Jan. 13, 2025
MLK celebrations begin later this week in Seguin
Darren Dunn
(Seguin) -- The Seguin Martin Luther King Jr. Planning Committee is encouraging the community to participate in its five-day salute to an American hero.
This year’s MLK event schedule includes events that will b held on Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday this week. The event will carry-over into next Monday, January 20, which is the official federal holiday honoring Dr. King.
MLK Committee
Member Regina Lee says Seguin continues to host one of the largest MLK celebrations in the state. She says part of the success of the event is that it is priced right for everyone.
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Guadalupe County lifts burn ban
(Seguin) -- The recent rains have led to the lifting of the burn ban in Guadalupe County.
Patrick Pinder, Guadalupe County Emergency Management Coordinator and Fire Marshal, says the burn ban was temporarily lifted on Saturday morning and it will remain off through Monday, January 20.
Pinder says during this temporary lifting of the burn ban -- burn permits will not be required. However, he says that all burn rules will still apply. That list includes:
• Do not leave the fire unattended; If you must
MLK, continued.
“Well, the first course of action being favored is because it’s F-R-E-E, and who doesn’t love free? When was the last time you went to the grocery store or put gas in the car? So, anything that’s free and that brings us together (is a good thing). Seguin is a loving community. My mother actually grew up here. She would have been 102 this year. Her topics to us were that
people always got along here. Of course, we had our spits and spats here, but we truly got along...it has always been a positive community,” said Lee.
All of the events are free, with the exception of next Saturday’s MLK Banquet at the Seguin Coliseum. Those tickets can be purchased online by visiting the MLK Planning Committee’s Facebook page. You can also find a list of all of the activities on our website, seguintoday.com.
leave, fully extinguish the fire by dousing with water or covering with dirt
• Wind speeds must be above 6 mph and below 23 mph
• Have a water source that reaches the area of the fire
• Only burn during daylight hours
Pinder says when in doubt, contact the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office to determine if it is safe to burn or not.
Commissioners Court considers leadership training program
(Seguin) -- The Guadalupe County Commissioners Court used its first meeting of the new year to discuss a training program that might help the court become more effective leaders.
The court recently heard a presentation from professional development firm, Davis Success Solutions. The company has offered leadership training to a number of businesses and municipal governments over the years.
Roy and Mary Anne Davis made the presentation to the court during last Tuesday's meeting. Roy Davis says they believe their training program can help the court work together.
“I know individually each of you have the talents and experience and professionalism to accomplish a lot of things. But what you can do individually is only so much. What you can do collectively is what this court and this county want you guys to see accomplished. That's really what we come in and do. We do it by using some simple principles and models -- not that we developed, but that have been kind of standards in the business world and in the municipality world about how to conduct and be an effective team,” said Roy Davis.
The court asked a number of questions about company's other clients. Mary Anne Davis says they worked with the city of Dallas for years. She says it didn't take long for the training program to begin to start to make a difference for the leadership team there in Dallas.
“We got in there years ago and went in through code compliance. We went in with a leadership team, that really was struggling, and they had very, very low engagement scores in the city under code compliance. We came and we worked closely with them. We were brought in by mayor's office. It caught on so much so that the management program that we're proposing to you for two days -- they ended up putting all the code compliance managers through it. It was remarkable. Somebody who was ready to retire because they just had enough, at the end of the two days -- they said ‘okay, I’m giving it one more shot,’” said Mary Anne Davis.
Precinct 3 Commissioner Michael Carpenter told the court he could vouch for the effectiveness of the leadership program.
Carpenter says he got to experience it firsthand when he was the mayor of the city of Schertz. He says he was initially surprised by how big a difference the training made for the city.
“I will tell you that what we did in Schertz changed the organization forever, for the positive. I was skeptical. I came into the room the first day and I thought, ‘oh my gosh, what are we doing here? Why did my city manager decide that we needed to do this? I’m not sure this is
going to work for anything at all.’ I was quite taken aback at the end of two days, as to where the organization had already gotten, and it truly changed the organization,” said Carpenter.
County government can often be even more challenging than the operation of municipal governments. That's partially because so many of county departments are headed up by elected officials, who effectively have total control of their operation. But it's the commissioners court that hold the purse strings for it all, and that can sometimes lead to additional challenges.
