SDN, Monday, January 23, 2023

City chooses architect for MAJOR renovation of Starcke Park Golf Course

(Seguin) -- The Max Starcke Park Golf Course is slated to eventually undergo a total overhaul. The Seguin City Council has taken another step toward that major renovation plan, which will see the golf course close for months. The council last week agreed to hire Ross Golf Design to handle the architectural designs for the updated course, and to

oversee the construction that will be needed in Starcke Park.

Bruce Allen, general manager of the city’s Starcke Park Golf Course, says this is the next step in the city’s plan to create a first-rate golf course for the community. He says what started as an irrigation improvement project, eventually grew into a much bigger plan for the golf course.

“About a year ago, the council approved $1.5 million of American Rescue Plan Act, ARPA funds for irrigation improvement. With that in mind, we hired the National Golf Foundation to come and do a survey of the golf course to see what else we needed, and they presented their findings to the council in August, and they recommended a tee-to-

green renovation. The first step of that is the architect selection and that’s why we’re here tonight,” said Allen.

Allen says when they started looking at the irrigation work, it immediately became clear that they needed to do much more than that. He says that’s why they are opting for a total overhaul of the entire golf course. Starcke, pg. 3

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Seguin Fire/EMS Department getting ballistic equipment for most dangerous scenarios

(Seguin) -- Active shooter events and other acts of mass violence have made the world a more dangerous place for everyone, including those who respond to calls for help. That, of course, includes law enforcement officials, who may run into a hail of gunfire, but it also includes firefighters and paramedics who are also called out to those scenes. The Seguin Fire/EMS Department is taking some extra steps to try to keep their personnel safe in the very dangerous situations.

Assistant Fire Chief Garrick Herbert recently explained to the Seguin City Council why the fire department was seeking funding to purchase ballistic wear and other supplies to deal with these situations.

“Unfortunately, we find

ourselves facing a lot of new threats these days in the field. A lot of them are things that we wished we didn’t have to deal with. A lot of violent incidents, and I know we all see that on the news on the regular. Currently, our organization does not have a steady supply of ballistic vests and helmets, and those are part of the recommendations for any entry teams on these types of violent incidents. Fire departments, as you know, no longer sit outside and wait for SWAT or anything like that. We go in with police now, so that we can have the greatest survivability profile for the folks that we’re trying to treat. This equipment helps to make sure that we have what we need to keep our

responders safe,” said Herbert.

The council approved a $75,000 budget amendment that will be used to purchase the equipment.

In addition to the purchase of equipment, local first responders are also doing all that they can to prepare for these events. Herbert says the city’s emergency response team is an active participant in the Guadalupe Active Threat Committee.

They also recently participated in a large-scale county wide drill at Seguin High School. He says there are also monthly preparatory meetings and drills conducted, so if there is an act of mass violence in this community, then they are ready to respond appropriately.

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“People ask us about ‘why not just do the irrigation?’ Well, the grass on the front-nine was planted in 1938. Nobody has any idea what that was, other than common (grass). So, there’s not too many golf courses that have grass from 1938. If we just did the irrigation and you wanted to make the course nicer five years later, you’d have to tear up some of that irrigation and start all over. So, it would be better if we just did it all at once,” said Allen.

Allen says they looked at a number of proposals for the design and construction work. He says Ross Golf Design, based in Austin, offered the best overall vision for the course. He says once the design is complete and the construction work is started, the golf course will be closed at that time.

“We would probably start killing all the old grass off in August of 2024, and then start growing new grass in April and May of 2025, and then reopen in October of 2025,” said Allen.

City Manager Steve Parker says this work will make the golf course viable for decades. He says the community deserves to have a first-rate municipal golf course. He says once the work is done Parker says the

city knows there will need to be additional investments made to make sure the golf course is operated the right way.

“There’s a challenge when you have mutated grasses like we do. It’s very hard to come up with a mowing height, the herbicide schedule, (and) watering. You know they’re all different. The results of that (study), it also stood out that we have not given Bruce the adequate things to -- as far as staffing levels comparative to other communities and golf courses – to get that top tier golf course that we all want. If we are going to put our money where our mouth is and to do something really nice and high end, then we’ve got to invest in our own stuff. (This is) stuff that hasn’t been done in 30 years with mutated grasses and all those types of things. The council has been very good over last few years. We’ve updated our equipment, we’ve updated salaries, (and) we’ve added some personnel. We were going to need to add more once this project is finished,” said Parker.

