SDN: March 23, 2023

City manager gets vote of CONFIDENCE from Seguin City Council

(Seguin) -- The Seguin City Council is once again singing the praises of City Manager Steve Parker. The council met in closed session on Tuesday to conduct Parker’s annual job performance evaluation. Council members returned to open session and agreed to give Parker a pay raise and to offer some additional incentives. The action was laid out in a motion made by City Councilman Bill Keller.

“I move that we give our city manager 2.5 percent merit increase, a one-time merit payment incentive of $10,000, 40-hours additional personal leave annually, plus 20 hours annually that was given last year with the intent to be yearly, and that is my motion,” said Keller.

The council unanimously approved that motion. Parker then spoke briefly, and said he

appreciates the vote of confidence. He also took some time to recognize city staff. He says those people are really what make things work in the city of Seguin.

“Thank you, mayor and council. That means a lot. I’ve got to thank my team. They are amazing. All the list of accomplishments that we sent out, could (not) have been done (without them). It is amazing, the list, when you go back, and you review it --what happened just in the last year, it was a really crazy schedule. This community is my home. This team is my family, which includes you. I thank you very much and I will keep up the hard work,” said Parker.

Parker who manages the dayto-day operations of the city, including its utilities, has been the city manager in Seguin since January 2020.

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City provides update on legislative session

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- Officials at Seguin City Hall are keeping a close eye on the current legislative session in Austin. City staff provided a legislative update during Tuesday’s meeting of the Seguin City Council.

City Manager Steve Parker says there are several bills that could potentially impact cities across the state. He says there’s a political struggle going on between the state and some much larger cities. He says some of the proposed changes could impact smaller cities like Seguin, which is why he said they wanted to discuss some of those bills. Many of the bills discussed by Parker dealt with local control, and how he believes that makes a difference for Seguin and many other communities across the state.

“They’re really trying to take over the controls that city have, and I think we would all agree that we think that we do a very good job of our local controls -- setting our tax rates, trying to get the services, the infrastructure that our community wants, whether it’s fixing roads, whatever it may be, that we have a lot of say so in that. But there’s a lot of infighting...that

stems from relationships that the state has with the city of Austin and city of San Antonio (and) some of these larger communities that are really trying to put in different types of legislation, that would preempt state law, and so there’s a lot of infighting related to that,” said Parker.

A large portion of the legislative update was given by Seguin Economic Development Director Josh Schneuker, who focused on several bills that could potentially enhance or hinder economic development opportunities in Seguin.

One bill that would definitely help Seguin and Guadalupe County was House Bill 4997. Schneuker says this bill was filed by State Representative John Kuempel, a Republican from Seguin. The bill would allow the Texas State Technical College (TSTC) to build a new campus in Guadalupe and Comal counties. Schneuker says this would be a great opportunity for the Seguin and New Braunfels areas if TSTC is allowed to develop a campus in this region. Session, pg. 3

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“We’ve been working very closely with TSTC and our colleagues up in New Braunfels as well for this legislation. This would give TSTC the authority to build a campus somewhere in Comal (County) and/ or Guadalupe County. How that would look right now is still to be determined. There’s a couple of options. It could be one large campus. It could be multiple campuses that can fit the needs of each community. New Braunfels might have different educational needs, (and) Seguin and our industry might have different educational needs. So, you (might have) some separate campuses in each of those communities. This is legislation that was introduced by Representative Kuempel. We did speak with all of our reps regarding this. For the most part, everybody seems to be on board. So, we’re hoping this is the first step forward to, you know, getting this moving towards hopefully creating a new TSTC campus somewhere in our region,” said Schneuker.

