SDN: April 2, 2024

A PINWHEEL Garden

(Guadalupe County) -- The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is asking for the public's help in a fatal hit-andrun crash investigation that killed a pedestrian.

DPS officials say the fatal crash occurred between 12:30 and 1:15 a.m. Saturday on State Highway 123 near the Guadalupe and Hays County line.

Troopers say based on roadway evidence, a male pedestrian was struck by a gray

vehicle in the southbound lane of SH 123.

Investigators are asking for the public’s assistance. The driver of the vehicle failed to stop and render aid and is currently being sought by investigators for questioning.

Anyone - including automotive body shop owners/ employees - who has information on this fatal crash, is encouraged to immediately contact the Texas Department of Public Safety Office at (210) 531-2280.

Pinwheels are being planted across Guadalupe County in hopes of raising awareness against child abuse and neglect. The Guadalupe County Children’s Advocacy Center shares the number of abused children in 2023. See story on page 2.

Planting a pinwheel for HOPE, PREVENTION

Guadalupe County Children's Advocacy Center sheds light on child abuse

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- Children advocates in Guadalupe County want you to know that the pinwheels that you see spinning in the wind throughout the county are more than just spring time garden toys. The pinwheels each represent the number of child abuse victims reported in Guadalupe County in 2023. This past year, that reported number was 782 children -- children that each received services at the Guadalupe County Children's Advocacy Center.

Christy Williams, the executive director for the children's advocacy center, says each of the 13 gardens planted across the county display the 782 pinwheels.

"It is less than last year and it is still a very high number if you think about how many days in the year that we are here and working and how many kids are being served in that time, all of those kids, for the most part, were receiving a forensic interview. Their non-offending caregivers are receiving support and resources from our family advocates and we have really ramped up and grown our therapy department which is not something that you can really see in that number because most of those kids received a forensic interview -- so we only count them once no matter how many services they receive but we have really grown

our therapy department and they are providing services to roughly 150 clients at any given time," said Williams.

Williams says this visual throughout the community is part of their observance of April as Child Abuse Awareness Month. She says it's just one more way to remind the public that child abuse knows no boundaries.

"They are your people that go to church. They are every day people who just have really terrible things that they've experienced and there is nothing significant that helps us to narrow down the number of kids that we think that we might see or the demographics of who we can pinpoint to try to do prevention efforts with because it is not any one socioeconomic status. It's not any one ethnicity. It's not any one neighborhood. It's happening across our county, across every demographic and it could happen to really anyone," said Williams.

Not only does it help raise awareness for the problem but it also serves as a reminder that there are still victims out there who live in silence. Williams says it also serves as a reminder for the community to act should they suspect abuse.

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Photo courtesy GCCAC Facebook

Pills suspected of containing Fentanyl land man behind bars

(Schertz) -- A man is behind bars after being found with several pills suspected of containing Fentanyl.

Just before 11 p.m. on Thursday, March 28, the Guadalupe County Narcotics Task Force (GCNTF) conducted a narcotics operation in the city limits of Schertz. Narcotics agents say the operation resulted in the seizure of approximately 900 counterfeit “M30” pills, suspected of containing Fentanyl.

Arrested was Christian Vasquez. Vasquez was arrested and booked into the Guadalupe County

Pinwheels, continued.

Jail on a pair of felony charges for manufacture or delivery of substance

The Guadalupe County Narcotics Task Force (GCNTF)

"We want them to know that there is nothing to be embarrassed about if you have ever been through something tragic -- if somebody has ever hurt you or hurt someone that you love -- has sexually abused you or your child, if you have a domestic violence relationship, there are people in this community, there are agencies in this community that are here to help and to make you whole again and to work with you and provide you resources and so, we want everyone to know that this exist and that it is okay to speak up if something has happened and it's also super important for people to report if they suspect abuse or neglect so that those people can get help," said Williams.

This month also sheds like on the advocacy center here in Guadalupe County which still remains a unique and rare tool in the fight against child abuse. It serves as a one stop service for child victims who don't have to retell their painful stories to the large number of adults that it takes to fully investigate a crime and to rollout the necessary services for their healing.