The golf course renovation project will cost approximately $6 million. Now that Ross Golf Design has been hired, that redesign work can begin. Once those plans are finished, the city can decide if it will officially close the course and begin the major construction work that will be a part of that plan.

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Guadalupe County Youth Livestock and Homemakers Show finishes off another successful year. The Seguin Daily News was among those in attendance and managed to capture this year’s spirit and hard work by youth throughout Guadalupe County. Photos courtesy Guadalupe County Youth Livestock Facebook page.

11th Ranked Navarro Lady Panthers FALL to 5th Ranked Fredericksburg

(Geronimo) -- The Fredericksburg Lady Billies used a barrage of three pointers in the first half to build a big half time lead and never looked back in taking down the Navarro Lady Panthers 69-46 in Geronimo on Friday night.

Fredericksburg, the 5th ranked team in the Texas Association of Basketball Coaches Class 4A poll, drained 10 baskets from behind the arc in the first two quarters accounting for 30 of their 44 points in the first half as they took a 23 point lead into the locker room. Lady Billie sophomore Kirsten Hartmann had four three point buckets in the half as Fredericksburg scored 31 points in the 2nd quarter.

Navarro, the 11th ranked team in the coaches poll, had a 9-8 lead late in the 1st quarter but Fredericksburg would go on a 17-0 run near the end of the quarter through the first few minutes of the 2nd period to take control

of the game. The Lady Billies would finish the half outscoring the Lady Panthers 36-13.

The Panthers would draw closer in the third quarter as they outpointed Fredericksburg 18-13 to cut the Lady Billie lead to 57-39, but Fredericksburg would force a couple of Navarro turnovers to start the 4th quarter and go on a quick 6-0 run in the first 90 seconds of the period to push their lead back up to 24 points. The teams would trade baskets and free throws the rest of game.

Senior Tatum Harborth lead Navarro with 20 points, her younger sister sophomore Tegan had 17. Hartmann had 19 points to lead Fredericksburg, her older sister senior Ella chipped in with 13.

The Lady Panthers dropped to 5-3 in District 27-4A while the Lady Billies improved to 7-1. Navarro will next play at San Antonio Davenport on Tuesday.

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VITAL STATISTICS

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Santos D. Menchaca, Sr. of Seguin, Texas was called Home to the Lord on January 14, 2023, at the age of 77 surrounded by his wife, children, and grandchildren. Santos was born July 10, 1945, to Jose and Francisca Menchaca. He married his wife Janie in 1969. Together they had 5 beautiful children.

Santos was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Guadalupe Menchaca, Jose Menchaca, and his daughter-in-law, Jessica Menchaca.

He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Janie Menchaca; daughter Irene Gil (Darius); son Steven Menchaca; son Santos Menchaca, Jr. (Michelle); daughter Sonia Menchaca (Johnathan); and daughter Jennifer Menchaca (Gary). Grandchildren: Trey Menchaca, Nathaniel Menchaca (Delilah), Arianna Menchaca, Kaitlin Menchaca, Maddie Gil, Miriam Urrutia, Caleb Sanchez, Max Flores Jr., Alessandra Sanchez, Gabriel Brady, and Leeandra Mueller (Nathan). He is also survived by his sisters Concha Gonzales and Carmel Mancilla and brothers Adelaido Menchaca, Juan Menchaca Sr., and Jesus Menchaca and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members, and dear friends.

Santos was a devoted and loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. He started his career as a professional floor installer. After retiring from the floor business, he became the family babysitter and chauffer. Although the family joked about “Grandpa’s daycare”, he enjoyed any time he was able to spend with his family, especially taking care of his grandkids. He attended every school function for each of his grandchildren until he was no longer able. His daily ritual included taking the grandkids to school, eating breakfast tacos with his friends, and then going home to sit on the front porch to listen to music. He also enjoyed

watching the Cowboys and Spurs or old western movies. If he wasn’t at home, he and Janie were riding around town in his “daycare” van. No matter what the situation was, he was sure to make you laugh and put a smile on your face. He loved his family unconditionally and they always looked up to and admired him.

