SDN: January 31, 2023

From sunshine & shorts to jackets WINTER WEATHER IS BACK

(Seguin) -- Seguin and Guadalupe County is bracing for even more continued cold and freezing temperatures.

A Winter Storm Warning has been issued for much of South Texas and Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for the majority of Central Texas,

including both the San Antonio and Austin areas. A Winter Storm Watch has been issued for south-central Texas through Friday morning.

In the meantime, residents are asked to cover their pipes and stay indoors if at all possible. Pets and plants should especially be

Community mourning the loss of agriculture leader

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- For decades, the name Luensmann has been synonymous with anything farm and ranch. That’s all thanks to many years and now the legacy Benno Luensmann of the Seguin Cattle Company has left behind. Luensmann died Sunday.

Over the years, family members say Benno has received many awards for his accomplishments as well as recognition for a lifetime of service to

the community and agriculture. His son, Bryan Luensmann says agriculture was simply his father’s passion.

“Dad was born in Zuehl, Texas. He married mom in 1957 and he took a job here in Seguin. He taught at Seguin High School. He taught at TLU when it still had an Ag department. He has done a little bit of everything in this community. He served back in

the day as the fair president. In ’78, they bought the Cattle Company him and his two brothers and they turned it from a rundown beat up sell barn to a multi-million sell barn. So, he has had a lot of achievements in this life. Gosh, there is nothing in agriculture where he didn’t sit on a committee, or he wasn’t involved with the kids. It was his lifelong passion,” said Bryan.

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Façade grants continue progress in Downtown

Special by Kyle Kramm, Main Street & CVB Director

(Seguin) -- Recently, the Seguin Main Street Advisory Board reviewed eleven applications for FIX-IT Façade grants in downtown Seguin and recommended nine projects for funding.

The façade grants continue to be the most effective tool in downtown Seguin’s revitalization. These small grants make a big difference in a building owner or downtown business’ ability to invest in Seguin. The grant can go to any exterior improvements in the downtown district, including ADA compliance, painting, roof repairs, awning construction.

Of the eleven applications reviewed, due to limited funding, the Board recommended funding nine projects. The projects include:

• 106 West Court Street - To repair cracks in the façade, replace missing downspout, and reconstruct bulkheads under storefront windows.

• 420 North Austin Street - Convert a window to a door to meet fire code.

• 200 East Court Street - Construct awnings, install windows – transom and storefront.

• 110 South Austin Street - Construct a new awning.

• 109 – 113 North Austin - Repair the second story wood windows.

• 314 North River Street - To replace tin roof with asphalt roof.

• 104 South Austin Street - Installation of a roof membrane system.

• 206 South Austin Street - Construct a new awning with recessed lighting.

• 409 North Austin Street - Repair balconies and replace windows.

These projects represent an investment of over $300,000 in downtown Seguin. Representing a ratio of 6:1 meaning for every dollar of public money invested in the grant, another five are being invested by the private sector.

“Seguin Main Street has been awarding façade grants since 1998 and have been a driving force in rehabbing downtown properties,” said Kyle Kramm, Main Street & CVB Director, “We are pleased to announce these grant awards and cannot wait to see the impact the projects have in all of downtown.”

Noche De Gala returns with live mariachi music

(Seguin) -- Vocalistas from numerous South and Central Texas communities will take the stage at the Texas Lutheran University Jackson Auditorium in Seguin on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at 7 p.m. The singers will be the heart of Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin’s 38th Annual Noche de Gala Competencia de Vocalistas. Twenty vocalistas will compete in three divisions: middle school, high school, and University/ Community. These contestants are going to knock your boots right off your feet with their amazing talent. “We are very excited to showcase the amazing talent you can find in Seguin and around Texas. We look forward to welcoming back families to Jackson Auditorium for the competencia de vocalistas,” said Dr. Yvonne De La Rosa, Teatro’s executive director. Mariachi Las Alteñas, “Texas finest all female mariachi” from San Antonio, will provide live music for each vocalista’s performance. Valerie Vargas, a professional mariachi violinist since she was 14, began

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organizing Las Alteñas when she was 19 and recently celebrated their 20-year anniversary. See www. mariachilasaltenas.com for info.