The Alamo College District already offers some courses at the Central Texas Technology Center (CTTC), which is located in Guadalupe County and also in the New Braunfels city limits. Schneuker says the proposed new TSTC campus would be something all together different and could pinpoint more training and educational needs in this region. It would also allow TSTC to set up its local campus, even though this area is technically within the Alamo College District’s boundaries. Local officials have already worked

with TSTC to bring the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education, or FAME program, to the area. This is a relatively new job-training partnership that’s slated to be offered by TSTC at the existing CTTC. Schneuker says that’s an example of how a new TSTC campus could more broadly benefit Seguin, New Braunfels, Guadalupe County, Comal County, and many other locations in this region.

“If this House Bill was passed, it would actually exempt TSTC from those service area jurisdiction rules. So right now, the way that we were able to get the FAME program established in Guadalupe County at the CTTC, is we had to leverage legislation that was passed last session regarding a right of first refusal. So the FAME program was presented to the Alamo Colleges, and Alamo Colleges declined to serve as the educational provider. That opened up the door for us to go out to TSTC. If this legislation is passed, it would pretty much give TSTC open flexibility to bring in all new programs. They wouldn’t have to go through that process every single time. There is another bill that is somewhat related to those service area jurisdiction rules. It’s House Bill 3048. This would essentially exempt TSTC statewide from those service jurisdiction rules. I’m not sure if this is something that’s going to make it all the way through. It has been referred to committee, but you know this would really help out. I know a lot of communities that I’ve talked to, that have faced similar issues with not being in the taxing jurisdiction of a community college and not really getting the full needs and services that they were demanding. So this is kind of piggybacking off what you were referencing there,” said Schneuker.

Schneuker says the city is also closely watching another bill that it supports. Senate Bill 1071 would allow the SH 130 Concession Company to pursue building a connector route between Seguin and New Braunfels. The route is believed to be an important transportation improvement for this area, and Schneuker says it’s also expected to have a significant positive economic impact for both communities if the connector route is built.

“This is something that I think could potentially have benefits to the city of Seguin. Obviously, there’s a lot of moving parts with this proposed route. But you know, if it is at the right locations, it could potentially create some very attractive commercial intersections, (and) it can open up some areas along SH 130 as well for further development. I think it has the potential as long as it is mutually beneficial to Seguin and New Braunfels, because that’s where the proposed connector would come in from I-35. It just has to be mutually beneficial to both communities for us to stay behind it. So as of right now, we’ve been engaged with those conversations and are pushing for that benefit to seeing as much as we can here, said Schneuker.

City officials say they are working together with state officials to make sure that the voices of this community are being heard on some of these important issues. The legislative session runs through May 29 in Austin.

No. 4 Bulldogs Use Long Ball to Sweep UMHB

SEGUIN, Texas -- The No. 4 Texas Lutheran softball team swept two games against Mary Hardin-Baylor at Ed Kruse Stadium on Tuesday as the Bulldogs wrapped up their 15-game homestand by beating the Crusaders 8-1 and 6-3.

In game one of the day, the Crusaders (11-8) took the 4th-ranked Bulldogs (15-2) the full seven innings Tuesday evening, clawing one run out in the first inning, but that was all senior pitcher Ashlyn Strother (Seabrook/ Clear Falls) would allow. Strother went the distance and surrendered one run on four hits and three walks to go with two strikeouts. The win moved Strother into sole possession of second place in TLU program history with 53 career wins. Laura Hernandez (Missouri City/Ridge Point) went yard for the fourth time this season in a 1-for-4, three RBI performance.

After allowing a run in the top of the first, TLU plated two runs in the bottom of the inning. Following a Caelee Clark (Montgomery/Lake Creek) walk and Linzee Leal (Corpus Christi/Mary Carroll) bunt single, Clark would steal home to get the Bulldogs on the board. Three walks would load the bases with one out for Laura Hernandez who would drive in TLU’s second run of the inning on a fielder’s choice.

The Bulldogs pushed two more runs across in the second inning via a sacrifice fly from Madison Johnson (Round Rock/Round Rock) and Annie Kay (Sinton/Sinton) scoring on a UMHB throwing error.