Visitation will be held at Palmer Mortuary on Friday, January 20, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a recitation of the Holy Rosary beginning at 7:00 p.m. with Deacon Nick Carrillo officiating. Rosary will be livestreamed here https://www.palmermortuary.com/obituary/Santos-MenchacaSr for those who cannot make it in person to be with the family.

Visitation will continue at Palmer Mortuary on Saturday, January 21, 2023 beginning at 8:30 a.m. and dismissal of the chapel will begin at 9:20 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church with Rev. Canon Stanislaw Fiuk officiating. Interment will follow at San Geronimo Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers will be Steven Menchaca, Santos Menchaca Jr., Trey Menchaca, Nathaniel Menchaca, Juan Menchaca Jr., and Juan Menchaca III.

Honorary pallbearers are Caleb Sanchez, Max Flores Jr., Gabriel Brady, Darius Gil, Johnathan Brady, and Gary Meloccaro.

The family would like to thank Rev. Robert DeLong, Rev. Canon Stanislaw Fiuk, Dr. Thomas Raetzsch, Dr. Sreedevi Daggubati, Dr. Joseph Caravella, and all of the staff at Guadalupe Regional Medical Center for their compassionate care. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Guadalupe Regional Medical Foundation, 1215 E. Court St., Seguin, Texas 78155 or St. James Catholic School, 507 S. Camp St., Seguin, Texas 78155.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

Friedrich “Fritz” Klein, age 96 of Marion, passed away on January 13, 2023. Fritz was born on April 8, 1926 in Mramorak, Yugoslavia to Elisabeth (Kemle) and Johann Klein. After moving to the United States, he proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. He will be remembered as a jack of all trades, working as an H-Vac engineer his entire career for different companies.

In his spare time, Fritz enjoyed polka dancing and fishing. He loved being a “softball grandpa” to his grandchildren and never missed a game or practice.

Fritz is preceded in death by his parents and his sister Krista Klein Coon.

Survivors include his loving wife of 67 years, Alice Zunker Klein; son, John A. Klein and wife Kristen; daughter, Deanna Klein Cotter and husband Gregg Sietsma; grandchildren, John Klein, Jr. and wife Nicole, Erika Ristow and fiancé Stephen Morgan, Amber Cotter and partner Dustin Jones, Neil Klein and Matthew Klein; great-grandchildren, Addison, Karson, Hailey,

Elizabeth, Leo and Jaxon; niece, Dr. Naomi Low; other loving family members and friends.

Visitation will begin on Friday, January 20, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. followed by funeral services at 10:30 a.m. with the Rev. Paul Theiss officiating at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Interment with military honors will follow at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park. Serving as pallbearers will be John Klein, Jr., Neil Klein, Matthew Klein, Stephen Morgan, Dustin Jones, and Delton Ristow.

Fritz will be remembered as the most loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. With a heart of gold, he always went above and beyond in everything he did. His infectious smile and gregarious personality left a mark on every person he came across. He never hesitated to go out of his way to help anyone with anything. He would give you the shirt off his back, the food off his plate, and still ask what else he could do to help or just brighten your day. He will be greatly missed by all.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project, P.O. Box 758516, Topeka, Kansas 66675-8516.

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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Juanita McCallay McWhorter, age 87 of Seguin, Texas passed away on Monday, January 16, 2023. She was born on September 11, 1935 in Three Rivers, Texas. The daughter of Carl and Alice Lee McCallay of Seguin, Texas.

She is preceded in death by her husband, John McWhorter; son, Ricky Harbort; companion, David Hemby; brothers, Donald and Rodney McCallay; parents, Carl and Alice Lee McCallay.

She is survived by her brother, Floyd McCallay; daughter, Laura McFadden; daughter, Sherri Jones and husband Alan; son, Phil Harbort and wife Carrie; son, Chuck McWhorter and partner Mary Jane; daughter-in-law, Susan Harbort. Grandchildren, Keith McFadden and wife Tammy, Kevin McFadden, Travis Jones and wife Chelsea, Dylan Jones, Misty McWhorter and partner Andy, Natalie McWhorter, Cheyenne Terry and husband Kyle, Ryan Harbort, James Harbort and partner Natalie, Abby Harbort and fiancé Stefan

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along with many adored great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.

