SDN: February 26, 2024

City to break ground on new playground

(Seguin) -- The City of Seguin’s new playground equipment at Max Starcke Park will soon be on its way up. The city is inviting the community to attend a groundbreaking ceremony to signify the beginning construction of the new playground on the park’s east side on Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 4:30 pm.

Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen, Seguin City Council Members and city leaders will break ground to build the inclusive playground.

The playground was funded in part by a Niagara “Perk Your Park” grant that community members helped the city secure. City officials say thanks to the community’s overwhelming support during a 6-week public outreach campaign, the city won the $75,000 grant to assist with rebuilding the Kids Kingdom Playscape that was removed from the park last spring due to safety issues.

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Council adopts new noise ordinance

(Seguin) -- The Seguin City Council is making the city's noise ordinance clearer for everyone to understand. The council on Tuesday approved the updated noise ordinance. It sets new limits for noise violations, and it should make enforcement easier for the Seguin Police Department.

City Attorney Mark Kennedy says the previous noise ordinance was less clear, which made it more difficult to enforce.

"One of the objectives here was to add clarity and measurability to this thing because we had a mixed definition of zoning groups where officers were getting a little confused out on the field on exactly what they should be measuring and also it really allowed for a person to have an opinion about whether there is a noise nuisance and then question whether the officer should be enforcing that or not because it was not necessarily measurable. In two locations in the ordinance, it was really just a matter of a reasonable person's opinion that there was a nuisance and I'm not sure who is reasonable and who

is not in those situations -- so making it measurable, definitely gives us the ability to better enforce it and better prosecute the citations after they have happened.

To that point, one other thing is that enforcement escalates if you look at the punitive section on that, it actually escalates. It starts with something that is a lower finable amount and escalates from there. So, it gives someone to get educated about it," said Kennedy.

The new ordinance establishes a clear set of decibels that would trigger a violation. Sounds that go above 85 decibels from 8 a.m. 10 p.m. Sundays to Thursdays and from 8 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Overnight, that level would drop to 75 decibels, which would run from 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. Sundays to Thursdays. The lower decibel level would start being enforced at 11 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays.

Those decibel levels are consistent with the noise ordinance language adopted by a number of nearby cities, including New Braunfels, San Marcos

and Cibolo.

Councilman Paul Gaytan questioned if more data was needed to make a decision, and should the city consider creating zones that would trigger different enforcement requirements for areas that have more entertainment venues in them. But council members Jim Lievens and Chris Rangel both said that the new ordinance allows the city to have uniform enforcement and it makes it clearer for everyone to understand.

“I respect everything you are saying. Believe me, I do. I don’t think we need the different zones. That was something that was mentioned previously as one of the things that made it a little unclear or difficult for police, I guess, to figure out what zone they are in at the time. I have a comfort level though with the fact that we are going with decibel levels that have been adopted by neighboring cities. We can do maybe more analysis even contacting those cities to see what their results have been, what are they seeing.

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Park, continued.

The cost of the playground and installation is approximately $650,000.

In addition to the Perk Your Park grant monies, Park Development funds are being utilized to construct the playground.

In the design were specific inclusive play pieces related to the Perk Your Park grant requirements in addition to several other

Noise, continued.

Has it presented any issues but if those are sort of industry established decibel levels than I can have a comfort level with that. I mean I’d be in favor of adopting this but as with anything, I would hope that if it something that seems unruly, we would have the option to amend it down the road,” said Lievens.

Rangel adds, “I agree. I think we need a baseline somewhere and then go from there. Do we need zones downtown? But I think we need to start somewhere,” said Rangel.

As part of the new ordinance, the city also made sure that officers have the tools they need to get accurate measurements of the decibel levels.

Those who violate the ordinance face a fine of up to $150

inclusive play pieces such as the Temple Trolley that was designed in collaboration with Dr. Temple Grandin.

Seguin Parks and Recreation Director Jack Jones said “If you like the new playground recently opened at Bauer Park, you will love the new playground planned for Max Starcke Park East. The new play features are different than the features at the playground nearby that was constructed in 2015. The goal is to have the playground opened to the public this summer.”

The park is located at 1123 S. Austin St.

for a first offense, up to $250 for a second offense, and up to $500 for each subsequent offense.

Council members questioned if there should be a requirement that officers give a warning on a first offense. Police Chief Jason Brady says officers, under most circumstances, would always choose to give a warning first.

He says typically their first step is to contact the violator. He says a large percent of the time, those folks do comply.

