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Local docs working to keep community safe Group of doctors meet to help reassure public during pandemic

Dr. Linda Sullivan conducts a COVID-19 test on one of her patients By Darren Dunn (Seguin) -- The local medical community is coming together to make sure that it provides the best care and treatment for patients during this

COVID-19 pandemic. Approximately 25 local physicians conducted a cyber meeting this week. The group of doctors wanted to come together to make sure they were speaking with one voice when it came to engaging

the public. They also wanted to be able have shifted sick-visits to either the to reassure the public that they were in morning or the afternoon, trying to good hands. keep well-visits and sick-visits separate. Some of us are testing for Dr. Linda Sullivan, DO, of Live Oak COVID-19, and also for a variety of Family Health, says doctors here in the other common seasonal illnesses," said Seguin area have all been well Dr. Sullivan. prepared for this virus. She says most of them started making changes at Dr. Sullivan says it's important for their offices three weeks ago. patients to stay in contact with their doctor. She says if there's a problem, "We have been restructuring the whole then they want to know about it. She way we do things. We are shifting as adds that it's a way for them to make much of our schedule as possible to sure that their patients get the best and tele-medicine. Not everybody has the most appropriate care. capability, but many of us do, and this is designed to help people stay home, "One of our big concerns is that we especially our older patients that we don't want the ER to become don't really want getting out. This is overwhelmed when we have a lot of used mostly for follow-up sick people. So we are doing our best appointments, going over labs (and) to be kind of a conduit. We want medication refills. Kind of, simple patients to come to us first. Call us. things that we can do over the phone or Reach out through their (patient) on a tele-visit," said Dr. Sullivan. portals, and get information on what's the best way to proceed if they are not The novel coronavirus that causes the acutely ill," said Dr. Sullivan. COVID-19 illness can spread easily. Dr. Sullivan says that's one of the The doctors at the meeting all felt it reasons why they changed their was important to reach out to the approach to how and when they see community at this time. This is a patients in a clinical setting. critical time in the fight against the spread of the virus. Dr. Sullivan says "Most of us try to keep folks out of our they need the public's help fighting this waiting rooms as much as possible, disease. She says the best thing that because sick people congregating is people can do right now is stay at how this disease spreads. So they may home. see changes in protocols, (like) calling the office when you arrive and then "I think the biggest message is the being let in one at a time. Some people simplest message, and that is to really

practice social distancing. I think that when it all comes down to it, we don't have anything more powerful than staying home and keeping our distance from others right now. The disease is spread through droplets, meaning if you sneeze on someone or if you cough, but it's also spread by contact - when you touch something that someone else has touched. That's why it's so critically important for people to stay home," said Dr. Sullivan. There's no shelter in place order in Seguin or Guadalupe County, so people who feel well are still, in some cases, going on with their regular lives. Dr. Sullivan says it's important to try to stay in, if you can. She says one of the many challenges with COVID-19 is that people can have the virus and not realize it. "You can actually be infected with this disease and be completely symptomfree for up to 14 days. During that time, you're still shedding the virus. I think there's a lot of misconceptions about -- 'well, if I don't feel bad, then I can go out and hang out with my friends, because I'm not sick.' That's not true with this one. It's very highly contagious and easily spread even if among people who aren't sick, or maybe who just think that they have allergies or something like that," said Sullivan.

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going on with your health.

Dr. Sullivan says the medical community understands that people have to go out to get provisions and other essential items. While that may be a necessity, it may be time to try to better coordinate those shopping trips, so that we can further limit our exposure to others.

"If you don't have a doctor, they can call the main number at GRMC 830-379-2411 and they can refer you and give you a list of local doctors that are taking new patients. We want to be able to direct patients in the right way in order to really help this system stay afloat if folks start really getting sick in big numbers," said Dr. Sullivan.

"One of the things that Italy has done is have a designated shopper for each family. Once a week, one family member goes to the store. Now, we are not at that point yet, but I think it makes sense to start thinking that way. So that we are not going back to the grocery store day after day," said Dr. Sullivan.