TLU would continue to pour it on in the third inning, adding three more runs to their lead with two coming from a two-run home run from Laura Hernandez. The home run was her fourth of the 2023 season and the tenth of her TLU career - tying her for sixth all-time in TLU softball history with Tiffany Haines (2002-05) and Nicole Snow (2014-17). Madison Johnson would drive in her second run of the game on a bases loaded walk to make it 7-1.

Annie Kay would score on yet another UMHB error in the fifth inning to bring the game to its final score of 8-1.

Isabella Rodriguez (Pearland/Pearland) led TLU at the plate with her two hits in three plate appearances. Caelee Clark would tie a TLU singlegame record with four walks in game one.

Texas Lutheran completed the sweep by winning game two by a final of 6-3. With the win, Texas Lutheran continued their streak against UMHB at home, winning every home matchup with the Crusaders since 2013.

In game two, it was freshman Serena Gonzalez (Corpus Christi/Foy H. Moody) that proved to be the difference - hitting two two- run home runs in the night cap.

Senior Amanda White (Lockhart/Lockhart) managed to keep the Crusaders offense at bay, tossing a complete game, striking out nine and surrendering three runs on seven hits.

TLU got on the board first in the first inning with Madison Johnson getting the scoring started with an RBI double. Serena Gonzalez would hit her first two-run home run of the night in the first to give TLU an early 3-0 lead.

UMHB would shrink the Bulldog lead to 3-1 in the second before the Bulldogs would add a single run on a UMHB error in the third to regain the three run advantage.

The Crusaders would shrink the TLU lead to 4-3 in the fifth before

the Bulldogs would respond with a two-run homer from the freshman Gonzalez to take a 6-3 advantage. The two home run performance matches a single-game record and the first occurrence since Haley Padilla against Mary Hardin-Baylor in 2021. Gonzalez now leads the SCAC with five home runs on the season.

UMHB would load the bases with no outs in the top of the seventh following two TLU errors and a single, but Amanda White would respond by striking out the next two batters before forcing a line out to end Tuesday night’s contest.

The Bulldogs return to the diamond on Friday, March 24, as they return to SCAC play, traveling to Shreveport, Louisiana to face the Ladies of Centenary College. First pitch is tentatively scheduled for 6 PM. All streaming and stat links can be found on tlubulldogs.com.

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 on tlubulldogs.com and all official TLU social media channels (@ tluathletics on Twitter, @tlu_athletics on Instagram and TikTok, and @ tlubulldogs on Facebook).

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Schade

Wilhelm “Bill” Schade, age 81 of Seguin, Texas passed away on March 16, 2023. Bill was born on March 24, 1941, in Germany.

Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Helene (Schade) and Herman Ratz, and his sister Inge Philbrook and his brothersin-law Jim Wacker and Billy Joe Hageman.

Survivors include his loving wife of 57 years, Constance “Connie” Korsmeyer Schade (they were married in Morton, Illinois); sons, Bob and (Wendy) Schade, Tim and (Andrea) Schade; grandchildren Courtney (Zachary) Smith, Caitlyn Schade, Caroline Schade, & Kinley Schade; sisters-in-law, Lil Wacker, Joyce (Richard) Dinel; numerous nephews, one niece, other loving family members and many friends.

Bill graduated from Lutheran West High School in Cleveland, Ohio in 1959. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Valparaiso University in 1964, and his Master of Education degree from Indiana University in 1969. Bill coached football in Portland, Oregon, Canton, Missouri, Alamosa, Colorado, and Fargo, North Dakota for 14 years prior to joining Connie’s parents in the grocery business in Pekin, Illinois. For the next 20 years Bill and Connie ran Mr. K’s Supermarkets. In 2002 Bill came out of retirement to coach football again at Texas Lutheran University. In retirement Bill loved woodworking and following his granddaughters in all their endeavors.

