Big money, big winner
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- A new company has taken over the reins of Remarkable Healthcare, located at 1339 Eastwood Drive across from Wal-Mart.
Riverbend Nursing and Rehabilitation Center acquired the local facility, basically overnight, after the former
owners—according to some employees—failed to financially manage the company.
The civil matter, which reportedly last week also involved the Seguin Police Department, has since been tangled in legal matters –
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A Seguin resident has hit the jackpot after scratching a winning $1 million lottery ticket. According to the Texas Lottery Commission, the winning Million Dollar Loteria ticket was purchased at the Stripes Store located at 204 Loop 337 in New Braunfels. Officials say the winner has chosen to remain anonymous. Lottery officials say the overall odds of winning any prize in the game are one in 3.29. They say this is the fourth of 10 top prizes worth $1 million to be claimed in this particular game. The game offers a total of $384 million in prizes.
Seguin ISD Trustee works to address concerns of parents, community
(Seguin) – A member of the Seguin ISD Board of Trustees is helping parents better navigate their way to ensuring that their concerns and/or questions are being addressed by the local district. In a statement read publicly during Thursday’s board meeting, District 7 Trustee Josh Bright personally reassured the community that when issues arise, they are being taken seriously.
He says with the desire to maintain transparency, it’s also important to remember, however, that they must also respect the privacy of all individuals involved.
That’s why he believes that folks looking for quick responses and better results should refrain from first addressing them on social media if at all possible.
Bright stated, “Additionally, we recognize that members of our community may choose to discuss and share their perspectives on social media platforms. While we understand that these platforms can serve as a space for open dialogue, we want to emphasize that the school district cannot respond to or address specific issues through
social media. We kindly ask that you continue to use the designated reporting methods provided by the district to ensure that your concerns are properly documented and addressed. This approach allows us to maintain the privacy and wellbeing of our students and staff while promoting open communication and fostering a collaborative environment.”
Bright tells the Seguin Daily News that the district is not only working harder to address issues, but they are constantly working on providing even more resources
toward finding solutions.
“What I am asking them to do is use the resources that we already have in place. Our website is a plethora of information. You can spend days upon days on the website. We just released the new website. It’s been about a year. We’ve still been making some improvements on it, and we are still working for improvements. We get feedback from the community of ‘hey, we’d like to see this’ but I think it’s really easy to navigate. You just have to spend some time on it and if there is something not on our webpage, we have fantastic staff at Central Office. Just call them. All the phone numbers for the different departments are listed on the website. Email addresses for all the board members are on the website. There’s so much information on our website. It just doesn’t get utilized as much as it should be.”
Bright, who personally addressed the public at the end of the meeting, added that trust and cooperation were essential in maintaining a safe and supportive learning environment for all students throughout the district.
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
Cibolo PD investigates suspicious incident involving student
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Cibolo) – Students and families on the county’s west end remain vigilant as Cibolo Police Investigators continue to look into a recent incident in which an 11-yearold female student says she was allegedly grabbed by an unknown suspect while on her way to school.
Cibolo Police officials say the incident was reported at 6:57 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 24 at Jordan Intermediate School.
Officials say the student reported that while riding her bicycle to school in the 200 block of Cordero Drive, an unknown black male approached her and grabbed the back of her hoodie and the handlebars of her bicycle. The student stated that she kicked the suspect to get away and managed to ride her bike to the back entrance of Jordan Intermediate. She immediately reported the incident to school administrators. The suspect was identified as a black male with a white beard, wearing a red shirt and black shorts.
Remarkable, continued.
Cibolo officers have initiated an investigation and are actively working to gather more information. Officers patrolled the area but were unable to locate anyone matching the suspect’s description. Unfortunately, officers were unable to locate any functioning cameras in the area.
The investigation remains ongoing, and anyone with information about this incident is urged to contact the Cibolo Police Department at 210-619-1274.