“So, we are getting the compliance. Our officers, they’re not necessarily wanting to issue a citation. I mean that’s paperwork on their part. That’s basically for people that are not complying. If we have to return, sometimes the folks will be quiet if they are having a party or something and the officers show

up and they’ll just wait and then the officers go around the corner and they crank it back up and that’s more the scenarios that we are going to issue citation but if a business owner or a resident is complying, and they are like all yeah, it is a little late. My neighbors are upset. They are going to tend to turn that down. There’s not instances where officers are going to be immediately going to that enforcement tool,” said Brady.

The council adopted the new ordinance on first reading. A second and final reading needs to be approved at the council's next meeting before the ordinance can officially take effect. Council members say they want to revisit the issue in six months. They say they want to review the data on calls and enforcement under the new rules to see if they are working effectively.

Women’s Basketball’s Troy Patterson Leads SCAC Staff of the Year; Five Bulldogs Earn All-SCAC Honors

SEGUIN, Texas -- Five Texas Lutheran players earned spots on the 2023-24 All-SCAC Women’s Basketball teams, the league office announced Saturday night. The official All-SCAC awards are selected by the league’s head coaches and sports information directors, neither are allowed to vote for their institution’s own players.

Kailee Mulkey (New Braunfels/New Braunfels) and Lauren Sansano (San Antonio/ FEAST) earned All-SCAC First Team honors and Kayla Presley (Kyle/San Marcos) earned an All-SCAC Third Team selection. Davi’Yanna Jones (San Antonio/ Stevens) and Tanyse Moehrig (Spring Branch/Smithson Valley), who was an All-SCAC player for volleyball in the fall, were named All-SCAC Honorable Mention. The TLU coaching staff, led by Head Coach Troy Patterson, was selected the conference staff of the year honoree.

Patterson earns his second Coach/Staff of the Year honor in his three seasons as head coach, also earning the honor in his first season (2021-22). Patterson becomes the second head coach in program history to win two SCAC Coach/Staff of the Year accolades, joining former head coach Mel Dixon. After replacing two starters from the 2022-23 team and facing numerous injuries throughout the season, Patterson has guided the

Bulldogs to one of the best seasons in program history and the fourth 20-win season in program history. In three seasons in Seguin, Patterson has led the Bulldogs to a 50-26 record and two SCAC regular season runner-up finishes.

Mulkey ranked fifth in the conference in steals and seventh in rebounds - leading all conference guards with 5.7 rebounds per game. Mulkey, who is now a threetime All-SCAC honoree, leads the Bulldogs in scoring averaging 11.4 points per game. The New Braunfels product matched her 2022-23 output by recording three double-doubles so far this season. Mulkey also ranks fifth in the SCAC in steals averaging 2.0 per game. Mulkey has scored in double-figures in 15 games this season.

Sansano, an All-SCAC Third Team honoree as a freshman, has improved her game across the board as a sophomore. Sansano maintained a 10.2 points per game

average while shooting 48.7 percent from the field, ranking second in the SCAC. Sansano was also one of the SCAC’s best shooters from beyond the arc, finishing fourth overall at 40.3 percent while leading the SCAC in three point percentage in conference play at 46.5 percent. Sansano has also increased her averages in rebounds, assists, steals, blocks, and assistto-turnover ratio. Sansano ranks seventh in the SCAC in assists (2.7) and tenth in steals (1.8). For her efforts, Sansano earned D3hoops.com National Team of the Week honors earlier this season following a 22 point effort against Colorado College.

Presley was one of the most improved players in the SCAC in her second season in Seguin. Presley stuffed the stat sheet throughout the 2023-24 season with a 7.8 points per game average, while shooting 37 percent from three-point range and 42.4 percent from beyond the arc in

conference. For the season, Presley ranks fifth in the SCAC in assists with 2.9 per game and sixth in the SCAC in free throw percentage (78.1). Presley also ranked second in the conference with a 2.3 assistto-turnover ratio. Presley more than doubled her scoring average from a year ago and has finished in double figures eight times this season.

Jones has played an important role in the success of the Bulldogs bench for the second consecutive season. Jones repeats as an AllSCAC Honorable Mention honoree averaging 6.5 points and 3.3 rebounds per game while being a versatile defender off the bench.

Moehrig, who missed the first six games of the season due to her volleyball commitments, was quickly thrust into a key role in the Bulldogs rotation. Moehrig ranks in the top 15 in the SCAC in rebounds (5.3) and blocks (0.7) while averaging 4.4 points per game and providing an inside presence on both ends for the Bulldogs.