Visitation will begin on Thursday, March 23, 2023 at 1 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church in Seguin, Texas, followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. with the Reverend Daniel Cave officiating. Interment will follow immediately after in the Faith Lutheran Church Columbarium. A reception will follow in the Life Enrichment Center (LEC) at Faith Lutheran Church. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Mike Wacker, Steve Wacker, Tom Wacker, Eddie Dinel, Greg Borman, and Zachary Smith. .

For those who desire the service may be livestreamed at https://www.facebook.com/ FaithLutheranChurchSeguinTx.

Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Lutheran Church, 1326 E. Cedar St., Seguin, Texas, 78155, St. Paul Lutheran Church, 777 W. San Antonio, St., New Braunfels, Texas, 78130 or to the charity of one’s choice.

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

VITAL

STATISTICS

Leroy Edgar Froboese of Marion passed away on March 17, 2023. He was born on January 4, 1932, in Selma, Texas to Alma Voigt Froboese and Wilhelm August Carl Froboese.

He married his best friend and love of his life, Nelleene Evelyn Kappelmann Froboese, on September 4, 1955. Leroy and Nelleene were blessed with four sons, whom he loved and shared his affinity and knowledge of technical problem-solving with. He retired from the American Can Company after working for over 20 years as a maintenance electrician. He enjoyed the challenge of solving electrical and hydraulic problems, as well as working on AC units and cars for whoever needed the help. He loved farming and working with his hands. He would work late at night to complete a project, ensuring the equipment would work correctly the next day. He was also always available to family and friends for a friendly game of dominos or cards or to visit.

Leroy is preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Nelleene, his son, Delroy and daughter-in-law, Deborah and his parents, siblings, Lola Priess, Eugene Froboese, Alice Froboese, and Roman Froboese.

Survivors include his sons, Nelson, Darrell and wife Renna, and Norwell and wife Jodie; daughter-in-law, Teresia; granddaughters, Kristi, Andrea, Reva, Shannon, and Cassie and their families; sisterin-law, Kathleen Pope; brother-in-law, Kervin Kappelmann and wife Marrianne; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, March 23, 2023, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Friday, March 24, 2023, at 1 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with Rev. Tom Jones officiating. Interment will follow in Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park.

Serving as pallbearers will be Justin Missildine, Wade Hofstetter, Keith Klabunde, Herbert Bindseil, Erik Nunez, and Melvin Priess.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

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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Ceremonial Inurnment will be held at a later date for Sherise Wheeler. She died February 27th,2023. Arrangements are by Eunice and Lee Mortuary.

Biden Signs Bill To Declassify COVID Origins Info

(Washington, DC) -- President Biden has signed legislation to declassify information related to the origins of COVID-19. He put pen to paper on Monday after the measure was passed unanimously in Congress. In a statement, Biden highlighted the importance of getting “to the bottom of COVID-19’s origins to help ensure we can better prevent future pandemics.” Earlier this year, reports citing classified intelligence said the Department of Energy concluded with “low confidence” that the pandemic was likely due to a lab leak in China. The White House denied that there was any clear consensus.

Deadly Fungus Spreading Rapidly In U.S. Healthcare Facilities

(Atlanta, GA) -- A fungus that kills more than three out of ten people that it infects in U.S. healthcare facilities is spreading rapidly. The CDC is sounding an alarm bell about the fungus, a type of yeast called Candida auris, or C. auris, for short. Symptoms include a high fever with chills that’s drug-resistant. It’s found on the skin and throughout the body. The CDC says C. auris is not a threat to healthy people but can be deadly for people using ventilators or catheters who have lengthy hospital or nursing home stays. Cases in the U.S. nearly doubled between 2020 and 2021.

Health Experts Say Spring Allergy Season Arriving Early, Lasting Longer

(New York, NY) -- Health experts say spring allergy season could hit New York and New Jersey in record time. You’ll want to stock up on tissues if you suffer from a runny nose and itchy red eyes during allergy season. Experts say the pollen season will arrive early in New York and New Jersey and last longer than usual. We’re talking any day now through October. A mild winter and unseasonably warm temperatures have led to early blooms and super-charged pollen from oak, willow, cedar and hickory trees. So if you take medication or get shots for your seasonal allergies, you might want to ask your doctor whether you should start early.