This incident came almost one week after an attempted kidnapper who allegedly tried to lure a 10-yearold boy into a vehicle in Schertz was found and arrested. The Schertz Police Department says the suspect, Ismael Ortega Quiroz, 33, of San Antonio was arrested two days after they received a report of a suspicious person in a white van who had attempted to lure the child into the vehicle in the 2500 block of Barr Way.
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legal matters that for the last few days have helped to create disgruntled employees who have also not yet been paid by Remarkable.
According to employees, their paychecks should have been received on Friday. During this quick rollover in ownership, Riverbend appears to be providing hope and promise to the current facility and its employees.
When contacted by Seguin Radio KWED, Riverbend’s Chris Martin confirmed that on Monday afternoon employees had been told that they were going to be paid. He stated, “they are going to be taken care of, and the employees are not going to go without.”
Due to the legal issues surrounding the acquisition and pending litigation against Remarkable, the exact details as to when those paychecks will arrive in employees’ hands could not fully be disclosed; although some employees were told they would arrive this Wednesday, if not sooner.
Also because of legal proceedings, Riverbend was unable to say exactly who would be covering the payroll as it was initially Remarkable’s responsibility.
Despite the wranglings between the companies, Martin says Riverbend is committed to taking care of its new employees and hopes this latest news relieves
suspect and the vehicle, the white van was located a couple of days later at a construction site around the area of the initial report.
Meanwhile, the Cibolo Police Department encourages parents to discuss personal safety with their children utilizing the following tips.
-Stay Aware: Pay attention to your surroundings, especially when traveling alone.
• Stick to Safe Routes: Use well-traveled and well-lit paths when walking or biking to school.
• Travel in Pairs: Whenever possible, walk or bike with friends or family members.
• React Quickly: If approached by a stranger, yell, run, or take any action to get away and attract attention.
• Report Immediately: Always tell a trusted adult or authority figure about any concerning situations right away.
any anxiety or fear that they may have. As for the services being provided at the facility, Martin reassures families that there is no issue with compliance or care.
“Residents have not expressed any concerns with care. We have physicians there taking care of them. We have hired on more staff than what was there before. We brought the facility into compliance, and we are happy to be there,” said Martin.
Prior to this latest shakeup, employees say they had been seeing periodic signs of a financial crisis after some folks were told to “wait to cash their checks.”
According to reports, Seguin was the last operation in what was a string of other small, troubled facilities under the ownership of Remarkable Healthcare, a company owned and operated by Laurie Beth and Jon McPike of Southlake.
The company last spring was reportedly forced to relinquish its other Texas properties after filing for bankruptcy.
Navarro ISD names new athletic director
(Geronimo) -- The Navarro ISD has a new athletic director and football coach.
The district’s board of trustees announced on Monday the selection of Glenn Hill as the district’s new AD and head football coach at Navarro High School. Hill comes to Navarro after serving as the offensive coordinator at Smithson Valley High School for the last four years.
District Superintendent Mandy Epley made the following statement in press release from the Navarro ISD,
“We are thrilled to welcome Coach Hill to the Panther Family.” said Epley. “His experience, proven leadership, and commitment to student success aligns with our district’s vision as well as the ideal coaching profile collaboratively created
by our students, parents, and community. He is committed to investing in Navarro ISD to develop and grow our athletic programs through strong teacher-coaches and a culture that celebrates
engagement and excellence for boys’ and girls’ sports at all levels. I am confident that Coach Hill will continue the values, tradition and legacy of Navarro athletics while building elevated opportunities and experiences for our studentathletes both on and off the field.”
Hill is expected to assume his new role the first week of February. A community Meet and Greet is scheduled on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 6:30pm in the Navarro High School cafeteria.
Hill replaces Rod Blount, who left the district after seven years as head football coach and athletic director to take the same positions at George West ISD. Blount led the Panthers to at least the area round of the playoffs in each of his years as head coach.
Chris Austin
Woods
Peggy Jean Roy Woods, age 92 of Seguin, passed away on January 26, 2025.
