Nancy Germain is a longtime member of the Gatesville Chamber of Commerce and is currently volunteering as an ambassador and assists with the Junior Ambassadors. Germain moved to Gatesville in …

Hundreds showed up for the 54th annual Rattlesnake Roundup at the Oglesby Community Center on Feb. 24-25. The event featured live snake demonstrations and a show, a vendor fair, live …

The Coryell County Fair is over for the year, but there are still many things happening within Coryell County 4-H. There will be around seven contests coming up within the next few weeks, and …

As thousands of young people and their families travel across Texas to major stock shows this season, I’m reminded of how big the state of Texas truly is. With 254 counties full of 4-H members …

Various Oglesby Independent School District Junior High students were honored with awards from the Academic UIL competition that took place this past fall. The students placed third overall in …

The race for Coryell County Sheriff heats up as the three candidates make their case to voters ahead of the primary election on March 5. Coryell County Republican Party (CCRP) Chairman, Colton …

Student athletes often balance multiple responsibilities – from their classes, jobs, and personal lives to sports and other extracurriculars. Despite the busy schedules, Gatesville High …

In honor of Black History Month, which takes place in February of each year, The Gatesville Messenger interviewed an outstanding citizen who represents what it means to make a difference within the …

County Commissioner of Pct. 3, Ryan Basham, recently spoke to members of the Coryell County Historical Commission about the upcoming repairs on the Coryell County Courthouse due to the leaks the …

Texas is one of the leading states in reported human trafficking cases. Of the 234,000 victims, approximately 79,000 are believed to be minors, according to a 2016 report by the University of Texas. …

Little Miss Alison Joy David was born Wednesday, Feb. 14, at Baylor Scott and White in Roanoke to McKenzie Lois Hopson David.  The baby weighed eight pounds, eleven ounces and is 21-inches long. …

The three candidates in the running for Coryell County Sheriff gathered for a debate on Saturday, Feb. 17 at the Trinity Worship Center in Copperas Cove. The debate was sponsored by the Coryell …

The Middle Trinity Groundwater Conservation District (the "District") is dedicated to the effective management and preservation of groundwater resources within Bosque, Comanche, Coryell, and Erath …

The Pearl Church of Christ reports that they had another excellent annual Valentine’s Silent Auction for His Kids on Feb. 11, thanks to the community and everyone who participated in this very …

On Saturday, Feb. 17, 21 of the Gatesville High School Choir students traveled to the UIL Solo & Ensemble Contest, which was hosted at University High School.   Choir Director Cherith …

The color red in February is not only to celebrate Valentine’s Day, but to also spread awareness for those who are living with heart disease. The term heart disease refers to various types …

Texas students who helped clean up and beautify their communities can now apply for a scholarship contest awarding a total of $10,000. The annual Don’t mess with Texas Scholarship Contest is …