SDN: April 25, 2024

KWED/SDN creates first ever community Non-Profit Guidebook

New community resource guide now available for people seeking service, support for local non-profits

(Seguin) -- Local non-profit groups are getting another assist in their efforts to better connect with the community. The inaugural Non-Profit Expo was held Wednesday night in the Seguin Coliseum. And today, the first ever SeguinGuadalupe County Non-Profit Guidebook officially becomes available to the community.

The guidebook was put together by KWED and the Seguin Daily News. General Manager Darren Dunn says this is a new resource for the entire community.

“This nonprofit guidebook is a way for the community to understand exactly what’s available here locally. There are so many charitable organizations that are doing

such fine work that really provide crisis services -- they provide services to enhance the quality of life and really try to fulfill the needs of the people in this community and so we needed a resource. It wasn’t available. We needed a resource that would allow people to get connected to those services and also a resource that would allow people to find volunteer opportunities so that they can show more love and support to some of these organizations,” said Dunn. “It’s no accident that the guidebook was released in time for Wednesday’s Non-Profit Expo, hosted by the Guadalupe County Fair Association.

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Folks who attended Wednesday's inaugural Non-Profit Expo at the Seguin Coliseum were among the first to get their hands on the new Seguin-Guadalupe County Non-Profit Guidebook being distributed by KWED Radio and the Seguin Daily News. Photo by Jarred Kindles

Lions Spring Fling to serve up famous pork steaks Tickets for annual fundraiser still available

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- It's spring and that means it's time for tonight's Seguin Noon Lions Club Spring Fling. Tickets are still available for the event which includes a popular pork steak dinner catered by Troy Brown and Next Door Catering.

The drive-thru event will be held today from 5 to 7 p.m. in the Silver Center parking lot.

Since the 1940's, Lion Bill Klingemann says the club's fundraiser has evolved into various versions landing the group today with this very successful dinner and raffle event.

Klingemann says of course, helping to feed into that success, is

the meal itself.

"Again as I said before, this is that delicious pork steak. Everybody raves about it. Nobody is disappointed.

Saturday morning radio program to discuss Navarro ISD bond issue

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Geronimo) -- KWED radio listeners in the Navarro ISD will want to tune in Saturday for a list of the facts behind the district's proposed $120 million bond election.

Navarro ISD Superintendent Mandy Epley has been invited to join the radio program to layout the items found on the Saturday May 4 ballot.

As reported, there are three propositions that make up the bond package. Proposition A has a total of $73.7 million and includes the construction of a new elementary school. Proposition B calls for $35.5 million to be spent on a new athletic stadium and field house. Proposition C calls for expenditures of $10.8 million for new baseball and softball turf fields, tennis courts, restrooms, and concessions.

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Everybody is excited to get it and get a big portion of that. You get those special potatoes that only Troy Brown and Next Door Catering know how to cook that way. Get some green beans and I don't even like green beans and I love their green beans. They are just so good. You get all that for $15. We will have a limited number of plates for sale at the door for $20. But again, we encourage people to buy the plates ahead of time. It helps us plan and it makes sure that nobody is disappointed to come down and find out that we sold out," said Klingemann. Lions, pg. 5

TLU invites Seguin to unveiling of campus mural

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- The Seguin community is invited to join Texas Lutheran University this Friday morning as it unveils a cultural bridge between them.

Local artist/muralist Danielle Villareal, in collaboration with TLU art students and the Center for Mexican American Studies, will be using her paintbrush to bring color and life to the south wall of TLU’s Schuech Fine Arts Center. The mural will be visible from the Langner Hall parking lot.

TLU officials say the resulting mural will constitute as the first permanent art installation

in the university’s history -- representing the TLU Mexican American community, which currently makes up just under half the student body.

“We’re excited to add a visual representation that underscores the importance of the connections between TLU and Seguin, celebrating our shared history, diversity, and partnership,” said TLU President Dr. Debbie Cottrell. “I know that this mural will provide yet another way that our Hispanic Serving Institution status is brought to life on our campus.”

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TLU to say goodbye to The Golden Guys

Three longtime greats set to retire

(Seguin) -- They say all good things must come to an end-but sometimes endings bring new beginnings, and as one chapter closes, another opens and the story goes on. For three outstanding, longtime faculty members, the stories will most definitely go on, and in their wake, they're leaving quite a legacy behind. Still, one wonders what these three-Dr. Norman Beck, Dr. Robert Jonas, and Dr. Eric Daub- will remember most as they look back over their years at TLU-and what wisdom they have to bestow from all they've learned along the way.

Beck, Lutheran pastor and professor of Theology and Classical Languages, is capping off an amazing 49-year tenure at TLU, having arrived on campus in January of 1975. When perusing his decades of Bulldog memories, he fondly recalls the 1975-76 football season, when legendary head coach Jim Wacker led the Bulldogs to the NAIA Division II Football National Championship-for the second year in a row.

Beck is preparing to deliver his final lecture before entering a well-earned retirement. The lecture will be followed by a reception, providing an opportunity for friends, colleagues, and former students to share stories and express gratitude to a beloved member of our community. The event will take place on Saturday, April 27 at 2 p.m. in TLU's Chapel of Abiding Presence.

