SDN, January 25, 2023

Morales to return to the position of Deputy Superintendent

Navarro ISD launches search for new district leader

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Geronimo) -- The Navarro ISD has chosen to move forward with an official search for its next school superintendent. On Monday, the Navarro ISD Board of Trustees unanimously approved the launch of a superintendent search process. That move comes in response to the district’s other decision to return current Acting Superintendent Luke Morales to his role as Deputy Superintendent.

Navarro Board President Renee Rehfeld says the board just felt it was time that the district move in a new direction.

“The school board took action to open search for superintend. Last summer, we got Mr. Morales as the acting superintendent and

gave him some specific goals and initiatives to work on and at this time, we feel like it’s the best interest of the district of us to move forward with opening a search, to look for experience in the challenges that we are currently facing with the growth, the bond, curriculum and so forth,” said Rehfeld.

Rehfeld says the plan is for

Morales to continue the role of acting superintendent until some assistance is received from the outside.

“For right now, he is still acting superintendent. We also took action to bring in a part-time experienced superintendent that would help Mr. Morales and our goal would be to continue to have him work with the district to continue as the deputy superintendent and we know how valuable he is to not only the Navarro District but also the community and so our goal would be to have this experienced superintentht that only does interim work come in and help with some of the areas where we... Morales, pg. 4

Teen stabbed, 17-year-old male behind bars

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- A 17-year-old male is behind bars after allegedly stabbing a 15-year-old female early Sunday morning. Joshua Ray, chief deputy with the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office, says the incident was reported at approximately 6:30 a.m. in a home located in the 1300 block of FM 467.

Ray said when deputies arrived at the residence, they found the girl with stab wounds to her upper back and shoulder area.

He says the suspect had left the area before deputies arrived. The victim was transported to San Antonio Military Medical Center.

The female was reportedly in stable condition Monday afternoon.

The 17-year-old suspect, identified as Christopher Kain Guerra Jr., was later located by the Seguin Police Department. Guerra was arrested for aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and family violence. He remains behind bars at the Guadalupe County Jail.

Just in time for TAX season

Guadalupe County gets drive-through project update

Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) – Guadalupe County's new tax office drive-through is inching closer to operation. During Tuesday's commissioner's court meeting, the Koehler Company was on hand to provide the latest update for the double drive-through system being constructed on the existing building's south side.

Wrapping up just in time for tax season, Jason Beck, the job site superintendent for the Koehler Company, says the drive-through is nearing completion and will allow the county to better handle property tax and motor vehicle business.

"We are about 95 percent complete. Once, we put the soffit panels on which would be next week and stripe – right now, that's scheduled for the 30th, -- we could

be able to get moved up a little bit. Then, we will be down to just some punch items. But the two tube systems right now are ready to go. They are operational and ready to go," said Beck.

Chiming in on the work on behalf of his constituents and staff was Daryl John, Guadalupe County tax assessor-collector. John says he wants to ensure everything is just right before giving the drivethrough the green light.

"We are going to wait until construction is 100 percent and then once that's done and we get our people trained on the equipment of how to use it, get all the computers in (and) we will be servicing the DVM also so we are waiting for the state to put in their part also --- as

soon as that's done and operational, we will let you know exactly what day we will open," said John.

Guadalupe County Judge Kyle Kutscher says it's more than the size of the project that gets him excited. He says it's about the benefits that it will have for all residents of Guadalupe County.

"Good job everybody. I know we've talked about this for a long time. The potential of possibly putting in a drive through, once we did the service center, the Riedel building (in Schertz) and saw the benefit and heard the positive feedback of that drive through access by some, I think that really spurred that conversation and let us go 'let's really look at this in Seguin....' Tax, pg.

Cindy

Remembering the life of Roscoe Gonzales

Producing the positive in Seguin

(Seguin) -- There were years where I spent a lot of time with my buddy, Roscoe Gonzales -- late nights at his makeshift television studios as he worked on projects of all sorts. His video production work in Seguin really started with recording services for Second Baptist Church and having those played back on the cable access channels. The church services were important to him, but Roscoe wanted to do something more -- something maybe for the children in Seguin. Roscoe had this big idea to create a television show featuring local kids doing great things. It was all tilted in a positive direction. The production values were not always super high, but this self-taught videographer had an idea, and he would make it happen. Several people, like me, volunteered to help, but he was the

driving force behind all Clubhouse Productions features. The program started taping at the church owned by the Baptist Ministers Union. The church is the only building standing at what once was Guadalupe College -- a Black college located here in Seguin off Highway 90. These kids who participated in Clubhouse got to experience all sorts of things, like an aviation simulator, but more importantly -- they got to share their voices, ideas, and talents with the rest of the world. This all happened before social media was a thing, and it became easy to share videos with the world. Roscoe had that vision, and he made it happen.

