sibling to Hobert IV and Devante Blue, has demonstrated extraordinary talent, dedication, and leadership in both academics and athletics; and...

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Lifesaving Commendation for GPD’s Scharwath

On Thursday (9/4/25), officers of Squad One were dispatched to the intersection of South Burnside Avenue and West Constitution Street in reference to a motor vehicle crash involving a motorcycle, the operator having suffered a broken leg. Upon arrival, Officer...

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Council recognizes Gonzales Middle Football Team

Council recognizes Gonzales Middle Football Team WHEREAS, The Gonzales Middle School Football Team has demonstrated exceptional skill, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the 2025 season; and WHEREAS, Under the leadership of their dedicated coaches and football staff, the team achieved...

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Community

City Hall announces Thanksgiving hours of operation

City Hall will be closed on Wednesday, November 26, 2025; Thursday, November 27, 2025; and Friday, November 28, 2025 in observance of Thanksgiving. Normal operations will resume on Monday, December 1.

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Community

Waste Pro’s Holiday Pickup Schedule

Below is the scheduling for the holidays. The normal Friday pick up will be done on Saturday. Friday November 28th will be picked up on Saturday November 29th. December 26th will be picked up on Saturday December 27th. January 2nd...

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Community

✨ Honoring Outstanding Service! ✨

Mayor Riley, Chief Jackson, and the Gonzales City Council were proud to recognize Field Training Officer Sean Zeringue during Monday night’s Council Meeting. Officer Zeringue received both the Life Saving Commendation and the Distinguished Service Commendation for his exceptional dedication...

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Community

Mayor Riley Recognizes Bertrand’s Pharmacy for Charitable Donation to the Arc of East Ascension

Mayor Riley recognized Bertrand's Pharmacy for their Charitable Contribution of $5,000 to the Arc of East Ascension at the City Council Meeting on Monday, October 13th. This contribution will have a lasting impact on the lives of countless individuals and...

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Community

Lamendola’s Supermarket Celebrates 90-Year Anniversary!

The City of Gonzales was honored to join the celebration of Lamendola’s Supermarket’s 90th Anniversary, a true cornerstone of Gonzales! Mayor Riley was proud to present a proclamation recognizing Lamendola’s many decades of service, dedication, and commitment to our community....

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Community

35th Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast

Mayor Timothy "Tim" Riley invites you to the 35th Annual Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast – a cherished tradition in our community. Join us for a morning of fellowship, reflection, and prayer on Tuesday, November 4th at 7:00 AM at the Price...

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