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COVID can’t stop Guadalupe County Youth Show GCYS officials announce changes in venue for big event
By Darren Dunn
A third venue will be tapped for the auction, which is a huge part of the youth show experience each year. Reiley says they have secured the space to host the auction and they hope that bidders will come out and support the kids on Saturday, January 23.
(Seguin) -- The Guadalupe County Youth Livestock and Homemakers Show is still a go in 2021. Despite the global pandemic, youth show board members say they have come up with a plan that will allow hundreds of kids to show off their youth show projects this year.
“The auction will take place at the Rio Cibolo Ranch on that Saturday. Those details are still being, of course, worked out for the auction. But we do have facilities and everything is a go,” said Reiley.
The youth show was in limbo for a short time after the city of Seguin announced that it was shutting down city facilities for large gatherings. That meant the Guadalupe County Fairgrounds, which is part of the city’s Seguin Events Complex, would not have been available for the youth show this year.
Reiley says they have plans that will allow the show to continue, while also trying to keep the kids and their families safe during this pandemic.
Youth Show Secretary Debra Reiley says the board met last week and finalized its plan. The show will now primarily be set up in Marion. “The County Church in Marion will be our main facility. That starts on Tuesday, January 19. Our rabbits, goats, poultry, steers and heifers, homemaking and industrial arts, (and) the lambs will all show at the Country Church in Marion,” said Reiley.
space. Reiley says that category has been moved to the La Vernia Chamber of Commerce grounds.
Kids showing pigs this year will have their own
“We are going to use their facility to show the
swine. The reason for that is because the pens and the wash racks and everything are there. So it’s just a better facility. It will be better for the kids,” said Reiley.
“Everything is good. We have a plan in place. We are working on a COVID plan also, so that our exhibitors and families can be safe, and hopefully, social distance a little bit. It’s going to be different, but we are going to make it work. We need to let these kids show their animals. This might be the only show that they get to this year, with the way things are going. We are going to make it happen. It’s all about the kids,” Reiley. See SHOW & SCHEDULE page 3
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GRMC officials say shots not yet available for general public By Darren Dunn
(Seguin) -- The biggest question, on the minds of people at the start of 2021, may be -- when can I get my COVID-19 vaccination? Hospitals, doctors offices and pharmacies in the area have all heard from people who want to know if the shots are now available. The short answer to that question is “no,” but the more nuanced response from local officials is -- “not yet, and we are not sure when that will change.” Guadalupe Regional Medical Center (GRMC) received an allotment before Christmas that was used to vaccinate those who are on the front lines of this pandemic. Liz McCown, the director of risk & legal affairs and public information officer for GRMC, says they have since used all of the initial supply that was given to the hospital. “GRMC received an allotment of the COVID-19 vaccination -- the Moderna version -- on December 23. We were anticipating receiving that shipment for a while without confirmation of a definite arrival time. Our senior team did a great job of putting together a vaccination clinic that could go live as soon as we got that vaccine available. So we flipped switch on that (and) got as many health care providers through here as fast as we could, and we were able to effectively distribute the 800 vaccinations that we received over a period of about five days, including vaccination. Unfortunately, McCown says at this point, the supply doesn’t the holidays. We are not holding any vaccines in reserve. We have given meet the demand. everything that we have received at this point,” said McCown. “What has happened so far is that the state has put out information that McCown says a second shipment is expected soon, but that will be the second Phase 1A, and that includes front line workers and residents of long term dose that is required for the vaccine to work. The vaccines all showed a high care facilities; and Phase 1B, which includes people who are 65 and older, efficacy-rate during testing, but a second shot is required in order to reach the and those 16 and older with chronic medical conditions that put them at an desired level of immunity. increased risk for COVID-19 -- are now (all) eligible for the distribution of the vaccine. Now, here’s where it gets murky. They are eligible to receive it “That (second) allotment is a booster. The vaccines for COVID-19, both pending provider approval and vaccine availability. That means they need to the Pfizer and Moderna versions, are a series of two injections that have to have a conversation with their physician to determine if it’s a good idea from be received approximately 24 days apart. So you have to get one vaccine them to get the COVID-19 vaccine, with their particular medical history. That and then 24 days later, you have to come back. The allotment that we are vaccine availability is really where we are hamstrung at this point. We just expecting is 800 of the booster shot that will have to be given to that initial don’t have it to give. So everybody needs to talk to their doctor and have batch of people that came through and received the vaccine from us the first a personal conversation with their physician about whether or not they are time. We do not have any information currently on when we will receive any appropriate for the COVID-19 vaccine when it becomes available for them,” other shipments of the vaccine at this point,” said McCown. said McCown. There was some confusion among the public last week, because state officials said that some hospitals and pharmacies were keeping some of their vaccinations in reserves. The state encouraged them not to do that and instructed all of the first batches to be administered to those who were approved by the state. McCown says they never had any reserves at GRMC, and they still won’t after this second shipment. She says right now the plan from the state is to get the shots to those who are highly susceptible or those who are likely to get very sick from the virus.