DOH Reports Red Hill Families Drank Antifreeze

(Honolulu, HI) -- Military families were exposed to more than petroleum after the Red Hill fuel spill in 2021. The Hawaii Department of Health now reports families also drank antifreeze that was contained in the contaminated tap water. The claim was included in an internal Health Department memo made public on Monday. Lawyers suing the U.S. government have already amended their lawsuit to include the antifreeze claim. Thousands of people who live near Pearl Harbor were sickened by drinking water following the fuel spill in November of 2021. There was another spill at Red Hill in May of that year with many of the victims saying they’re still dealing with health issues.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com.

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.

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.

Family Matters Presentation

The Precious Life Services will offer a Family Matters presentation from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 25 in the GVEC Community Room. Participants will learn and discuss ideas to help strengthen your family. Space is limited. The registration deadline is Monday, March 20 by calling 830-372-5980.

Sunrise Lions 4th Annual Springtime Fun Run/Walk

The Seguin Sunrise Lions will have its 4th Annual Springtime Fun Run/Walk beginning with check in at 8 a.m. Saturday, March 25 at Walnut Springs Park, to Park West and back. There will be awards for Top Finisher, Best 4 Team Sponsored Finish, Most Sponsored Participants, and Best Themed Costume. The theme is, “I survived the Lions’ Jungle Fun Run.” For more information, call 830-305-2624 or email Marvel.maddox@gmail.com.

Green Eggs and Ham Event

The Life Changing Church will have its free Annual Green Eggs and Ham Event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, March 25 at 842 E. Pine St. in Seguin. There will be face painting, cake walk, games, bounce house, sausage and hamburger plates, prizes, and more.

Antique Tractor Pull/Arts & Crafts Vendors

The Big Red Barn will have an Antique Tractor Pull and Arts & Crafts Vendors at 10 a.m. Saturday, March 25 at 390 Cordova Rd. For more information, call 830379-0933.

Emergency Preparedness Fair

The Cibolo Valley Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day-Saints will have a free Emergency Preparedness Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 25 at 1142 FM 1103 in Cibolo. There will be emergency resources, food & water storage ideas, hands-on learning, pamphlets, freebies, activities for kids, first aid, games, prizes, EMT vehicles on display, finger printing, photos, carnival food, and more.

Sound & Music Storytime at the

Library

The Seguin Public Library will have Sound & Music Storytime for ages 3 to 11 at 11 a.m. Saturday, March 25. Participants will listen to stories about sound and music and experiment on the instruments at the library. For more information, call 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov.

Teens: Cookies, Coffee and Games at the Library

The Seguin Public Library will offer its Teens: Cookies, Coffee and Games for ages 12 to 18 from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 25. Participants will have an opportunity to try the library’s new tabletop games, like The Isle of Cats or Azul or any old favorites like Uno! There will also be cookies and coffee. For more information, call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov.

Navarro Athletic Booster Club Fundraising Event

The Navarro Athletic Booster Club will have its 10th Annual “Let ‘Em Ride” fundraising event at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 25 at the Big Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Road. The cost is $25 each pre-sale and $30 at the door. For more information visit the Navarro Athletic Booster Club Facebook page.

Guadalupe Master Naturalist Meeting

The Guadalupe Master Naturalist will meet from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, March 27 at the AgriLife Extension, located at 210 E. Live Oak St. in Seguin. The speaker will be Leon Ruttley of San Antonio’s Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation.

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.

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.

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 30 at 225 Saunders Suites 6, 8, and 13. The event is sponsored by Paws to Perfection Pet Salon, Pecan City Disc Golf Shop, and URSA Botanicals.

Luling Foundation Scholarships Deadline

The Luling Foundation trade, agriculture and healthcare scholarship applications are due on Friday, March 31. For more information call 830-875-2438. Applications are available online at www.lulingfoundation.org.