Juanita was a much beloved Mother, Nana and even Super Nana to many. She loved her family, friends, dog-HEB, flowers, plants and being outside in the sunshine. She will always be remembered as a loving, caring, kind mother and grandmother. The family has many cherished memories of time spent together that are priceless with endless stories they will be able to share with future generations.

A celebration of her life will be held at Palmer Mortuary on Monday, January 23, 2023. The chapel will open at 10:00 a.m. for viewing and the family will begin receiving condolences at 12:00 p.m. The funeral service will begin at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at San Geronimo Cemetery. All services will be officiated by Pastor Marcus Bigott.

The Celebration of Life will be livestreamed at https://www. palmermortuary.com/obituary/Juanita-McWhorter for those who cannot make it in person to be with the family.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

Roscoe Charles Gonzales Jr. 69 years of age passed away Friday January 13, 2023

Survivors include: brother Richard Leon Gonzales and sister/cousin Cheryl Greenwood

A memorial service will be held Saturday January 28th 2023 at 10:30am at Second Baptist Church

Connie Sue McKee Lewis, age 73 of McQueeney, Texas passed away on January 19, 2023. Connie was born on December 10, 1949 in Guadalupe County, Texas to Lois Mae (Sanders) and John Lawrence McKee.

Connie is preceded in death by her parents, her step-mother, Alice McKee and her sister, Marion Nesbit.

Survivors include her loving husband of 50 years, Curtis R. Lewis; step-son, Scott Lewis; brothers, Larry McKee and James McKee; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

Per Connie’s request there are no services planned at this time.

Memorial contributions may be made to Guadalupe Regional 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.

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Beverly Yvonne Vradenburg

French, age 95 of Seguin passed away on January 15, 2023. Beverly was the 5th child born to Clifford & Gertrude (Hutchinson) Vradenburg in Webb City, MO on December 31, 1927. She had 3 older brothers and 1 sister who have all preceded her in death. The family moved to Texas in 1937. She graduated from Edison High School and joined the Cadet Nurse Corps in 1944, and began her nurses training at Medical & Surgical Memorial Hospital in San Antonio, Texas. She graduated in 1947 as a Registered Nurse at the age of 19.

Beverly married Harold (Hud) French August 30, 1947 at Redeemer Lutheran Church, San Antonio, Texas. They lived briefly in California and Oregon but returned to Texas to make their home. They enjoyed 55 years of marriage until Hud’s death in 2002. They were active members of Concordia Lutheran Church for many years. They were blessed with 2 daughters, Randi Fowler (who preceded her in death) and Cindie Kidwell; 4 grandchildrenMichael, Barbara, Lisa (Ron) and Stephen (Autumn); 9 great-grandchildrenJeremy, Stephanie, Allen-Michael, Dylan, Ryan, Kaylee, Savannah, Sawyer and Tate; and 3 great-great-grandchildren- Leland, Brock and Beverly; former son-in-law and friend, Michael Stehling; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends; and her 2 sons-in-law, John Fowler and Kenneth Kidwell (both of whom preceded her in death).

Beverly worked at BAMC in the operating room where she was the Head Nurse of the Cardio-Thoracic Service for many years. She retired from BAMC (the same day Hud retired from the Academy of Health Services) January 1, 1988 after 22 years.

Beverly was an outgoing, loving, Christian person who enjoyed life. She loved traveling, which she did often. Her family was important to her and she spent many happy times with them. She was strong in her faith and knew she was a child of the Lord. Beverly and her daughters moved to Seguin after Hud’s death and she became active at First Baptist Church of Seguin.

Her family asks you to remember these words:

It takes a long time to get used to the loss of a loved one but it is important to remember that when people die, they leave behind something very special- they leave us memories of many things they said and did. And as long as we have memories, the people we love will live on in our hearts and minds.

Private entombment will be held at San Fernando #3 Cemetery Mausoleum in San Antonio. A memorial service celebrating Beverly’s life will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 10 a.m. at First Baptist Church in Seguin with the Rev. Dr. Brice Mandaville officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 1314 E. Cedar, 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.