Federal and state officials both say more vaccines are on the way. It’s not clear when the general public will start to get shots. McCown understands that might not be the answer people want, but it’s where we are now in this fight against COVID-19.
“I wish I had a better answer for you. I think the answer is -- everybody wishes it was yesterday -- but the (real) answer is hopefully soon. But I can’t tell you when. We would hope that this was going to be rolling out over the next several months, but we also know that everything has taken a little bit longer “The state departments, that have coordinated the vaccine effort, created than it initially was expected. So we are updating the public as the information a tiered vaccine distribution program. There are some different tiers of becomes available to us,” said McCown. individuals under that program, that they are opening up permission...to get the vaccine as we go along to make sure that those vulnerable populations are Meanwhile, people are still encouraged to follow all COVID-19 safety treated first,” said McCown. protocols, including wearing a mask, social distancing when you can, and to wash your hands frequently. Earlier this week, it was also announced that bars There are a number of people who fall into one of the two categories that would again need to be closed, and restaurants would now have to reduce their are allowed to get the shots. Many of those people are eager to get their capacity to 50-percent in Guadalupe County.
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Reiley says the board was committed to making sure that COVID-19 would not ruin this opportunity for the 4H and FFA kids that will be participating from all across the county. She says they just felt like they had to find a way to bring this together.
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“It’s our 80th year. They were not going to let this go by (without an event). We’ve got a plan in place. Things are looking good. We’ve just got to finalize some details here and there. Our judges are ready to go, and they are finalized. It’s going to happen, and our kids are going to show their animals and they are
going to get the opportunity to sell an animal. We are going to make it happen,” said Reiley. An updated schedule, as well as additional information is available on the Guadalupe County Youth Livestock & Homemakers Show website, at gcys.org.
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Panthers rally past 6A Unicorns for ninth straight win (Geronimo) - The Navarro girls basketball team erased a nine-point deficit with less than three minutes remaining to beat Class-6A New Braunfels 56-55 Wednesday afternoon at the Navarro Events Center in Geronimo. Sophomore point guard Laylin Sturm calmly drained the game-winning free throw after missing the first of two attempts with nine-tenths of a second left to cap a 10-0 Panthers run over the final 2:54. Sturm scored 10 of her gamehigh 21 points in the fourth quarter. The final trip to the free throw line resulted from an ill-advised New Braunfels foul with Sturm about to heave a desperation shot from beyond the midcourt stripe and the game tied at 55-all.
“Laylin, you know, she’s a competitor, and she’s played in a lot of different situations like this, so you know she’s probably going to do some good things, and she had a heck of a game there down the stretch for us, and glad to see it” Navarro head coach Darrell Harborth said. “I wish we would have made a few more free throws to make life easier there, but hey, we hit the one that counted at the end.” Tatum Harborth added 15 points for the Panthers and hit the tying free throw with 19 seconds left after a Berklee Andrews steal. Andrews buried a three-pointer to slice the deficit from five points to two with under a minute to play, and Karlee Koenig’s free throw made it a one-point game with 34 seconds to go.
Marion boys come up short to No. 5 Cole
(San Antonio) - The Marion boys basketball team suffered its first loss of the season in the opening game of the District 26-3A schedule on Wednesday, falling to San Antonio-Cole 69-41 in the Cougars’ home gym.
Andrews and Julia Bumguardner contributed five points apiece. Koenig and Sienna Kramer each had three, while Mary Gilliam and Haleigh Ortiz netted two each.