All-In For Agricultural Education Fundraiser

There will be an All-in For Agricultural Education Fundraiser at 2 p.m. Saturday, April 15 at the Texas Agricultural Education & Heritage Center (The Big Red Barn) on Saturday, April 15. There will be complimentary beverages and snacks. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m. Registration begins at 12:30 p.m. Early Bird registration is $250 through Friday, March 31 and $300 up to the day of the event. A Group Rate of $200 is available for four or more purchased together. To register and buy online visit https://texagedu.org, or to buy in person at Westerholm Koehler Insurance, Gift and Gourmet, The Big Red Barn.

Chamber April Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its April Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 5 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The cost is $20 per meal for members in advance and $25 for non-members and after Friday, March 31.

APRIL

Eggapalooza Egg Hunt For All Abilities

The Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, Texas Lutheran University, and the Believe It Foundation will have an Eggapalooza Egg Hunt For All Abilities at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 1 at Bulldog Stadium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. There will be 20,000 eggs to be found and ages 2 to 12 years of age are welcome.

Plant and Bake Sale

The Immaculate Conception Church will have a Plant and Bake Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 1 at 212 N. Barnett St. in Marion.

Duckfest 2023

The Navarro Education Foundation will have its Duckfest 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday, April 1 at the Navarro ISD Campus. The 5K Waddle registration and warm-up begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by the helicopter duck drop at noon. For more information on registration and to adopt ducks, visit www.nisd.us (More/Foundation tab) or email nef2009@aol.com. Find the Foundation on social media via NavarroEdFoundation.

SEF Race For Education 5K

The Seguin Education Foundation will have its Race for Education 5K at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 1 at The Backyard, located at 225 N. Saunders St. in Seguin. Information about sponsorship, volunteer, and race registration is available on the SEF’s Facebook page and online at https://tinyurl.com/v3f546dp. Contact Kelly Follis at 830-379-0325 or kfollis@seguin.k12.tx.us with questions or for additional information.

La Trinidad UMC Palm Sunday Service

The La Trinidad United Methodist Church will begin its Bilingual Holy Week Services with a 10:45 a.m. Palm Sunday Service on Sunday, April 2 at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-3791991.

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.

NAMI

Connection Recovery Support Group

The NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group for adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:308 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month at First Methodist Church. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Pickleball 101 Clinic

The City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department will offer a Pickleball 101 Clinic from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 4 at the Seguin-Saegert Pickleball Complex, located at 418 W. Mountain St. in Seguin. The clinic is for ages 18 and older. Players must wear athletic closed-toe shoes. Equipment will not be provided. Online registration is required at www.bit.ly/SeguinPickleballClinic. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Chamber Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its April Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 5 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The cost per meal is $25.

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.

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 Drawing Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Beginning Drawing Class from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 6 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. This beginning class will focus on basic drawing techniques. The cost is $30 and supplies included. The class is limited to 10. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

La Trinidad UMC Maunday Thursday Service

The La Trinidad United Methodist Church continues its Bilingual Holy Week Services with a 7 p.m. Maunday Thursday Service on Thursday, April 6 at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-3791991.

Good Friday Fish Fry

The Guadalupanas of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church will have a Fish Fry from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 7 at 409 W. Krezdorn St. in Seguin. Catfish Plates are $13.50 and include fries, coleslaw, and green bean salad. Dine-in and to go plates available. For more information call 830-379-4348.

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, April 7 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20 (a child’s hot dog plate is $5). Tickets can be purchased at the door. The beneficiary will be the Shriners Children’s and entertainment will be provided by the Shriner Band.

La Trinidad UMC Good Friday Service

The La Trinidad United Methodist Church continues its Bilingual Holy Week Services with a 7 p.m. Good Friday Service on Friday, April 7 at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-379-1991.

La Trinidad UMC Easter Services

The La Trinidad United Methodist Church will have an Easter Sunrise Service at 7 a.m. and an Easter Service at 10 a.m. on Sunday, April 9 at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-379-1991.