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Phone: (830) 379-9308

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Healthcare Diminishes

(Washington, DC) -- Less than half of Americans have a favorable view of the U.S. healthcare system. A new Gallup survey shows just 48-percent of respondents said the system is excellent or good. It’s the first time since 2001 less than half of Americans were complimentary of the quality of U.S. healthcare. The slight majority now rates U.S. healthcare as subpar, including 31-percent who say it’s fair and 21-percent who describe it as “poor.”

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Young Pennsylvanian Is “Sickest Man In Ireland”

(Harrisburg, PA) -- A 21-year-old Pennsylvania man who went to Ireland for Christmas with his family is now fighting for his life in an Irish hospital. Sandra Small of Levittown tells the Morning Call dot com her son Matt has been stricken with several kinds of viral infections that have crashed his immune system. His doctor told his mother the young graphic designer has been listed “as the sickest person in Ireland” as they continue to find ways to treat him. He can’t be flown home because his medical team says it’d be too risky. A neighbor has launched a GoFundMe page seeking 50-thousand dollars for his family’s expenses and Matt’s care while he remains in a Dublin ICU unit.

Study: Spice Jars Germiest Spot In Kitchen

(Washington, DC) -- A new study finds the biggest germ-collector in the kitchen is the space rack. Agriculture Department researchers examined how people preparing turkey burgers cross-contaminated various kitchen surfaces. They found that spice jars used in preparing the meal were far and away the germiest things, with 48-percent harboring bacteria from the turkey. Study authors say that while people might know it’s important to clean cutting boards and wipe down handles, they probably don’t think about what their hands deposit on the spice jars.

Another Denver-Area Library Will Close Due To Meth Contamination

(Littleton, CO) -- Another Denver-area public library is being closed for a good cleaning after high levels of meth contamination were found in its restrooms. The City of Littleton announced the closure of Bemis Public Library yesterday. Officials said the closure was being done as a precaution, though library staffers haven’t seen evidence of drug use in the building. More testing will be done in other areas of the library during the closure. Libraries in Boulder and Englewood have also closed over the last month so that areas contaminated by meth could be cleaned.

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Jury Cancellation Notice

The County Court at Law #2 Jury scheduled for 9 a.m. Monday, Jan. 23 has been canceled. Jurors do not need to show up at the Guadalupe County Justice Center. For questions, call 830-3038861.

Republican Women Luncheon

The Guadalupe County Republican Women will have its January Monthly Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Jan. 26 at the Seguin Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The program will James Barnes from Liberty For the Kids. The program is free, lunch is $15 with reservation made by Monday, Jan. 23 by calling 830-3913979 or caddobigred@yahoo.com. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com.

SH 46 From I-35 to I-10 Virtual Public Meeting/Open Houses

The Texas Department of Transportation will have a SH 46 From I-35 to I-10 Virtual Public Meeting with in-person Open Houses from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24 at the New Braunfels Civic/Convention Center, located at 375 S. Castell Ave in New Braunfels and from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26 at The Big Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Road in Seguin. Learn more by visiting www. TxDOT.gov and searching keywords “SH 46 from I-35 to I-10.”

AA Meetings

The Seguin Primary Purpose Group of AA will meet at 7 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 315 S. Crockett St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830386-0334.

42 Domino Group

A 42 Domino Group will meet every Thursday from 1 to 4 p.m. at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, located at 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin. If you like Spades, Hearts, or Bridge you are encouraged to join. For more information, call Craig at 210-846-53.

Improv Night at Seguin High School

The Matador Theatre proudly presents “Comedy Night,” starring the SHS Improv Team at 7 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 26 in the Black Box Theatre at Seguin High School. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. with free admission. Donations are kindly accepted.

Chamber General Membership Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its February General Membership Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 1 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The cost of the meal is $20 for members in advance or $25 for non-members and after Friday, Jan. 27. SH 130 will be speaking on the current state of transportation in our area.

Create a Garden Worm Two-Day Class

The Seguin Art League will have a Create a Garden Worm Two-Day Class, for adults 14 or older, from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27 and Friday, Feb. 3 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The class will teach you how to make a garden worm to accessorize your plants and a pinch pot to enjoy your favorite beverage or snack. The class is limited to 10 people and the cost is $40 for both days, with supplies included. For more information call 830-305-0472 or visit the Seguin Art League Tuesdays through Saturdays.