Peggy was born on November 13, 1932 in San Saba, Texas to Oneida Ruth (Gage) and Clarence “Red” Roy where she grew up working on the family farm. Shortly after graduating from high school she married Victor H Woods. They spent the next 22 years traveling throughout the US, Alaska, and Europe. She enjoyed traveling, antiquing, and sharing those experiences with her children. Peggy supported her family while her husband served 2 tours in Korea and 2 tours in Viet Nam.
Peggy is preceded in death by her loving husband First Sergeant (retired) Victor H. Woods Jr., her parents, and her sister, Clara “Jonell” Burnham and husband Jack.
Survivors include her sons, Roy Woods and wife Diana and Shay Timothy Woods SSG (Ret) and wife Margarita Mendez-Woods;
daughter, Vickie Gescheidle and husband Randy, Lt Col (Ret); grandchildren, TSgt Austin Gescheidle and his wife Rustine, Hanna Gescheidle and her husband Tony Johnson, and Abbie Gescheidle and her husband Brian Calcote and Shayle Woods; great-grandchildren, Liam Calcote, Satele Gescheidle and Thomas Johnson; siblings, Nana Sue Laird and husband Ernest, and Billy George “Buddy” Roy and wife Margy; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 2, 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Graveside services and interment will be held on Monday, February 3, 2025 at 9 a.m. at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with Chaplain Mike McClung officiating.
Honorary pallbearers will be Peggy’s grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Elizabeth Dole Foundation, 1625 I. St. NW, Ste. 725, Washington, D.C., 20006.
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.
Hagemann
Willa Vivian Bell Hagemann, age 74 of Seguin, passed away on January 26, 2025. Willa was born on July 29, 1950 in Sheridan Wyoming to Francesca (DeCeglie) and William Robert Bell.
Willa is preceded in death by her loving husband of 44 years, Tom Wagner Hagemann and her parents.
Survivors include her daughter, Kelly Hagemann-Reinhard and husband Chantry; son, Tom C. Hagemann and wife Ida; grandchildren, Jacob Ryan Castro and fiancé Mckayla Schmoekel, Kaelyn Rae Taylor, Brooklyn Nicole Hagemann, Kiloe
Lane Reinhard, Roman M. Carrillo, and Isabel L. Carrillo; greatgranddaughter, Presley C. Castro; sisters, Mary Eikenberry and Yvonne Johnson; numerous other loving family members and friends.
Graveside services and interment will be held on Thursday, January 30, 2025 at 2 p.m. at San Geronimo Cemetery with the Reverend Tom Jones officiating. Serving as pallbearers will be Tom C. Hagemann, Jacob Castro, Chantry Reinhard, Kiloe Lane Reinhard, Danny Bornemann, J. D. Quintanilla, and Eli Heiden.
Memorial contributions may be made to Friends of the Library, c/o Seguin-Guadalupe County Public Library, 313 West Nolte, 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.
VITAL STATISTICS
Gesick
Edward “John” Gesick Jr., a decorated U.S. Army veteran, teacher, historian, and passionate advocate for the preservation of local history, died on January 13, 2025, at the age of 81.
Surrounded by his family, he passed peacefully. John was born on March 16, 1943, in Washington, D.C., while his father was stationed at the Pentagon during World War II.
After the war, his family lived in Chicago before settling in San Antonio, Texas. He graduated from Alamo Heights High School in 1961, then went on to Texas A&I (now Texas A&M Kingsville), where he earned a degree in History with a minor in Spanish in 1965. Later, he earned a Master of Education from Boston University in 1979.
Immediately after college, John was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the United States Army, where he would serve for 14 years, earning numerous accolades for his service. As a member of the U.S. Army Special Forces, also known as the Green Berets, he deployed to Vietnam, where he was seriously injured in combat. After being sent back to Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio for surgery and rehabilitation, John spent part of his recovery working on his father’s farm in Seguin. It was during this time that he made a vow to one day settle in Seguin, a promise he would fulfill in his later years.
