SDN: April 26, 2024

Trade Days, Earth Day set for Saturday in Central Park

(Seguin) -- Seguin's 15th Earth Day Festival will be held this Saturday in conjunction with its Spring Trade Days in downtown Seguin.

The Earth Day Festival will include nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and businesses who will be exhibiting and educating the community on green living.

There will be interactive

educational displays, plant sales, children activities, plus the reusing of items to create artwork.

Those who stop by will be encouraged to complete the Earth Day Passport by visiting with each of the Earth Day exhibitors. Once completed, the passport can be turned in for a bag full of prizes.

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Pair of events to help residents rid their homes of unwanted items

(Seguin) -- Families are encouraged to not only clean out their medicine cabinets but also toss out those broken or unwanted electronics.

First, in collaborative efforts with the Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA), the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office will provide residents a one-day opportunity to dispose of unwanted or unused prescription drugs.

The collection effort will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday outside the sheriff’s office entrance. A deputy will be on hand to take the substances to be disposed of with no questions asked. Only solid pharmaceutical products in consumer containers will be accepted. There will not be a collection of any liquids, syringes/needles, vapes or batteries. Only pills and patches will be accepted.

Second, in observance of Earth Day, Vitesco Technologies will be hosting a free e-scrap recycling event open to the local community. The event will be held from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday in the Vitesco parking lot.

Items that will be accepted include TVs and monitors; computers, VCR and DVD players, phones, gaming consoles, boom boxes and radios. Appliances and leadacid batteries will not be accepted.

Company employees will be on hand to help unload items from vehicles. Vitesco is located at 3740 N. Austin St.

Citizens are asked to contact their doctor or pharmacist as to where syringes/needles can be disposed of, or where DIY sharps containers can be disposed of. The sheriff’s office is located at 2617 N. Guadalupe Street.

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

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Getting out the vote with good vibes

Peterson Brothers Band to rock local concert

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- Only a limited number of tickets remain for this Saturday's Get Out The Vote Concert in Seguin. The Guadalupe County Democratic Party is hosting the concert at the Texas Theater.

Fundraising Chair Sara Askey says taking the stage and providing live music will be the Peterson Brothers Band. Askey says the band not only is very talented but has a strong following.

"They are brothers, Glenn Peterson Jr. and Alex Peterson. They live in Bastrop and they are notorious for playing like at Gruene Hall and in Austin. They have this amazing energy. They are laid back, calm, cool and collected but they love to groove to soul and funk and blues and jazz. I saw them when they first started coming out in Gruene Hall and they were 14 and 15 years old. I believe they are like 27, 28 -- in that age range now. They just had their first album out and they are all over -- all over the state so it's kind of fun," said Askey.

Although this area has a strong Republican presence, Askey says all voices matter and believes that everyone can get along in sharing the Get Out the Vote message.

Marion ISD to break ground on future facilities

(Marion) -- The Marion community is invited to welcome the future of the Marion ISD. The school district will be hosting a groundbreaking ceremony for its newest bond projects this Saturday. Marion voters in November agreed to a $78.8 million bond election. Projects include new safety and security upgrades throughout the district, career and technology upgrades plus renovations to the high school which includes a new competition gym with weight room and locker rooms. The groundbreaking is set for 10:30 a.m. Saturday at 501 Bulldog Lane.

"We want everyone to be able to get out the vote. We want to enlighten and inspire people and engage them. We can have a conversation. We can get along is what I'm saying. We all need our voices heard and we all need to get out and get the vote out and enjoy it and hopefully remember that we have November elections coming up and we have a run-off here on May 28th as well locally," said Askey.

The concert gets underway at 7 p.m. Saturday. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Balcony tickets are $25 each or $35 on the floor. Student balcony tickets for those between the ages of 18 and 23 are $10 each.

Online tickets can be purchased on eventbrite. com. A link is also available on the Guadalupe County Democratic Party Facebook page.

Spring Fiesta & Juan

Seguin School Reunion

(Seguin) -- A street fiesta returns this Sunday to the former Juan Seguin campus now Spirit of Joy Church.

The La Juana Reunion Planning Committee is again inviting all former Juan Seguin students and staff for its reunion celebration.

The event will kick off at noon Sunday with

free tacos, hot dogs, a children’s bounce house and games.