Coach Harborth commended his bunch for shaking off the rust of a long holiday break just in the nick of time against a long, athletic New Braunfels team.
Kailee Mulkey led New Braunfels with 19 points, and Jordyn Hofmann finished with 14.
“We hadn’t practiced or touched a ball in about 10 days, and I think our conditioning was a factor there at times, but you know, they just refused to lose there at the end, and make things happen, and battle, and compete, and to beat a good ball-club like that is a lot taller than us? I’m really pleased and happy.”
The Cougars defended Marion’s two leading scorers better than any opponent has this season, limiting Ryken Autry (23.2 ppg) to nine points and holding Easton Allen (17.2 ppg) scoreless. Autry grabbed a team-high seven rebounds and dished out five assists.
The win was Navarro’s ninth straight and pushed the team’s season record to 16-1. The Panthers, ranked No. 10 in the TGCA’s 4A state poll, were scheduled to visit Hondo on Saturday, but no final was available at press time.
Cole led 17-8 at the end of the first quarter, 27-13 at halftime, and 45-28 going into the fourth quarter. Silas Livingston led the Cougars with 20 points, Trey Blackmore added 19, and Adreall Ray put in 13.
The Unicorns controlled the tempo and the game for most of the afternoon, pushing a 15-14 lead at the end of the first quarter to 36-28 by halftime, and holding a 4438 cushion heading into the fourth quarter. Navarro ramped up the defensive pressure in the final stanza and clawed back into the game by forcing turnovers that led to scoring opportunities.
Cole, ranked No. 5 in the TABC state poll, held the 24th-ranked Bulldogs to 39 percent shooting overall and just 2-13 from three-point range.
Samuel Montoya led the Bulldogs with 16 points on 8-11 shooting. Kadeem Blyden netted 12 points and pulled down six rebounds. Fernando Romero and Lane Pawelek rounded out the scoring with two points each.
Marion (10-1) was slated to visit Fredericksburg on Saturday at 10:30 a.m., but the game had yet to go final at press time.
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Marion girls fall at home to Cougars
(Marion) - Marion fell to 1-3 in the District 26-3A girls basketball race Wednesday with Alicia Durbin and Sarah Cook netted five points each. Madrid and Kaelyn Taylor each a 72-42 home loss to San Antonio-Cole. had two. Molly Rooke scored 17 points to go with five rebounds and four steals in the setback. Cole led 24-12 after the first quarter, 37-22 at halftime, and 52-35 at the end of the third Jaslyne Williams also reached double figures with 11 points. period. Anessa Madrid grabbed a team-high eight rebounds, dished out five assists, and came Marion (3-11, 1-3) continue district play with a road game at Great Hearts-Northern up with two steals. Oaks on Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.
Monday Schedule Navarro boys basketball @ Wimberley, 6:30 p.m.
Thursday Schedule Seguin girls basketball vs. Alamo Heights @ Harlan High School, 6:30 p.m.
Friday Schedule
Seguin boys basketball vs. S.A.-Veterans Memorial, 6:45 (6:30 pre-game) on KWED 1580-AM and Seguintoday.com. Seguin girls basketball @ S.A.-Veterans Memorial, 6:30 p.m. Navarro boys basketball vs. S.A.-Fox Tech, 6:30 p.m. Marion girls basketball vs. Nixon-Smiley, 6:15 p.m. Marion boys basketball @ Nixon-Smiley, 7:30 p.m.
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Seguin boys basketball vs. Alamo Heights, 6:45
Marion girls basketball @ Great Hearts-Northern Oaks, 5:30 p.m.
Navarro girls basketball @ La Vernia, 7:30 p.m.
Marion boys basketball vs. Great Hearts-Northern Oaks, 6:30 p.m.
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Calvary Baptist Church 0n 78 in San Antonio. The body will lie in state at the church from 10 to 11 A.M. He is survived by brothers, Greg and Chris Christian. Visitation for Joe Smith will Services entrusted to the reverent care of Eunice and be held at Eunice and Lee Lee Mortuary. Kenneth died December 18, 2020 at Mortuary Chapel Saturday, the age of 68. He will be buried in Marion Cemetery. January 2,2021 from 12 Noon till 2PM with Services beginning at 2PM at the Mortuary with interment at Marion Cemetery. Thomas Hunt Terry, III, age 69 of Seguin, passed away on He is survived by his wife, December 25, 2020. Diane Smith,Children,sister,
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and brothers. He died December 15,2020 at the age of 58. Services entrusted to the reverent care of Eunice and Lee Mortuary.