Roscoe was also instrumental in capturing each MLK Day celebration in Seguin. Roscoe would videotape everything from the

MLK Freedom March to the dinner and fashion shows. If it was part of Seguin's celebration of Dr. King, you can bet that Roscoe was there with his cameras.

He forever offered his services at Second Baptist Church. Roscoe was also a longtime deacon there. He loved his church and his church family. His faith led him to what may be one of his most memorable productions. Roscoe wanted to produce a Gospel album featuring local talent. He got with his brother-from-another-mother, Lupe Gonzales, to work this out. If Lupe's name sounds familiar, it should. Lupe, who's not related to Roscoe, was one of the famous Gonzales brothers from Seguin, who made up the Tejano super band Tierra Tejana. Roscoe, pg. 4

A Special Reflection by Darren Dunn

Morales, continued.

“...need more knowledge and experience,” said Rehfeld.

Morales was initially put into the position after the resignation of former School Superintendent Wendi Russell in March of 2022.

Helping the district with its search will be consultant Walsh Gallegoes PC. Rehfeld says the criteria of what they are looking for has already been submitted. She says now, they await the process.

“So, our goal is for this search to get launched probably today or tomorrow quite frankly and it will be out and posted for a month and then the applications

will come in and our goal is that we will do interviews and we will have this whole timeline posted on the website probably I’m hoping this week. We will actually go through all of the applicants I think as early as March 5. That will be the first time to see actually who has applied but our goal will be to have a finalist named I believe in April,” said Rehfeld.

Despite the leadership changes, Rehfeld says the school board is committed to ensuring the very best for its students.

“I think it’s important to know that the school board works hard to make

the best decisions possible for the students the Navarro School District and we want Mr.Morales and this part-time superintendent to work in tandem to compliment each other, to have experience and knowledge and the strengths that hopefully both of them will bring to the district to put us in a good position for whoever the next superintendent is going to be to take over and lead our district forward,” said Rehfeld. District officials say although they have zeroed in on a potential part-time superintendent, that candidate will still have to come before the board for final approval.

Roscoe, continued.

Tierra Tejana is internationally known and is a longtime member of the Tejano Music Hall of Fame. Lupe, Roscoe, and many others, including professional Gospel recording artist John Harding, all came together one evening at First Baptist Church to record the album "Reaching Out To You."

It was an amazing feat. Not just the work that went into recording a live album but also all the post-production work that went into the final product. It's still one of my favorite Gospel albums. Just a couple of months ago, Roscoe gave me another copy of it when my old copy went missing.

He was a force for so many good things. That includes putting together an amazing video project that helped to tell Seguin's story after the flood of 1998. Roscoe worked closely with producer Janice Jarutowicz, a Seguinite who had worked on the television show COPS. The pair got Lupe and Seguin music legend Dottsy Dwyer to perform the music along with the video feature. It all ended with a live music performance, including a community choir at the Coliseum. It still all gives me goosebumps just thinking about it. Yeah, Roscoe did that!

Roscoe's faith was really the essence of his being. His faith led him to look for the best in people, even

Tax, continued.

Like you said, it's not a giant project but a huge positive impact for the people that cannot get out of their vehicle. It promotes efficiency for employees inside the department. I was worried about the trees and some of the other issues, parking and access and wider spaces --- all those little things kind of add up to be kind of complicated but it's come together beautifully. It looks really nice, and I think people are going to enjoy it and I think it's going to work for a long time," said Kutscher.

The project officially began in October. The county building is located at 307 W. Court Street.

when it wasn't always on display. I recall once, many years ago, Roscoe convinced me that I needed to help him with a private job. He was good at convincing people to help him with things (usually at the last minute). This was a gig to record some band that was playing at some dive bar in Canyon Lake. We were probably the only Black faces in the crowd. That's not totally unusual, so I shrugged it off and took my place behind the camera. After the band's first set, I looked up and noticed a bunch of signs and other items tacked up to the ceiling. One of the signs was an advertisement for the "National White Alliance," which included a phone number. I was immediately ready to go. I pointed it out to Roscoe, and in typical fashion, he just shook his head and said he would finish the job. He got me to settle down. We finished the job and then went home.