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Lee

Joyce Kelso Willis Lee, formerly of San Antonio, passed away on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, in Seguin. She was born in San Antonio to parents Winchester Kelso and Erna Wagner Kelso.

Joyce attended St. Mary’s Hall until her senior year, graduating from Mt. Vernon in Washington, D.C. She then attended Hockaday Jr. College, receiving an associate degree in Business. After Hockaday, she went to the University of Texas in Austin and was a Kappa Kappa Gamma pledge.

Returning to San Antonio, Joyce met the first love of her life, John Mitchell Willis, Jr., US Army, Medical Corps. They were married in 1947 and were blessed with two children, John Mitchell Willis, III, and Joyce Ann Willis. When her husband died in 1962, Joyce moved back to San Antonio. Here she raised her children and became active in many organizations: The Battle of Flowers, Monte Vista Garden Club (past president), The Forum (past president), Timely Topics (past president), Junior League, Christ Episcopal Church Altar Guild, St. Luke’s Knitting Guild, Harry Jersig Hearing Center, Boy’s Town, and Morningside Ministries just to mention a few.

In 1993, Joyce married the second love of her life, John Thomas Lee. With this marriage, Joyce was blessed with three adult sons: John Scott Lee, Douglas

Lee, and Timothy Lee. Joyce and John Lee had 25 years together and spent that time traveling, cruising, and enjoying each other’s company. John died in 2019, and shortly after, Joyce moved to Seguin to be near her daughter and son-in-law.

Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, her husbands John Willis and John Lee, her brother Winchester Kelso, her son John Mitchell Willis, III, and her grandson Daryl Richey.

Left behind to celebrate her legacy are her children Joyce Willis Richey (Don), John Scott Lee (Rob), Doug Lee (Nancy), and Timothy Lee; grandchildren (who knew her as GranLady) Molly Willis Lopez (Danilo), Leanne Richey Boddie (Bryce), Jennifer Willis McNeil (Mason), Amanda Lee Edwards (Matt), and Katherine Lee Mullins (Nathan); and great-grandchildren Endie Boddie, Makeda Boddie, Leigh Edwards, and Adam Edwards as well as her beloved nieces, nephew, their families, longtime friends, and her St. Andrew’s Family.

A memorial service celebrating Joyce’s life will be held on Saturday, March 2, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church with the Reverend Stephen Shortess and the Reverend Patricia Riggins officiating. A reception will follow in McKeogh Hall.

For those that wish, memorials may be made to St. Andrews Episcopal Church for the Lift High Your Legacy Campaign, 201 E. Nolte, Seguin, Texas, 78155, or a charity of your choice.

You are invited to sign the guest book at www.tresehewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

VITAL STATISTICS

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Hewell

Doris Eileen Soefje Hewell, age 95 of Seguin, passed away on February 22, 2024. Doris was born on April 27, 1928, in Leesville, Texas to Hilda (Grimm) and Dono Soefje.

Doris joined the Methodist Church in Leesville, Texas at 13 and regularly attended church and Sunday School. She attended school in Leesville for eleven years graduating as the Class Salutatorian. After graduation, she went to work for Southwestern Bell Company as a telephone operator.

On June 6, 1948, she married Clarence Alvin Hewell at the Methodist Church in Leesville. They were blessed with four children, Catherine Eileen Hewell Vorpahl, Sharon Esther Hewell, Patricia Ann Hewell, and Clarence Alvin Hewell, Jr.

After her son Al started school, she worked as a bookkeeper at Hewell Brothers Chevrolet in Nixon. The family moved to Seguin in 1967 where Doris worked as a Martin L. Steger Supply Company bookkeeper. She served on the Board of Directors and was the Board Secretary. After twenty-two years of service, she retired in 1989.

Doris enjoyed quilting, gardening, and working in the yard. Her most special times were spent among family and friends, especially at Soefje/ Grimm, Hewell/Hensley gatherings, or Leesville Homecoming Celebrations.

Doris and Alvin were active members of the First Methodist Church of Seguin, where she held a life membership in the United Methodist Women organization.

Doris is preceded in death by her loving husband of 64 years, Alvin Hewell, daughter Patricia Ann Hewell, son-in-law, Earnest Vorpahl, parents and her mother-in-law and father-in-law, Ruby Esther (Hensley) and Thomas Coke Hewell, Sr., her brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Thomas and Frances Hewell and John Bird and Wildajean Hewell, and nieces Marian Sue Baenziger, Martha Jo Haas and husband Gary, and Peggy Hewell, and great-

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nephew Kenny Eshelman.