John’s military career also took him to several other postings, including Panama; Seoul,South Korea; Grafenwoehr, Germany, and Fort Huachuca in Arizona, where he taught at the Army Intelligence School. He earned numerous military honors, including the Purple Heart, two Bronze Stars (one with valor), two Army Commendation Medals with valor, and a
Brown
Deborah Lynne Freeman Brown
Parents: James P. Freeman and Opaldean
Young Freeman
Born August 8, 1956, Passed January 22, 2025
Survived by husband Steve Brown, SonTaylor Brown and wife Kaitlyn; Son- Alex Brown and wife Zoe; Daughter-Laura Peyton Brown; Sister-Sandy Freeman Rice-Paul; Sister Patsy Freeman Nolte-Ken.
Debbie graduated from Seguin High School in 1974, Southwest Texas State in 1978 with a degree in Fashion Merchandising and became a buyer for
Meritorious Service Medal. He was a proud Green Beret, and his dedication to service remained central to his life.
Following his service in the Army, John returned to Texas in 1979, settling on his family farm in Seguin, building a house, raising cattle, and harvesting pecans. He began his second career as an educator. He taught Texas History, World History, and Psychology at Seguin High School and later at Texas Lutheran College, where he was respected by students for his passion and deep knowledge of the subject matter. He was also an active member of the local community, serving as Chairman of the Guadalupe Historical Commission and Rotary Club president. His commitment to preserving the history of Seguin, Guadalupe County, and Texas led him to write several books, including Under the Live Oak Tree; Seguin and Guadalupe County; Historic Guadalupe County; and The Kickapoo: Keepers of Tradition. He was instrumental in the founding of the Heritage Museum of Seguin, a project that was close to his heart, and he remained a dedicated advocate for local history throughout his retirement.
John was preceded in death by his mother, Polly Pinneo Gesick; his father, Edward John Gesick; and his brother, William Henry Gesick. He is survived by his four children, Kimberly (Jeff) Canfield, Laura (Theron) Gesick, Christine (Allen) Long, and Patrick Gesick; nine grandchildren: Cole Canfield; Cameron and Griffin Carlin; Sophie, Graham, Claire, and Amelia Long; Abigael and Blaise Gesick, as well as his niece and many friends.
A funeral service will be held at 10am on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church in Seguin, Texas. John’s family invites you to a public reception to celebrate his life following the funeral service, which will be held at the Heritage Museum in Seguin. All are welcome to gather and share memories of John.
Private interment will be in San Geronimo Cemetery.
Swatch and Dillards.
Married Steve Brown in 1984 where they moved from Austin to Lake McQueeney in 1994. She worked at Navarro Schools and later Seguin High School. After the kids all graduated from high school she later became a real estate agent.
Debbie was a devoted mother and wife, who was known for her kindness, sense of humor, and charisma that made her so easy to talk to. She made sure to attend all of her children’s events from the boy’s fooball/baseball and karate, to Laura’s dance recitals and cheerleading, her family always came first. She loved spending time with her family on vacations to the Grand Canyon, trips to Disney World in Florida, F1 races, touring California beaches and family ski trips.
Services will be held on February 4, 2025 at Friedens United Church of Christ, 2555 Friedens Church Rd. Seguin, Texas at 11:00 AM, lunch to follow.
Ocean Quality Rain Advisory In Place Through Thursday
(Los Angeles, CA) -- Los Angeles County public health officials are urging beachgoers to avoid all contact with ocean water as the region sees its first significant rainfall since the spring. Due to possible contaminants in the water, an Ocean Quality Rain Advisory is in place through Thursday morning. Officials are telling people to particularly avoid areas near storm drains, creeks, and rivers. Possible contaminants in the water include bacteria, chemicals, debris, trash, and other public health hazards.
FDA Recommends Pet Food Companies Revisit Bird Flu Safety Plans
(Washington, DC) -- Federal health officials are urging pet food companies to increase safeguards due to the rise in cat illnesses and deaths from bird flu contaminated raw pet food and raw milk. The Food and Drug Administration recently advised pet food manufacturers to source ingredients from flocks or herds that are healthy and begin using heat treatment to inactivate harmful viruses. The bird flu outbreak began in 2022 and has spread among both domestic and feral cats. The FDA also recommends pet owners cook all raw pet food to help eliminate risk.
