SDN: February 2, 2023

National retailer announces new location in Seguin

(Seguin) – A national retailer has selected Seguin for its newest location. The Seguin Economic Development Corporation recently announced that Harbor Freight Tools will be moving into at 16,000 square foot space in the Seguin Crossroads Shopping Center located in the 1500 block of East Court Street next to Tractor Supply.

According to the company, Harbor Freight is “America’s go to store for low prices on power tools, generators, jacks, tool boxes and more.”

Applauding this latest name to be added on a list of incoming retailers is Josh Schneuker, SEDC executive director.

“They are going to be in between the former Beall’s space. You can kind of still see I guess the etching from the sign that used to be there and then in between there and where the

current Burke’s is so kind of right dead in the middle there. It’s kind of where I guess The Cranny is located in that area but The Cranny is also going to moving to a larger space in between Burke’s and Boot Barn and so a lot of stuff happening at that center and just a lot of opportunity I think for the city,” said Schneuker.

The store is only one of growing list of retailers moving into Seguin. Schneuker says Crossroads especially has been working overtime to help fill its leasing vacancies.

“I mean we are really excited. Harbor Freight was identified as a targeted retailer for us and we have been working to get them to come to Seguin for a little while now. Everything really in my mind kind of ties back to having that shopping center acquired by the development, investment group out of Houston... Retailer, pg. 3

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Guadalupe Valley Young Marines honored as “Division 4 Unit of the Year”

(Seguin) -- The Young Marines, a national youth organization, has named the Guadalupe Valley Young Marines of Seguin as the “Division 4 Unit of the Year,” the top honor for all divisions in a nine-state area. This honor was awarded for the unit’s community service, program achievement and dedication to the mission.

The Young Marines is a national non-profit 501(c)(3) youth education and service program for boys and girls, age eight through the completion of high school. The organization promotes the mental, moral, and physical development of its members. The program focuses on teaching the values of leadership, teamwork, and self-discipline, so its

members can live and promote a healthy, drug-free lifestyle.

The unit, led by Unit Commander Dina Dillon, meets in Seguin. Division 4 encompasses nine states: Texas, Colorado, Wyoming, Nebraska, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana.

“What is so special about our unit is how well we collaborate with our community and veterans’ organizations. When they need help, we are there, and when we need help, they are there. We are always willing to serve,” said Unit Commander Dillon.

In 2022, the unit received the prestigious national award, the Fulcrum Shield, awarded by the

Department of Defense for their Red Ribbon Week efforts (drug prevention and resistance) in the community.

Guadalupe Valley Young Marines is continually active in service to the entire area. Its participation includes volunteering with the Seguin Police Department’s “Badges, Bikes and Trikes” event where 100 bikes are given away to children. The unit planned games to ensure it was a fun event for children who attended. They also assisted the American Legion, Geronimo VFW, and DAV at the city-wide annual ceremonies for Memorial Day, Flag Day, POW/ MIA Day, and Veterans Day. Young Marines, pg. 3

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Young Marines, continued.

Other events included serving as color guard for the POW/MIA ceremony, the Veterans Day city-wide ceremony, the Alamo City Cat show, the Seguin Chamber of Commerce’s 100-year Birthday Ceremony, the Vietnam Veterans Pinning Ceremony and numerous others.

A highlight of the year was its trip to Navajo Code Talkers Day in Window Rock, Arizona where

Retailer, continued.

“I think that their expertise that they have been able to bring to the table has really helped to accelerate the retail real estate opportunities that are available and now, what we are starting to see – it’s kind of the fruits of their hard work – We are actually seeing renovations at that shopping center right now with Boot Barn working on their improvement. The Old Republic Title is moving in there and Harbor Freight as well. We are really excited about this. We’ve got again a great property owner that is working hard as well to get their available

they honored the Navajo Code Talkers and volunteered while visiting.

Asked what makes Young Marines so rewarding, Unit Commander Dillon said, “Being able to see the spark in a Young Marine’s eye when they understand that what they are learning in the program can benefit them for life. Connections and relationship building are effective in being able to bring experience to these young

people for their future.”

Since the Young Marines’ humble beginnings in 1959 with one unit and a handful of boys, the organization has grown to over 235 units with 6,100 youth and 2,100 adult volunteers in 40 states, the District of Columbia, Japan, and a host of affiliates in other countries.