Survivors include her daughters, Cathy Vorpahl and Sharon Hewell and fiancé Mick Mikulenka; son, Al Hewell, and wife Kathy; sister, Carol Dodgen and husband Tom; grandchildren, Jeffery Jubela and fiancé Mary Just Buchholz, Kyle Jubela and wife Lisa, Kristopher Vorpahl, Kimberley Vorpahl, Dr. Valerie Hewell, and husband Jared Lundgren, and Brien Hewell and wife Elizabeth; great-grandchildren, Michael Vorpahl, Hunter Jubela, and wife Macey. Ryland Jubela, Reese Jubela, Emma Jubela, Gavin Vorpahl, Morgan Sekula and husband Austin, Caleb Kunde and wife Cassie, Max Kunde, Bailee Anderson, Emery Vorpahl, Laura Hewell, Blake Lundgren, Bali Buchholz, and Mason Buchholz; great-great-grandchildren, Wyatt Jubela and Hudson Jubela; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends.

Visitation will be held on Monday, February 26, 2024, from 5:00 to 7:00 PM at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at Nixon Methodist Church with the Reverend Audrey Hewell officiating. Interment will follow in the Nixon Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Richardson Center.

Pallbearers will be Jeffery Jubela, Kyle Jubela, Kristopher Vorpahl, Kimberley Vorpahl, Valerie Hewell, and Brien Hewell. Honorary pallbearers will be Tom Dodgen, Stephen Dodgen, Troy DePalermo, Colby DePalermo, Johnny Hewell, Joe Hewell, Tommy Hewell, Dean Eshelman, Mike Bond, Louis Soefje Jr., Stanley Burris, and K. John Odom.

Instead of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Leesville Cemetery, CR 155, Leesville, Texas 78122, or to the Nixon Cemetery Association, P.O. Box 427 Nixon, Texas 78140, or Nixon Methodist Church, 410 N Franklin Ave, Nixon, TX 78140.

The family would like to give special thanks to her caregiver and friend, Diana Montanez, along with Lynn Hancock and her staff at Willowbrook Personal Care Home.

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.

Steven Keith “Steve” Tschoepe, age 65 of Seguin, passed away on February 24, 2024. Steve was born on March 6, 1958 in Seguin, Texas to Barbara Jean (Blay) and Allen Ray Tschoepe.

Immediate survivors include his brother, Doug Tschoepe, and sister, Tina Van Booven, and husband Steve; Arrangements are pending.

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.

Funeral arrangements are pending at Eunice and Lee Mortuary for Rev. Ronnie Shepherd who died at the age of 72. He is survived by his sister, Marie Weekly.

VITAL STATISTICS

Arriaga

Jesse Arriaga died recently at the age of 76. Graveside services will be held March 6th at 2:30 pm. At Ft.Sam Houston National Cemetery. He is survived by his daughter, Laurie San Miguel. Services entrusted to the reverent care of Eunice and Lee Mortuary

Kanas

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of Joseph “Joe” George Kanas, age 70, of New Braunfels, Texas, on February 18, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Mary Kanas. He is survived by his wife, Sharon Forester Kanas; son, Justin Joseph Kanas (wife Amy Kanas) of Bulverde, Texas; son, Derek Kyle Joseph Kanas (wife Taylor Kanas) of Tomball, Texas; and daughter, Brooke Nicole Kanas of Dallas, Texas. “Papa Joe” was blessed with four grandchildren: Avery, Brooks, Jackson and Peyton. He is also survived by his sister, Joanie Stoddard of Liberty, New York and brother, Jeffrey Kanas (wife Jean Kanas) of East Moriches, New York, and nephews and nieces.

Joe was born on February 17, 1954, in Port Jefferson, New York to John and Mary Kanas. He grew up in East Moriches, New York, where he attended Eastport High School. After graduating, he attended the University of South Hampton where he played basketball. He ended up leaving the University to play professional baseball for the Marion Mets Baseball Club which was an affiliate of the New York Mets. He played minor league baseball for several years with his final year being down south in Texas with the Seguin Toros. After playing one season with the Toros, he finished his professional baseball

career playing seven more years with the Seguin Steelers, a semi-professional baseball club, where he made lifelong friends.

