SDN: May 2, 2023

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Today marks last day of early voting

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) – Today is the final day to cast your ballot early in the Saturday, May 6 Election. Voters will tackle their respective city, school and/or water control improvement district ballot items.

Guadalupe County Elections Administrator Lisa Hayes says although each of the various races throughout the county have pulled in voters to the polls this past week and a half, she encourages even more of them to come out and take advantage of the early voting convenience.

“We definitely want the voters to take advantage of the last day of early voting. Election Day is this Saturday this year and the May election is always a Saturday, and it seems like there are so many things that we have to do as families and parents and people who work and things like that -- that Saturdays can be a little hectic so take advantage of this Tuesday, last day of early voting and come out and vote. I always think that if the voters can vote during early voting, it makes things just a little bit easier on election day because there is a certain contingent of voters that don’t have any choice but to vote on election day and so we like to have anyone who can vote early vote early. I think it just makes things a little bit more relaxed at the polling place,” said Hayes.

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Seguin, Marion ISD voters among those heading to the polls

TLU celebrates $2.89 million title grant establishing Buenos Center

(Seguin) – TLU is celebrating its largest competitive grant in the university’s history.

Texas Lutheran University has been awarded a $2.89 million Title V grant from the Department of Education to create the BUENOS Center for Excellence.

The BUENOS (Bulldog Undergraduates Engaging iN Opportunities for Success) Center will meet the needs of TLU’s diverse student population through enhanced and inclusive programs, targeting students who are academically at risk. The center will also develop fouryear plans for all students with integrated academic and career planning. The grant will be funded over five years starting Oct. 1, 2023.

As a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), TLU will use the Title V grant to directly support students with two main project goals: 1) Improve undergraduate degree attainment of Hispanic and economically disadvantaged students by strengthening academic skills for success, and 2) Enhance and expand career development and support for Hispanic and economically disadvantaged students.

“The impact of this grant will be tremendous for TLU, as it builds programs and opportunities across campus to ensure the success of all of our students,” TLU President Dr. Debbie Cottrell said. “We recognize the importance of intentional and dedicated efforts to meet the needs of our diverse student body, and this grant will allow us to advance these efforts in significant and exciting ways.”

According to Dr. David A. Ortiz, TLU VP for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Principal Investigator of the BUENOS Grant, the university historically enrolled a predominately white and significantly Lutheran student population until the early 1990s. In 1993, only 20 percent of enrolled students were non-white or international. In 2011, TLU officially received HSI status when the Hispanic student enrollment grew to 25 percent.

According to the Office of Institutional Research and Effectiveness, in fall 2022, 42 percent of TLU’s students were Hispanic and 9 percent were African American, making those two groups the majority on campus. Dr. Ortiz sees the BUENOS Center as an excellent way to support all students.

“While enrollment of Hispanic students has steadily increased, their graduation rates still remain below the TLU average,” Dr. Ortiz said. “The BUENOS Center will not only meet the needs of a diverse student population, it will also serve the needs of every TLU student. Title V grants by their definition are designed to help schools like TLU build capacity throughout the university by creating an institutional rising tide that will lift all students

to success.”

Other ways in which the grant will support multiple campus populations will be a focused workshop series called Platicas, the BUENOS Amigos and Mentors (BAM) mentoring program, and an overhauled New Student and Family Orientation experience. Additionally, the funding will allow for the creation of the Holistic Exploration of Careers by Hands-on Opportunity (HECHO) program. HECHO will be designed to ensure students’ career development experiences address personal exploration and experiential learning. Lastly, the grant will allow TLU to establish the Center for Information Equity and Learning Outcomes (CIELO) which will provide an equity lens for data collection, analysis, and programmatic recommendations.

“The award of the Title V grant is great news for Texas Lutheran University and the greater region,” said Congresswoman Monica De La Cruz (TX-15). “The grant’s investment in student success will benefit a diverse group of students, many of whom are first-generation from Hispanic backgrounds. I am thrilled for the current and future students of TLU who will benefit from the grant both in attaining a college degree and career development.”

Funding will also be designated to professional development for faculty and staff, a series of career and academic development workshops, externships for in-demand jobs, new technology for TLU’s library and Center for Teaching and Learning, and a Spanish for Heritage Speakers program.

The university would also like to acknowledge the work of the TLU grants team: Theresa Spiess ‘06, director of corporate & foundation relations, Dr. Pamela Johnston, professor of English & director of academic grants, Jeff Jandt ‘89, grant analyst, Alyssa Scheel ‘11, Interim associate VP for finance/controller, Co-Principal Investigators Dr. Sarah Ferguson and Dr. Gourjoine Wade, and External Reviewer Alma Adamez, grant writer, Community Council of South-Central Texas.

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Voting, continued.