Crossroads Easter Sunrise Service

The Crossroads Church will have its Easter Sunrise Service from 7 to 8 a.m. Sunday, April 9 at The Gathering Place pavilion, located at 3455 W. US Hwy in Seguin. There will be worship and scripture readings to celebrate the miracle of Easter. For more information, call 830-379-7737.

Crossroads “3 Days” Easter Production

The Crossroads Church will present its original production, “3 Days,” at 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m., and 11:30 a.m. Sunday, April 9 at 3455 W. US Hwy in Seguin. For more information, call 830-379-7737.

Adult Pickleball League

There will be an Adult Pickleball League held from 6 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday from April 11 through May 16 at the Seguin-Saegert Pickleball Complex, located at 418 W. Mountain St. in Seguin. The league includes four weeks of games and a final Championship Week, played with those of similar skill. Participants must commit to all five weeks of league play. Inclement weather day is scheduled for Tuesday, May 16. Players must wear athletic closed-toe shoes. Equipment will not be provided. Online registration is required at www.bit.ly/SeguinPickleballLeague. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Native Plant Society Meeting

The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society will have its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 11 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 Bob Teweles, who will lead an interactive workshop on the advantages of native plants. 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/.

Shoot For Scholarship

The Hermann Sons Life Seguin will have its Shoot For Scholarship from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 15 at Moyesway Shooting Sports, located at 12601 FM 20 in Kingsbury. Main Event prices are $100 per youth and $1125 per adult. Side Event prices are $50 per youth and $60 per adult. There will also be food trucks on site for breakfast and lunch. Pre-register at www.iclays.com.

Needle Weaving Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Needle Weaving Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 15 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn five easy stitches you can use to make a beautiful wall hanging. This skill can also be used to make handbags, place mats, pillows and more. The cost is $30, supplies included. The class is limited to 10. For more information, call 830305-0472.

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.

Hispanic Chamber Annual Awards Banquet

The Seguin Guadalupe County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and TAMACC Education Foundation will have its 34th Annual Awards Banquet presentations beginning with a Social Hour at 6 p.m. Wednesday,

April 19 at the Seguin Coliseum. Tickets are $50 and are available by calling 830-372-3151.

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.

Business in the Park 2023

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Business in the Park 2023 from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 20 in Central Park in Downtown Seguin. There will be food trucks, vendors, and live music.

City of Seguin Spring Clean-up Day

The City of Seguin will have its Spring Clean-up Day from 8 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 22 at the Seguin Events Complex (Coliseum) parking lot, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. A proof of residency is required. Accepted items include: junk disposal, scrap metal, appliances (without Freon), a maximum of 10 automobile tires (no larger than 19.5”). Paper shredding will also be available. Items that will not be accepted include: hazardous material or chemicals, brush/limbs, fences, sheds, construction materials or debris, appliances with Freon, tractor-trailer, mower, bike or ATV tires, and no tires from local businesses. For more information, call 830-401-2416 or visit https://bit.ly/SeguinCleanUpDay.

Seguin River 5K Run/Walk

The Seguin Faith Lutheran Church small group, Life Bridge, will have a Seguin River 5k Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 22 at the Patricia K. Irvine King Pavilion, located at 104 River Dr. East in Seguin. For event details visit www.athleteguild.com/event/seguintx/2023-seguin-5k-river-runwalk. For questions, contact Cody Goetz at SeguinRiverRun@gmail.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 presale or at the door.

Rose Painting Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Rose Painting Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn the steps to complete your own yellow rose of Texas. Once you learn this technique it can be applied to many other forms of art. The class is for adults and the cost is $40 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Seguin Art League High School Art Show

The Seguin Art League will have its High School Art Show Thursday, April 27 through Saturday, April 29 for all students in grades 9 through 12. Art will be accepted from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 27 in McKeogh Hall at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. There is no entry fee and a prospectus is available at www. seguinartleague.com. Artwork must be ready for display and cannot exceed 36 inches in any direction. For more information, call 830-305-0472 or visit 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin.