Dr. Sullivan says the doctors, the hospital and the rest of the medical community feel like they are well prepared to handle this crisis, but they need everyone to do their part.

In addition to the messaging from local doctors, the CDC has issued a full list of things that you There are lessons for all of us to learn during this should do to protect yourself from COVID-19: outbreak. Dr. Sullivan says parents might want to use this extra time at home with their kids to teach them how to keep their hands clean. She says proper hand washing techniques can do a lot - Wash your hands often with soap and to help slow down the spread of this virus, as well as other illnesses. water for at least 20 seconds especially after you

Clean your hands often

"There's all kinds of tutorials online about how to wash your hands. My favorite is singing Happy Birthday, and making sure that you're getting each finger individually as you wash. It takes about 20 seconds of good hand washing to get your hands really clean with just soap and water," said Dr. Sullivan. The physicians during their meeting on Monday night wanted to stress to the community that if you're not feeling well at this time, you need to see a doctor. They say it's important that you let a medical professional determine what exactly is

have been in a public place, or after blowing your nose, coughing, or sneezing. - If soap and water are not readily available, use a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol. Cover all surfaces of your hands and rub them together until they feel dry. - Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.

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- Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces daily. This includes tables, - Put distance between yourself and doorknobs, light switches, countertops, handles, other people if COVID-19 is spreading in your desks, phones, keyboards, toilets, faucets, and community. This is especially important for sinks. are sick

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- If you are sick: You should wear a facemask when you are around other people (e.g., sharing a room or vehicle) and before you enter a healthcare provider’s office. If you are not able to wear a facemask (for example, because it causes trouble breathing), then you should do your best to cover your coughs and sneezes, and people who are caring for you should wear a facemask if they enter your room. Learn what to do if you are sick.

- Cover coughs and sneezes - Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue when you cough or sneeze or use the inside of your elbow. - Throw used tissues in the trash. - Immediately wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not readily available, clean your hands with a hand sanitizer that contains at least 60% alcohol.

- If you are NOT sick: You do not need to wear a facemask unless you are caring for someone who is sick (and they are not able to wear a facemask). Facemasks may be in short supply and they should be saved for caregivers.

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Four additional City approves cases of emergency ordinance COVID-19 in the community and its staff safe. There are no cases that have been confirmed inside the Seguin city limits, but there are four cases in Guadalupe County, including some in the Seguin area. Parker says this new list of business closures expands on the closure list that was already ordered by Governor Greg Abbott.

By Darren Dunn (Seguin) -- The Seguin City Council is taking additional steps to protect the public from the spread of the novel coronavirus, that produces the COVID19 illness. The council on Tuesday approved an emergency ordinance that placed further restrictions on some businesses and places where people might gather. Mayor Don Keil struck a balance between the serious nature of the situation and the need for the community to work together and to stay positive at this time. "We are going to get through this. This is going to be something that we can all get together and know what down the road and say we got it and we got done and this city survived and we are going to be just fine on the other end of all of this so in the meantime, we have to take some measures to limit movement throughout the city," said Keil. City Manager Steve Parker provided an update on the city's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. He says the city has taken a number of steps already to keep

"With the cases we had in Guadalupe County over the weekend, now we did recommend to the mayor to come up with a new list that does really expand on some of the governor's things that he was implementing. Those are always up for discuss but its our official recommendation with the ways these numbers are increasing. As I mentioned earlier, these are some of the recommendations that are in the new order that he signed (Monday). We are asking the city council to basically ratify that tonight," said Parker. The emergency ordinance requires that all bars, restaurant dining rooms, gyms, movie theatres, bowling alleys, nail and hair salons, tattoo parlors, game rooms and other indoor and outdoor amusement facilities must close to the public immediately. Parker says city staff has been working with businesses in the city to try to help prepare them for the changes. He says the emergency order doesn't just help stop the spread of the virus, but he says it will also open up some additional financial resources that will help local businesses get through this crisis. "It also opens up the city and for the businesses in our community to be eligible for funding because it is has been declared a national and state disaster -- it will open up opportunities for disaster loans and grants and so forth for the city and our business," said Parker. See CLOSED, page 11

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Eight total local cases (Seguin) -- Four more additional cases have been confirmed in Guadalupe County. The Texas Department of State Health Services made Guadalupe County aware of these four additional cases Wednesday, March 25, 2020. All four patients are at home and are selfquarantined since receiving a positive test. There are now eight total cases for Guadalupe County.