In fact, Williams says there are various ways throughout the year for the public to show its support.

"We have our Schertz Designer Purse Bingo coming up on May 9 over at Schertz so we are looking for sponsors for that event and we will have general admission tickets later on this month and we've got our Champions for Courageous campaign going online for anyone who wants to just contribute to help the work that we are doing. We are always looking for wonderful volunteers to help at the center and we just hope that we bring a little bit of awareness to what is happening in our community so that if we shed some light on it, then we will hopefully end all of the darkness that is existing there," said Williams.

The community is asked to contact the advocacy

is composed of detectives, investigators from Seguin Police Department, the Cibolo Police Department, and the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office.

center or follow its social media pages for future events.

Williams says she especially thanks the large number of volunteers and law enforcement agencies who showed up this year to help plant each of the 782 pinwheels at the 13 different locations. Those locations include Faith Lutheran Church, the Guadalupe County Courthouse, the Department of Families and Protective Services, Texas Lutheran University, McQueeney Baptist Church, Marion Veterans Park, Cibolo Fire Department, RE/ MAX Corridor, Schertz PD, the Cibolo soccer complex and Christian Brothers.

Christian Vasquez

Seguin 4X100 team takes silver at Texas Relays track meet

(Austin) -- The Seguin Matador 4X100 relay team took the silver medal at the Texas Relays in Austin on Saturday.

Nik Henry, Ocean Moreno, Kayden Holz and Elliot Weaver finished 2nd in the Division I high school event on the University of Texas campus with a time of 41.48 seconds. Archbishop Carroll High School took first with a time of 40.73 seconds.

Meanwhile, Seguin’s Daisha Shular finished 14th out of 56 competitors in the girls Division II 100 meter dash. The junior crossed the finish line with a time of 11.75 seconds in her final heat.

The District 26-5A track & field meet is this week. The meet will get underway on Wednesday at New Braunfels Canyon High School.

And the Marion High School girls 4X100 meter relay team also competed at the Texas Relays on Saturday. The team of Kamryn Garza, Maggie Rudisaile, Eva Sarmiento and Maggie Luna finshed 47th in the Division I preliminaries with at time of 51.19 seconds.

Chris Austin

VITAL STATISTICS

Atzger

Carolyn Emma (Hartmann) Atzger, age 79, passed away on March 27, 2024. She was born on December 14, 1944, in Marion, Texas to Edna (Staats) Hartmann and Achilles Hartmann. Carolyn attended school in Marion and graduated in 1963 where she was Salutatorian of her graduating class. On December 14, 1968, she married Eugene Atzger at St. James Catholic Church in Seguin, Texas.

Following high school, Carolyn worked at Sagebiel’s Home & Auto Center from 1963 to 1966. She began a long career in 1966 with Donegan Insurance Agency which later became Barnard-Donegan Insurance. Her keen sense of accountability served the agency well as she meticulously managed the financial records for 45 years. Carolyn was not afraid to embrace technology when the agency transitioned from hard copy records to the digital age. She enjoyed learning more about technology, even beyond retirement.

She made many friends in the community being an active member of the St. James School and Church community. She served on the PTA for many years and there was not one field trip or class party she missed while Tricia, her daughter, attended St. James School. Following her retirement, Carolyn remained active in the church community by helping count weekly contributions and participating in other various parish functions. She also participated in the TOPS Chapter #1201 for many years.

Carolyn and Gene enjoyed traveling and camping. Some of her favorite trips were to Branson, Missouri, and Alpine, Texas. She also cherished her granddaughters, Tylynn and Campbell. Omie, as they called her, enjoyed sewing them dresses when they were young. They were known to call her requesting a new dress in their recent favorite colors. Carolyn always looked forward to spending time with the girls during their summer vacations and providing them the opportunity to attend local summer

Evola

Nick P. Evola, Jr, age 84, of Geronimo, Texas passed away on March 26, 2024. Nick was born on October 13, 1939, in Independence, Louisiana to Lena Evola Barcia (Noto) & Nick P. Evola, Sr.