County Judge Kyle Kutscher says going through a training like this might prove to be a benefit to everyone.
“It sounds like a training like this would be beneficial for us to understand each other's expectations, leadership style, the way we communicate, and what some of the issues may be. If nothing else, at the very least, it could be a good bonding time for us. We don't get to talk to each other, except in this room during court. We can have discussions individually with a single court member, but we can't run around and talk to anybody else past that about that same item. So, it becomes very challenging,” said Kutscher.
The company is offering a two-day leadership training program for the commissioners court. The costs would be approximately $18,000 and includes all of the necessary training materials.
The court did not take action on whether or not to move forward with the training, but the consensus seemed to be that it could be beneficial not only for the court, but also for other department heads. That would potentially include elected and appointed leaders within the county.
The company said it would wait to hear back from the court. The item would have to be placed back on the agenda, for approval, if the court decides to take on this leadership training initiative.
Darren Dunn
High school basketball: Marion’s Riley sends game to overtime with buzzer beating three but Bulldogs fall in overtime
Chris Austin
(Marion) -- Jaiden Riley sent the Marion High School Gym into a frenzy with a game-tying three pointer at the end of regulation, but the Marion Bulldogs would come up short in overtime in a 63-56 defeat to Class 4A 10th-ranked San Antonio Cole on Friday night.
With 1.5 seconds left in the fourth quarter and Marion down 49-46, Jackson Missildine fired an inbound pass from the Marion baseline across the court to Riley who made a leaping grab at the top of the key and then turned and launched a shot in the air that found the bottom of the net as the horn sounded. The reaction from the crowd was deafening as Riley was mobbed by his teammates for sending the game into the extra session.
From there, the Bulldogs ran out of gas and couldn’t complete the comeback as the Cougars outscored Marion 14-7 in the four minute overtime period to win the District 27-3A opener for both teams. The game was a back-and-forth affair as neither team reached a double digit lead throughout the contest. Cole had one-point leads at the end of each of the first three quarters.
Riley finished the night with 16 points. Travis Randle dropped in a team-high 17 and Braeden Fleming added 10 for the Bulldogs. Marion will host Randolph on Tuesday in their second district game of the season.
(Marion) -- Earlier in the day, the Cole Lady Cougars took down the Lady Bulldogs 41-32.
The loss by the Marion girls dropped their district mark to 1-1 while Cole improved to 3-0. Whitley Wiatrek paced the Lady Bulldogs with 12 points. The Lady Bulldogs will next host the Randolph Lady Ro-Hawks this coming Tuesday.
(San Antonio) -- On the boys side in District 27-5A, the Seguin Matadors improved their district record to 6-2 with a 78-56 road victory over San Antonio Brackenridge on Friday night.
Corey Dailey led the Mats on the score sheet with 23 points. Lane Seidenberger also reached double figures with 14 points. Seguin will host Sam Houston this coming Tuesday night.
(Seguin) -- Meanwhile, the Seguin Lady Matadors were edged 47-45 by the Brackenridge Lady Eagles Friday night at Seguin High School.
Jazlyn Gil had 15 points for Seguin while Faith Franklin poured in 12. Seguin will be at Sam Houston on Tuesday.
(Comal County) -- The Navarro Runnin’ Lady Panthers fell on the road to Class 4A 25th-ranked Davenport, 49-30 in District 264A play on Friday evening.
Tegan Harborth led the Lady Panthers with 11 points. The Lady Panthers will host Canyon Lake on Tuesday.
(Geronimo) -- And the Navarro Panther boys fell 61-31 to the 18th-ranked Davenport boys in their district opener on Friday night.
Navarro will look to rebound and even their district record when they play at Canyon Lake on Tuesday.
Harwell
Suzanne (Sue) Blessing Harwell, age 88 of Seguin, passed away on January 9, 2025.
Suzanne was born in Niagra Falls, New York on January 16, 1936 to Alfreda Mae (Baum) and Paul Christopher Blessing.
Sue was 1954 graduate of LaSalle High School in Niagra Falls, New York. She attended the University of Buffalo in Buffalo, New York. She then was employed at Bell Aircraft Corporation in Buffalo, New York as a technical designer and produced drawings for the X1 Missile Handbook.