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Stafford, Jackie Paul Naval Chief Petty Officer, retired age 69 passed away at home in the care of his wife on December 20, 2020. He was born on July25, 1951 in Lubbock, Texas and Graduated from Estacado High School May 30, 1969. He Enlisted in the US Navy following graduation in Lubbock Texas. He served aboard the USS Constellation, the USS Kitty Hawk and the USS Belleau Wood until his Retirement in 1999. He is preceded in death by his Father Billy F. Stafford and Stella JO (Blair) Stafford of Lubbock, Texas. He leaves behind his Loving wife Georgia Gay Stafford of Seguin, Texas, Daughter Jennifer Runnels of New Braunfels, Texas, Step-daughter Crystal Gean Whisnant, step-son Richard V. Davis, 7 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren. Memorial Services For Jack Stafford will be held at a later date; Arrangements are by Eunice and Lee Mortuary! He died December 20,2020 at the age of 69 and is survived by his wife, Georgia Stafford.
Hunt was born on May 31, 1951 in Seguin, Texas, to Mildred (Traeger) and Thomas Hunt “T. H.” Terry, Jr. Hunt Terry graduated from Seguin High School in 1969 and then attended The University of Texas at Austin, graduating with a BBA from the McCombs School of Business. He met his wife, Ann Degenhardt, at UT and they married on August 19, 1972. They later moved to Seguin in 1980 when Hunt joined the family business, C.W. Traeger Wholesale Grocery.
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weekly golf with buddies, attending the Masters, watching it on TV, or teaching his sons to play, Hunt thoroughly enjoyed the sport. Hunt is preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Meg Gingrich McGrew and husband, Paul Gingrich and father-in-law and mother-in-law, Everett and Alene Degenhardt. Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Ann Degenhardt Terry; his sons, Thomas Hunt Terry IV and wife Brooke, and Ross Everett Terry and wife Jennifer; grandsons, Logan Terry, Cameron Terry and Ryan Terry; sister, Molly Kelley; brother, Tim Terry and wife Mary; brotherin-law, Duane Degenhardt and wife Sherry; nephews, Jack Gingrich, David Gingrich and wife Amy, Brian Gingrich and wife Mariel, and Mark Degenhardt and wife Karyn; niece, Merideth Waltman and husband Andy; numerous great-nieces and great-nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many, many friends.
Private family graveside services will be held at San Geronimo Cemetery with the Rev. Cathe Evins officiating. A Celebration of Life Service will be planned at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Starcke Park Golf Course, 650 River Dr. West, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or the Seguin High School Golf program, 1315 E. Cedar St., Seguin, He was involved in the community, as a longtime Texas, 78155 or the charity of your choice. member and president of the Seguin Rotary Club You are invited to sign the guest book at www. from 1986-87. treshewell.com. He was also elected to serve on the Seguin ISD school board. In addition, being involved in both of his son’s Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830school activities was very important to him. 549-5912. Hunt and Ann shared a love of camping and RVing. They first made the rounds in a popup camper and in retirement moved up to bigger trailers and RVs to Jackie “Jack” Stafford died tour the country, taking the family to football games December 20,2020 at the and baseball stadiums. They conquered all of the Big age of 69 and is survived by 12 stadiums and 26 of 30 MLB stadiums. He rarely his wife, Georgia Stafford. missed a Houston Astros game on TV. A memorial service, for Jack Stafford, will be held at a Hunt and Ann both enjoyed taking their children, later date. Survivors include daughters-in-law and grandchildren to Disney World his wife, Georgia Gay and numerous other memorable family trips. He also Stafford; daughter, Jennifer loved family dinners, get togethers, and outings with Runnels; step-daughter, his growing family. There would be an occasional Crystal Whisnat and step-son, stop at a casino for Hunt to play some cards. Hunt enjoyed reading and was always in the middle of a Richard Davis. The services are under the direction of Eunice and Lee Mortuary. thriller novel.