Jonas, professor of Biology, showed up on campus a good many years after Beck, in 1991. That brings his

TLU run to 33 years. His best memory from that time? Turns out he's got too many to count, but he says, “It's always great to see how former students are doing!”

Daub, director of Piano Studies and Music Theory at TLU's School of Music, is an accomplished pianist covering everything from jazz to blues to rock. He started his TLU days in August of 1994. He says he'll always remember when, at the beginning of one spring semester, his music theory students presented him with what they called The Box of Shame. “They had apparently written down quotes from the past several years of lectures all over the outside of the boxlighthearted admonitions about music theory and being more responsible about studying and taking notes,” he explains. “They wanted me to put a student in the Box of Shame when they weren't measuring up to expectations, and were very disappointed when I refused to do so.” Daub says the Box of Shame sat in the classroom through that entire semester. “I guess it was recycled over the following summer. I wish that I would have kept it.”

Considering how long these three-these golden guys who've walked alongside generations of TLU studentshave been on campus, one wonders what advice they might offer to their younger and less experienced selves if they could go all the way back to the beginning.

“l would advise myself to audit Spanish language courses to gain a reading and speaking knowledge of the Spanish language.” That's Norm Beck's take. Bob Jonas, on the other hand, feels like he actually did receive a nugget of wisdom, right from the start: “Don't lower your standards.”

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Special by Tracy Donley, TLU Communications

Guidebook, continued.

Dunn says they wanted to brighten the spotlight that was being shined on charities that are working hard each day to take care of this community.”

It’s no accident that the guidebook was released in time for Wednesday’s Non-Profit Expo, hosted by the Guadalupe County Fair Association. Dunn says they wanted to brighten the spotlight that was being shined on charities that are working hard each day to take care of this community.

“I want to tip my hat to Gail Damerau from the fair association board of directors. She was the guiding force to help the fair association come up with this idea for the nonprofit expo that was held on Wednesday night. But that expo really opened up an opportunity for us to all be better connected to some of these organizations that are doing the hardwork each and every day. We count on these organizations to provide these services to the people in this community. We count on them to be there when there is a need in this community and they are stepping up all the time to do that. So, this was just a better way for us to say we see what is happening with the nonprofit expo, how can we better enhance that to make more people aware about this important

work that is being done and also to help them to understand how we can have a lasting impact on that work. You can volunteer. You can give. You can leave donations that exist even after you are gone so this nonprofit guide book hopefully helps to shine a bigger spotlight on all of those efforts,” said Dunn.

Dunn says a lot of hard work went into the

Non-Profit Guidebook, but he says it was a labor of love. He says it’s another way for the radio station to help keep the community informed and connected.

“KWED exist for one reason and that is to work in service to this community. We want people to know what’s happening in this town. We want people to know that there are neighbors helping neighbors. We want people to know that there are charities that exist within this community and even some outside of this community that bring their services and attention to Seguin and Guadalupe County. You need to know what is out there because when help is needed, we want to make sure you are able to get exactly what you need in those situations. We want to make sure that if you are in a crisis, there is support for you. We want you to know that if you are looking to improve the quality of life, there are plenty of organizations that are working to do that as well. This is just another way for us to make sure we are taking care of this community in the best way possible,” said Dunn.

The 2024 Seguin-Guadalupe County NonProfit Guidebook can be picked up here at KWED, located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. They can also be obtained from non-profit groups all over town, or you can access digital copies of the community resource by visiting seguintoday.com.

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Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen is also excited about the mural and invites the community to stop by Friday or when they are near the campus. “What an incredible depiction and opportunity for our community! Texas Lutheran University has always been an integral part of the

Lions, continued.

Seguin community and this mural will serve as an important visual historical representation and remind us that we are all a part of this community, our home, Seguin,” said Dodgen.

The unveiling ceremony gets underway at 10 a.m. Friday. The event will be a celebration of both art and the student achievement. Refreshments and music will

Just as important is the club's annual raffle. Klingemann says this year's raffle features 12 great prizes.

"We do have the raffle and it kind of ties into the pork steak because the top prize on that raffle is, in fact, a catered dinner for 50 people donated by Next Door Catering so if you love pork steaks, you can really get together with you and your friends and have a really nice catered dinner. (Fellow Lion) Pat Sagebiel says some people say they don't have 50 friends but if you win the prize, you will have 50 friends. It's not going to be a problem. In addition, we have a $750 Visa card; $300 Visa card donated by First United Bank; a $300 credit towards a Lazy Boy recliner at Starcke Furniture; a $200 gift certificate

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This advice came from the late Dr. Deb Hettinger, biology professor. And what about Daub? “I would say to myself, 'Relax, enjoy, and know that you are in a great place working with great people.'” Good advice for all of us.

And as to the students-the up-and-coming leaders in our midst-the three have some simple words of advice for them as well. “Attend all classes if possible, participate in class discussions, take good notes, study your notes daily so that you will not need to cram for exams, and complete all assignment before the due dates,” says Beck. Jonas advises, “You have time, don't rush your life. I started my PhD program when I was 28.” And Daub points out that “TLU is a place where

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Epley will also provide the latest numbers and information on the district's fast-paced growth. She will also talk about the decisions behind the various propositions which were put together by a Navarro facilities committee.