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Second installment takes a look at Seguin baseball (Seguin) - With the University Interschollastic League (UIL) suspending the spring schedules of the state's high school athletic programs until at least May 4, we take a look back at the interrupted seasons for some of the teams in the Seguin area and Guadalupe County.

on the mound. He was batting .388 with five doubles, two triples, 10 RBIs, and 14 runs scored. The senior righthander was also

The second instalment in the series focuses on the Seguin High School baseball team.

Speed was one of Seguin's team strengths. The Matadors wreaked havoc on the bases with 24 steals in 28 attempts through 15 ballgames.

The Matadors entered Dusty Brittain's second season as head coach with lofty goals, and the intention of building on last year's trip to the 5A bi-district playoffs with another post-season berth and a run that extended beyond the first round.

In addition to Hernandez, Moreno and Chase Boenig gave the pitching staff the ability to efficiently record outs and keep opposing lineups in check. Moreno was 2-0 with a save, a 1.00 ERA and 15 strikeouts in 14 innings. Boenig owned a 0.875 ERA and 19 strikeouts in 16 innings of work.

Seguin mixed a tough nondistrict tournament schedule with the first four games of the 26-5A slate to compile a 7-8 overall record and a 2-2 mark in district play.

Seguin had just played its final tournament in San Marcos when the UIL hit the "pause" button on everyone's season nearly two weeks ago. The first four district games included a 12-2 thumping of San Antonio-Wagner and a 4-2 win over Veterans Memorial in between a 12-2 loss to Kerrville-Tivy and an 8-5 setback to Boerne-Champion.

The veteran returnees from the 2019 playoff team were all having productive seasons, but first-year starter Drew Burnett, a junior DH and first baseman, had emerged as arguably the team's most reliable offensive player. Burnett was batting .436 with a pair of home runs, 10 RBIs, and a .549 on-base percentage. Pitcher and third-baseman Stephen Kent made the most of his 10 appearances with a .450 average, four extra-base hits, and a .577 OBP. The returning All-District players in the lineup were each stringing together strong 2020 campaigns. Mikey Hernandez made an impact offensively and

Sophomore catcher Cory Mazzurana led the Mats with 14 RBIs, and carried a .311 batting average with a home run and three doubles. Junior shortstop Micah Rodriguez had also emerged as a .300 hitter, and led the team with eight stolen bases.

the pitching staff ace, compiling a 2-1 record with a 0.875 ERA and 24 strikeouts in 16 innings. Junior center fielder and leadoff hitter Tristan Moreno sported a .359 average with three triples, 15 runs, and seven stolen bases.

The Matadors had remaining games in the first round of district play against Harlandale, McCollum, Memorial, and Kennedy, with the second round to follow. A non-district tilt with Central Catholic would have filled the open date in the 26-5A schedule. If the UIL sticks to its timeline and resumes play on May 4, KWED, Seguintoday.com, and the Seguin Daily News will update the revised baseball schedule when district coaches iron it out and set the broadcast schedule accordingly.

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Vital Statistics Wallace Gilmour “Wally” Parrish