Entities hosting an election this Saturday are the Seguin ISD, San Marcos CISD, the city of Cibolo District 5, the city of Santa Clara, Marion ISD, and both the Lake McQueeney and Lake Placid WCIDs.

Hayes says even though May elections aren’t as popular, the ballot items are still important.

“Throughout all of the elections that we’ve had, we’ve had a little under 3,000 people vote but that’s in every election not in any one specific, but it is a light turnout. May is typically a little bit lighter than November but we want the voters to come out because at this point, if only say five percent of the voters come out and vote, then those five percent are making the decision for everyone in that district,” said Hayes.

Among the featured races locally is the Seguin ISD and its push for a new $7.8 million baseball and softball complex at Seguin High School. In addition, the district is looking to bring back its baseball program to the main campus. High school baseball programs are currently hosted at the city of Seguin’s aging Smokey Joe Field located at the Seguin Events Complex. If approved, the baseball/ softball fields would be constructed together, sharing amenities such as concession stands, restrooms, etc. The new fields would also be turf, allowing the schools to utilize them even when it rains. This past spring has forced either a move or cancellation of a game – often sending teams, their families, and fans two hours away to just play a game.

Marion ISD voters also return to the polls to decide on a $78.8 million bond issue. The bulk of that proposed bond will address security and the expansion and renovation of its high school. This will mark the district’s third attempt at passing a multi-million-dollar bond issue in one year. This latest attempt, however, is a bit different in that it does include a new competitive gym – a facility that is desperately needed

as the area school district faces rapid growth. The current gym is also described as aging, in need of repairs, and again not adequate for the now more than double the number of students enrolled in the district’s middle school and high

school athletic programs.

Hayes says every jurisdiction on the ballot this weekend is necessary and says overall turnout says a lot about who is in control of what happens in a community.

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Voting, continued.

“The total number of registered voters in the Seguin ISD is 29,480 registered voters. So, if you think about that, if you had for example five percent of the registered voters come out and vote in Seguin ISD, that’s 1,474 voters. If you had that many voters making the decisions for the entirety of the school district, it seems to me that everyone’s voice isn’t being heard. Marion ISD has 6,451 registered voters. So I always recommend that the voters come out and vote and take advantage of this opportunity because not every country has the ability to come out for an election or things that affect their day to day life and so, we want to make sure we are taking advantage of that. Come out and vote. Make your voice heard. Have some say on the issues that are on the ballot for our local entity. This is your chance to make a difference,” said Hayes.

Early voting for any of the races will be held today from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Guadalupe County Elections Office. Early voting

locations in the Seguin ISD will be open today from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Those locations include Rodriguez Elementary School, Barnes Middle School, Seguin High School’s Performing Arts Center, and the Seguin ISD Administration Building.

Marion ISD and the City of Santa Clara voters may also cast their ballots early today from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in the Marion ISD Tondre Room, Santa Clara City Hall, and the New Berlin City Hall.

City of Cibolo voters may vote in the Cibolo Fire Station #2 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

San Marcos CISD’s early polling location at St. Joseph’s Mission Church will also be open today from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Those needing to vote in Lake McQueeney’s WCID Election may stop by either the Lake McQueeney Ski Lodge or Seguin ISD’s Administration Building today from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Seguin ISD Administration Building will also host early voting polls for Lake Placid’s WCID Election.

Sanchez Walks it Off as TLU Clinches Outright Regular Season Title in Dramatic Fashion

SEGUIN, Texas -- Texas Lutheran Baseball picked up its first walk-off win of the season, beating Southwestern 6-5, to complete the sweep of the Pirates and clinch the 2023 SCAC Regular Season Championship on Sunday at Katt-Isbel Field.The win, in addition to a 5-3 loss by Trinity to St. Thomas in Houston, clinched the SCAC regular season title for the first time in program history for Texas Lutheran (27-13, 17-4 SCAC). The 2023 Championship marks the fourth regular season championship and sixth SCAC Championship overall. Also with the win, TLU matched its best single-season conference winning percentage since joining the SCAC, going 17-4 (.810) for the second consecutive season.

The Bulldogs went into the bottom of the ninth tied when Alec Sanchez (Waxahachie/ Waxahachie) stepped to the plate with the bases loaded and one out and hit a walk-off sacrifice fly to score Aric Vasquez (San Antonio/Brandeis).

Zach Longshore (Richmond/Ft. Bend Travis) picked up the win in relief, improving to 6-2 on the season, after pitching 3.1 innings and allowing one run and striking out four batters.

Tyler Post (San Antonio/Johnson) and Alec Sanchez both went 2-for-4 at the plate, with Post

hitting a home run for the second day in a row and driving in three runs and Sanchez hitting two singles and the walk-off sacrifice fly.

After being held scoreless and trailing 2-0 through five innings, Texas Lutheran exploded for six runs in the final four innings, while allowing just one Southwestern run after the fourth inning.