In the summer of 1985, Joe met the love of his life, Sharon, at the Varsity Inn Diner in Seguin, Texas. They married on August 9, 1986. He spent most of his career in the car business and was blessed to finish with Bluebonnet Motors of nearly 20 years. Joe was always his family’s first call, as well as many others, when needing advice on life’s challenges. He always responded with optimism, kindness, and generosity. His great passions in life were coaching and attending his kids’ sporting events, playing golf with his buddies, boating on the lake with the family, going on beach and winter vacations, and most of all spending time with his grandchildren. He was known for his great cooking and enjoyed preparing the most delicious turkey and gravy for every Thanksgiving gathering with family and friends. Joe will forever be remembered for his strong work ethic, loyalty, positive attitude, and most of all, love for his family and friends.

A celebration of Joe’s life will be held at 11 am on February 27, 2024, at Oakwood Church in New Braunfels, Texas. In true Joe Kanas fashion and to honor his memory, feel free to wear your favorite tie. Flowers are welcome or memorials may be made to New Braunfels Canyon Athletic Booster Club at https://in-memoryof-joe-kanas.cheddarup.com/(https://in-memory-of-joe-kansa.cheddarup.com). Your prayers for the family are greatly appreciated.

The family would like to thank Bluebonnet Motors, Oakwood Church, and so many in the New Braunfels community for their most gracious love and support.

Please sign the guestbook at www.doeppenschmidtfuneralhome.com

Health Care Costs Lead Financial Worries

(Undated) -- Health care costs rank high among U.S. adults’ financial concerns. That’s according to a recent KFF poll, which found that unexpected medical bills and the cost of health care services top the list of expenses that adults worry about affording. The poll also found that voters who struggle with monthly bills are more likely to say it’s “very important” for presidential candidates to talk about health care and economic-related issues. This includes issues like the affordability of health care, the future of Medicaid and prescription drug costs.

VP Harris Slams AL Embryo Ruling (Washington, DC) -- Vice President Kamala Harris says the Alabama Supreme Court ruling that frozen embryos are considered children is “outrageous.” Last week’s ruling said embryos created during in-vitro fertilization are “extra uterine children,” and in Alabama are legally protected like any other child. On X Wednesday, Harris said the ruling was outrageous and was already “robbing women of the freedom to decide when and how to build a family.” The White House on Tuesday called the ruling the type of chaos that they expected when the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

University Of Alabama Pauses IVF Treatments After Embryo Ruling (Montgomery, AL) -- The University of Alabama is pausing its IVF services after a recent ruling by the state’s Supreme Court. Earlier this week, the Alabama Supreme Court ruled that frozen embryos are children. The decision comes from a 2022 case, where several couples filed a wrongful death lawsuit after frozen embryos were dropped on the floor by a hospital patient. The University of Alabama says they’re “saddened” to have to suspend IVF treatments, but they must do so while they evaluate the potential that patients or doctors “could be prosecuted criminally” for conducting IVF treatments.

Poll: More Than Half Of Adults Positively View The Affordable Care Act (Washington, DC) -- More than half of adults have a positive view of the Affordable Care Act. A new poll from the health policy research group KFF found that nearly six in ten U.S. adults have a favorable view of Obamacare. That includes more than three-quarters of Democratic voters and nearly half of Independent voters who want the law to be expanded. Meanwhile, 39-percent of Republicans would like the Affordable Care Act to be repealed and nearly a quarter of Republicans said they want it scaled back.

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Seguin Public Library Canned Food Drive

The Seguin Public Library invites the community to share the love this February with a canned food drive. Donated canned goods will go to the Christian Cupboard. The local food pantry offers food to working families and others in need in the community. All non-perishable food items can be dropped off at the Seguin Public Library at any time during the month of February. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.

Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program

The City of Seguin is now accepting applications for the Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to a 75 percent matching grant, with a maximum grant awarded to an applicant not to exceed $10,000. Improvements and other expenditures eligible under the Seguin BIG Program include facade improvements, sign improvements, site improvements, and other real property improvements. Program Guidelines and Applications are available online at www. SeguinTexas.gov or at www.SeguinEDC.com. Applications must be submitted through the BIG application portal which can be accessed by visiting: https://bit.ly/seguin-big24 by the close of business on the last day of each month. For more information, visit www.SeguinEDC.com, or call 830-401-2476.

Book Nuts Book Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its free Book Nuts Book Club at 1:30 p.m. and again at 4:30 p.m. Monday, Feb. 26. This month’s book discussion will be Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Toddler Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 27. There will be songs, rhymes, and stories followed by about 15 minutes of play time. This program is approximately 45 minutes long including play time and is geared towards ages 1-2. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Preschool Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 27. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Teen Tuesday Drop-In – Super Smash Bros. Tournament

The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 27 featuring a Super Smash Bros. Tournament. Teens ages 12 - 17 can drop in anytime between 4 and 5:30pm on Tuesdays to hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Tai Chi Tuesday

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 27 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

AA Meetings

The Seguin Primary Purpose Group of AA will meet at 7 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 315 S. Crockett St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-386-0334.