Teatro’s Mariachi

Juan Seguin and Ballet Folklorico De La Rosa dancers will be this year’s featured entertainment. A program featuring Guest Speaker Rudy Herrera will follow from 1 to 2pm. The church is located at 416 Dolle Ave.

Kiwanis to host Flapjack Jamboree this Saturday

(Seguin) -- One of Seguin’s longest running breakfast traditions returns this weekend. Kiwanis Club members will be firing up the griddles for the group’s 66th Annual Flapjack Jamboree. The drive thru event will be held from 6:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday in the First Methodist Church parking lot.

Past President Amanda Dasher says for years, club members have taken care of breakfast for famlies during the last Saturday in April.

“What makes our jamboree so unique I feel is that it’s been going on for 66 years. Every year without fail, even during COVID, we made it happen. We were out there. Some of our members -- Ed Engelhardt -- he has been flipping pancakes for all 66 of those years. How amazing is that? So, we give out two large pancakes, two sausages and it comes with your butter and syrup,” said Dasher.

Dasher says in addition to the flapjacks, folks will also have the opportunity to purchase tickets for its annual raffle. She says prizes will be drawn at the end of the event on Facebook live.

“We actually have seven total raffle items this year. It’s been amazing. We have a Blackstone Griddle, a JBL speaker, we have a Michael Kors purse, a Conseulo bag which is super super cute; we also have from local businesses Herr Beauty and Golden Locks Salon that are having a hair and style and also a customized facial; we also have a Burnt Bean gift card and a TV and surround sound,” said Dasher.

Raffle tickets are $5 each or five for $20.

Both flapjack and raffle tickets can be purchased on the day of the event. First Methodist Church is located at 710 N. Austin St.

Saturday, continued.

“Being an Earth Day exhibitor is a great way to get your mission in front of the Seguin community,” said Kyle Kramm, Main Street & CVB Director, “Even if your core mission is not about sustainability, your business or organization can participate. In the past we have had a dentist office plant seeds with kids, a

lawncare business sold plants, and another business had kids build bird houses - so there are ways for any organization to get involved.”

This weekend's Trade Days will also host over 80 vendors. Vendors will be selling home goods, jewelry, soaps, food, clothing, yard décor, and much more.

The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Area high school softball and baseball players recognized on Texas Coaches’ All-State Academic teams

(San Marcos) -- A number of area high school softball and baseball student-athletes were named Academic All-State by the Texas High School Coaches Association this week.

Seguin softball players Madyson Schultze and Summer Flores were named Honorable Mention on the Academic All-State softball team. Seguin softball coach John Garcia lauded his student-athletes on the academic team.

“They’re very hard working in the classroom,” Garcia said. “Maddy freaks out if she gets below a 95 (grade) like it’s the end of the world or something. But that’s good that she’s focused on her grades. And we do call them student-athletes first. So, they are students and they know that and that’s a big part of what we push here.”

For the Seguin baseball team, Rayjen Tovar, Holt Haas and Seth Cevallos were named to the Academic All-State 2nd Team. Haas and Cevallos were also named to the Academic All-State 2nd Team in football back in the fall.

Seguin baseball players Gavin Molina and Creed Weaver earned Academic All-State Honorable Mentions. Weaver was also an Academic All-State Honorable Mention for the Seguin football team. Molina also earned honorable mention academic all-state for the Seguin basketball team.

And for the Navarro softball team, student-athletes Kaislynn Tovar and Haley Karlik were selected to the Academic All-State 2nd Team.

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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.

Schultze

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-in-law, Darryl Surman, her parents, brother, Oscar Dieckow (Annie) and sisters, Valeska Brotze (Roland), Selma Keller (Max) and Dora McEnery (Phil) and her brother-inlaw, Allan Schultze (Jocelyn).

Survivors include her daughter, Betty Surman; daughter-in-law, 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.

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, greatgrandson, 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 greatgreatgrandchildren; 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, 830549-5912.

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

Dr. Vernon C. Haverlah, former Seguin resident, passed away in Kerrville, Texas on April 20, 2024 at the age of 72 years.

Vernon was born April 5, 1952 to Gene and Lucille (Lieke) Haverlah. He graduated from Floresville High School in 1970.