Wallace Gilmour “Wally” Parrish, age 77 of Seguin, passed away on March 22, 2020. Wally was born on April 1, 1942 in Saginaw, Michigan to Elizabeth (Gilmour) and Arthur Parrish. Wally was a graduate of Arthur Hill High School in Saginaw, Michigan. He married Donna Jean Hiett on April 20, 1968 in Spokane, Washington. Wally ran a successful business for 30 years, but his passion was spending time with and supporting his family. He enjoyed family camping trips in Washington, summers in the Caribbean, and was an avid aviator. Wally was an optimist when life gave him lemons, he made a rum and coke. He will be missed, but his legacy lives on with his wife, children and grandchildren. He is preceded in death by

his parents, and sister, Joan Cole. Survivors include his loving wife of nearly 52 years, Donna Parrish; children, Scott Parrish and wife Rima, Wallace “Wally” Parrish and wife Dubis, Jonathan “John” Parrish and wife Lisa, Holly Hagan and husband Jeff, and Elizabeth Garrett and husband John; grandchildren, David, Alex, Daniella, Isabella, Shelby, Bryce, Delton “Reid”, Liv, Caleb, Elizabeth, Jase, Grace and Jaxon; brother, Dean Parrish and wife Gina; several other family members, friends and his beloved dog Max.

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early summer and will be announced online and in the newspaper when determined. A more complete obituary will follow at that time. You are encouraged to sign the online guest book at www.treshewell.com.

Bonnie Bartels, age 64 of Seguin, prominent businesswoman and owner of the former Lone Star Printing, passed away at her home on March 23, 2020. Bonnie was born on January 30, 1956 in Seguin, Texas to Josephine Lora (Lambrecht) and Walton Harry Bartels, both of whom precede her in death.

At this time, due to the Covid-19 restrictions, private services will be held. Family and friends are encouraged to sign the online guest book at Survivors include her www.treshewell.com. brother, Dr. George Bartels; Memorial contributions nephew, Dr. Bradley Bartels may be made to Guadalupe and wife Dr. Hollis Bartels; Regional Hospice Services, niece, Elizabeth Bartels; 1215 E. Court St., Seguin, dear sisters in Christ, Texas, 78155, First United Debbie Hildebrandt and Methodist Church, 710 N. Amy Gibbs; numerous Austin St., Seguin, Texas, cousins, other loving family 78155 or to the American members and many, many Cancer Society, c/o friends. At this time, due to Jeanette Siltmann, 196 the Covid-19 restrictions, Townesend Rd., Seguin, private graveside services will be held at San Texas, 78155. Geronimo Cemetery. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell A public memorial service Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., is being planned at First Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830- United Methodist Church in Seguin for late spring or 549-5912.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist Church, 710 N. Austin St., Seguin, Texas, 78155 or to the Guadalupe County Humane Society, P. O. Box 1953, Seguin, Texas, 78155-1593. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155.

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The WATOTO Ministries, childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s choir from The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give Uganda performance scheduled for Thursday, April 2 at away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items Faith Lutheran Church has been canceled. at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further Lenten Season at Grace Lutheran information call 830-303-6478. The Grace Lutheran Church will observe the season of Free Bible Course Lent with the theme, "Eyes on Jesus," at 7 p.m. every The World Bible School is offering free Bible Wednesday until Holy Week. correspondence courses. Answer questions from the and send in for grading. Visit studygod.info for Rummage and Bake Sale Postponed Bible further information. The Immaculate Conception Church has postponed its Rummage and Bake Sale scheduled Saturday, April 18 at 213 N. Barnett St. in Marion until further notice. For To be sure your religious organization's meetings and events more information call 618-977-4474. appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax (830) 379-2238, or The McQueeney Baptist Church has canceled its Open drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED Car Show scheduled for Saturday, April 18. For more office located at 609 E. Court St., Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event. information call 210-265-9200 or 830-557-5532.

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Mayor says brighter days ahead despite virus response CLOSED, continued from page 3 The ordinance also restricts social gatherings where there are more than 10 people congregating. This would include churches, and that created some questions throughout the day and during the meeting. The council was asked about drive-in church services, where people stayed in their cars, a safe distance from each other. That would be allowed under the ordinance, but other regular gatherings would not. Councilman Jeremy Roy says most churches already have plans in place as to how to handle the situation, but he says everyone needs to remember social distancing practices, even during times of worship.