Texas Lutheran University Tax Clinic

The Texas Lutheran University Tax Clinic will be open to the public through Monday, April 15. Hours of operation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. every Wednesday and from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. Please note the clinic will be closed during TLU’s Spring Break, Saturday, March 9 through Saturday, March 17. The clinic is located at 1000 West Court Street in Seguin. To drop off materials, drive in the Main Entrance off of Court Street and get in line. A volunteer will be there to greet you. Taxpayers will then remain in their cars, and student volunteers will come to you and gather tax information, and provide the tax return to you. For further questions, call 830-372-6050.

Baby Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 28. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 and meets every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Family Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 28. There will be stories, rhymes, songs and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5 every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Kids Coding Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its free Kids Coding Club at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 28. Learn coding basics with Scratch, Cubelets, and other fun activities hosted by library staff. Attendees MUST be between the listed ages of 6 to 11. Kids Coding Club will meet on the fourth Wednesday of each month. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov.

Adult Craft Night

The Seguin Public Library will have an Adult Craft Night at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 29. Participants will create their own Mandela painting. All materials will be provided. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov.

Celebrate Recovery

The Celebrate Recovery ministry at Crossroads Church meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday nights at 3455 W. Hwy 90 in Seguin. Celebrate recovery is for anyone dealing with anxiety, alcohol, depression, codependency, unforgiveness, self doubt, addiction, grief, eating disorders, relationships, anger, substance abuse, destructive behavior, spending, stress, and more. For more information call 830-251-2080.

March

March Chamber Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its March Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, March 6 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. The meal is $20 for members in advance and $25 for non-members and after Friday, March 1. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

AARP Taxaide Assistance at the Library

The AARP will be preparing taxes at the Seguin Public Library

in the Technology Lab from 9 a.m. to noon on Fridays and Saturdays until Saturday, April 13. Tax preparation assistance is by appointment ONLY. Walk-ins will not be accepted. Appointments can be made at www.aarp.org/money/taxes/aarp_taxaide. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides tax assistance to anyone, free of charge, with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50 or have low to moderate income. You may also call 830-351-8545 for assistance. Visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

World Day of Prayer at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church

The Guadalupe County Church Women United is hosting the World Day of Prayer at 2 p.m. Friday, March 1 at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, located at 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin. Each year women from a different country prepare the content of the service, highlighting their culture and regional justice issues. This year the celebration was written by Palestinian Christian women.

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, March 1 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The beneficiary will be the Guadalupe Child Welfare Board and entertainment will be provided by Wyatt Arp & Charlie Bragg.

Breaking Barriers: Celebrating Women in STEM Conference

Texas Lutheran University will host its first Women in STEM Conference beginning with registration and breakfast at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, March 2. To RSVP, visit https://sites.google. com/view/tlu-breakingbarriers/home.

Garage/Rummage Sale

The Guadalupe County Humane Society will have its Garage/ Rummage Sale at 8 a.m. Saturday, March 2 behind the businesses located at 2511 N. State Hwy 46. There will be household items, home décor, clothes, tools, yard and garden items and furniture. All proceeds help sustain GCHS’ daily operations, as well as help finance our low-cost Spay/Neuter program.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, March 2 at Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Ceramic Garden Worms and Pots Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Ceramic Garden Worms and Pots Class from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, March 2 and Saturday, March 16 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will create a garden worm to accessorize plants, and a pinch pot to enjoy your favorite beverage or snack. Skills learned include the extrusion process, applying texture and decoration, color and glazing. The cost is $40 with supplies included. The Class is limited to 10 adults ages 14 and older. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Mixed Pot Bowling & BBQ Plate Sale Benefit

There will be a Mixed Pot Bowling and BBQ Plate Sale benefiting medical expenses for Laubach Bowling Club President, Evan Ramsey on Saturday, March 2 at the Laubach Bowling Club. BBQ plates will be available at 11 a.m. and the bowling begins at 1 p.m. for $30 per bowler $180 per team. For more information or to register a team, text or call April Ellingson at 210-854-2746.

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COMMUNITY

Toast to Texas

The City of Seguin and the Seguin Chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas (DRT) will celebrate the 38th Annual Toast to Texas from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 2 at Central Park in downtown Seguin. There will be Lil’ Texan Activities, performances by Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin Mariachi and Ballet Folklorico De La Rosa, and by the Jefferson Drum Corps. The Toast to Texas program will be held at 1:30 p.m. and will also be broadcast on KWED AM 1580 and seguintoday.com. There will also booths with local businesses, artists, and non-profit groups. The Sheriff’s Mounted Posse will also be in attendance.