The Saturday Topic Program gets underway at 8 a.m. Saturday on AM 1580 KWED. You can also listen live at SeguinToday.com.

The Navarro ISD bond election is just one of a handful of races that will appear on the May 4 ballot. Early voting in those races continues today and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and again on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Early voting will also be held Monday and Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Early voting locations include the Seguin Elections Office, the Central Texas Technology Center, Redemptive Grace Ministries, the Schertz Community Center, Selma City Hall and the New Berlin City Hall.

to Granzin's from Westerholm Koehler Insurance; four rounds of golf from Starcke Park; $150 Visa card; a box of assorted Mini Grip zip bags. That's a treasured prize. We also have a $100 gift certificate from St. James and $100 gift certificate from Pat and Charles Villeneuve; Dietz Flowers contributed a $50 gift certificate and of course, a one hour massage donated by Janet Ignasiak, licensed massage therapist," said Klingemann.

Raffle tickets are 15 for $10. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Silver Center; Starcke Furniture, Ascot's Custom Travel or at Tri County AC and Heating. They can also be purchased from any Lions Club member.

Proceeds from the event go to support various charities including the Lions KidSight USA Foundation, the Lions Camp in Kerrville and the Christian Cupboard, Seguin's food pantry.

you can learn the skills, discipline, and joy that is essential for your future professional lives. If you aren't sure about what you want to do with your life, we will help you discover your purpose!”

Having seen so many groups of students come and go through the years, how, you might wonder, do the three feel about this current generation? Well let's just say the future is looking bright from where they're standing. “This generation of TLU students welcomes diversity and includes rather than excludes a variety of viewpoints in Theology and in life,” says Beck. Jonas adds that, “Our students are compassionate, they respect each other and everyone's uniqueness.” And Daub concurs. “Our students are all really kind and generous people who care deeply about equality, justice, and inclusiveness.”

So as they close this chapter and move on to the next, what's in store? Beck will continue to be actively involved in TLU activities and in the lives of his family-so don't fret: you'll still see him around campus. Jonas is looking forward to doing some traveling and fishing, and he's considering taking up the guitar. And Daub, who's been commuting in from North Austin, looks forward to leaving rush hour behind. He'll be working on numerous musical projects on his piano and keyboards and enjoying travelling with his wife.

Consider this: between the three of them, Beck, Jonas, and Daub have given 112 years to TLU. Who knows how many classes they've taught or lives they've changed-or what their students would say, were they all gathered together in one group. But one thing is sure: that group would jump to

Seguin Matadors clinch at least a tie for final district playoff berth

(Seguin) -- The Seguin Matadors clinched at least a tie for fourth place in District 26-5A with one game remaining despite a 7-0 setback to the Boerne-Champion Chargers at Smokey Joe Williams Field on Tuesday night.

The loss by the Matadors along with a loss by New Braunfels Canyon keeps Seguin one game ahead of the Cougars, who are now in a three-way tie for fifth place in the district with San Antonio Wagner and Kerrville-Tivy.

Wagner defeated Canyon, 5-1 at Wagner High School on Tuesday night to force a tie with the Cougars. Kerrville-Tivy knocked off last place San Antonio Veterans Memorial, 9-3 on Tuesday night in Kerrville to keep pace with the T’Birds and Cougars.

Canyon will host Wagner on Friday night while Tivy plays at Veterans Memorial on the final day of the district season. Seguin will travel to Boerne on Friday for a rematch with the Chargers.

Boerne-Champion is tied for first place in the district with Smithson Valley. If Seguin wins on Friday, they will clinch the final playoff berth. If the Mats lose, there will be at least one tiebreaker game for Seguin next week to determine the last playoff spot in the district. First pitch between the Mats and Chargers on Friday is set for 7 p.m. at Champion High School.

(San Antonio) — The Navarro Panthers used a nine-run fifth inning to run-rule San Antonio Memorial, 11-0 in five innings on Tuesday night in San Antonio.

Gavin Newborg had a double and a triple and drove in two runs for the Panthers, who won their final district game. Austin Davidson also had a pair of hits and scored two runs. Davidson got the start on the mound and went four innings allowing only one hit and striking out nine

The Panthers finished 8-2 and in second place in District 28-4A behind 10-0 La Vernia. Navarro will play either Wimberley or Fredericksburg in the Bi-District round next week.

(Marion) — And the Marion Bulldogs, champions of District 26-3A, will play Tidehaven in the first round of the playoffs next week.

The UIL Bi-District baseball playoffs start next Thursday. The Bulldogs will host San Antonio Jefferson in a non-district game on Friday night.

High school softball:

(San Marcos) -- The Seguin Lady Matadors are in the Class 5A softball playoffs. The Lady Mats will face District 25-5A champion Liberty Hill in the Bi-District round in a best-of-three series.

Games one and two are Thursday and Friday nights. A game three , if necessary, will be held on Saturday at noon. All games will be played at San Marcos High School and we’ll have them all on KWED.

Game one between the Lady Matadors and Lady Panthers is set for 6 O’clock

Thursday evening at San Marcos High School. Friday’s game will also start at 6 p.m.

(Geronimo) -- The Navarro Lady Panthers will also play a best-of-three series in their Class 4A Bi-District playoff.

Navarro, the third place team from District 28-4A, will play District 27-4A second place finisher Comal Davenport.