Nick or “Mr. Nick” (if you were younger) grew in Independence, graduated high school, and joined the Army where he served as a nurse in Ft. Dix, New Jersey. After marrying the love of his life, Marena J. Schubert Evola, they moved back to Louisiana, then to Texas where they settled in Geronimo in 1972.

Nick was a social person & enjoyed getting out and about, meeting new friends, serving in the Geronimo Volunteer Fire Department as an EMT & Firefighter, being involved in the Catholic Church (serving as usher & Eucharist minister), working at the hospital as a surgical tech (Christus Santa Rosa & Guadalupe Valley

camps at the Seguin Outdoor Learning Center. She also enjoyed hearing about her great-grandchildren’s milestones and receiving many pictures of them on her digital frame.

Carolyn was also known for her love of baking, especially her homemade pecan pies made with the fresh pecans harvested from their yard. Friends often requested her pies when they traveled to Schulenberg during the Thanksgiving holidays. For the longest time, Tricia thought the recipe was an heirloom family recipe – only to find out later that the recipe was on the back of the Karo syrup bottle.

Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents and survived by her husband of 55 years, Eugene Atzger; daughter, Tricia (Gregory) John; granddaughters, Tylynn (Maverick) Culp, and Campbell (Brandon) Day; great-grandchildren, Cooper Day, Caspar, Io, and Seren Culp.

Visitation will be held Thursday, April 4, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. The recitation of the Holy Rosary will be Friday, April 5, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend Gregory J. Nevlud officiating. Entombment will follow in the St. James Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum. Pallbearers will be Michael McFarland, Tom Sedlacek, Brandon Allen, Brandon Day, Maverick Culp, and Erich Strey. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bruce Kraft, Bryan Wayne Kraft, Roger Kraft, and Ben Marrou.

The family is greatly appreciative of the love and support of their family and friends for the many phone calls, visits, and cards. They also thank the staff at Walnut Springs Health and Rehabilitation, Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, and Hope Hospice for the sincere and kind care they provided to Carolyn and her family.

Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Mom, thank you for the never-ending love and support you shared with us. We will continue your legacy of God first, family second, and work last. You have reached your final reward – Good night and God Bless.

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.

Regional) & his favorite as a cashier for HEB; the customers patiently waiting in line to be cashed out by Mr. Nick. He loved his gardening (a BIG garden), butchering (he had his own “at home” butcher shop), his woodworking projects, cooking & BBQing, and his favorite pastime –watching the western TV shows.

Nick was a good & strong husband, father, uncle, and grandfather (Popo). He will be tremendously missed by his family & friends.

Nick is preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Marena, his parents, his brothers Peter & Joseph, and his daughter, Grace Evola-Bourlon.

Nick is survived by his children, Johanna, N. Philip, III (Izumi), Paul (Chrissy), and Ronald (Michele); son-in-law, Richard Bourlon; his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, & many nieces & nephews.

Visitation will begin on Monday, April 1, 2024, at 9:00 am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 9:30 am and the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am including military honors. Interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at a later date.

You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com.

Altherr

Frances Lillian Kluth Altherr, age 82 of Seguin passed away on March 17, 2024. Frances was born on November 12, 1941, in Guadalupe County, Texas to Norma Mary (Stautzenberger) and Erwin Kluth.

In May 1986, Frances (Kluth) Schwarzlose married Paul Altherr and they enjoyed 35 years of marriage together. With their love of God, they shared a beautiful life.

She and Paul faithfully attended St. James Catholic Church, where she participated in Saint Ann’s Circle. They were also members of the American Legion Post #245, where she held many posts in the Ladies Auxiliary. She and Paul loved to go camping and fishing, having many adventures at the state parks. She had a talent for sewing and crocheting, making clothes and blankets for her family. She was a fabulous cook, making delicious holiday meals and family dinners. She also loved gardening, enjoying many plants and flowers in and around their home. But most of all, she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, handing down her many talents and creating precious memories.

Frances is preceded in death by her loving husband Paul Altherr, her

parents, sisters, Joyce Koepsel and Clara Brownfield, and a baby brother.