General admission to the Noche De Gala presale and at the door is $10; tickets are on sale at the Seguin Heritage Museum 114 N. Austin St. (Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.) and Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin Cultural Center, 921 W. New Braunfels St. (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.) both in Seguin, TX

Family says Benno had both practical experience in agriculture and degrees in Animal Husbandry and Education. Bryan says his father was no stranger to anyone in the agricultural community. He says although identified with Guadalupe County and the Seguin Cattle Company, relationships in the industry even before cattle were built all over.

“Before we started running cattle, he was a registered Duroc breeder back in the 60s and 70s and early 80s and all of the way from the Midwest down into Mexico. I mean, I remember as a kid where we would haul breeding gilts all the way into Mexico. We would leave at midnight so we could be there at daybreak while it was cool, and I mean that’s why I say it’s not just one county. It was all over the United States and the Mexico border. In ’82 is when he had his tractor accident, that’s when the girls were off to college and me and my brother were in high school, and they already had the cattle company. We had all these hogs and we just had to sell the hogs off because we were spread too thin. It was just mom and us two boys there at the house

starting on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Online ticket sales for the general admission will also go on sale on Wednesday, February 1, 2023. Reserved seats ($15) are selling fast and are only available at the Teatro De Artes' Cultural Arts Center located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. Seguin, TX 78155. You may purchase tickets Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Event is partially funded by Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin, National Endowment for the Arts, Texas Commission on the Arts, Guadalupe County Community Symposium, Guadalupe County United Way, H-E-B, San Antonio Area Foundation, and the City of Seguin. For further information about tickets or the event, please contact us at Teatro (830) 401-0232.

Teatro de Artes de Juan Seguin is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1982; its mission is to promote the Mexican American arts. Proceeds from Noche de Gala are used to fund the organization’s programs, most of which provide activities for children and youth.

and that’s when we got into the cow and calf operation and that’s where we stuck with it,” said Brian.

In 1974, the family shares that the U.S. Feed Grain Council asked Benno to travel to South Korea and work as a service consultant for the U.S. Department of Agriculture. They say there he spent two years in South Korea, Japan and Taiwan. They add that he was also asked to continue working for the Agriculture Department but chose to return home to his family and farm.

The Seguin Cattle Company was purchased in 1978. Sharing in the business were Benno’s brothers Hank and Otto. Later joining the team was brother Richard.

Among his accomplishments and recognition for a lifetime of service to the community and agriculture are awards from the Swine Breeders Association, Independent Cattlemen’s Association, Texas State University, Texas Lutheran College, and the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce.

Benno leaves behind his wife Shirley Luensmann, and other children Reagan Luensmann, Yvonne Evilsizer and Donna Skogman. Benno was 88.

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Texas Lutheran Routs Centenary on Road, 75-50

Bryce Hayes - TLU Sports Information & Sports Marketing

SHREVEPORT, LA -- The Texas Lutheran women’s basketball team led wire-to-wire - leading by as many as 25 points - in a 75-50 win over Centenary at the Gold Dome to earn a weekend split and win their third game in four opportunities.

Davi’Yanna Jones (San Antonio/Stevens) scored a career-high 14 points and added seven rebounds and two steals to lead the Bulldogs. Kailee Mulkey (New Braunfels/New Braunfels) and Lauren Sansano (San Antonio/FEAST) joined Jones in double-figures with 13 points and 11 points respectively.

Elexis Morado (Kingsville/Santa Gertrudis Academy) went for eight points, going a perfect 4-for-4 from the floor as TLU shot 48.3 percent (29-for-60) from the floor. TLU forced 16 Ladies turnovers, turning those into 18 points. Texas Lutheran also held a 44-30 advantage on the glass. The Texas Lutheran bench, who has decided numerous games this season, exploded for 47 points, outscoring the Ladies bench 47-20. The Bulldogs also held a 38-12 advantage in points in the paint.