Game one is Thursday night at 6 p.m. in Geronimo.

Game two will be held on Friday evening at 6 at Davenport High School.

A game three, if necessary, will take place at noon on Saturday at Navarro High School.

(Marion) -- And District 26-3A champion Marion will face Tidehaven in their Bi-District matchup.

Tidehaven fell to Yoakum Tuesday night in a tiebreaker game for third place in District 25-3A and will now face the Lady Bulldogs in the playoffs starting on Friday.

Games one and two of the three game series will be held on Friday in Columbus. The first game will be held at 5:30 p.m. Game two will be held 30 minutes following the completion of game one. A game three, if necessary, will take place on Saturday at noon in Hallettsville.

Chris Austin

Donegan Branch

Alvarez

Funeral Services for Willie Dan Branch will be held Tuesday, April 30th at 10AM from the Refuge III Church of our Lord Jesus Christ with interment at the Ilka Cemetery in Seguin. The body will lie in state at Eunice and Lee Mortuary from 5 to 7pm Monday, April 29th.

He is survived by his siblings, Gloria Mills, J. C. Branch, Chester Branch, Helen Branch and Tillie Branch Luke. Services entrusted to the reverent care of Eunice and Lee Mortuary.

Emmett Giffen Donegan, age 95 of Seguin, died peacefully in his sleep on April 15, 2024, at the PAM Specialty Rehabilitation Center of New Braunfels. Emmett was born on July 2, 1928, in Seguin, Texas to Hettie Willie (Giffen) and Charles Henry Donegan, Sr.

Emmett is preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Marjorie Donegan Luce, and husband A. E. “Buck”; brothers, Charles Henry Donegan, Jr. and wife Marjorie, John Donegan and wife Idalen, Benton Donegan, brother-inlaw, Raleigh Custer, former spouse and mother of his sons, Ann Nelson Donegan.

Survivors include his loving wife of 41 years, Geraldine “Geri” Donegan; sons, Nelson Donegan, Craig Donegan, and wife Pat, and Scott Donegan; his beloved grandsons, Sherman Donegan and wife Jennifer, and Richard Donegan and wife Alex; great-grandchildren, Elizabeth, Madeleine, Brigitte, and Blakely Donegan; step-children, Brian Thomas and Kim Thomas; sister, Patricia Custer; sister-in-law, Mary Louise Donegan; numerous nieces and nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.

A memorial service celebrating Emmett’s life will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church with the Reverend Stephen Shortess officiating. A reception will follow in McKeogh Hall.

Memorial contributions may be made to St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Memorial Fund, 201 E. Nolte St., Seguin, Texas, 78155.

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

Ignacio Alvarez Jr., age 81 of Seguin, Texas passed away on February 29, 2024. Ignacio was born on January 17, 1943 in Seguin, to Andrea and Ignacio Alvarez Sr.

A man of strong work ethic, Ignacio owned and operated a business and mastered several trades. After the passing of his wife, Ignacio dedicated much time helping care for his mother and later on his youngest brother.

Preceding him in death, wife Yolanda Alvarez, parents Andrea and Ignacio Alvarez Sr, brothers Juan and Marcelino Alvarez, sisters Locadia Ramos and Rosa Arce.

He is survived by daughter Yolanda Alvarez, sisters Petra Noriega and Francisca Sandoval.

We are so thankful to the Lord for the life of our precious loved one, Ignacio. Thank you, “Tio” for the precious memories. We will miss you dearly. A private memorial service is planned for a later date.

Saldivar

In the morning of a Texas sunrise, Robert Saldivar esteemed patriarch, Aggie aficionado, entrepreneur extraordinaire~quietly folded his earthly storybook on March 13, 2024, in the quaint town of Seguin, Texas. He was born beneath the vast sky of Chihuahua, Mexico on September 26, 1935. The family will receive condolences on April 27, 2024 at Palmer Mortuary beginning at 10:00 a.m. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 a.m. all services will conclude in the Palmer Mortuary Chapel.

Funeral arrangements are entrusted to the tender care of Palmer Mortuary in Seguin, Texas. Please log on to www. palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

Cipriano “Zip” D. Rojas Sr., known for his kindness, warmth, and dedication to his family, passed away at home surrounded by loved ones in Seguin, Texas, on April 8, 2024, at the age of 64. He was born on August 26, 1959, in Seguin.

“Zip” took immense pride in his career as a truck driver, spanning over 30 years. It was a source of great accomplishment for him, reflecting his strong work ethic and commitment.

Beyond his professional life, Zip’s true joy came from spending time with family and friends. He particularly enjoyed family gatherings and BBQs where he could showcase his skills in smoking briskets. Tending to his yard was another passion of his, as he found pride in making it look beautiful. His love for music was evident to all who knew him. Zip found immense pleasure in jamming out to tunes and attending concerts, especially country music shows. These moments brought him immense happiness and created cherished memories. However, above all else, Zip’s proudest accomplishments were his grandchildren. He showered them with love that knew no bounds and their presence brought him immeasurable joy that words could not capture. In the hearts of those who mourn his passing are the memories of a man who was always willing to help others, kindhearted by nature, and forever welcoming with a warm smile.