Field of Honor 2023 BBQ Plate Sale

The Field of Honor 2023 will have a BBQ Plate Sale from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, January 28 at the American

Legion Post 245, located at 618 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. Plates are $10 and include BBQ chicken, cowboy potatoes, beans, and the trimmings. Dine-in or pick-up. Bake goods will also be available.

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.

Heritage Museum Calendars

The Heritage Museum is selling 2023 calendars for $10 featuring turn of the century everyday life of kids, social groups, parades, etc. 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. Gift Ornaments of Juan Seguin for only $5 are also available at the Museum. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.

City of Seguin Hosting Blood Drive

The City of Seguin is partnering with the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center to host a Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 31 at the Seguin Coliseum parking lot, located at 950 S. Austin St. Donors will receive a fleece blanket, while supplies last. Appointments can be made online at https://donor.southtexasblood.org/donor/ schedules/drive_schedule/138890. For more information, call Sherry Wine with South Texas Blood & Tissue at 210-668-5914.

First Friday Feast

The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 3 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20 (a child’s hotdog plate is $5). Tickets can be purchased at the door. Entertainment will be provided by Chuck Reininger.

Hillcrest Church Rummage/Garage/Craft Sale

The Hillcrest Church will have a gigantic Rummage/Garage/Craft Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 at the church, located across from Wal-Mart off Hwy. 123 Bypass. Breakfast and lunch will be available.

Seguin Art League Life Drawing Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Life Drawing Class from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 7 at 104 S Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $20 per adult. The class is open to teens through adults. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

SEF Mardi Gras Gala Online Silent Auction Opening

The Seguin Education Foundation will have its Mardi Gras Gala at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23 at the Seguin Coliseum. The event includes live jazz, Cajun food and beverages, and live and silent auctions. Bidding on the silent auction begins Thursday, Feb. 9. Potential bidders and those wishing to purchase tickets or sponsorships can register online at https://tinyurl.com/4zxw86sx. For more information call 830-379-0325 or email kfollis@seguin. k12.tx.us.

Seguin Art League Valentine Card Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Valentine Card Class from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 10 at 104 S Austin St. in Seguin. There will be live music provided by the Michael Hale Trio, featuring Mac Macintosh and dinner provided by Next Door Catering. The cost is $30 per couple (date, friend, or family member). Supplies will be provided. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Food Distribution Event

The Navarro ISD and Guadalupe County have partnered with the San Antonio Food Bank to provide the county with a food distribution event from 9:30 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 11 at the Navarro Intermediate Parking lot, located at 588 Link Road. Volunteers are needed to support this food distribution. To register for the event visits: https:// freshtrak.com/register/event/145052. For more information call the Guadalupe County Emergency Management Office at 830-303-8856.

Sweethearts Scholarship Dinner & Dance

The Seguin Sunrise Rotary will have its Sweethearts Scholarship Dinner & Dance from 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11 at the Big Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Rd. in Seguin. Tickets are $50. Attire for the evening is red, black, and white. For table sponsorship and tickets, call 210-834-1240. For more information visit www.Seguinsunriserotaryclub.com.

Native Plant Society Meeting

The Native Plant Society Guadalupe Chapter will have its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 14 at St. John Lutheran Church, located at FM 465 in Marion. The program will be “Native Plants & Selected Wildlife of Riparian Areas,” with Craig Hensley. There will be a plant/seed exchange and social time beginning at 6:30 p.m. followed by the program. For more information visit http://npsot. org/wp/guadalupe/.

Chamber After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 15 at Harper Hill Ranch, located at 12300 Huber Road.

Hermann Sons Life Seguin Meeting

The Hermann Sons Life Seguin meets every third Wednesday of the month. The social time begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by a meal at 7 p.m. Members are asked to bring a side or dessert.

Seguin Premier Toastmasters

Seguin Premier Toastmasters will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Toastmasters is a place to practice your speech for work or school where friendly people encourage and give tips to help you improve your communication skills. For more information, call Dina at 423-227-9610.

Mid-Texas Symphony

The Mid-Texas Symphony will present, “Classical Masters,” at 4 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 19 at the Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre in New Braunfels. The event features Akiko Fujimoto, conductor, and Andrew Warfield, horn.