To learn more about the Guadalupe Valley Young Marines visit https://youngmarines.org/ unit/guadalupevalley/page

real estate in front of a lot of the targets that we’ve been going after for several years,” said Schneuker.

Welcoming Harbor Freight to Seguin is just more evidence for Schneuker who last March predicted that Crossroads would quickly attract new business to Seguin following its purchase by commercial real estate

investment group PBC Interests of Houston.

“In terms of available space that they have left, they’ve got really one really big space available. It’s closer to about 30,000 square feet and I know that the property owner and their leasing team are in contact with a few different retailers on that space and I think that could be the

next domino to fall and that would leave just really a couple more smaller spaces. We are going to go from a shopping center that just really not to long ago was at 30 percent occupancy to maybe going into the summer and into the fall, we could be definitely over 8085 percent occupancy for the center, so I think that just really speaks volumes that these national retailers are really starting to see the opportunities that are available here in Seguin with our growing community,” said Schneuker.

There are currently 1,300 locations nationwide. The store is expected to open in Summer 2023.

Renovation of Boot Barn underway

out the poll was Centenary (23 points), Dallas (18 points), and Austin College (9 points).

two-time reigning SCAC Pitcher of the Year and 2022 NFCA All-American Ashlyn Strother (Seabrook/Clear Falls), NFCA All-West Region pitcher Sydney Ouellette (Corpus Christi/ Gregory-Portland) and All-SCAC First Team first baseman Laura Hernandez (Missouri City/ Ridge Point). Earlier this month, Strother was named a Top 10 Division-III Pitcher to Watch

The Bulldogs open the 2023 season Feb. 15 in San Antonio, Texas, as they take on Division-II St. Mary’s, a 2022 NCAA DivisionII Softball Tournament Qualifier before facing NAIA’s Huston-Tillotson on on Sat, Feb. 18 for the home opener to conclude 2023’s Opening 25 home games, including four SCAC Series at Ed Kruse

For more information on Texas Lutheran softball, follow the Bulldogs on Facebook (@ txlutheransoftball), Twitter (@TLUsoftball), and Instagram (@tlu_softball) and as always you can find updates on all Texas Lutheran athletics and all official TLU social media channels (@tluathletics on Twitter, @ tlu_athletics on Instagram and TikTok, and @ tlubulldogs on Facebook).

Texas Lutheran returns six all-conference selections from a season ago including the

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; great-grandchildren, 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 (Kelle Muse), Cheyenne Luensmann, Hunter Luensmann, Garrett Luensmann, Savannah Luensmann, Lane Luensmann, Cole Luensmann and Kelsey Luensmann. Brother, Otto (Loraine) Luensmann, sister, Lillian (Willie) Strey and sistersin-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.

Dorcas Ann Orens, age 84 of Seguin, passed away peacefully at home with her husband, step-daughter Lori and friend Suzie by her side on Sunday, January 29, 2023. Dorcas was born on February 7, 1938 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania to Elizabeth (Hokamp) and Robert David McKeag. She later moved to Youngstown, OH. She gave generously of her love, her joy for life and her heart. She brightened the lives of many people.

Dorcas had many interests. As a young girl she loved to camp and fish. In 1976, she moved her family to San Antonio while towing a camper. She loved gardening, growing both flowers and vegetables. One of her other favorite hobbies was sewing. This hobby landed her a job at Stretch and Sew. She made all of her siblings special Christmas stockings when they were little. She also made quilts and sold her many items at craft shows. She often times made thoughtful and useful Christmas gifts for family and friends. She also loved to bake and started a family tradition of making nut rolls and pizzelles every Christmas.

Dorcas and Benny had a golden marriage. She worked with him at the Broadway Technical Institute, a job Dorcas and Benny owned and she held dear. She was a mentor and she loved all the students that she and Benny taught. Dorcas mentored those students with love. Eventually she became interested in genealogy which led her and Benny to serve in the family history center for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. She was a devoted member of her church where she held many callings.

Dorcas is preceded in death by her parents and her granddaughter Mary Lynn.

Survivors include her loving husband of 41 years, Benjamin J. Orens; children, daughter Marie; sons Larry (Andrea), Steven (Tiffany); step-daughters, Lori Korus, Donna Park, Cheri Bishop and husband; grandchildren, Jeremy, Travis, William, Benjamin, Charles, Austin Eaton (Teddy), Ashley Rose, Chelsea and Tyler Bain; great-grandchildren, Parker and Oliver Eaton, Camden and Camille Rose; siblings, Alma Baker (John), Robert McKeag (Donna), Susan Koch (Richard), William McKeag (Sharon); numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.