Cipriano is survived by his children: Sulema Rojas Cantu (Isaias Cantu), Francisca Rojas (Juventino Rojas Gutierrez), Cipriano Rojas Jr. (Audrey Lynn Rojas), Nicolasa Rojas Garcia, Martin Rojas, Eduardo Reyes, and Daniel Rojas; as well as 19 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his fiancé Griselda Reyes; siblings Guillermo Rojas Sr., Angelita Rojas, Julia Rojas Valdez; brother-in-law Lucio A. Sanchez as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

In death, Cipriano rejoins his parents Apolonio Flores Rojas Sr. and Francisca Diaz Correa; his brother Apolonio Diaz Rojas Jr.; sisters Juanita Rojas Niño Maria Rojas Rodriguez; Ramona Ann Sanchez - leaving behind a legacy of love and compassion that will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of knowing him. May he rest in eternal peace knowing he was truly loved and admired by many.

Visitation will be held at Palmer Mortuary on Thursday, April 25, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The recitation of the Holy Rosary will begin at 7:00 p.m.

Visitation will continue Friday, April 26, 2024, at Palmer Mortuary at 8:00 a.m. and a procession will depart at 9:30 a.m. to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church where Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Santo Tomas Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are under the care of Palmer Mortuary & Cremations Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

LeClair VITAL STATISTICS

Burlene Mabel LeClair, age 79, passed away on April 17, 2024 after dementia-related decline. She was born in Pueblo, Colorado, to Burl and Mabel (Lowrance) Caffey on December 10, 1944. Burlene was raised on Caffey’s Guernsey Dairy and was active in 4H. She was proud of her accomplishments in showing cows and public speaking despite her introverted nature. At the Colorado State Fair, she won the Grand Champion Dairy Showmanship in 1959 and placed first in the speech contest in 1960. She attended Colorado State University where she was a member and Vice President of Kappa Alpha Theta sorority, graduating with a degree in Vocational Home Economics Education in 1966.

While teaching in Lamar, Colorado, she met her husband Curtis and they married in 1971. They moved throughout the Midwest due to his career in the trucking industry, raising their children primarily in Council Bluffs, Iowa.

After relocating to Seguin to be close to their daughter’s family, Burlene enjoyed being the Director of Emanuel’s Lutheran Day School for ten years, retiring in 2014. During her tenure, she loved her staff, the children

(including her three grandsons), and their families. Affectionately known as “Mimi” to her grandchildren and many children at the Day School, she will be remembered for her kindness, dedication to teaching, love of sewing and occasional feistiness.

Burlene is survived by her daughter Kirsten Legore, son-in-law David and grandsons Beckett, Kaden, and Paxson of Seguin, Texas; son Loren LeClair, wife Erica, and children Josephine, Nadia, Eloise, Lucas, and Maxwell of Iowa City, Iowa; sister Peggy Cumming and husband Darris of Julesburg, Colorado; sisters-in-law Barbara Caffey of Bowie, Maryland, Lana Schiltz of Lincoln, Nebraska, Ina Akerson and husband George of Lincoln, Nebraska, Roberta LeClair of Funk, Nebraska; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband Curtis who passed on October 16, 2006; her brother Ronald Caffey D.V.M.; brothersin-law David LeClair, Randy LeClair, Tony Schiltz, Dennis Hokanson and sister-in-law Phyllis Hokanson.

Arrangements and burial are private. Burlene’s family wishes to heartfully thank her caregivers and friends Lanette Janz and Cindy Ehring, the staff at Guadalupe Valley Nursing Center’s Memory Support Unit, Guadalupe Regional Medical Center and Hospice Services, especially those who assisted with Burlene’s final days. Hug your mom if you can.

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.

Hilmar Klaehn, age 96 of Seguin, passed away on April 23, 2024. Hilmar was born on September 8, 1927, in Gillespie County, Texas to Lina (Lang) and Karl Klaehn.

Hilmar is preceded in death by his loving wife of 64 years, Adalena Klaehn, his son, Ronnie Hilmar Klaehn, son-in-law, Harold Klaerner; his grand-daughter-in-law, Amanda Reed Klaehn, great-grandson, Cash Carley Scott, his parents and his sisters, Wanda Moellendorf Lott and Mae Petri.

Survivors include his daughter, Felicia “Duddy” Klaerner; son, Gary Klaehn and wife Gretel; daughter-in-law, Betty Klaehn; 8 grandchildren and numerous great-grandchildren great-greatgrandchildren; several nieces and nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at Tres Hewell Mortuary from 3 to 5 p.m. Funeral service will be held on Monday, April 29, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary with the Rev. Paul Theiss officiating. Graveside services and interment will follow in the Harper Community Cemetery in Harper Texas at 2:30 p.m.

Serving as pallbearers will be Cody Klaehn, Darin Klaehn, Christopher Klaehn, Hoyt Klaerner, Weston Scott, Robby Scott, Cooper Klaehn, and Talon Stevens. Honorary pallbearers will be Bobby Dreibrodt, Charles Krackau, Russell Bading, and Chris Bernhard.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Texas Agricultural Education and Heritage Center (Red Barn), 390 Cordova Road, Seguin, Texas, 78155, or to any Guadalupe County Student Agricultural Organization of Choice.