She moved to Corpus Christi, Texas in 1968, with her then United States Navy husband and three children. After their divorce, she and the children remained in Corpus Christi. There, she met her husband-to-be, Chunkie. They married in 1975 and spent many happy years together. They moved to Seguin in 2005 and were members of Faith Lutheran Church.
She was a proud member of the Texas Society of Sculptures. She sculpted a life size Prisoner of War to display in Sherrill Park in Corpus Christi, Texas in 1972. Sue also designed stained glass at Olszewski Stained Glass Studio
in Corpus Christi, Texas, making many Stained Glass windows for churches and businesses throughout the Coastal Bend Area. She traveled the State of Texas for many years attending art shows. In addition, Sue will always be remembered for her love of horses.
She is preceded in death by her parents, grandson, Jason Corby, and brother, Frederick P. Blessing and his wife Jean.
Survivors include her loving husband, Loal E. (Chunkie) Harwell; children, Lynn Ellen Corby and husband Kenny, Dianne Levy and husband George, and Brett Andrew Braunschweiger; grandchildren, Liza Wolfe and husband Bryan, Brandy Hammill and husband Andrew, Travis Glass and wife April, Barbara Sullivan, and Amanda Couples; nine great-grandchildren and five step-great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.
Visitation will begin on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Seguin, followed by funeral service at 2 p.m. with the Reverend Daniel Cave officiating. A reception will follow. Private interment will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Guadalupe County Humane Society, P. O. Box 1593-1593. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
VITAL STATISTICS
Brannies
Catherine “Cathy” Engbrock Brannies was born on November 10, 1940. She went home to Heaven on January 8, 2025 at the age of 84, to join her family and friends who had gone before her.
Cathy was raised in Seguin by her loving parents, Robert Lee “Obie” and Irene “Mimi” Engbrock and enjoyed a wonderful early life with her loving, little sister Sue Ann. She attended St. James school grades 1 - 8 where she developed a life long love for books, and went on to spend a wonderful life of “escape” into thousands of books.
She graduated from Seguin High School in 1958 and obtained her Registered Nursing Diploma from Seton Nursing School in Austin and then she spent a lifetime caring for others. She started her career as a surgical nurse at M.D. Anderson in Houston before returning to Seguin where she worked for a short time at Guadalupe Valley Hospital. She then went on to work at The Medical Center for a group of physicians for 20 years, and then for the next 20 years she was the Nurse at Seguin High School where she not only cared for the students, but also the staff.
After her retirement, Cathy enjoyed traveling with her Supper Club, who were lifelong friends. Along with the Heinemeyer’s, Vetter’s, Ellis’s, and See’s she enjoyed many vacations to beautiful Caribbean Islands. With her friend, Marge Squires, she went on trips all over the world, including Alaska, Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and the Great Wall of China. She also enjoyed the simple family trips to Rockport. For the last few years when Cathy couldn’t leave home, her lifelong friend Judy Johnson Hyatt and a new friend Mickey Peoples, visited regularly and brought her much joy.
Cathy was a kind and compassionate nurse and friend who went out of her way to lend a helping hand to those in need. “Sweet” was the most often used word to describe her. She was a lifelong member of St. James Catholic Church as well as a proud alum and supporter of St. James School. She was also an active member in the Service Organization, Beta Sigma Phi.
SawyerSGM Frank Charles Sawyer, Jr., USA (ret), age 88 of Seguin, TX, passed away on December 25, 2024. Frank was born on August 26, 1936 in Willimantic, Connecticut to Marie Luciene (Pepin) and Frank C. Sawyer, Sr.
Frank graduated from Windham High School in 1954. He served in the United States Army for 24 years with a rank of SGM. His military awards were the Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, and the Armed Forces Expedition Medal.
Frank served in Okinawa Japan, Korea, Italy, New Jersey, Pennsylvania,
Cathy is preceded in death by her parents Robert Lee and Irene Engbrock as well as many aunts and uncles.
Survivors include the Father of her two daughters, Ken Brannies; daughters, Kendra Brannies Gibbs (Jeffrey), and Gina Brannies Moore (Tyler); sister, Sue Ann Engbrock Woytek Balusek; nieces, Margie Woytek Maxwell (Jim), Rebecca Woytek, Jennifer Woytek Nagel (Tom), nephew, Jonathan Woytek (Patricia), as well as numerous great nephews and many cherished friends.
