Jefferson and Seguin Grad Twitero to Compete at NCAA Indoor Championships

The Bulldogs will send two entries (Elijah Jefferson, Gerrit Twitero) in hopes of NCAA individual championships.

MEET INFO:

MARCH 10-11, 2023

Where: Birmingham CrossPlexBirmingham, Alabama

Time: All-day (Men’s 200 meter prelims/ finals - 4:15 p.m. CST Friday, March 10; Men’s high jump 3:45 p.m. Saturday, March 11)

Live Stats: https://live.deltatiming.com/ meets/20071

SEGUIN, Texas -- After a record breaking indoor season, the Bulldogs have two set on the biggest mark of them all - an individual NCAA championship.

Texas Lutheran men’s track and field sends two entries to the NCAA Indoor Track and Field Championships to represent TLU in their respective events. Elijah Jefferson (San Antonio/ Construction Careers Academy) will compete in the 200m dash - currently ranking 15th in the nation and second in the West with a season-best time of 21.58 seconds.

Gerrit Twitero (McQueeney/Seguin) travels to Birmingham with eyes on the individual national title in the high jump. Twitero enters the Championships tied for 8th nationally and second overall in the West region on the indoor qualifying list with a season-best mark of 2.05 meters.

Elijah Jefferson will start the competition for the Bulldogs on Friday at 4:15 PM in the first heat of the 200m dash preliminaries. Gerrit Twitero will compete on Saturday in Flight 1 of the high jump at 3:45 PM.

For all updates on Texas Lutheran Track and Field, follow @tluthrows and @tluxctf on Instagram as well as as all official TLU Athletics accounts. All schedule updates can be found on tlubulldogs.com.

CrenShaw

Funeral Services for Jerome Joseph Crenshaw will be held Tuesday, March 14th at 10AM from the Agape Ministry Church on N.Judson Rd. In San Antonio. The body will lie in state at the Church from 9AM to 10AM. Interment will be at Marion Cemetery. Services entrusted to the reverent care of Eunice and Lee Mortuary

Smith

Johnnie Albert Smith of Yorktown, formerly of Kingsbury, passed away on March 9, 2023 at the age of 93 years and 10 months. He is survived by his wife Mary Lou and three daughters, Debbie, Donna, and Nancy. He had 5 children, 8 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren. He was married for 66 years and 10 months. He is preceded in death by sons, Gary and Dennis, his parents and 9 siblings.

Johnnie was a devoted husband and father. He was a deacon in his church and loved the Lord. He raised his children to love the Lord as well. He loved his country and served it proudly in the United States Army in WWII and Korea, loved to fish and hunt and volunteer with the fire department.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 14, 2023 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 10:30 a.m. at the Kingsbury Baptist Church with the Rev. Tom Jones and Brother John Rabon officiating and military honors conducted. Graveside services and interment will be held on Thursday, March 16, 2023 at 9 a.m. at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.

Serving as pallbearers will be Jason Smith, Jacob Smith, Aaron Morris, Larry Coons, David Larison and Bill Harborth.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Samaritan’s Purse, P.O. Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607.

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.

Sen. McConnell Treated For Concussion (Washington, DC) -- Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell is in the hospital being treated for a concussion. The Kentucky Republican tripped and fell at a dinner event last night in Washington, DC. McConnell’s communications director says he’s expected to remain in the hospital for a few days for treatment and observation. The 81-year-old has served in the Senate since the mid-1980s.

California Pulling Back 54 Million Dollar Prison Contract With Walgreens Over Abortion Pill Sales In Other States (Sacramento, CA) -- California Governor Gavin Newsom says his state is pulling back its renewal of a 54-million-dollar contract with Walgreens because of the company’s decision to not sell abortion pills in 20 other states. Walgreens is still selling abortion pills in California, but has stopped selling them in parts of the country where the state attorneys general say it is against local laws. Newsom says California is pulling back the contract to provide prescription drugs to prison inmates in the state.

CDC Investigates Mystery Illness Among 300+ On Galveston Cruise Ship (Galveston, TX) -- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating an outbreak of a gastrointestinal illness on a cruise ship out of Galveston. The Ruby Princess was on a cruise from February 26th through March 5th. Of the nearly 29-hundred passengers, 284 came down with symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea. In addition, 34 of the more than 11-hundred crew members fell ill. It’s not known when the first case of the disease was reported. The CDC is trying to figure out the cause of the sickness, which doesn’t yet have a name.