The trio of Jones, Morado, and Kayla Presley (Kyle/San Marcos) scored for points each to lead TLU to a 19-6 advantage after the first period. TLU would force seven turnovers and hold the Ladies to 18.2 percent shooting in the opening period.

The two teams went back-and-forth in the second quarter with the Bulldogs taking a 32-18 lead into halftime. Centenary was able to cut into the Bulldogs lead in the third quarter, but it would be all TLU in the fourth quarter, outscoring the Ladies 24-11. The Bulldogs lead would never dip into single digits for the duration of the fourth quarter, with all 16 active players seeing the floor.

Next up for Texas Lutheran is a Tuesday night (Feb. 7) matchup against Southwestern at Memorial Gymnasium. Tip-off is scheduled for 5:30 PM. All streaming and live stats links will be available on tlubulldogs.com. Fans can receive updates by following @tluathletics & @tluwbb on Twitter and catch up with the latest news and notes on the team by clicking LIKE on the TLU Athletics Facebook page at @tlubulldogs or by visiting the team’s Instagram page at @tluwbb and as always follow TLU athletics on all of our social channels for updates on all things TLU Athletics.

Davi'Yanna Jones (photo by Madi Johnson '24)

Taylor

Seliah Lena Taylor, age 94 of Seguin went to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 28, 2023. Seliah was born November 11, 1928 in Seguin, Texas to Garfield and Seliah L. (Garcia) Collins.

At an early age she confessed to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and became a member of Second Baptist Church under the pastorate of the late Rev. J.M. Carr. Seliah was a faithful member of Second Baptist Church for 83 years.

Seliah was reared in Seguin and attended Ball High School. She worked at Gary Job Corps in San Marcos and retired from there after 16 years of dedicated work in the Security Department. Seliah also worked for Seguin ISD as a lunch monitor and crossing guard.

She is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Walter Eugene Taylor; son, Garfield Eugene Taylor and brother, Ernest Eugene Collins.

Seliah is survived by three loving daughters, Carolyn J. Sutton (Willis), Mary Ann Green (Gerald) and Lena L. Lewis (Jerry); sister, Laura E. Johnson; grandchildren, Thomas A. Gipson, Jr. (Karen), Tnisha A. Sutton, Taylor M. Green and Taylor N. Black; greatgrandchildren, Thomas A. Gipson, III (Taylor), Trevis A. Gipson, Ayanna A. Lavalais, Tyler A. Gipson; great-great-grandchildren, Thomas A. Gipson, IV, Tobias J. Gipson and baby girl Gipson on the way; as well as a host of nieces, nephews and other loving family.

Visitation will be Friday, February 3, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral Services will be Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 11:00 a.m. at Second Baptist Church. A private interment will be held at a later date at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas. Serving as pallbearers will be Thomas Allen Gipson Jr, Trevis Allen Gipson, Jhoquez Huff, Gerald Green, Sr, Joshua Sparks, Courtland Griffin, Michael Johnson and James Babeaux. Honorary Pallbearers will be Tyler Allen Gipson, Thomas Allen Gipson, III, Jerry Lewis, Willis Sutton, Alvoyd Wilson, Jr. and Ron Griffen.

The service will be live-streamed at www.facebook.com/SBCofSeguin

Memorial contributions can be made to Second Baptist Church, 623 S. Guadalupe St., Seguin, Texas 78155 and Guadalupe Regional Medical Center Hospice, 1346 E. Walnut 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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Benno Luensmann, 88, passed away peacefully at home on January 29, 2023.

Benno was born August 7, 1934 to Otto Sr. and Alma (Bielke) Luensmann in Zuehl, Texas. He was the eighth of ten children born on a 75-acre family farm that supported the entire family. Life was difficult and money was scarce during his childhood but those conditions helped mold his life-long philosophy of hard work and determination as well as the value of family, church and community.