Visitation will begin on Monday, February 6, 2023 at 1 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ Latter Day Saints in Seguin, followed by services at 2 p.m. with Bishop Tim Bird conducting. Private interment will be held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at a later date. Serving as pallbearers will be Bill McKeag, Bob McKeag, Brad Drollinger, Bob Krambeck, Ron McLane, Rudy Hernandez.

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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.

Proceeds from the Swing for Seguin Youth Services charity golf tournament will go toward this year’s Seguin Leadership Class of 2023 project. Project priorities include roof repair, van repair, and sports equipment along with additional needs such as food assistance and other upgrades.

HHS Proposes Rule To Bolster Contraception Access Under ACA

(Washington, DC) -- The Biden administration is moving to expand access to birth control under the Affordable Care Act, commonly known as Obamacare. The Department of Health and Human Services has proposed a rule to remove the moral exemption set in place under the Trump administration. The mandate allows employers to opt out of offering coverage of contraceptive services for moral reasons. The new rule would also create an independent pathway for those enrolled in plans offered by employers with religious exemptions to access contraception through a willing provider. HHS says the proposal would affect more than 100 employers and 125-thousand workers.

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.

Professor Talks Impacts Of Social Media Use

(Lubbock, TX) -- The U.S. Surgeon General says 13-years-old is too young for children to be on social media. Experts, like Texas Tech Professor Eric Rasmussen, say it can be detrimental to a child’s development and ability to regulate emotions. He studies the link between social media use and mental well-being and says even adults have a hard time regulating their emotions online, so we can’t expect kids to be good at doing that. Dr. Rasmussen says parents need to talk to their kids about what they see on TikTok and Instagram and set clear boundaries.

Pfizer Expecting Sales To Drop This Year

(New York, NY) -- Pfizer is expecting sales to drop this year after posting an all-time high last year. The pharmaceutical giant said sales were just over 100-billion dollars. Half of that came thanks to sales of its COVID vaccine and antiviral medication. Despite that, its projections say revenue this year could fall by up to a third.

CALENDAR

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.

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.

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.

Geronimo VFW Dance

The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will have a dance featuring Crosstown Country from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 5 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.

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.

Valentine Bake Sale

The Relay For Life of Guadalupe and Comal Counties will have a Valentine Bake Sale beginning at 11 a.m. Friday, Feb. 10 at El Ranchito Restaurant. For any questions, call 830-379-3632.

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 com-

munication 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.

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.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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.

Noche De Gala de Vocalistas

The Teatro de Artes de Juan Seguin will have its Noche De Gala de Vocalistas at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 11 in Jackson Auditorium on the Campus of Texas Lutheran University. Tickets are $10 in advance and at the door. Tickets are available at the Seguin Heritage Museum located at 114 N. Austin St. (Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and Teartro’s Cultural Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.). Tickets are also available online at www. teatrodeartes.org. Reserved seating tickets are $15 and only available at Teartro’s Cultural Center. For more information, call 830-401-0232.

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 423-2279610 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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Matador professionals advance to state conference

(Seguin) – Seguin High School was represented at the Business Professionals of America (BPA) Area 3, Region 3 Leadership Conference on Jan. 14 in LaVernia. They joined 180 students from surrounding schools competing for a spot at the State Leadership

Conference in Dallas on March 2-5.

Matadors advancing to state include Jenna Avery, Brylynn Baker, Julian Bermea, Jayce Cardenas, Kyra Casey, Seth Cevallos, Kyle Fiebig, Elijah Flores, Josiah Flores, Trinity Galvan, Veronica Gonzalez, Elijah

Spend life cheering on the Home Team.

Hernandez, Jade Hernandez, Kayla Hernandez, Yvette Hernandez, Karissa Holden, Cheridan Jones, Taelor Krueger, Isaiah Leal, Cesar Lopez, Isaac Marlatt, Anahi Marquez, Isabella Martinez, Kimberly Martinez, Victoria Medina, Danielle Nyame, Cecilia

Orona, Alejandra Quiroga, Isaiah Rodriguez, Lorenzo Rodriguez, Ava Saldana, Madison Sauceda, Sienna Schnathorst, Ily Stamm, Ava Twitero and Sophia Valderas. Additionally, Kyle Fiebig was elected as Area 3, Region 3 President at the conference.

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