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COMMUNITY

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Texans Reaching Out

The St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church will have its “Texans Reaching Out” fundraiser at 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 28 at The Texas Theatre. There will be heavy hors d’oeuvres, beverages, and a live auction. Tickets are $25 per person and are available at the church office, located at 201 E. Nolte St. in Seguin. There will also be 50/50 raffle tickets for which you do not have to be present to win. All proceeds benefit St. Andrew’s community and international outreach efforts. For more information, call Kelly Follis at 830-463-7549.

Kiwanis Club Flapjack Jamboree The Seguin Kiwanis Club will have its Kiwanis Club Flapjack Jamboree from 6:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 29 in the parking lot adjacent to the First Methodist Church on N. Austin St. in Seguin. Plates of pancakes and sausage are $10 each. This is a drive-thru event and the Navarro Jazz band will be providing live music. Proceeds benefit scholarships, sponsorships, and other community needs.

Race to Raise 5K Run/Walk

The Guadalupe Regional Medical Foundation will have its 10th Annual Race to Raise 5K Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 29 at Pecantown Books & Brews. Register by Monday, April 10 to be guaranteed a t-shirt. The cost is $35 for adults, and the Kids 1 Mile (12 $ under) is $25. For more information and to register, visit: https:// www.grmedfoundation.org/race-to-raise-2023.html. All proceeds benefit the LifeSaver Grant Program, with a portion designated to the General Endowment. Funds raised are used to purchase equipment and materials, and provide support for programs that enhance and advance patient care at GRMC.

JUNE

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.

JULY

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.

AUGUST

Master Naturalist Training Class

The Guadalupe Master Naturalist Chapter will offer a Master Naturalist Training Classes will be held every other Tuesday from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 8 to Nov. 18 at the AgriLife Extension Building, located at 210 E. Live Oak St. in Seguin. The Cost is $125. For application and class information, visit http://txmn.org/guadalupe and follow the “Certification Training” dropdown or text John Barrington at 830-237-3544. Master Naturalists are volunteers educating the public and working to enhance and preserve the many natural resources and areas of Texas. Learn more about the program at http://txmn.org.

Food Distribution Event

Heritage Museum Calendars

T he 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

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.

MAY

Teacher of the Year Dinner & Awards Presentation

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Teacher of the Year Dinner & Awards Presentation from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 1 at the Seguin Coliseum. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the cost is $25 per person. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

Mental Health Conversations

Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, NAMI Guadalupe County, and the Seguin Public Library will offer, “From Darkness to Light: Stories and Conversations about Mental Health,” from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 7 at the Seguin Public Library, located at 313 W. Nolte St. in Seguin. The event will feature guest speakers who will share their experiences with mental illness and recovery.

Beginning Water Color Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Beginning Water Color Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 13 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. This beginning class will focus on basic watercolor techniques. The cost is $30, supplies included. The class is limited to 10. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

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.

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.

SEPTEMBER

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.

OCTOBER

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.

NOVEMBER

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.

ONGOING COMMUNITY CALENDAR ITEMS

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.

The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines need volunteers. They promote a healthy, drug-free program and need males, 19 years and up who would like to see the program grow by contributing time to help future citizens, boys and girls 8 to 18. Positions available include computer input, physical fitness training, planning/logistics, and medical. Contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or visit www.gvyoungmarines.org.

La Trinidad Blessing Box - Food Pantry

The La Trinidad United Methodist Church invites you to “Take what you need, Bring what you can, and above all be Blessed!” by its Blessing Box Food Pantry located at the corner of the church at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The Blessing Box is filled with items to help those in need.

The Country Church Attic

The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.

Clothing Ministry

The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further information call 830-303-6478.

Free Bible Course

The World Bible School is offering free Bible correspondence courses. Answer questions from the Bible and send in for grading. Visit studygod.info for further information.

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