He married Shirley Ann Drzymalla on January 26, 1957. He and Shirley started life together with their love for each other, a Master’s degree in Education and a strong determination to succeed. With a lifetime of practical experience in agriculture and degrees in Animal Husbandry and Education, he taught Agriculture at Texas Lutheran College. He also taught at East Central High School and Seguin High School.

Benno was an entrepreneur at heart. In 1960, he won Grand Champion Barrow at the San Antonio Livestock Show and Rodeo. Lone Star Brewery paid the world’s record price at that time for the barrow - $3,500. With the prize money Benno and Shirley purchased part of the farm they have lived on for 62 years. On that farm, they raised their four children, Yvonne, Donna, Reagan and Bryan. Everyone worked together to raise crops and run a very successful purebred swine breeding operation. After a near fatal tractor accident they converted to a cow and calf operation.

In 1974, Benno was asked by the U.S. Feed Grain Council to travel to South Korea and work as a Service Consultant for the U.S. Department of Agriculture. He spent 2 years in South Korea, Japan and Taiwan. He was asked to continue working for the Agriculture Department but he chose to return home to his beloved farm and community.

In 1978, Benno and brothers Hank and Otto purchased the Seguin Cattle Company. All the brothers, including Richard, worked for years at the Union Stockyards for A.C. Oefinger in San Antonio Texas. When the Union Stockyards closed in 2001, Richard joined his brothers at the Cattle Company.

Over the years, Benno received many awards for his accomplishments as well as recognition for a life time of service to the community and

agriculture. He was recognized by the Swine Breeders Association, Independent Cattlemen’s Association, Texas State University, Texas Lutheran College and the Seguin Chamber of Commerce, to name a few.

Benno and Shirley loved meeting and socializing with each of you. The Covid outbreak ended their busy social schedule but you were always in their hearts.

Benno is preceded in death by his parents, sisters Viola (Pat) Loeffler, Elfrieda (Adolph) Beyer, Evelyn (Chuck) Klein, Marie (Howard) Stacey, Helen (Sinton) Lampman and brothers Henry “Hank” Luensmann and Richard Luensmann as well as brother-in-law Theodore Drzymalla Jr.

He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Shirley (Drzymalla) Luensmann, his sons, Reagan (Mary) Luensmann and Bryan (Lauren) Luensmann, daughters, Yvonne (Steve) Evilsizer and Donna (Tom) Skogman. Grandchildren Andrew Evilsizer, Cheyenne Luensmann, Hunter Luensmann, Garrett Luensmann, Savannah Luensmann, Lane Luensmann, Cole Luensmann and Kelsey Luensmann. Brother, Otto (Loraine) Luensmann, sister, Lillian (Willie) Strey and sisters-in-law, Helen Luensmann, Laverne Luensmann and Betty Drzymalla, brother-in-law, Carl Ray (Linda) Drzymalla as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and a host of friends.

Serving as pall bearers will be Mike Friesenhahn, Darren Luensmann, Mark Cerda, Lane Luensmann, Cole Luensmann, Andrew Evilsizer, Hunter Luensmann, Garrett Luensmann and Bubba Jahns.

The family would like to give special thanks to Julia and Noemi as well as Nancy and Vanessa who took wonderful care of “Mr. B”. Your kindness will never be forgotten. Also, many thanks to GRMC Hospice and nurse Sara Sutton Vogel who helped our family through this journey.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, February 2, 2023 at Tres Hewell Mortuary from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Funeral services will be conducted on Friday, February 3, 2023 at 10:00 a.m. at Cross Church with Rev. Jim Price officiating. Interment will be at Eden Cemetery in Seguin. Following services, a reception will be held at the Seguin Cattle Company, 2424 Hwy 46, Seguin 78155.

For those who desire, services may be livestreamed at https://www. facebook.com/crosschurchseguin/.

Memorial contributions may be made directly to Cross Church Memorial Fund, 814 Bauer, 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.