Roscoe was a gentle giant. He was a very big man, but what loomed larger than his physical presence was his heart. He was always kind and caring. He did a lot for Seguin. Some of those things may have been forgotten, but we should not forget Roscoe and all that he meant to so many of us during his 69 years on this Earth. Thank you, Brother Roscoe.

A memorial service for my friend will be held at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, January 28, at Second Baptist Church on Guadalupe Street.

Products of Clubhouse Productions

Midweek Sports Rundown

Dunn

(Seguin) -- The Seguin Matador boys basketball team looks to pick up another win tonight, when it takes on Kerrville Tivy at 6:30 p.m. The Matadors are coming off an 82-75 win on Friday night over Smithson Valley. The Matadors go into tonight's game with a 3-4 record in disrict play, and 17-8 overall. The game tips at 6:30 tonight in Goldie Harris Gymnasium.

(Seguin) -- The Seguin Lady Matadors are on the road tonight to take on Kerrville Tivy. The Lady Mats are looking to rebound from Friday's 40-28 loss to Smithson Valley.

(Geronimo) — The Navarro Lady Panthers are looking to get back on track tonight after a toss loss Friday to Fredricksburg. The Lady Panthers tonight will take on Davenport High School in San Antonio. The Navarro girls into tonight's contest with a district record of 5-3.

(Geronimo) -- The Navarro boys basketball team will try to improve its 6-11 record when it hosts Davenport tonight at the Navarro Events Center. The game tips at 6:30 p.m.

(Marion) -- The Marion Lady Bulldogs are playing a home game tonight

against San Marcos Home School. The Lady Bulldogs come into tonight's game with a record of 14-11. The game starts at 6:30 tonight in Marion.

(Marion) -- The Marion boys are off tonight, but they return to action on Friday night with a 7:30 matchup against Great Hearts Monte Vista in San Antonio. The Bulldogs currently have an overall record of 12-14, and are 2-4 in district play.

(Seguin) -- The 12-2 Lady Falcons of Lifegate Christian School will host a home game tonight in Seguin. The Lady Falcons will take on Salem Sayers Baptist Academy with a tip starting at 6:00 tonight at Lifegate.

(Seguin) -- The Lifegate boys are also at home tonight. The Falcons will play host to McCauley Christian Academy at 7:00 tonight here in Seguin. The Falcons enter tonight's contest with a record of 5-10 on the season.

(Portland, OR) -- The Spurs suffered a big loss last night in the Pacific Northwest. The Trail Blazers snapped their three-game losing skid by beating the Spurs 147-127 in Portland. Damian Lillard led the charge with a gamehigh 37 points and dished out 12 assists. The Spurs are off tonight.

Darren

Edna Juanita “Nita” Henry, age 86 of Seguin, passed away on January, 20, 2023. Edna was born on November 12, 1936 in Freer, Texas to Joseph William Butler and Mabel Ethel (Teague).

Edna is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Roland J. Henry Sr. (RJ); brothers J.C. Butler, Jimmy Roy Butler and sister Margie Butler.

Survivors include her sons, Happy Henry and wife Millie, Scott Henry and wife Marilyn; grandchildren Denise Lyssy and husband Brian, Anthony Henry, Brooke Lakey and husband Corey, and Boone Henry; great-grandchildren, Tenley Lyssy and Willow Lakey; other loving family members and friends. Nita met her husband RJ at the Peppertree Cafe in Seguin, Texas

where she was a waitress. They were married on August 20, 1955. Nita and RJ enjoyed dancing to country music their favorite songs being Waltz Across Texas and Silver Wings. Over the years Nita was known for many talents. She was a hairdresser in New Braunfels, a Pink Lady at New Braunfels Hospital and a den mother for the Boy Scouts. She enjoyed raising animals and was known for raising exotic birds for over 40 years. Her and RJ raised their two boys and cattle on Henry Hills Ranch in Kingsbury, Texas.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Graveside service and interment will be held on Thursday, January 26, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Kingsbury Cemetery in Kingsbury, Texas with Jeff Oliver officiating.

Memorial contributions can be made to Hope Hospice, 611 N. Walnut Ave., New Braunfels, Texas 78130.

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.

Irene Sophia Schwab Fletcher born in Tardea Hills, TX to Gilbert Schwab and Pauline Krueger on August 1, 1937. Irene passed away on January 21, 2023 at the age of 85 in Seguin, Texas.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 27, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Goetz Funeral Home. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 28, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at St. John Lutheran Church in Marion, Texas.

Services are in the care of Goetz Funeral Home, 713 N. Austin St. Seguin, Texas 78155 (830)-379-2313

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Josefina “Josie” Ybarra Castro was called Home to be with the Lord on January 23, 2023 at the age of 73. She was born on August 27, 1949 in Seguin, Texas to Ricardo Ibarra and Maria Cruz Aguero.