Survivors include her sons, Scott Schwarzlose (Dalene), Russ Schwarzlose (Rhonda), and Dwayne Schwarzlose (Suzanne); daughter, Hope Schwarzlose Schneider (William); step-son, Nathan Altherr; step-daughter, Paulette Altherr Cowey (Stephen); grandchildren, Ryan Schwarzlose (Miranda), Katina North, Drew Schwarzlose, Megan Schwarzlose, Garrett Schneider (Eleanor), Lauren Schneider, Keith Schwarzlose (Chandler), Konner Schwarzlose, Mallori Schwarzlose, Madison Schwarzlose, Jessica Altherr Spaulding (Shawn), Derek Altherr, Sean Altherr, Krystle Cowey Gillett (Brandon), and Collin Cowey, greatgrandchildren, Scarlett Gillett, Andrew Schwarzlose, Trinity Schwarzlose, Killian Schwarzlose, Sydney North, and Brynlee Mcrea; sister, Virginia Friesenhahn and husband Lawrence; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members, and many friends.

Visitation will begin on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at 9:30 A.M. followed by a memorial service celebrating Frances’ life at 10:30 A.M. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Jim Price officiating. A reception will be announced at the service.

Private family graveside services and interment will be held in San Geronimo Cemetery prior.

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.

Arthur Wilson of Seguin, Texas passed away recently.

Survivors include: wife: Bobbi Jean Wilson and daughters Jilmesa Smith and LaTandra Smith

Viewing will be held Saturday April 6th, 2024 at 10am at New Hope Baptist Church in Seguin, Texas

Funeral services will begin shortly after at 11am at New Hope Baptist Church

Burial will follow at Capote Cemetary

Services Entrusted to: Crenshaw Funeral Home 216 Blumberg St. Seguin, Texas. 78155

Adcock

Gerard A. Adcock, age 89 of Stockdale, passed away on March 28, 2024.

Gerard was born on June 19, 1934, in San Antonio, Texas to Rosalee (Campbell) and Evan Adcock.

Gerard grew up in San Antonio and will be remembered as a graduate of St. Gerard High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. Most of Gerard’s career was spent as the Director of Biomedical Repair in both Houston and Victoria.

Gerard was preceded in death by his son, Andy, his parents, and his siblings, Margie, Rosemary, Evelyn, Michele, Doris, and Evan.

Martinez

Survivors include his loving wife of 67 years, Shirley Ann Fisher Adcock; sons, Dale Adcock, Jeffrey Adcock (Mirabel), and Christopher Adcock; brother, Barney Adcock; grandchildren, Daniel, Sarah, Wayden, Keith, Trey, Jake, and Madisyn; great-grandchildren, Caitlyn, Eulaila, and Lucious; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members, and friends.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the Holy Cross Mausoleum Chapel in San Antonio, Texas with the Reverend Canon Stanislaw Fiuk officiating. Interment with military honors will follow immediately in the Holy Cross Cemetery outside the chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Processing, ST Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 ST Jude Pl, Memphis, TN, 38105-9959 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 Chapel, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

Mary Martinez passed away peacefully at home in the loving presence of her family. Mary was born December 23, 1946, in Seguin, Texas to Trinidad (Aguilar) and Valentin Arriola, Sr.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Valentin Arriola, Jr.

Mary is survived by her husband of 51 years, Joe Martinez; sisters, Christine Olvera and Linda Cervantes (Lorenzo); nieces and nephews; Valentin Arriola III, Sam Olvera (Crystal), Sonya Olvera (Tracie), Teddy Arriola (LeAnne), Eddie Arriola (Rosanna), Lenny Cervantes (Cecilia) and Adriana Moreno (Luis), numerous other loving family members and friends.

Mary was a blessing to all who were able to know her. She took joy in spending time with her family, baking, shopping trips and just simply working in her garden. Most of all she loved hugs from her husband. She was the founding member of Teatro De Artes.

A visitation will be held Wednesday, April 3, 2024 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Funeral service will be Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 1:00 p.m. at First Methodist Church in Seguin with Pastor Ray Perales officiating. Interment to follow at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park. Serving as pallbearers will be Sam Olvera, Lenny Cervantes, Teddy Arriola, Luis Moreno, Ryan Pizarro, and Joseph Olvera.

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.