NYC

Doctor Sentenced For Trading Oxycodone Pills For Sex,

Cash (New York, NY) -- A Manhattan doctor will spend more than 12 years behind bars for trading oxycodone for sex, cocaine and cash. Prosecutors say Howard Adelglass operated a pain management clinic in Midtown and wrote thousands of prescriptions for oxycodone and other pain relief pills for patients he knew did not need the pills for any legitimate reason. The U.S. Attorney’s Office says Adelglass would solicit and receive sex acts, cocaine and cash payments in exchange for the pills. Prosecutors allege he gave the drugs to people already addicted to opioids, and some of them would then sell the oxycodone pills on the street.

Discover Rocks Program

The Guadalupe Master Naturalists will present its “Discover Rocks” Program from 3:30 to 4 p.m. Monday, March 13 at the Seguin Public Library. Staggered start times will allow pre-k through 4th grade children and their parents or accompanying adult to rotate to various learning stations. Participants will use their senses of vision, touch, smell, taste, and hearing to make observations of different rock types.

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 15 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.

Retired School Personnel Meeting

The Seguin-Guadalupe County Retired School Personnel will meet from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 14 at the Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. All retired public school district personnel are welcome to attend and join the Association.

Native Plant Society Meeting

The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society will have its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 14 at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. Parking will be in the rear of the church and you can enter from N. Moss St. The presenter will be Master Beekeeper, Mark de Kiewiet on the cycle and seasonal interaction between climate, plants, and bees. There will be a plant/seed exchange and social time at 6:30 p.m., followed by the program. For more information visit http://npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.

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.

Seguin Young Professionals Lunch and Learn

The Seguin Young Professionals of the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have a Lunch and Learn from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 15 at Court Street Coffee. The speaker will be Seguin Economic Development Corporation Director, Josh Schneuker on public speaking. RSVP by visiting www.seguinchamber.com/ events.

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 GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. 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.

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.

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.

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.

Beginning Basket Making Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Beginning Basket Making Class from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 16 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn to make a coil basket with fabric. This fun and relaxing basket making technique will give you the skills you need to create more. The cost is $30, supplies included. The class is limited to 10. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Habitat for Humanity Dedication Ceremony

The Guadalupe County Habitat for Humanity will have a Dedication Ceremony of the Montanez family home from 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 16 at 957 Allende St.

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.

Knights of Columbus Fish Fry

The Knights of Columbus will have a Fish Fry from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 17 at the Columbus Club, located at 1015 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Plates include fish and three sides for $12 and will be available to go or dine-in.

The Nutty Elks Spring Fling Artisan & Craft Show

The Nutty Elks Spring Fling Artisan & Craft Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 18 at the Seguin Elks Lodge, located at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. Admission and parking are free. There will be music, food trucks, artisans, crafters, collectibles, and more.

One Stroke Flower Painting Class

The Seguin Art League will have a One Stroke Flower Painting Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will learn the one stroke technique by painting different types of flowers and leaves. The cost is $35 and supplies are included. The class is limited to 10 adults.

Knights of Columbus Pork Steak Plate Sale

The Knights of Columbus will have a Pork steak Plate Sale from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 19 at the Columbus Club, located at 1015 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Plates include pork steak and three sides for $12.

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 830-3034188 ext. 1249.

CCSCT Releases Utility Assistance Application for 2023 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.

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.

Republican Women Luncheon

The Guadalupe County Republican Women will have its monthly Luncheon, featuring Former CIA Operations Officer, Eric Burkhart, at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 23. Lunch is available for $15 by making reservations by March 20. Call or text Glenda Layton at 830-391-3979. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw. com.

Comal Country Music Show

The Comal Country Music Show will be held from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, March 21 at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 111 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The feature guests performers will be Britt Ballenger and Amy Ballenger. The doors open at 6 p.m. with an $8 cover charge. Proceeds benefit Charity.

Co-Ed Youth Volleyball League

The City of Seguin Parks & Recreation Department will offer a Co-Ed Youth Volleyball League for children in the 2nd through 5th grades from Saturday, March 25 through Saturday, May 6. Grades 2nd and 3rd will play from 8 to 9 a.m. and 4th and 5th grades will play from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the volleyball courts near the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is 55 which includes a jersey and team photo. To register, visit www.seguintexas.gov/sports. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Continued on the next page.