"I don't know of any church in town that is still meeting in their sanctuary. I did hear from one of the pastors. They did a drive-in and it worked great except that people wouldn't stay in their car. They were too tempted to get out. Maybe he should have preached on temptation but they got out of the car and so they might have a whole family in the car. It just was just too tempting to get out and visit. We just need those pastors to really stress to those congregations that if you are doing that, observe that social distancing -- those six feet or more spaces between one another," said Roy. The emergency ordinance does have some teeth, and people who violate the ordinance could face some large fines.

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City Attorney Andy Quittner says they don't want people to be fined, but they do want people to comply with the order at this time. "They have been going around trying to educate everybody first but it could be up to $2,000 for each violation, each day that the violation occurs," said Quittner. Mayor Keil ended the meeting much the same way it started. He tried to be a voice of calm and reason. "I want to thank everybody for doing all they can in this community to stop and kill this virus and I know we are getting through this and we have a whole lot of better days ahead," said Keil.

The city did not consider an order for citizens to shelter in place. The city of New Braunfels approved a shelter in place order that effectively shut down that city on Tuesday. But Mayor Keil says he thinks people in Seguin are adhering to requests for people to stay home when they can, and he doesn't think that additional step is need in Seguin at this time. Mayor Keil says they want citizens to continue to practice their own protective measures by staying home when they can, to observe proper social distancing wherever they go, and to wash their hands frequently.

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Ruben Perez II Memorial Golf Tournament Fundraiser Postponed The Zonta Club of Seguin has The Ruben Perez II Memorial Golf postponed its Chicken Salad Box Tournament will be held at 8 a.m. Lunch Fundraiser scheduled for Sunday, March 29 at Starcke Park Golf Course. The format is a 4-Man Thursday, March 26. Scramble with $85 fee. All proceeds will benefit the Ruben Perez II Chamber Mixer The Seguin Area Chamber of Memorial Scholarship. To register, call Commerce has cancelled its Mixer 512-557-4096, 830-305-4504, or 830scheduled for Thursday, March 26 at 391-7307. First United Bank. Distinguished Young Woman Program Postponement Republican Women Luncheon The Guadalupe Republican Women The Guadalupe County Distinguished has cancelled its Luncheon scheduled Young Woman program scheduled for for Thursday, March 26 at the Seguin Sunday, March 29 at the Stephen and Mary Birch Texas Theatre has been Silver Center. postponed. Little League BBQ Postponed Call for Nominations Until April 25 The Seguin Commission on the Arts is The Seguin Little league has seeking nominations for its postponed its BBQ plate sale Outstanding Contributor to the Arts in scheduled for Saturday, March 28 and Seguin that will be announced during has rescheduled for Saturday, April 25. the Art at the Texas event May 8. Nominations must be submitted in Stop the Violence Community writing to the Seguin Main Street Rally/Fundraiser Program by mail to P.O. Box 591, The Straight Street Church will have Seguin, TX 78156 or by email to its Stop the Violence Community m a i n s t r e e t @ s e g u i n t e x a s . g o v. Rally/Fundraiser at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nominations are due by Monday, March 28 at 2517 N. Austin St. in March 30. For more information call Seguin. There will be a motorcycle and 830-401-2448. car show, lawn chair concert, live music, bounce houses, food, and face Historical Commission Meeting painting. Canceled The Guadalupe County Historical 12th Annual Cajun Jamboree Commission Meeting scheduled for Postponed Wednesday, April 1 has been canceled The Seguin Outdoor Learning Center due to the current viral epidemic. has postponed its 12th Annual Cajun Future meetings will be determined by Jamboree scheduled for Saturday, the progress of the health conditions in March 28. For more information call the county and safety of commission members. 830-305-5000.

Civilian Response to Active Shooter Training Seminar Postponed The Seguin Police Department has postponed its Civilian Response to Active Shooter Training Seminar scheduled for Wednesday, April 1. New date to be determined. Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Clean Up Postponed The 7th Annual Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Clean Up scheduled for Saturday, April 4 has been postponed until the fall. For more information call 979-845-6980. Walk for Life Rally The South Texas Pregnancy Care Center has postponed its 2020 Walk for Life Rally scheduled for Saturday, April 4 at Central Park in downtown Seguin. New Berlin VFD BBQ Plate Sale Canceled The New Berlin Volunteer Fire Department has canceled its BBQ Plate Sale scheduled for Saturday, April 4 at the New Berlin Community Center.