Bertha Anita Mueller, age 87, of Seguin, Texas, passed away on March 31, 2024. She was born on December 26, 1936, in Houston, Texas, to Herbert and Bertha Mueller. Anita grew up in Tomball, Texas, and graduated from Tomball High School Class of 1955. She attended Massey Business School and later attended the American Institute of Banking.

Anita and Charles were members of Grace Lutheran Church since 1976 and she was a member of the Dorcas Guild at the church.

Anita is preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, Charles Walter Mueller, her daughter, Betty Jeanette Mueller, and her parents.

She is survived by her daughter Carrie Mueller; grandchildren Richard Wessels and his bride Maegan, Crockett Wessels and his bride Kaitlyn and Abra Wessels and fiancé Bryan Burns; great-grandchildren Kallie, Jeremiah, Julia, Noah, Scarlet, Hugo, Koltin, Charlie, Daphne, and Jameson; identical twin sister, Betty Juanita Terrell; nieces, Vanita Hodge and husband Richard and Susan Leppard and husband Steve; several great-nieces and several great-nephews, other loving family members and friends.

Visitation will begin on Thursday, April 4, 2024, at 9 a.m. followed by a funeral service at 10 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with Chaplain Kenneth Holder officiating. Interment will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Richard Wessels, Crockett Wessels, Koltin Wessels, Charlie Wenner, Richard Hodge, and Lane Hodge.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

Mueller

Experts Warn Against Fake Eclipse Glasses

(Washington, D.C.) -- Experts are warning people about fake eclipse glasses. The American Astronomical Society reminded stargazers to wear approved eclipse glasses on April 8th to watch the event, and to make sure they aren’t counterfeit. Real eclipse glasses are specially made to block almost all visible light, and the AAS warned the market is full of cheap knockoffs that could cause blindness. On April 8th, the moon will pass between Earth and the sun, blocking much of its light for a few minutes. The society provided a list of reputable makers of eclipse eye protection, for the roughly 32 million Americans who will be able to see the total solar eclipse where they live.

CDC: Rare Bacterial Infection On The Rise

(Atlanta, GA) -- A rare bacterial infection is on the rise in the U.S. The CDC is alerting doctors to watch for the meningococcal infection, which may have unusual symptoms. So far this year, among the cases identified about one in six have died. That’s a higher rate than typical with such infections. Also unusual about this infection is the age group-while meningitis typically affects babies to young adults, these cases are seen in middle-aged adults. The CDC’s warning comes after the Virginia Department of Health said five deaths came from the same disease in September.

Tuberculosis

Rates In U.S. Rise

(Atlanta, GA) -- Tuberculosis rates in the U.S. are on the upswing. They rose by 16-percent in 2023, the third year in a row that cases went up. That’s after nearly 30 years of decline. In the newest report from the CDC, the number of TB cases reached nearly 10-thousand in a jump of close to 13-hundred over the year before. Forty states and DC all rose in rates and case counts across all age groups, in both US-born and non-US-born people.

U.S. Landfills Emit More Methane Than Expected (Washington, DC) -- Garbage piling up in landfills is emitting planet-warming gas at rates higher than experts thought. That’s according to a study published in the journal Science. Scientists say this research was the largest measurement-based survey of American landfills. While landfills aren’t known for their methane output, they do have a large impact at about 20-percent of global human-caused emissions, according to CNN. Landfills produce the gas through organic waste like food scraps, paper and wood decomposing without oxygen.

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Registration Open for City Summer Day Camp

Registration is now open for the City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department’s Just for Kids Summer Day Camp program for those who have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade, not to exceed 11 years of age. The camp operates from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. from Monday, June 3 to Friday, Aug. 2. There is a $25 registration fee due at the time of registration and the weekly fee is $110. To register, visit the Park and Recreation office at 600 River Drive west, or www.seguintexas.gov/summercamp. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Take-N-Make Adult Craft – Origami Paper Fans

This April, the Seguin Public Library will distribute Adult Take-N-Make Origami Paper Fan Craft Kits. The kit includes all the materials to make an Origami paper fan. Kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis. Craft kits are for adults only, while supplies last. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Walk-N-Talk Across Texas

The Texas A&M Agrilife Extension will to host the 5th-week of its Walk Across Texas! 8-week program at noon on Mondays at the Seguin Public Library. Teams of 8 can register, or individuals can be grouped into teams. Every week participants will log miles and track team’s progress. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov.