Vernon attended Texas Lutheran College, graduating in 1974. After attending medical school at Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine and completing his internship and residency, he returned to Seguin to establish his medical practice. He served the Seguin community with clinical, hospital and nursing home practices from 1983 to 2007. He also served medical needs at different times in Nixon, Warm Springs Hospital in Luling, Junction and Pleasanton.

Vernon met his wife, Diana Crenwelge at Texas Lutheran College. They married on July 30, 1972. They raised their four children in Seguin. While in Seguin, they were members of Emanuel’s Lutheran Church. In 2007, they moved to their ranch in west Kerr County. Vernon took pleasure in becoming a part of the Divide community, volunteering at the local fire department and becoming involved in several local churches and ministries. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, horseback riding, and scuba diving. He also liked to spend time on his ranch, tending to the land and taking care of a variety of animals he raised.

Vernon was preceded in death by his mother and step-father, Lucille and Thomas Novak, his brother David Haverlah, and his sisters-in-law Cynthia Haverlah and Heidi Crenwelge. He is survived by his wife of 51+ years, Diana Haverlah; children, Jeffrey Haverlah, Rebecca Hyer and husband Joshua, Michael Haverlah and Daniel Haverlah; grandchildren, Christopher, Jesse, Kaitlin, Jeffrey Jr., Jayden, Zoe and Bria Haverlah; father and stepmother Gene and Toni Haverlah; siblings, Douglas Haverlah and wife Heidi, Kathy Kolkhorst and husband Gary, and James Haverlah and wife Helen; sister-in-law Linda Dunn Haverlah; brother-in-law Nathan Crenwelge and wife Alice; and numerous nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be Friday April 26, 2024 from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm in the Fredericksburg Funeral Home.

Funeral services will take place on Saturday April 27, 2024 at 10:00 am in Christ Lutheran Church in Cherry Spring. Interment will follow in the Christ Lutheran Cemetery.

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.

Clean Air Report

(Undated ) -- A report just released by the American Lung Association shows air quality in almost half of the U.S. is poor. According to the “State of the Air” report, the number of people affected rose from 119 million to 131 million from last year, with wildfire smoke ranking high among the contributing factors. Since the Clean Air Act in 1970, emissions of outdoor air pollutants, such as cars, fuel and industry, have dropped almost 80 percent, but more needs to be done regarding climate change and reducing traffic emissions among other factors. Cities in California and Arizona were among those with the worst grades for air pollution. Those ranked with the cleanest air were found in Maine, Tennessee, Nebraska, Honolulu and North Carolina.

SCOTUS To Hear Idaho Emergency Abortion Case

(Washington, DC) -- The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing a case involving emergency abortions. The high court is listening to oral arguments currently on whether emergency rooms in Idaho can provide abortions to a woman whose health is at risk. Idaho’s law makes it a felony for physicians to perform most abortions except to save the life of the mother. The Biden administration claims the law is unconstitutional, and that a federal law called the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act takes precedence. The law requires federally-funded hospitals to provide stabilizing care to emergency room patients no matter what, including their ability to pay.

You’re Only As Old As You Feel

(Undated) -- The older people get, the later they think old age starts. A German study published this week in the American Psychological Association’s Psychology and Aging journal checked in with thousands of people over the years born between 1911 and 1974. The longer the study went on, the further away people saw the start of old age. People born before 1935 thought old age started earlier compared with people born after. Part of the reason could be longer life expectancies and a better overall quality of life.

Nationwide Health Alert Issued For Possibly E. Coli Contaminated Beef

(Washington, DC) -- A nationwide health alert has been issued for certain ground beef products that have a potential risk for E. coli. The USDA says five and ten-pound beef patties and chubs from Greater Omaha with a “freeze by” date of April 22nd may have a strain of E. coli that is known to cause severe intestinal infections in humans. No one as of yet has reported being sick by the products, which were shipped to restaurants and retailers across the U.S. The labels for the affected products can be found on the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection website.

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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 Center 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 830-401-2422 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.

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.

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.

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 830401-2422 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.

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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 830-401-2476.

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 830272-0040, 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.

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.

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 Con-

junto 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.

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.

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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 830-379-6382 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 830305-0472.

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 512-667-6816 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 830-3795421. 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.

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.

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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 selfpaced, 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 423-227-9610 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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