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

Grimm

Mavis Amy (Strempel) Grimm, age 96 of Seguin, passed away on April 14, 2024. Mavis was born on November 6, 1927, in Guadalupe County, Texas to Paul and Valeska (Erxleben) Strempel. She is preceded in death by her husband of over 70 years, Fritz; her parents; and sisters, Shirley Jahns, and Glendora Ewald and her husband Fred.

She is survived by son Larry Grimm and wife Kathy; grandchildren, Michael Grimm and wife Morgan, and Megan Houtchens and husband Nick; four great-granddaughters, Olivia and Caroline Grimm, and Callie and Ava Houtchens; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Mavis enjoyed traveling with Fritz, especially to Las Vegas and Louisiana. She and Fritz also traveled to Europe, Canada, and throughout the United States.

Private graveside services will be held at San Geronimo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, 206 N. Travis, Seguin, Texas 78155, or a charity of choice.

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

Leola Alvina Dieckow Schultze, age 98 of Seguin, passed away on April 18, 2024. Leola was born on March 26, 1926, in Guadalupe County, Texas to Thekla (Schievelbein) and Otto Dieckow.

Leola is preceded in death by her loving husband of 69 years, Elrene P. Schultze, her son Nelson W. Schultze, and son-inlaw, Darryl Surman, her parents, brother, Oscar Dieckow (Annie) and sisters, Valeska Brotze (Roland), Selma Keller (Max) and Dora McEnery (Phil) and her brother-in-law, Allan Schultze (Jocelyn).

Survivors include her daughter, Betty Surman; daughter-inlaw, Jackie Schultze; grandchildren Dana Kutz and husband Glenn, Gretchen Whitten and husband Corey, and Lesley Barela and husband Ethan; great-grandchildren, Jacob Kutz, Matthew Kutz, Joshua Kutz, Alexander Whitten, Abby Whitten and Ashlynn Whitten; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.

Leola and her husband lived on several ranches west of San Antonio before settling in the Zuehl community in 1950. She always worked beside her husband farming and with their cattle. She was always there to bring a picnic lunch to the field with sweet tea in mason jars. She had a large garden and loved to can her crops and share them with family and neighbors. In addition to raising calves and hogs, she also raised 100 turkeys every year to help make extra cash for the family. They always kept milk cows and sold the butter she churned. She was an excellent seamstress and loved to sew for her family. She was active in her church teaching vacation bible school and Sunday school and was a member of the Women’s Fellowship. She was active in both her children’s and grandchildren’s school activities. She also loved to watch her Spurs, Rangers and Astros. Although farming and ranching didn’t allow time for vacations, there was always time for Sunday family gatherings and occasional Sunday drives with a picnic lunch. She always loved playing dominoes and doing word search puzzles.

She was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.

Visitation will be on Sunday, May 5, 2024, at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel from 2 to 4 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday, May 6, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at Redeemer United Church with the Reverend Jennifer Gold and the Reverend Gerry Metzger officiating. Interment will follow in the Redeemer United Church Cemetery. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall.

Serving as pallbearers will be Mike Schultze, Doug Clark, Glenn Muenchow, Chris McEnery, Richard Chaplin, Butch Kluth, Matthew Kutz, and Mike Niles.

Honorary Pallbearers are Phil McEnery, Mike Haug, Gary McEnery and Mike McEnery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Redeemer United Church, 7415 Gin Road, Marion, Texas, 78124.

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.

Women Treated By Women Doctors Less Likely To Die (Undated) -- Women in the hospital are less likely to die if they’re treated by female doctors. That’s according to a new study that also found they were less likely to be readmitted to the hospital. The study, published Monday in the journal Annals of Internal Medicine, found that among women 65 and older, eight-point-15 percent treated by women died within 30 days, compared with eight-point-38 percent treated by males. Getting rid of that gap could save five-thousand lives a year. There’s no clear reason for the gap in this study, but other studies suggest it could be attributed to miscommunication and bias.

Saturday Is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day (Washington, DC) -- National Prescription Drug Take Back Day is Saturday, April 27th . It’s an opportunity for people to safely dispose of their prescription drugs that are no longer needed. The DEA says, the goal is to keep prescription painkillers from being misused and to educate the public about prescription drug abuse. For a drop-off location near you go to dea -dot- gov -slash take back day.

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Over Abortion Restrictions (Tampa, FL) -- President Biden uses a Tampa campaign rally as a backdrop to talk about reproductive and abortion rights. Biden attacked a sixweek abortion ban set to go into effect in Florida next week. Biden said state abortion laws have caused “pain and cruelty.” He called the sixweek abortion ban “bizarre” and said it criminalizes reproductive health care before women even know if they’re pregnant. Biden put the blame on Donald Trump, saying Trump has repeatedly taken credit for appointing the Supreme Court justices who overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022.

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(Sacramento, CA) -- A recent poll suggests professionals in the U.S. are increasingly feeling a shortfall in the support provided by their employers for workplace well-being. That’s despite over 80 percent of employees stating the importance of mental health support when seeking job opportunities. The poll by recruitment firm Robert Walters shows 60 percent of professionals think employers should be doing more to preserve employee well-being. Over half expect more from employers when it come to employee well-being. The poll also reveals that nearly 90 percent of professionals consider their well-being a top priority.