Seguin Public Library Closure/Curbside Service The Seguin Public Library is now closed until further notice. Patrons are encouraged to utilize online resources and services during this time. A curbside pickup is now available from 10 a.m. to 6 pm. Monday through Friday. Visit seguin.biblionix.com/catalog/. For more information call 830-401-2422 or text 830-549-4698 or visit library@seguintexas.gov. City’s Utility Billing Office Closes to Public The City’s Utility Billing Office is closed to the public. Customers can send payments in the mail, pay at the drive-thru window at City Hall, use the drop box located in the overflow parking lot across from City Hall on Mountain Street, set up an automatic bank draft, utilize the City Hub customer portal online at www.seguintexas.gov., or pay over the phone by calling 830-401-2460. Service and convenience fees are also being temporarily waived at this time.

Complimentary To-go Senior Citizen Meal The Seguin Silver Center will be serving a complimentary to-go meal to any senior citizen who requests one Monday through Friday through April 3. To request a meal, call 830-3036612. The Silver Center also offers a full menu online at silvercenterseguin.com for anyone Relay for Life Survivor Dinner who wants a meal delivered to your The Relay for Life Survivor Dinner place of business. Call for delivery scheduled for Sunday, April 5 has been meal menu and rates at 830-303-6612. canceled. Celebration of Life Rally Postponed The Precious Life Services has postponed its Celebration of Life Rally scheduled for Saturday, April 4 at the Seguin Public Library. For more information visit www.preciouslifeservices.org, or call 830-372-5980.

CLICK HERE TO VIEW ONLINE To ensure non-profit organization's meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax 379-2238, 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.

RAPPS Individual Sessions The Rural Area Parenting Program Services (RAPPS) will be providing their services for protective parenting, basic parenting, anger management, co-parenting, and tobacco awareness online, per "Zoom." These classes meet the judicial system requirements. For more information call 830-3039225 or visit seguinrappsorg.org. City Meetings All meetings of City Boards and Commissions have been cancelled until further notice. City Council and Planning & Zoning will continue meeting as scheduled. Municipal Court Cancellations All trials and court hearings at Seguin Municipal Court have been cancelled through the end of the month. City Parks Restroom Closure and Easter Closure All parks and trails remain open to the public for the time being, however, all public restrooms in the parks are closed until further notice. All City parks will be closed Easter Weekend to comply with CDC recommendations of gatherings of 50 or more people. Splash Pad Closure The Splash Pad at Park West is closed until further noticed. Seguin Events Complex Closure All bookings at the Seguin Coliseum and the Fairgrounds facilities are suspended until further notice. Customers will receive full refunds for all facility bookings impacted the public health emergency.

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Elks Bingo Cancellation The Seguin Elks Lodge has cancelled all of it Bingo sessions.

Hispanic Chamber Power Luncheon Postponement The Seguin Hispanic Chamber's Annual Men and Women's Power Luncheon has been rescheduled with a tentative date of Thursday, April 16. The luncheon will pay tribute to a group of men and women for their service and leadership in the Seguin community. Tickets are $10 and are available at the Hispanic Chamber office, located at 971 W. Court St. in Seguin. Tickets will also be available at the door.