Johann Heinrich Conrad Glenewinkel Family Reunion

The 66th annual Johann Heinrich Conrad Glenewinkel Family Reunion will be held on at 11 a.m. Sunday, March 3rd at the Albert Kypfer Lodge in Clear Springs. Bring a side dish and or dessert, your German Sweet Rice for the contest, and an item for the auction. There will be games and door prizes.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 3. Entertainment will be provided by Merles. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group

The NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group for adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30-8 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month at First Methodist Church. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

The Gathering Music Show and Dance

The Gathering Music Show and Dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, March 5 at the Geronimo VFW. The doors open at 5:30 with at $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Pecan Valley Communicators

The Pecan Valley Communicators, a community club dedicated to helping members become better speakers and leaders, will meet at 6:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. The annual dues are $24.

NAMI Family Support Group

The NAMI Family Support Group for adult family members and friends of adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at First Methodist Church Seguin. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Parkinson’s Support Group

The Gonzales Area Parkinson’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. the 1st Thursday of each month in the Fellowship Hall at the Presbyterian Church, located at 414 St. Louis St. in Gonzales. For more information visit lonestarparkinsonsociety.com or email gapsg23@gmail.com.

Leadership Seguin Golf Tournament – Swing For Seguin

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Seguin will have its Swing for Seguin Golf Tournament beginning with registration at 8 a.m. on Friday, March 8 at

Starcke Park Golf Course. The fee is $500 per team of four. All proceeds will benefit the Walnut Spring Park near downtown Seguin. To register or sponsor, call 830-379-6382 or email leadershipseguin24@gmail.com.

Impressionist Interpretation of Big Bend in Oils Class

The Seguin Art League will offer an Impressionist Interpretation of Big Bend in oils done with palette knives Class from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, March 8 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Class is limited to 10 adults. Bring your own supplies and a sack lunch. Materials list is at the Seguin Art League gallery. The cost is $80.

International Women’s Day Habi-Hour

The Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio & Guadalupe Valley will celebrate International Women’s Day with a Habi-Hour from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, March 8 at Sips & Gulps, located at 501 N. Austin St. in Seguin. To RSVP, call 830401-0422.

Second Saturday at Community Cycles Seguin

The Community Cycles Seguin will be open from 9 a.m. to noon every second Saturday of the month at 421 Dolle Avenue in Seguin. The community is encouraged to visit and access the tools, knowledge, and helpful volunteers needed to get bicycles fixed. They also accept bikes for donation, and have refurbished bikes for sale. All proceeds support this non-profit service to the community. For more information, email info@communitycyclesseguinorg.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 10. Entertainment will be provided by Jesse Lege and Cajun Stomp. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Seguin Art League Fine Silver Charm Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Fine Silver Charm Class from 2 to 3 p.m. Friday, March 15 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will fold fine silver metal strips into links and slide the links together to form a charm. The class is for ages 10 and up and the cost is $30 which includes fine silver, tool use, kiln firing, and tumble polish. Drop-ins are welcome. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 17. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group

The First Presbyterian Church, Seguin is offering a Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group at 6 p.m. Tuesday, March 19 at 1121 E. Walnut St. The group is available to assist with questions regarding your rights and benefits available to you and will meet the third Tuesday of the month. For questions or more information, call 830-3795421. If there is no answer, leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as they receive the message.

Veterans Coffee & Camaraderie

The Veterans Outreach Center will have Veterans Coffee & Camaraderie at 9 a.m. the 3rd Thursday of every month in

the lounge. To RSVP, call 830-303-4188, Ext. 1249.

Caregiver Cafe

There will be a Caregiver Cafe at 9 a.m. on the 1st Thursday of the month at Spirit f Joy Lutheran Church and at 2 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of the month at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church. This will be an informal gathering for caregivers to share with each other over a cup of coffee and refreshments while learning stress-relieving, relaxation techniques or hearing from guest speakers on helpful subjects. For more information, call 830-272-0040, ext. 104 and leave a message.