Chamber After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, April 25 at 1414 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

Seguin Noon Lions Spring Fling

The Seguin Noon Lions Club will have its Spring Fling form 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, April 25 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. There will be a pork steak drive-thru dinner available for $15 presale and $20 at the door. Raffle tickets will also be available for $10. Tickets are available from Noon Lions or at the Silver Center, Starcke Furniture, Ascot’s Custom Travel, or Tri County Air.

All Ages Chess Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its free All Ages Chess Club at 6:15 on Thursday, April 25 for all skill levels. There will be chess sets but patrons can also bring their own chess equipment. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.

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 830-386-0334.

TLU Musical Events Highlighting Renowned Composers Visit

The TLU School of Music has welcomed internationally celebrated composers Brent Michael Davids and William Linthicum-Blackhorse to work with music students this month on campus. There will be a concert featuring two works of Dr. Linthicum-Blackhorse during the morning service at 10 a.m. Friday, April 26 in the Chapel of the Abiding Presence. At 7 p.m. on Friday, April 26, the TLU Bands, Choir, Orchestra, and chamber ensembles will present the Prism Concert and world premiere of the commissioned work of Brent Michael Davids, “NITA,” in Jackson Auditorium. Both performances are free and open to all.

Building Bridges: TLU’s Scheuch Fine Arts Center Mural Unveiling Ceremony

There will be a Building Bridges: TLU’s Scheuch Fine Arts Center Mural Unveiling Ceremony at 10 a.m. on Friday, April 26 at Scheuch Fine Arts Cen-

ter on the campus of Texas State University.

Kiwanis Flapjack Jamboree

The Kiwanis Club of Seguin will have its Flapjack Jamboree from 6:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 27 at First Methodist Church, located at 710 N. Austin St. in Seguin. Tickets are $10. Proceeds benefit the children of our community.

Earth Day Festival/Spring Trade Day

Seguin’s 17th Annual Earth Day Festival and Spring Trade Day will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 27 at Central Park in downtown Seguin. Earth Day exhibitors will be sharing information on green living and will have interactive booths. The Trade Day vendors will be selling jewelry, clothing, yard décor, home goods, food, drinks, and lots more.

Seguin Art League Paint Out

The Seguin Art League will have it Annual Wet Paint Sale on Saturday, April 27. Ages For more information, call 830-305-0472.

DEA National TakeBack

The Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Department will participate in the DEA National TakeBack of unneeded medication for safe disposal from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at the Sheriff’s Office, 2-story addition parking lot, located at 2617 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin. You are encouraged to keep medication safe, clean them out and take them back. For more information visit, www.DEATakeBack.com.

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.

Austin Typewriter Presents: Ink Type-In

The Seguin Public Library and Austin Typewriter, Inc. will have a free Ink Type-In from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at the library. Explore the simplicity of typewriters and focus on the art of writing. There will be beautiful typewriters for use, paper and ribbon will be provided. All ages are welcome to attend. For more information, call 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov.

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.

Enchilada Plate Sale

The Our Lady of Guadalupe 2024 Senior Class will have an Enchilada Plate Sale form 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 28 at the Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish Center. Plates are $10 and include 2 cheese enchiladas, rice and beans.

Spring Fiesta & Juan Seguin School Reunion

There will be a free Spring Fiesta & Juan Seguin School Reunion on Sunday, April 28 at the Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, located at 416 Dolle Avenue in Seguin. There will be a street fiesta at noon with tacos, hot dogs, kid’s activities, and a performance by Teatro’s Mariachi Juan Seguin. There will be a program at 1 p.m. with keynote speaker, Rudy Herrera, Juan Seguin Alumnus, followed by a reception at 2 p.m. for all former students.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, April 28. Entertainment will be provided by Bimbo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Cross Church Wild Game Dinner & Raffle

The Cross Church will have its Wild Game Dinner & Raffle from 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, April 28 at 814 N. Bauer St. in Seguin. Meal tickets are $15 and raffle tickets are $5 each or 5 for $20. Tickets may be purchased at the church office or at the door the day of the event.

Book Nuts Book Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its free Book Nuts Book Club at 1:30 p.m. and again at 4:30 p.m. Monday, April 29. This month’s book discussion will be The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store by James McBride. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Toddler Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30. There will be songs, rhymes, and stories followed by about 15 minutes of play time. This program is approximately 45 minutes long including play time and is geared towards ages 1-2. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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Preschool Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Teen Tuesday: Key Chain Button Making

The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30. Teens ages 12 through 17 can drop in anytime between 4 and 5:30 p.m. for Key Chain Making. Teen participants can hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.

Tai Chi Tuesday

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, April 30 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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.

May

State of Education Chamber Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its State of Education Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 1 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $20 per meal for members in advance or $25 for non-members and late registration.

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.

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.

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.

Game Night

The San Antonio Roses will have a Game Night benefiting the San Antonio Livestock Auction Steer Kids from 6 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, May 2 at the Lake Breeze Ski Lodge. The cost is $75 per person which includes meal and playing chips. There will also be a cash bar, live auction and prizes for winners. To purchase tickets and for more information, contact Traci Brodbeck at

traciwb12@gmail.com or call 830-305-1587.

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, May 3 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 April entertainment will be provided by Charlie Bragg and Wyatt Arp.