Visitation will begin on Friday, January 17, 2025 at 10 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 10:30 a.m. and the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. with the Reverend Canon Stanislaw Fiuk officiating. A reception will follow in the St. James Parish Hall.
Private interment will be held in the family plot at St. James Catholic Church Cemetery.
The family would like to thank the two most amazing caretakers that have become a part of our family. Mona Pantoja and Sylvia Almaguer cared for our Mother with more love and kindness than you can imagine. Because of these two ladies our Mother’s last several years were filled with happiness and light. Mona and Sylvia called her “Sweet Cathy” and told her she had beautiful sparkling eyes, and they kept a smile on her face to the very end.
The family would also like to thank GRMC Hospice including Dr. Charles Nolan and his assistant Kay Lynn Hawkins, hospice nurses Cat Smith, Linda Hall and Sara Vogel, Social Worker Carmen Anderson, and Chaplain Emmanuel Carpenter for their excellent care and support.
The family would also like to thank Maritza Miller, the Eucharistic Minister from St. James for bringing weekly communion, but also for bringing so much laughter, joy and friendship into Cathy’s life.
In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to St. James Catholic School, 507 S. Camp St., Seguin, Texas, 78155, the Muscular Dystrophy Association, WEB PO Box 7410354, Chicago, IL 60674-0354 or Guadalupe Regional Medical Center Hospice Services, 1215 E. Court St., Seguin, Texas, 78155.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Virginia, Washington D.C., and Texas.
Frank is preceded in death by his loving wife of 53 years, Gaile Mary Sawyer, his parents, and sister Shirley Landon of Chaplin, CT.
Survivors include his son, Nelson Sawyer and his wife Suzanne of Colorado Springs, CO; daughter, Norma Engelmann and husband Douglas of Lufkin, TX; grandchildren, Heidi Engelmann of Seguin, TX, Tiffany Engelmann and husband Fred Booker of San Antonio, TX, Korey Engelmann and wife Kayla of La Vernia, TX, Molly Sawyer, Christopher Sawyer, and Benjamin Sawyer of Colorado Springs, CO and Erin Greszler and husband Brian of the Netherlands; nine great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other loving family members.
Private graveside services and interment with full military honors will be held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at a later date.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Bolin
Amy Katherine Sagebiel Bolin, passed away on December 27, 2024, at the age of 51 in Seguin, Texas. Beautiful Amy was born on April 30, 1973, in Seguin, to parents James E. Sagebiel and Janet Whitmire Sagebiel.
Amy graduated from Rockdale in the summer of 1991 and then went on to Bauder Fashion College in Dallas. Amy started her career with Sally beauty Supply and rose up ranks. She eventually changes gear and went on to help her Husband’s company with a title of CFO at stay-at-Home Domestic Goddess and CFO of Technovation Security Control Systems.
Amy’s true love was taking care of others. In the years 2019, 2020 and 2021, I had the opportunity to watch Amy Nurture and love our Grandkids in the first years of their lives. The joy and love for these kids was so amazing. The bond they had was inseparable. Also, there was not a stray cat or dog in
the neighborhood she would not be fed and loved on. People that knew Amy loved her free spirit, and she was a magnet for people. Whether it was talking about life, love or football, she could hold her own in any conversation.
Amy is survived by her loving husband of 26 years, Michael J. Bolin of Seguin, TX, father James Sagebiel and wife Judy of Seguin, Tx, mother Janet Whitmire Anderson of Austin, TX, her son Dylan Hest and wife Emily of Oklahoma City, OK, her sister Kerry Sagebiel of Houston, TX, and brother James Christopher Sagebiel and wife Elizabeth of Austin TX; nephew Jameson and niece Lilirose Sagebiel. Beloved Stepsons Chandler T. Bolin, Chaaz M. Bolin and wife Jessica, grandkids Beckett Reign and Everett Layne Bolin.
A private service will be held at a later date.
A celebration of life will be held in Rockdale in the Spring of 2025 (date pending). All friends and family are welcome to attend. The coordination will be through Mother (Janet Anderson) and Husband (Michael Bolin).