Heart Disease Remains Leading Cause Of Death In US
(Dallas, TX) -- Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the US. That’s according to data in the American Heart Association’s 2025 Heart Disease and Stroke Statistics Update. The annual update published in the association’s flagship journal notes that while medical advances have helped keep people living longer, many risk factors like high blood pressure and obesity, continue to grow at high rates. Data shows cardiovascular diseases claim more lives in the US than cancer and accidental deaths combined, which are the second and third leading causes of death respectively nationwide.
Organic Milk Brand Recalls Cartons Due To ‘Premature Spoiling’
(Undated) -- An organic milk brand has issued a recall for thousands of cartons due to spoilage risks. More than 19-hundred cases of Horizon Organic Aseptic Plain Whole Milk eight-ounce cartons have been recalled. On January 17th, the recall was upgraded to a class two and the milk was sold in Arizona, California and Nevada. The recalled cartons have an expiration date between March 3rd and March 7th. The Food and Drug Administration said that the milk is subject to “premature product spoilage during shelf life.”
Nominations for 2024 Annual Seguin Arts Awards
The Seguin Commission on the Arts is accepting nominations for the 2024 Annual Seguin Arts Awards, honoring those who contribute to the arts in Seguin. Awards include Outstanding Contributor to the Arts, Youth Artist of the Year, and Art Organization of the Year. Nominations are due by March 7, 2025, and forms can be submitted via mail to P.O. Box 591, Seguin, TX 78156, or email to mainstreet@seguintexas.gov. For details, visit www.seguintexas.gov/art.
Seguin
Pony League Baseball and Softball Registration
The Seguin Pony League Baseball & Softball season runs from March 18 to May 25, 2025, at the Seguin Softball 4 Plex, 833 Nelda St. Registration is $50 for ages 3-14, with a deadline of January 25. For more information or to register, text Gabe at 830556-4271 or email allyouthsports@yahoo.com.
The Seguin Parks & Recreation Youth Co-Ed Volleyball Friday Night League Registration Register now for the Seguin Parks & Recreation Youth Co-Ed Volleyball Friday Night League starting February 28, 2025. The six-week league costs $55 and is open to Grades 2-3 (6:00-7:15 PM) and Grades 4-6 (6:30-8:00 PM), with practices and games held at the Seguin Volleyball Complex. The first session focuses on fundamentals, and teams will be announced afterward. Registration closes February 19, and a virtual family meeting will be held on February 20 at 5:30 PM. For details or to register, visit seguintexas.gov or call 830-401-2480.
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 830-305-0472 or come by the gallery at 104 S. Austin.
February
Food Distribution Event
Join the San Antonio Food Bank distribution event hosted by Navarro ISD and supported by Guadalupe County on Saturday, February 1, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM at Navarro Intermediate School, 588 Link Road, Seguin, TX. Volunteers are needed from 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM. Register to volunteer or receive food by scanning the QR codes on the flyer. For more information, contact Guadalupe County Emergency Management at 830-303-8856.
Guadalupe County Humane Society Rummage Sale
The Guadalupe County Humane Society’s Garage/ Rummage Sale will be held on Saturday, February
1, starting at 8:00 AM at Handi-Stop Storage, 2511 N. State Hwy 46 (behind the liquor store). You’ll find everything from household items and home décor to tools, furniture, and yard supplies. All proceeds support GCHS’s daily operations and low-cost Spay/ Neuter program. Come shop for a great cause
The Winter Regional Job Fair
The Seguin Economic Development Corporation, Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Cibolo Economic Development Corporation, and Schertz Economic Development Corporation present the Winter Regional Job Fair on Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Seguin Coliseum, 950 S. Austin St., Seguin, TX. This event offers opportunities across various industries, featuring over 60 employers from Cibolo, New Braunfels, Schertz, and Seguin. Job seekers should dress in business casual attire and bring updated resumes. For more information, contact jdersen@ seguintexas.gov or visit the event info page.