No One Left Behind Community Recovery Awareness Event

There will be a No One Left Behind Community Recovery Awareness Event from 4 to 9 p.m. Monday, Feb. 20 in the gym at Hillcrest Church, located at 1440 Eastwood Dr. in Seguin.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

SEF Mardi Gras Gala

The Seguin Education Foundation will have its Mardi Gras Gala at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23 at the Seguin Coliseum. The event includes live jazz, Cajun food and beverages, and live and silent auctions. Potential bidders for the silents auction and those wishing to purchase tickets or sponsorships can register online at https:// tinyurl.com/4zxw86sx or by visiting the SEF Facebook Page for the link. Bidding is currently available. For more information call 830-379-0325 or email kfollis@seguin. k12.tx.us.

Jacob’s Ladder Foundation Cornhole For A Cause

The Jacob’s Ladder Foundation will have its Cornhole For a Cause at noon Saturday, Feb. 25 at the Big Reg Barn, located at 390 Cordova Road. The entry for a two-person team is $40, no subs. No BYOB. There will also be a BBQ brisket plate sale which includes sausage, beans, and potato salad for $12. Tickets are available for $12 and will also be available at the door. For more information contact Oscar Ceniseros at 830-481-3253 or register online at jacobsladderfoundation.org.

Geronimo Lions Meeting

The Geronimo Lions meet at 6:30 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the Big Red Barn on Cordova Road. Breakfast is provided. For more information, call Steven Hughes at 870-949-5003.

15th Annual Elementary & Middle School Art Show

The Seguin Art League will accept entries for its 15th Annual Elementary (grades 1-5) & Middle School (grades 6-8) from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, March 2 at St. Andrew’s McKeogh Hall, located at 201 E. Nolte St. in Seguin. For a prospectus, visit www.seguinartleague.com. The awards reception will held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 4. The winning entries will be displayed at the Seguin Art League’s Henry Moore Gallery from Saturday, March 4 to Saturday, March 18. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 4 at Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Kickball Fundraiser

The Seguin Little League will have a Kickball Fundraiser Saturday, March 4 and Sunday, March 5 at the Seguin Little League Fields. The fee is $25 per individual or $250 per team. There are 12 players per team. Forms will be provided to register at the Seguin Little League Fields.

Swing for Seguin Youth Services Charity Golf Tournament

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Seguin class of 2023 will have its Swing for Seguin Youth Services Charity Golf Tournament at 7 a.m. Thursday, March 9 at the Bandit Golf Course in New Braunfels. The cost for entry is $750 per team of four and includes green fee, cart, range balls, breakfast, lunch, 2 drink tickets, and awards. All proceeds benefit Seguin Youth Services. For information on how to enter or become a sponsor contact the Seguin Chamber of Commerce at 830-379-6382 or visit www.seguinchamber.com.

ALICE Training

The Southwest Preparatory School will be hosting Active

Shooter Response Certification Training (ALICE Training)

from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, March 14 and Wednesday, March 5 at the Main Building, located at 6535 Culebra Rd. in San Antonio. This certification is a 2-day train the trainer class on civilian, active shooter response options to enable you to empower others to survive violence. Attendees will range from law enforcement, local school officials, and area business leaders. For more information, visit www.alicetraining.com. To register, visit https://cvent.me/4Oe7g4?RefId=social.

Mid-Texas Symphony

The Mid-Texas Symphony presents “The Wild West,” at 4 p.m. Sunday, April. 2 in the Performing Arts Center at Canyon High School in New Braunfels. The event features Akiko Fujimoto, conductor.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, April 17 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

Festival For Life

The South Texas Pregnancy Care Center will have its Festival For Life from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 1015 S. Austin St. in Seguin. There will be a rock wall, bouncy castles, dunking booth, live music, dessert auction, and more. There will also be burger tickets available pre-sale or at the door.

Mid-Texas Symphony

The Mid-Texas Symphony will present, “Symphonie Fantastique,” at 4 p.m. Sunday, April. 30 in Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University in Seguin. The event features Akiko Fujimoto, conductor, and John Henry Crawford, cello.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, May 15 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 3 at Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, July 17 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. day, Saturday, Aug. 26 at GRMC Hospital, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 18 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 16 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www. Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. day, Saturday, Nov. 18 at GRMC Hospital, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

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 New 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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