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.

I Dream a World: TLU Spring Choir Tour

The TLU I Dream a World - Spring Choir Tour will have its free final concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 2 in the Chapel of the Abiding Presence on the campus of Texas Lutheran University.

Texas Lutheran University Tax Clinic

The Texas Lutheran University Tax Clinic will be open to the public through Monday, April 15. Hours of operation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. every Wednesday and from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. The clinic is located at 1000 West Court Street in Seguin. To drop off materials, drive in the Main Entrance off of Court Street and get in line. A volunteer will be there to greet

you. Taxpayers will then remain in their cars, and student volunteers will come to you and gather tax information, and provide the tax return to you. For further questions, call 830372-6050.

AA Meetings

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

Chamber Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 3 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. The meal is $20 for members in advance and $25 for non-members and late registration. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

Pecan Valley Communicators

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

NAMI Family Support Group

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

Caregiver Cafe

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

Parkinson’s Support Group

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

The Big Red Barn Gala

The Big Red Barn will have a Gala fundraising event beginning at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 4 at 390 Cordova Rd. in Seguin. Don your cowboy hats and boots or your favorite cocktail attire. There will be a happy hour, tours, dinner, live auction, and entertainment by William Beckmann. Tables are limited, secure yours or sign up for sponsorships by calling 281-6582165 or emailing nicole.zta@gmail.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 830-2512080.

Citizens Fire Academy Seeking Applicants

The City of Seguin Fire Department is seeking applicants for its free Citizens Fire Academy that will run from Thursday, April 11 to Thursday, June 13 and will be held at various fire stations and facilities. It is open to anyone 18 years of age or older who resides in Seguin. All applicants will undergo a background check. Space is limited to the first 12 applicants. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 5. Applications can be submitted online at www.seguintexas. gov/197/Citizens-Fire-Academy or at the Fire Administration Office located inside the Municipal Court Building at 660 S. Hwy. 46. For more information, call 830-401-2321.

TLU Front Row 2024

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

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 5 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The beneficiary will be the GVCCC and April entertainment will be provided by Brushy Creek.

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Zonta Club of Seguin Rummage Sale

The Zonta Club of Seguin will have a Rummage Sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 6 at the Texas National guard Armory, located at 1002 S. Guadalupe St. in Seguin. For questions, call Mickey Cavin at 830-305-0785.

Discover Remarkable Reptiles

The Guadalupe Master Naturalists will offer its Discover Remarkable Reptiles program with staggered start times from 9:30 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 6 at the Seguin Public Library. The free program is for pre-k to 4th grade children and their parents or accompanying adult. Participants will learn how reptiles adapt to their environment. No preregistration is necessary.

Walk-N-Talk Across Texas

The Texas A&M Agrilife Extension will to host the 6th-week of its Walk Across Texas! 8-week program at noon on Mondays at the Seguin Public Library. Teams of 8 can register, or individuals can be grouped into teams. Every week participants will log miles and track team’s progress. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov.

Native Plant Society Meeting

The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will meet beginning with a plant/seed exchange at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 9 at St. John Lutheran Church, located at FM 465 in Marion. The presenter will be Andy Blair of TDOT on “Plants of the Sandylands.” For more information, visit www. npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.

Cumbia Under the Stars

The Mexican American Student Association and the Center for Mexican American Studies at Texas Lutheran University will have a Cumbia Under the Stars event benefiting MASA and Carla Medina from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 12 at the TLU Alumni Plaza, located at 1000 W. Court St. in Seguin. There will be a silent auction, dinner, and dance with live music by Santa Lucia. Tickets are $10 presale and $15 at the door. Tickets are available online at Eventbrite. For more information, email csilva@tlu.edu.