Teatro de Artes Open House
Join Teatro de Artes for an Open House at Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin on Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM at 921 W. New Braunfels St., Seguin, TX. Celebrate the unveiling of the upgraded space with performances, tours, arts and crafts, and a special appearance by the Spurs Hype Squad. Family-friendly fun awaits!
Regional Job Fair
The Winter 2025 Regional Job Fair will be held on Thursday, February 6, 2025, from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Seguin Coliseum, 950 S. Austin St., Seguin, TX. Open to employers located in New Braunfels, Seguin, Schertz, and Cibolo and limited to 60 employers (no staffing agencies). Registration includes coffee, a light breakfast, lunch, and an 8ft table. For more details, contact the event organizers. To Register visit: https://info.seguinedc.com/regionaljobfair-reg-02-06-2025
First Friday Feast:
The Geronimo Lions Club will host their first friday feast at 5:30 p.m February 7th.
Seguin Job Shadow Program
The Seguin Job Shadow Program offers high school students real-world experience through hands-on learning with professionals. Open to students from Seguin HS, Marion HS, Navarro HS, and Southwest Preparatory. The program runs on February 5, 11, 19, and 27 from 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. Contact Jessica Dersen at jdersen@seguintexas.gov to sign up.
Seguin Chamber Membership Luncheon
The Seguin Chamber will host a Membership Luncheon on Wednesday, February 5th. Check in and Networking will be held from 11:30 - 11:45 a.m. the
Lunch & Program will follow from 11:45 - 1 p.m. @ the Seguin Coliseum. Cost is $20 for Chamber Members and $25 for future members. All attendees must register.
Pre-Super Bowl Las Vegas Bash
The Seguin Sunrise Rotary will host a Pre-Super Bowl Las Vegas Bash from 6-10 p.m. Saturday, February 8th at The Big Red Barn located at 390 Cordova Rd.
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 830-379-6382.
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.
Art Unveiling
The National Endowment for the Arts, City of Seguin, and Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin present Our Town Seguin: Roots of Resilience, an art unveiling event celebrating the African American experience in Seguin. Join us on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 5:30 PM at Texas Lutheran University’s Annetta Kraushaar Gallery in the Schuech Fine Arts Building, 517 Prexy Drive, Seguin, TX. This event features art installations by renowned artist Howard Crunk, created in collaboration with the Seguin community.
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.
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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.
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
40th Annual Noche De Gala Competencia de Vocalistas
The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin presents the 40th Annual Noche De Gala Competencia de Vocalistas on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at 7:00 PM in the TLU Jackson Auditorium, Seguin, TX. Performing and accompanying vocalists are the renowned all-female mariachi group, Mariachi Las Alteñas. Reserved and general admission tickets go on sale Saturday, January 11, 2025. Don’t miss this incredible celebration of music and culture!
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.
Swing for Seguin
Join the Leadership Seguin Class of 2025 for the “Swing for Seguin” Golf Fundraising Event on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at The Bandit Golf Course. Registration and breakfast begin at 7:30 AM, with a shotgun start at 8:30 AM. A 4-person team is $500, including
range balls, cart rental, 18-hole scramble, breakfast taco, box lunch, drinks, swag, and snacks. Sponsorships are available. Proceeds benefit enhancements to Manuel C. Castilla Park. For more information and to register, visit the Seguin Chamber of Commerce website.
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
CCSCT Utility Assistance Application for 2024 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 830303-4188 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.
To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.
SDN Classifieds
FOR RENT
FOR RENT: 512 E. IrelandNewly remodeled, 3 bedroom/2 bath home available now. Require 1 year lease, deposit and references from previous landlord(s). $1500 monthly plus $1500 deposit. No pets. Call 830-401-4797, leave message, if no answer.
YARD SALE
RUMMAGE SALE: Hillcrest Church, across from WalMart - Saturday, February 1, 9am to 1pm. BARGAINS! BARGAINS! BARGAINS!!