Study Examines Link Between Heart Attack Rates And COVID

(Los Angeles, CA) -- Heart attacks are on the rise among younger adults and a recent study suggests there’s a link to COVID-19. Heart attacks have been on the rise over all ages since the start of the pandemic. However, the youngest age group monitored - those between 25 and 44 - saw the highest increase at nearly 30-percent. Researchers at the Smidt Heart Institute at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center point to several possible explanations, including pre-existing conditions. But they also highlighted external factors such as job loss, financial pressures and social anxiety that many have experienced as a result of COVID.

Study: Kids’ Mental Health Is Parents’ Biggest Concern

(Washington, DC) -- The biggest concern for parents is their kids’ mental health. That’s according to a new study from the Pew Research Center, which tallied more than 37-hundred U.S. parents last year. Forty-percent of respondents said they are extremely or very worried that their kids will struggle with anxiety or depression. Thirty-five-percent felt the same about their kids being bullied. Concerns over drugs or alcohol and getting shot were further down the list at less than 25-percent.

Surgeon

General: 13 Too Young To Join Social Media

(Washington, DC) -- The U.S. Surgeon General says 13 is too young for children to join social media. Speaking with CNN, Vivek Murthy explained the “skewed” and “distorted” environment of social media does a “disservice” to children who are still “developing their identity.” His comments come despite many social media platforms allowing teens that young to sign up for an account. Murthy suggested parents “band together” to keep their kids off social media until a more appropriate age. New research out of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill also suggests that frequently checking social media can actually change the brain chemistry of adolescents.

Former Steelers Linebacker Launching His Own Line Of Medical Marijuana

(Pittsburgh, PA) -- A former Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker is going to market with his line of medical marijuana. Ryan Shazier has joined the company Organic Remedies to launch the new Steel City Greats collection of pain, depression, and anxiety relief marijuana products. Shazier suffered a devastating spinal cord injury in 2017, ending his NFL career, and leading to a long and painful process of recovery. He says that’s when he started looking into medical marijuana as a natural alternative to opioid pain medications. A portion of proceeds from sales will go toward Shazier’s foundation, supporting people who are recovering from spinal cord injuries.

We are honored that Modern Healthcare Magazine has named us one of the best places to work in the nation — again. Our collective dedication to providing world class healthcare means we are all passionate about taking care of you and your family for many years to come.

COMMUNITY COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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.

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.

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. SH 130 will be speaking on the current state of transportation in our area.

Regional Job Fair

The Cibolo Economic Development Corporation (CEDC), the Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce (GNBCC), the Schertz Economic Development Corporation (Schertz EDC), and the Seguin Economic Development Corporation (Seguin EDC) will host a free Regional Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 2 at the McKenna Events Center, located at 801 W. San Antonio St. in New Braunfels. The event features over 50 employers who are ready to hire for immediate job openings across multiple industries and skills. For more information, follow the New Braunfels Chamber, Seguin EDC, Schertz EDC, and/or Cibolo EDC on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.

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.

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 hot dog plate is $5). Tickets can be purchased at the door. Entertainment will be provided by Chuck Reininger.

Garage/Rummage Sale

The Guadalupe County Humane Society will have its Garage/Rummage Sale at 8 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 4 behind the businesses located at 2511 N. State Hwy 46. There will be furniture, clothes, kitchen items, and décor for your home. All proceeds help sustain GCHS’ daily operations, as well as help finance our low-cost Spay/Neuter program.

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 830305-0472.

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.

Showcase Seguin 2023 Business Expo

The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will have its 2023 A Space Odyssey, Showcase Seguin Business Expo from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 9 at the Seguin Coliseum. Free Admission, but registration is required. Vendor Spaces are also available. To register visit www. seguinchamber.com. For more information, call 830379-6382.

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. 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 830303-8856.

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.

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 830481-3253 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.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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.

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 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 11 and Saturday, March 25 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.

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.

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.

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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Rob Brucks presents Michael and Deborah Castro and Zach Aguilar of Geronimo Volunteer Fire Department with a $500 check at First Friday Feast.

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