Intuitive Watercolor Class

The Seguin Art League will offer an Intuitive Watercolor Class from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 23 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $30 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Mental Health First Aid for Youth and Teens Workshop

The Precious Life Services will present, Mental Health First Aid for Youth and Teens, from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, March 23 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. Hwy. 46 in Seguin. The free monthly workshop is for ages 13 and up. There will be in-depth discussions on topics such as stress management, coping skills, and selfcare. Students will learn practical strategies for managing their mental health and well-being, mindfulness exercises, breathing techniques, and other relaxation methods. Registration is required by visiting https://preciouslifesuicideprevention.org/mental-health-first-aid/. Space is limited to 10 students per workshop.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, March 24. Entertainment will be provided by Cactus Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Ceremony to Honor Vietnam Veterans

The Veterans Outreach Center will host a Ceremony to Honor Our Vietnam Veterans on from 3 to 5 p.m. March 28 at 205 E. Weinert St. During the ceremony Guadalupe Valley Young Marines will be helping to pin Vietnam Veterans who have not been pinned and thanking those who have been pinned. The Special guest speaker is Lt. General Brad Webb. Please RSVP at 830-303-4188, ext 1249.

Chamber March After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its March After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 28 at the Bar Seguin, located 410 N. Austin St. For tickets information, visit https://secure.acceptiva.com/?cst=9bcc07. For more information, call 830-372-8037 or email absommers@tlu,edu.

April

TLU Front Row 2024

The Texas Lutheran University is celebrating 20 years of Front Row with Verne Lundquist and Terry Bradshaw from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, April 5 at the Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk, located at 123 Losoya St. in San Antonio.

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The South Pregnancy Care Center will have its Festival for Life event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 13 (Come & Go) at the Columbus Club of Seguin, located at 1015 S. Austin St. There will be a burger meal beginning at 11 a.m. until sold out, live music, and a dessert auction from 2:15 to 3 p.m.

Food Distribution Event

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

Seguin Art League Class

The Seguin Art League encourages adults to bring your acrylics, brushes, and canvas (8x10 or 11x 4) to the Seguin Art League and let Mary show you how to create a beautiful acrylic bluebonnet landscape masterpiece. The class be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Bring own supplies. For more information 830-305-0472.

Guadalupe County Wildlife Management Association Spring Meeting

The Guadalupe County Wildlife Management Association will have its Spring Meeting beginning with a Social Hour at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 19 at the The Big Red Barn, located at Cordova Rd. Dinner plates are $15 and will be provided by Next Door Catering. RSVP to reserve dinner plates by emailing guadcountywma@gmail.com or calling 830-660-3296.

Seguin River 5K Run/Walk

The Seguin Faith Lutheran Church will have its Seguin River 5k Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 20 at the Seguin Dance Pavillion, located at 950 S. Austin Str. in Seguin. For event details visit www.athleteguild.com/event/seguin-tx/2024-seguin-5k-river-runwalk. For questions, contact Cody Goetz at SeguinRiverRun@gmail.com. Proceeds benefit the South Texas Pregnancy Care Center.

Non-Profit Expo

The Guadalupe County Fair will host a Non-Profit Expo from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24 at the Seguin Event Complex, located at 950 S. Austin St. There will be booths, fun things for kids, door prizes, and a big equipment rodeo. The expo is free and booth space for non-profits are free. For profit booths are also available for a fee. Live commercial minutes are also available. For more information and to secure a booth, call 830-379-6477, email gcfairoffice@gmail.com, or visit www.gcfair.org.

May

Chamber Teacher of the Year Banquet

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Teacher of the Year Banquet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, May 6 at the Seguin Coliseum. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the cost is $25 per person. For more details, call 830-379-6382.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, May 20 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Leadership Seguin Graduation Dinner

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Leadership Seguin Graduation Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28 at the Geronimo Community Center, located at 280 Navarro Dr. Tickets are $25 per person. To RSVP, call 830-379-6382.

June

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 1 at Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

July

Food Distribution Event

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

August

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, August 24 at GRMC, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

September

Food Distribution Event

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

October

Food Distribution Event

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

November

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at GRMC, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

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 830-303-4188 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.

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PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS: Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Administration for the Estate of Jerry Wade Jaeger, Deceased, were issued on February 21, 2024, in Cause No. 2023-PC-0432, pending in the County Court of Guadalupe County, Texas, to: Joyce Jaeger.

All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Frank B. Suhr, Attorney at Law, 473 S. Seguin Ave, Ste. 100, New Braunfels, Texas 78130 -

DATED the 21st day of February, 2024

FOR RENT

2-BEDROOM AND 1 AND HALF BATH APARTMENT, with washer/dryer hook-up. 225-A Signal Hill, Seguin. $950 month/$950 deposit plus a $250 electric deposit. Available March 1st, call 830-832-1482.