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Funeral Services For Kenneth Sorrell will be held Saturday, January 2nd, 2021 at 11:00 AM from Hunt loved the game of golf and played throughout Arrangements are by Eunice and Lee Mortuary! See More OBITS page 11 his life. Whether as a member of the SHS golf team,
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Reneau Donald Wayne Reneau, age 80, of San Antonio, Texas, passed away on December 21, 2020, with his wife and children by his side. He was born on December 18, 1940 in Guadalupe County, Texas, to Elmer Moore Reneau and Lucille Phillips Reneau. Don grew up on farms south of Seguin, where he developed a strong work ethic and attended 2 and 3-room schools. After graduating from La Vernia High School at age 17, he moved to San Antonio to attend bookkeeping school. Later while working as a shipping clerk and serving in the U.S. Army Reserves, Donald enrolled in night classes at San Antonio College. On a rare evening out, he met the love of his life, Carolyn, on the dance floor of Gruene Hall. They married, bought a house, and had two children. Donald ultimately graduated from St. Mary’s University with a degree in accounting at age 27, eight years after starting night school. Don worked in public accounting, serving as Comptroller for real estate developer Quincy Lee and then as President and part owner of RC Management, Inc., A position he held until retiring at age 79. He was active in several trade associations, serving twice as President of the San Antonio Apartment Association, as an officer of the Texas Apartment Association, a board member of the National Apartment Association, and President of the Institute for Real Estate Management. Don was a lifelong Dallas Cowboys fan, enjoyed Spurs games, and found himself a sudden fan of Texas A&M when his kids became Aggies. He loved shopping at Sam’s Club, was annoyingly good at Trivial Pursuit, and thought Die Hard was the best action movie of all time.
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He jogged every morning until a fall from a ladder forced him to take up walking instead. Don was a staple in his neighborhood, known for rising each morning at 4am to walk seven miles with a large coffee thermos in hand, an activity he continued right up until the day of his stroke. Most important to Don was his family, who loved and admired his wit, patience, and kindness. He possessed a wry sense of humor and could instantly deliver funny comments with a twinkle in his eye. Papa Don’s grandkids, ages 7 to 25, appreciated his generosity with time. Whether participating in school sessions, supporting the Down Syndrome Association of South Texas, attending sporting events, or teaching them to feed the deer who inhabited their backyard, his grandkids knew Don as a truly good man who always put others before himself. Donald is survived by his loving wife of almost 56 years, Carolyn Kutil Reneau; daughter Ginger Reneau Lambert (James); son Jason Reneau (Holly); grandchildren Rachel Lambert, John Lambert, Avery Lambert, Luke Reneau, and Chloe Reneau; brother Elmer Ray Reneau; sisters Bessie Martin, Vera Clemings, and Sharon Tanneberger; as well as numerous brother- and sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and friends. Donald is preceded in death by his parents and his sister Pat Stolinski.
life, William G. (Sony) Denyer, Jr. in 1946. Together she and Sony worked side by side at the Corpus Christi Depot where they retired in 1983. Vera is preceded in death by her husband Sony, her parents, brothers, Jesse, Houston, Arthur (Art), Henry, and Harold Taylor and sister, Lottie Hominick. Survivors include her daughter, Irys Hicklin and husband LTC William Hicklin, USA (Ret.); Grandchildren who loved and knew her as “Mimi”, Lori Hicklin, Robin Caddy and husband Lyle and William Denyer Hicklin; great-grandchildren, Leigh Anne Hicklin, Denyer Caddy and Sidney Hicklin; honorary grandchildren, Tracy Hicklin and Johnny Bill Hicklin; sister-in-law, Mary Taylor; one of the favorite aunts and beloved by all, she is survived by many nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends. Private family graveside services and interment will be held on Thursday, December 31, 2020 at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with the Rev. Donald Ofsdahl officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Shriner’s Hospitals for Children, Office of Development 2900 Rocky Point Drive, Tampa, FL 33607, the Guadalupe County Humane Society, P. O. Box 1593, Seguin Texas 78155-1593, or to Memorials Processing, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St Jude Place, Memphis TN 38105-9959.
Private graveside services will be held with a memorial service to follow at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice.