Movies in the Park

The City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department will continue its Movies in the Park

series at 8:45 p.m. on Friday, April 12 at Park West. An additional movie will be shown at 8:45 p.m. on Friday, June 14 at Manuel Castilla Park. All movies are free. For a lineup of movies, visit www.seguintexas.gov/1275/ Movies-in-the-Park. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Festival for Life

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

Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program

The City of Seguin is now accepting applications for the Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to a 75 percent matching grant, with a maximum grant awarded to an applicant not to exceed $10,000. Improvements and other expenditures eligible under the Seguin BIG Program include facade improvements, sign improvements, site improvements, and other real property improvements. Program Guidelines and Applications are available online at www.SeguinTexas.gov or at www.SeguinEDC.com. Applications must be submitted through the BIG application portal which can be accessed by visiting: https://bit.ly/ seguin-big24 by the close of business on the last day of each month. For more information, visit www.SeguinEDC.com, or call 830-4012476.

Zonta Club of Seguin Accepting Scholarship Applications

The Zonta Club of Seguin is accepting applications for scholarships for a female resident of Guadalupe County. The application and eligibility information is available at www. seguinzonta.org/scholarship-application. The application deadline is Monday, April 15.

Food Distribution Event

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

Walk-N-Talk Across Texas

The Texas A&M Agrilife Extension will to host the 7th-week of its Walk Across Texas! 8-week program at noon on Mondays

at the Seguin Public Library. Teams of 8 can register, or individuals can be grouped into teams. Every week participants will log miles and track team’s progress. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov.

Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group

The First Presbyterian Church, Seguin is offering a Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 16 at 1121 E. Walnut St. The group is available to assist with questions regarding your rights and benefits available to you and will meet the third Tuesday of the month. For questions or more information, call 830-379-5421. If there is no answer, leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as they receive the message.

Seguin Young Professionals April Social

The Seguin Young Professionals will have its April Social at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 17 at the Lion’s Den, located at 115 W. Court St. in Seguin. There will be painting, networking, refreshments, and door prizes. The cost is $45 per person and $10 will benefit TruLight127 Ministries.

Veterans Coffee & Camaraderie

The Veterans Outreach Center will have Veterans Coffee & Camaraderie at 9 a.m. the 3rd Thursday of every month in the lounge. To RSVP, call 830-303-4188, Ext. 1249.

Seguin Art League Bluebonnet Landscape Class

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

Guadalupe County Wildlife Management Association Spring Meeting

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

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11th Annual Spring Stream Cleanup

The Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Watershed Partnership will have its 11th Annual Spring Stream Cleanup from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 20. There will be two meeting locations, at the Irma Lewis Seguin Outdoor Learning Center, located at 1865 E. US Highway 90 and at Oak Creek Elementary, located at 3060 Goodwin Lane in New Braunfels. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/GeronimoAlligator. To register, visit www.geronimocreek.org.

Seguin Art League Paint Out

The Seguin Art League will have it Annual Paint Out on Saturday, April 20, and its Wet Paint Sale on Saturday, April 27. Ages 16 and over can apply online at www.seguinartleague.com, via email at seguinartleague@yahoo.com, or in person at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Seguin River 5K Run/Walk

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

Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers Sporting Clay Shoot

The Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers will have a Sporting Clay Shoot beginning with 9 a.m. start for 1st round of shooters and a 12:30 p.m. start time for the 2nd round on Saturday, April 20 at 555 Malmsten Rd in Seguin. The cost is $135 per individual and $500 per 4-man team. Register at iClays.com. For more information about the shoot, call David Reiley at 210-771-5755 or Richard Hodge at 210289-2513. For sponsorship opportunities, call Kenna Schievelbein at 830-481-7824.

TLU’s Dr. Eric Daub Piano Recital

The Texas Lutheran University will host the second of two recitals celebrating and honoring Dr. Eric Daub’s career as he retires at the end of the school year. Dr. Daub will be featured as a soloist together with friends and the TLU Orchestra in J.S. Bach’s Concerto for Four Pianos and William Grant Still’s Ennango at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 21. A reception will follow the concert.

Walk-N-Talk Across Texas

The Texas A&M Agrilife Extension will to host the 8th-week of its Walk Across Texas! 8-week program at noon on Mondays at the Seguin Public Library. Teams of 8 can register, or individuals can be grouped into teams. Every week participants will log miles and track team’s progress. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov.