“We will always carry your memory in our hearts”
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
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More Than 15K Doctors Urge Senate To Reject RFK Jr. As HHS Secretary
(Washington, DC) -- Thousands of doctors are urging senators to vote against the confirmation of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as secretary of health and human services. More than 15-thousand doctors signed a letter to the lawmakers saying the health and well-being of 336-million Americans depend on leadership that prioritizes science and evidence-based medicine. The letter goes on to read that RFK Jr. is not only unqualified to lead HHS -- he is actively dangerous. The letter has been posted online by a physicians advocacy group. The doctors call President-elect Trump’s choice for the post a slap in the face to every health care professional who has spent their lives working to protect patients from preventable illness and death.
U.S. Warns About Buying Drugs From Illegally-Run Online Pharmacies
(Washington, DC) -- The U.S. is warning of dangerous or ineffective drugs from illegally-run online pharmacies. A report from the office of the U.S. Trade Representative showed that 19 countries raised concern about possibly counterfeit or pirated drugs. Ambassador Katherine Tai said in a statement that it’s a “shared global concern” and urged allies to join in the fight against counterfeit and pirated products.
NYC Mayor Call For Action Plan For Mentally Ill Homeless
(New York, NY) -- The centerpiece of New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ State of the City address on Thursday is an action plan to help the mentally ill homeless in the city. Adams says the city will invest 650-million-dollars to expand support for unhoused New Yorkers who are living on the subways. This after recent horrifying incidents in which a woman was torched to death on a Brooklyn “F” train and three people were stabbed to death in Manhattan in separate incidents. The Mayor says the new facility will attempt to break the cycle in which unstable people are brought to emergency rooms, stabilized and then released.
RI Governor Rejects Emergency Declaration For Homelessness
(Providence, RI) -- Governor Dan McKee is rejecting calls from advocates to declare homelessness a public health emergency. He says such a declaration would not solve the complex problem of homelessness. The governor argues the state must look at long-term solutions. However, advocates warn that government inaction will cause deaths, especially during the current stretch of extremely cold weather.
January
First Friday Feast
The Geronimo Lions Club’s First Friday Feast Has been Postponed until February 7th from 5:50PM-7:30PM or until they out!
Annual KC Basketball Free Throw Competition
Archbishop Patricio Flores Knights of Columbus Council 16748 will be hosting the annual KC Basketball Free Throw Competition at 9am on Saturday, January 11th at St. James Catholic Church Gymnasium. Regristration begins at 8am. The event is open to boys and girls between the ages of 9-14. Registration is free nd a copy of the original birth certificate is required. Contact Alejandro Guerra at 830-822-2765 or Jesus Moreno at 830-624-9869.
Native Plant Society Guadalupe Chapter Meeting
Date: Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Time: Social time and plant/seed exchange at 6:30 PM, program begins at 7:00 PM
Location: First Presbyterian Church, 1121 E. Walnut Street, Seguin, Texas (Parking in the rear, enter from N. Moss Street) The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society invites the community to its monthly meeting. This month’s program will feature Jane Tillman from Austin, presenting via Zoom on the topic “Plants that are Good for Birds in Our Area.” Meetings are open to the public, and visitors are welcome. For more information, visit https://npsot.org/ wp/guadalupe/.
Analogous Color Theory Workshop
An introduction to analogous color theory using watercolors will be taught at Seguin Art League on January 29 from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. Students will be painting yellow flowers in a cobalt blue pot in an Impressionism style. 18 and older. Limit of 10 students. $35 with supplies included as needed. For more information call 830305-0472 or come by the gallery at 104 S. Austin.
Guadalupe County Republican Women Meeting
Date: Thursday, January 23, 2025
Time: Seated lunch at 11:30 AM
Location: Seguin Silver Center, 510 East Court Street, Seguin Join the Guadalupe County Republican Women for their first meeting of the new year, featuring speaker Luke Macias, a Texas-based political consultant known for working with the most conservative public servants across the state. Macias has been recognized as one of the most valuable consultants in Texas by Capitol Inside.