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Denyer Vera Irene Denyer, age 96 of Seguin, passed away on December 19, 2020. Vera was born on December 23, 1923 in Coleman, Texas to Ruby E. (Cozart) and John Lloyd Taylor. She married the love of her
Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830549-5912. Kenneth Sorrell died recently at the age of 68. The body will lie in state from 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday, January 2, 20221 at the church. Interment will follow at the Marion Cemetery. Survivors include brothers, Greg and Chris Christian. The services are under the direction of Eunice and Lee Mortuary.
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United Way Applications
The Guadalupe County United Way will begin accepting new applications for organizations seeking funding for years 2022-2023 beginning January 2021. For more information on the funding application process, contact Executive Director, Mary Hargrave at 830-372-9009 or info @guadalupeunitedway.org.
Mega Food Distribution
GRMC is partnering with The City of Seguin and the New Braunfels Food Bank to provide a Mega Food Distribution from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 7 at the Seguin Coliseum parking lot, located at 950 S. Austin St. Anyone in the community who needs food can register for the distribution at https://nbfoodbank.org/cvrosponse/getfood/ or call 830-327-6000. To volunteer call 830-327-6000, or register online at https://www.signupgenius.com/ go/10C0F4FAEA62EAAFC1-food6.
Christmas Tree Collection in City of Seguin
Residents wanting to dispose of their live Christmas trees in the City of Seguin can simply place them at the curb with their garbage or on their designated Monday morning as part of the City’s brush collection rotation. Stands, lights, ornaments, and other decorations must be removed, and the tree must be cut in half before it will be collected. Brush collection dates in your zone can be found at www.seguintexas. gov by clicking on the Public Works page - Brush link. For more information call 830-401-2416.
Heritage Museum Calendars
The Heritage Museum is selling 2021 calendars for
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$10 featuring historical buildings and information about Seguin. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, the Aumont, the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce and Parker’s City Pharmacy.
City Event and Reservation Cancellations
As a result of rising COVID-19 cases in Seguin and Guadalupe County, the City of Seguin has canceled all events held on City property, through Feb. 1, 2021. This includes bookings at the Seguin Events Complex and the Fairground facilities. Customers will receive full refunds for all facility bookings impacted by this public health emergency.
Seguin Chamber Centennial Celebration
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Centennial Celebration, “History Has Its Eyes On You,” from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 12 via Zoom. The virtual Annual Meeting and Chamber Centennial will feature Chet Garner, the host of the PBS Texas travel show, The Day Tripper. To register for the Zoom webinar link call 830-379-6382 or email morgan@seguinchamber.com.
Seguin Field of Honor 2021 BBQ Fundraiser
There will be a Seguin Field of Honor 2021 BBQ Fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 16 at the American Legion Post 245, located at 618 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. Tickets are $10 and include 1/2 chicken, cowboy potatoes, beans, and trimmings. Proceeds benefit the SS American Memorial. For tickets and more information call 830-243-2872.
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RAPPS Individual Sessions
The Rural Area Parenting Program Services (RAPPS) will be providing Anger Management, Protective Parenting, Basic Parenting, Co-Parenting (Divorce), and Tobacco Awareness classes online through ZOOM. RAPPS classes are accepted by the Judicial System. To register or for or more information call 830-303-9225, email Seguinrapps@gmail.com, or visit seguinrappsorg.org.
Free Hazardous Waste Pick-Up
The City of Seguin was awarded an Alamo Area Council of Governments Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program grant and is offering residents who live in the city limits an opportunity to participate in the At Your Door Special Collection Program. Items accepted include pesticides, household chemicals, sharps, electronic waste, including televisions, batteries, fluorescent lights, automotive waste products (including oil), paints, thinners, and dozens of other items that don’t belong with your recyclables or regular curbside waste pickup. For a complete list of accepted items, or to arrange a collection, call 1-800-449-7587, or visit wmatyourdoor.com/residential. Collection times may vary. To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: community-calendar@kwed1580.com, fax 379-2238, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.
To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax 379-2238, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.
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The Country Church Attic
The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.
Clothing Ministry
The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further information call 830-303-6478.
Free Bible Course
The World Bible School is offering free Bible correspondence courses. Answer questions from the Bible and send in for grading. Visit studygod.info for further information.
To be sure your religious organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580. com, fax (830) 379-2238, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED office located at 609 E. Court St., Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.
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