Golf Pro Shop Relocation The Starcke Park Golf Course Pro Shop operations have temporarily relocated to the Parks & Recreation building located at 600 River Drive West in Max Starcke Park. The golf course will remain open for the time being. For more information call 830Seguin's Got Real Talent 401-2490. Rescheduled The Seguin Area Chamber of Sports Leagues Commerce Leadership Seguin Class Seguin Little League, Seguin Youth of 2020 has rescheduled its Soccer League, the All Youth Sports fundraising event, Seguin's Got Real Talent, from 5:30 to 8:45 p.m. League and the Seguin Volleyball Thursday, April 16 at the Seguin League are suspending all games until Coliseum to Thursday, June 11. The winner will receive $1,000. For further notice. applications, rules, and ticket sales visit www.seguinchamber.com, For Relay for Life Kick Off Event more information call 830-608-4578, email The Relay for Life Kick Off Event or SeguinsGotRealTalent@gmail.com. scheduled for Tuesday, April 14 at Kirby's Korner has been canceled. Flapjack Jamboree & Silent Auction The Kiwanis Club of Seguin will have Zonta Non-Traditional its 62nd Annual Flapjack Jamboree & Scholarships Silent Auction from 6:30 to 11:30 a.m. The Zonta Club of Seguin is accepting Saturday, April 18 at the Columbus applications for its two Non- Club of Seguin, located at 1015 S. Traditional Scholarships for students Austin St. in Seguin. Tickets are $7. Proceeds benefit the children of the who permanently reside in Guadalupe Seguin community. County through Wednesday, April 15. To obtain an application and more Relay for Life information visit The 2020 Relay for Life of Guadalupe County scheduled for April 18 at the www.seguinzonta.org/Scholarship_A El Fiesta Ballroom in Seguin has been pplication.html. canceled.

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Tractor Pull The Big Red Bard will have a Tractor Pull Saturday, April 18 at 390 Cordova Rd. in Seguin. For more information call 830-379-0933. Marion Library Medicare Counseling There will be Medicare Counseling provided by a Certified Benefits Counselor from the Alamo Area Council of Governments (AACOG) from 4 to 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month at the Marion Community Library. Registration is required by calling 830-491-5767 or emailing jscarlett@AACOG.com. New Braunfels Area Car Club Swap Meet The New Braunfels Area Car Club has canceled its 28th Annual Swap Meet scheduled for Friday, April 24 through Sunday, April 26 at the Comal County Fairgrounds, located at 801 E. Common St. in New Braunfels. For more information call 830-708-1372. Just 4 Kids Fishin' Day The 7th Annual Just 4 Kids Fishin' Day will be held Saturday, April 25 at the Seguin Outdoor Learning Center. For more information and to register visit www.seguinolc.org. Teatro's Annual Recital The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin will have its 38th Annual Recital featuring the Ballet Folklorico De La Rosa and Mariachi Juan Seguin at 7 p.m. Friday, May 1 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. For more information visit www.teatrodeartes.org, call 830-4010232 or email teatrodeartes@yahoo.com.

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(Washington, DC) -- President Trump is hoping to see the nation re-open by Easter. During a White House briefing, Trump noted the April 12th holiday is special to him and many other Americans. He argued it would be great for the country and his administration is working hard to make it a reality. However, a member of his coronavirus task force was being more cautious. Dr. Anthony Fauci [[ FOW-chee ]] said that date "is very flexible" and they still need to look at data they haven't seen before.

(Undated) -- The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus continues to skyrocket in the U.S. That number was nearing 55-thousand as of Tuesday night. The death toll from the respiratory illness was also getting close to 800. New York, New Jersey, California and Washington state remain to be the biggest hot spots in the nation. New York has more than 26-thousand cases and over 270 deaths alone.

Trump Pushing For Passage Of Coronavirus Stimulus Package (Washington, DC) -- President Trump is pushing for the passage of a massive coronavirus stimulus package. During a White House briefing, Trump said his administration is working with Congress to pass the "biggest and boldest financial relief package in American history." He noted the bill is worth roughly two-trillion dollars and will provide direct cash payments to "struggling Americans." Trump said people are in a tough spot to "no fault of their own."

WHO Warns U.S. Could Be Next Coronavirus Epicenter (Undated) -- The World Health Organization is warning that the U.S. could become the next epicenter for COVID-19. More than a third of the coronavirus cases confirmed across the planet are here in the states. On Monday, the U.S. reported one-hundred deaths due to the virus in a single day. WHO spokesperson Margaret Harris says the outbreak in the U.S. is only intensifying. The warning comes the same day President Trump said he would consider relaxing social distancing guidelines in an effort to get Americans back to work and restart the economy.

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