Josie was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She enjoyed going out with her sisters and spending time with family especially with her grandchildren. She enjoyed collecting knickknacks and listening to music. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her.

Josie is preceded in death by her parents, Ricardo Ibarra and Maria Cruz Aguero and her brothers, Juan A. Ybarra and Alberto Aguero.

Left to cherish her memory is her spouse, Ramiro Castro; her children, Miguel Angel Ybarra and Elizabeth Christine Wright (Jeffery); grandchildren, Kailynn Ybarra and Ryder Wright; brothers and sisters, Valentine Fuentes (Melba), Amelia Lara (Amadeo), Minnie Zamora (Juan Soliz), Armando Aguero (Debbie), Margarita Rutherford (Buddy), Isidro Aguero (Elva) and Genaro Aguero as well as numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

Visitation will be at Palmer Mortuary on January 25, 2023 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and recitation of the Rosary at 7:00 p.m. Visitation will continue on January 26, 2023 beginning at 8:00 a.m. at Palmer Mortuary and a funeral procession will depart the chapel at 9:30 a.m. Funeral Mass will be offered at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Services will conclude at the church and Josie’s wishes of cremation will follow at a later date.

Funeral arrangements are under the care 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.

Gonzales

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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COVID Concerns As Millions To Travel For Lunar New Year

(Beijing) -- Millions across China are able to travel home for Lunar New Year for the first time in three years. The two-week celebration begins today and is the biggest holiday of the year in China. Travel has been restricted across China for the past three years because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but those restrictions were lifted at the end of 2022. Officials predict over two-billion trips will be made in China over the holidays, which could lead to a resurgence of COVID infections.

Majority Of Americans Still Say Gov. Should Ensure Healthcare

(Washington, DC) -- A majority of adults in the U.S. say the government should ensure that all Americans have healthcare. That’s according to a new survey by Gallup, which found 57-percent of respondents were in support. However, the same data shows 53-percent say they want the system based on private insurance. The survey also found that responses fell sharply along party lines with 72-percent of Democrats in favor of a government-run system, versus just 13-percent of Republicans. Overall, Americans continue to have a nuanced view of the healthcare system -- most say the government is responsible for making sure all citizens have coverage, but prefer that it was funded privately.

Justice Dept Launches Abbott Labs Probe

(Washington, DC) -- The Justice Department is conducting a formal investigation into Abbott Laboratories nearly a year after the baby formula shortage. An Abbott spokesperson said the company is fully cooperating in the probe. The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday investigators are focusing on Abbott’s plant in Sturgis, Michigan. Abbott shut down production at the huge plant last February after infants who consumed formula made there became sick. The closure led to a nationwide shortage of infant formula.

FDA Rejects Quick Approval Of Eli Lilly’s Alzheimer’s Drug

(Washington, DC) -- The Food and Drug Administration will not grant accelerated approval for an experimental Alzheimer’s drug. The agency rejected Eli Lilly’s application for quick approval of the drug donanemab. That’s due to the limited number of patients who stayed on the drug for at least 12 months. The treatment has shown significant promise in previous studies. The drug maker says it plans to file Phase 3 clinical trial data later this year for traditional FDA approval.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

TX FAME LSC Preview Event

The Texas State Technical College (TSTC) and the TX FAME Lone Star Chapter will have its first preview event from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 25 at chapter’s FAME Technical Center located inside Building A at the Central Texas Technology Center, 2189 FM 758 in New Braunfels.

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. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com.

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 210846-53.

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. 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 830-386-0334.

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.

Geronimo VFW Dance

The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will have a dance featuring

Jimmy Bolado and Country Sounds from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Jan. 29 at 6808 N. Hwy 123 in Geronimo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with at $10 admission. For more information call or text 830-305-8829.

Jury Cancellation

Jury selection for District Court at 9 a.m. Monday, Jan. 30 in the Guadalupe County Justice Center District Courtroom 109 (1st Floor) at 211 W. Court St. in Seguin has been canceled. You do not need to appear. Please disregard the Jury Summons.

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.

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.

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 830-3790325 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.

American Sign Language (ASL) Chat Time

There will be an American Sign Language (ASL) Chat Time from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24 upstairs at Court Street Coffee Shop. The elevator will be available. The monthly chat is for the deaf, hard of hearing, CODAS, interpreters, ASL students and anyone wanting to learn ASL.

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 830-3796382 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 325956-1155.

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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