Finding ways to protect Coryell County residents and their property — and also finding out what concerns people the most when it comes to natural disasters and how prepared they are — are the …

The Coryell County Commissioners Court approved a $13.6 million plan to finance the expansion of the Coryell County Jail and the construction of a justice center, the Leon Street Annex, during the …

A statewide search for Gatesville's next police chief led to the selection of a candidate who is well acquainted with Central Texas — Brad Hunt. The current police chief in Keene — a …

In 2022, Texas experienced one of the most severe wildfire seasons in more than a decade. The Texas A&M Forest Service and local fire departments responded to more than 11,000 wildfires across …

In an effort to help the county prepare for — and potentially avoid — disasters, Coryell County leaders are working with Natural Resources Solutions (NRS) on a hazard mitigation plan and are …

During a meet the candidates session on Jan. 4, local residents had the opportunity to talk to the four finalists for Gatesville Police chief ahead of the selection of a new chief. The newly …

The past year was full of many significant events in Gatesville and Coryell County, whether good, bad or somewhere in between. Some of the memorable events for 2022 …

The city of Gatesville has announced four finalists for chief of the Gatesville Police Department, and local residents will have a chance to meet the candidates during a Meet the Finalists …

Looking for ways to help ensure that adequate water is available to meet growing demands, members of the Coryell County Commissioners Court met with Patrick Wagner, general manager of the Middle …

The following is a breakdown of activity reported through dispatchers during the period of Dec. 22-25. While there were many calls to the dispatcher, this is a partial list of more significant …

Disaster Assistance for 2022 Livestock Forage Losses Producers in Coryell County are eligible to apply for 2022 Livestock Forage Disaster Program (LFP) benefits on short and long season small …

An unexpected jump of $3 million in the cost estimate of a new justice building delayed approval of financial plans to proceed with the project and also at least temporarily delayed financing …

The city of Gatesville has an ambitious list of capital improvements planned for 2023, and much of the cost of the work will be paid for by state or federal grants. The projects will be underway …

Ray Ashby has served for six years as a Coryell County commissioner for Precinct 4, but his last official day in office will be Dec. 31. While Ashby will no longer be an elected leader, he plans …

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 …

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 …

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 …

The Gatesville City Council approved a street renaming policy and procedure during its Dec. 13 meeting, ending a months-long process. Council member Claude Williams proposed renaming Mill Street …

Coryell County leaders, working in partnership with Natural Resources Solutions (NRS) consultants, have identified several projects to enhance the safety of the community and will submit grant …

A career in law enforcement is something that intrigued Nathan Gohlke since childhood, but after 31 years in that line of work - including 29 as a licensed peace officer — he will be hanging up …