Non-Profit Expo

The Guadalupe County Fair will host a Non-Profit Expo from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24 at the Seguin Event Complex, located at 950 S. Austin St. There will be booths, fun things for kids, door prizes, and a big equipment rodeo. The expo is free and booth space for non-profits are free. For profit booths are also available for a fee. Live commercial minutes are also available. For more information and to secure a booth, call 830379-6477, email gcfairoffice@gmail.com, or visit www.gcfair.org.

Jacob’s Ladder Foundation Cornhole For a Cause

The Jacob’s Ladder Foundation will have its Cornhole For a Cause tournament on Saturday, April 27 at The Big Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Rd in Seguin. The fee is $40 per 2-person teams. (No Subs) There will also be BBQ brisket plates for $12. To register and for more information, call 830-481-3253, or visit jacobsladderfoundation.org.

Introduction to Pastels at the Seguin Art League

The Seguin Art League will have an adult Introduction to Pastels from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn how colors interact, how to layer colors, color theory, and basic composition. The cost is $30 with supplies provided. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Get Out The Vote Concert

The Guadalupe County Democratic Party will have a Get Out The Vote Concert featuring the Peterson Brothers Band at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at The Stephen & Mary Birch Texas Theatre, located at 425 N. Austin St. in Seguin. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 for balcony seating, $35 for floor seating, and $40 for orchestra seating. For tickets and more information, email Secretarygcdp@ gmail.com.

May

Seguin Rotary Club Charity Golf Tournament

The Seguin Rotary Club will have its Charity Golf Tournament beginning with check-in at 7 a.m. on Thursday, May 2 at The Bandit Golf Course. The fee for a four-person team is $600. Register at www.seguinrotary.org.

High School Art Show

The Seguin Art League will accept submissions for its 14th Annual High School Art Show, for grades 9 to 12, from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 2 at St. Andrew’s McKeogh Hall, located at 201 E. Nolte St. in Seguin. The maximum is 2 artwork submissions per student. The awards reception will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 4. For more information and prospectus, visit seguinartleague. com, the Seguin Art League Gallery, or call 830-305-0472.

Evangelists’ Lutheran Spring Fling Rummage Sale

The Evangelists’ Lutheran Church will have its Spring Fling Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 4 at 7745 Kingsbury Rd. in Kingsbury. Vendors must supply their own tables, chairs & tent covers no larger than 10ft x 10ft and clean their area when they leave. Restrooms will be available. Vendor spaces are $25. To reserve a vendor space, call Maxine at 830-358-8966.

Chamber Teacher of the Year Banquet

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

Leadership Seguin Graduation Dinner

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Leadership Seguin Graduation Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21 at the Geronimo Community Center, located at 280 Navarro Dr. Tickets are $25 per person. To RSVP, call 830-379-6382 by Monday, May 13.

Seguin Art League Basket Making Class

The Seguin Art League will have a Basket Making Class from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will make a piece of fiber art using fabric to create a designer basket. The cost is $30 and supplies are included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

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Food Distribution Event

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

Women’s Council Social

The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will have a Women’s Council Social from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 at the 1916 Bar & Bistro, located at the Aumont at 301 N. Austin St. in Seguin.

June

Food Distribution Event

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

July

Food Distribution Event

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

August

Food Distribution Event

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

September

Food Distribution Event

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

October

Food Distribution Event

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

November

Food Distribution Event

Ongoing Community Calendar Items

CCSCT Utility Assistance Application for 2024 Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ccsct_cares.

Heritage Museum Calendars

The Heritage Museum is selling 2024 Then and Now Themed Calendars. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www.heritagemuseum. net. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.

Volunteer Van Drivers Needed

Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830-303-4188 ext. 1249.

Precious Life Services

Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 830-372-5980.

Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program

The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free

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

placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-956-1155.

Salvation Army Office

The Seguin Unit Salvation Army office is located at 205 North King Street. The office is open to receive requests for assistance weekly from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Volunteers Needed

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

La Trinidad Blessing Box - Food Pantry

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

The Country Church Attic

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

Clothing Ministry

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

Free Bible Course

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

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