Cinco de Mayo Pachanga

The Seguin LULAC Council 682 will have its Cinco de Mayo Pachanga from 5 p.m. to midnight Friday, May 3 and noon to midnight on Saturday, May 4 in downtown Seguin. Entertainment on Friday, May 3 will be Gacho Sol, Clint Taft, and Conjunto Cats. Performing on Saturday, May 4 will be Lucho Libre, Undercover Killers, Wheels of Steel, and Tiffany Dawn.

42nd Anniversary ¡Viva Teatro! Recital and Cinco de Mayo Festival

The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin will have its 42nd Anniversary ¡Viva Teatro! Recital and Cinco de Mayo Festival at 7 p.m. Friday, May 3 in Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. Tickets are a $3 donation and are available 4 to 8 p.m. Monday through Wednesday at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-401-0232, or visit www.teatrodeartes.org.

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.

Mid-Texas Symphony Debutante Informational Meeting

The Mid-Texas Symphony Debutante Program will have Informational Meetings at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 4 and at 6 p.m. Monday, May 6 or Tuesday, May 7 at the GVEC Meeting Room, located at 927 N. TX-46. For more information or to register, contact Jill Law at 830-463-5014 or email mtsdebs@gmail.com.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 5. Entertainment will be provided by Lone Star Pickerz. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

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SAYLA Application Deadline

The deadline for Guadalupe County high school juniors and seniors who would like to participate in the 19th Annual Seguin Area Youth Leadership Academy (SAYLA) is 5 p.m. Monday, May 6. The one overnight of team bonding, a week of tours, presentations, and service projects is scheduled for June 8 to 14. For application and more information, visit www.cofc@seguinchamber .com or call 830-379-6382.

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.

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group

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

The Gathering Music Show and Dance

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

Your Best Life Festival

The Nami Guadalupe County will have its Your Best Life Festival from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 11 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. This will be a free health and wellness event with an opportunity to learn about community resources, insurance, mental health, nutrition, physical fitness, safety and more. There will also be free activities for kids and adults, including a bounce house, face painting, chair massages and fitness demos. For details, visit www. NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org/festival.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 12. Entertainment will be provided by Texas Rimshot. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

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, May 14 at First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. Parking is in the rear, enter from N. Moss St. The presenter will be David Will with Part 1 of “Saving Prairie Grasses.” Part 2 will be presented on June 11 in Marion. For more information, visit www.npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.

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 830379-6382 by Monday, May 13.

Geronimo VFW Jam Session

The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, May 14. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

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.

Unveiling of Seguin Giant Letters in Walnut Springs Park

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Seguin Class of 2024 will have its Unveiling of Seguin Giant Letters in Walnut Springs Park at 3 p.m. Friday, May 17 in Walnut Springs Park.

Geronimo VFW DJ Friday Night

The Geronimo VFW will have its DJ Friday Night free dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, May 17. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Resurrection Life Church Evangelistic Service

The Resurrection Life Church will have an Evangelistic Service from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 19 at 8367 FM 467 in Seguin. The speaker will be Evangelist Josiah Alway.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 19. Entertainment will be provided by Glen Collins. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

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.

Heart to Heart Grief Support Group

There will be a Heart to Heart Caregiver Support Group from 4 to 5 p.m. the third Tuesday of every month at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information, call 512-6676816 or 512-557-7185 or email tberger@htohh. com.

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, May 21 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.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 26. Entertainment will be provided by The Merles. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

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.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 2. Entertainment will be provided by Cactus Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Chamber Championship Golf Tournament

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Chamber Championship Golf Tournament from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, June 3 at The Bandit Golf Course. To register, visit www.seguinchamber. com. For more information, call 830-379-6382 or email cofc@seguinchamber.com.

The Gathering Music Show and Dance

The Gathering Music Show and Dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, June 4 at the Geronimo VFW. The doors open at 5:30 with at $10 admission. The entertainment will be provided by Conrad Gonzales and Paul Sanchez. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 9. Entertainment will be provided by Paul Sanchez and Wrangler Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.

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Geronimo VFW Jam Session

The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 11. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 16. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Build for Better Bash

The Guadalupe Valley Habitat For Humanity will have a Build for Better Bash from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 22 in the Seguin Hall parking lot on the campus of Texas Lutheran University, located at 1000 W. Court St. in Seguin. Tickets include a meal, ticket, and t-shirt and are $25 for individual and $15 for youth (16 & under). To purchase tickets visit https:// lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/fgdzx77/ lp/747ccb91-2f4c-4281-ae71-3939d63ff32f. For more information, call 830-401-0422.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 23. Entertainment will be provided by Bimbo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

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

July

Food Distribution Event

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

August

Food Distribution Event

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

September

Food Distribution Event

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

October

Food Distribution Event

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

November

Food Distribution Event

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

Ongoing Community Calendar Items

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

Heritage Museum Calendars

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

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

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

Volunteer Van Drivers Needed

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

Precious Life Services

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

Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program

The Life Changing Church is now offering a

Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-956-1155.

Salvation Army Office

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

Volunteers Needed

The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines need volunteers. They promote a healthy, drug-free program and need males, 19 years and up who would like to see the program grow by contributing time to help future citizens, boys and girls 8 to 18. Positions available include computer input, physical fitness training, planning/logistics, and medical. Contact Dina Dillon at 423-2279610 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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