Cost for Lunch: $15.00 (Reservation required)
Program: Free to attend
Reservations for lunch can be made by contacting Glenda Partain at 830.391.3979 (call or text) or by emailing silvercenter@ sbcglobal.net. Payment accepted by cash or check.
For more information, visit https://www. guadalupe-county-rw.com.
Contact Information:
Tamara Berger: 512.201.5848
Anne Costas: 830.433.1038
Guadalupe County Republican Women ~ P.O. Box 176 ~ Seguin, TX 78156
Don’t miss this timely and informative program!
February
Chamber 2025 Showcase Seguin: Wild West Business Round-Up
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its 2025 Showcase Seguin Wild West Business Round-Up from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Registration is required for all attendees. Register by Friday, Jan. 31 to avoid a $5 entry fee. For more information, call 830379-6382. ]
Texas
Farm Bureau Food Connection Day
The Texas Farm Bureau will host “Food Connection Day” from 11:30AM - 1PM on February 14th. @ 325 S. Texas HWY 46.
Texas Food Connection Day was established to connect farmers with their consumers and spark conversations about agriculture and food-related issues, including affordability, nutrition, animal welfare, profitability, and productivity. For more information, contact the Guadalupe County Farm Bureau office at 830-37-4456 or stop by the office located at 325 S State HWY 46.
Valentine Cookie Decorating Class
Valentine Cookie Decorating Class will be held February 14 from 5:30 to 6:30 at the Seguin Art League. Want to find something different to do for Valentine’s? How about cookie decorating! This class would be a great start to a date night evening with someone special, a significant other, or even best friend! And, the best part? You’ll have a great time, come away with some delicious cookies decorated by you to enjoy, and decorating skills you can apply for a lifetime! 18 and older; limited to 10 people; $25 single or $40 a couple with supplies included. For more information call 830-305-0472 or come by 104 S. Austin.
Jury Day for the Seguin Art League
Jury Day for the Seguin Art League will be February 15. Artwork should be presented between 10 a.m. and 12 noon. The prospectus is available on the website seguinartleague.com or may be picked up at the gallery at 104 S. Austin. This jury process enables the accepted artist to display in the gallery and serve as a gallery docent. For more information call 830-305-0472.
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Puttin On the Ritz, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Brauntex Theatre in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony. org.
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Brown Cultural Event Series – Elizabeth Smart
The TLU Jessie S. and Jack Harold Upton Brown Cultural Enrichment Fund will present Elizabeth Smart at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. Elizabeth Smart is a victim of one of the most followed child abduction cases of our time and has become a beacon of hope and an advocate for change related to child abduction and recovery programs. Smart, now a bestselling author, will speak about her experience and recovery.
March
Brown Cultural Event Series – The Second City 65th Anniversary
The TLU Jessie S. and Jack Harold Upton Brown Cultural Enrichment Fund will present The Second City 65th Anniversary Show at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. There will be handpicked songs, sketches, and characters written by Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Bill Murray, Keegan Michael Key, Eugene Levy, and other star-studded alumni of The Second City. The show celebrates the comedy troupe’s history with favorite material from their stages over the years.
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Bond and Beyond, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 30 at the New Braunfels Civic and Convention Center in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
April
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Ode to Joy, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 27 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Ongoing Community Calendar Items
Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ccsct_cares.
Heritage Museum Calendars
The Heritage Museum is selling 2024 Then and Now Themed Calendars. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www. heritagemuseum.net. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.
Volunteer Van Drivers Needed
Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830-303-4188 ext. 1249.
Precious Life Services
Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 830-372-5980.
Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program
The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-956-1155.
Salvation Army Office
The Seguin Unit Salvation Army office is located at 205 North King Street. The office is open to receive requests for assistance weekly from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Volunteers Needed
The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines need volunteers. They promote a healthy, drug-free program and need males, 19 years and up who would like to see the program grow by contributing time to help future citizens, boys and girls 8 to 18. Positions available include computer input, physical fitness training, planning/logistics, and medical. Contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or visit www.gvyoungmarines.org.
La Trinidad Blessing Box - Food Pantry
The La Trinidad United Methodist Church invites you to “Take what you need, Bring what you can, and above all be Blessed!” by its Blessing Box Food Pantry located at the corner of the church at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The Blessing Box is filled with items to help those in need.
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.
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