For the second game in a row, Tyler Post hit a home run, igniting the Bulldogs rally with a tworun home run in the bottom of the sixth to cut the Pirates lead in half. With the home run, Post moves into sole possession of third place on the TLU Baseball all-time home run list with 34 career home runs, trailing former teammate Tyler Cauley (2017-2021, 41) by seven for second place. Niko Garcia (Houston/Langham Creek) would walk the next at-bat and work his way around to score on a wild pitch as TLU cut the lead to 4-3 in the sixth inning.

Post would tie the game 4-4 in the bottom of the seventh with an RBI single down the right field line to score Blake Cappadona (Mont Belvieu/Barbers Hill). An RBI single from Garcia would score Holden Philippus (San Antonio/San Antonio Christian) and give TLU its first lead of the afternoon at 5-4.

The Pirates knotted the game up 5-5 in the top of the ninth. Three walks loaded the bases and set the stage for senior Alec Sanchez to walk it off for TLU in dramatic fashion to clinch the sweep, the fifth of the season.

Prior to Sunday’s game, Texas Lutheran honored former Texas Lutheran baseball player Mark Love and announced the second annual “Mark Love Award” winner - awarded to the player who demonstrates team leadership, charm, resilience and dependability - with the honors going to senior Kai Hendershot (San Antonio/ Johnson).

Texas Lutheran gears up for the 2023 SCAC Tournament where they will have a rematch with Southwestern at 1 PM on Friday, May 5, at The Depot at Cleburne Station in Cleburne, Texas. Tickets for the tournament are available for purchase by clicking here. All streaming and live stats links can be found on tlubulldogs.com.

For more information on Texas Lutheran baseball and all TLU athletics, you can find updates on tlubulldogs.com and all official TLU social media channels (@tluathletics and @TLU_ Baseball on Twitter, @tlubulldogs on Facebook, and @tlu_athletics on Instagram and TikTok).

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Elizabeth Vandegriff

Robbins, age 38 of Seguin, passed away on April 26, 2023.

Elizabeth was born on July 23, 1984 in Seguin, Texas to Elizabeth Teresa Gloor Vandegriff and Robert Malone Vandegriff. Elizabeth was a 2002 graduate of Seguin High School.

She cherished her children. She was a proud mom and supporter of all of their activities including band events, truck hobbies and everything in between. Elizabeth loved to wood work and make beautiful things. Her garden was her happy place to work in and see God’s creation. Her smile lit up any room or person she encountered. She loved her family and friends dearly and would do anything for them.

Elizabeth is preceded in death by her maternal grandparents, Perdetha and Leroy Gloor and her paternal grandparents, Sue and Joe Vandegriff.

Survivors include her husband, Arlie Joe Robbins, Jr.; children, Cody Robbins, Dylan Robbins and Emily Robbins; mother, Teresa Vandegriff; father, Bob Vandegriff; siblings, Tabitha Titsworth and husband Tim, BJ Vandegriff and wife Stephany, Samantha Platz and husband Derrick, mother-inlaw, Linda Robbins; sister-in-law, Sherri Simpson and husband Craig; nieces and nephews, Hannah, Allie, Luke, Laiden, Weston, Tucker, Jake, Brandon, Cameron, Eric, Zachary and Nick; several aunts, uncles, many cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at Tres Hewell Mortuary, from 6 to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 at 11 a.m. at McQueeney Baptist Church with the Rev. Dale Jones officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Graveside services and interment will be held at 2 p.m. at the Monthalia United Methodist Church Cemetery in Monthalia.

Serving as pallbearers will be Arlie Robbins, Cody Robbins, Dylan Robbins, Derrick Platz, Tim Titsworth, Curtis Whitlock, Robert Vandegriff, Brandon Robbins and B J Vandegriff.

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

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

Linda Sue Rutherford, age 75 of Seguin, passed away on April 25, 2023. Linda was born on October 17, 1947 in Waco, Texas to Kathryn Darlene (Perry) and T B Rutherford. She was raised in Waco, lived in Houston, New Braunfels and Seguin. Linda had multiple careers. She was a hard-working small business owner. Linda’s proudest career role was as the Director of the Guadalupe Valley Family Violence Center, where she retired after 17 years of serving her community.

Linda was very creative. She enjoyed painting and drawing and often gifted her artwork to family and friends. She loved the outdoors, camping and gardening. Linda was an excellent cook and loved to share her knowledge and love of cooking with her loved ones. She loved her family fiercely, especially her grandchildren. Being a Memaw was one of her greatest joys. It was not uncommon for her to often have “Memaw Sleepovers”. Her grandchildren never returned to their parents with an empty belly or without a great story to tell. Linda left a wonderful legacy of serving others, hard work and unconditional love.

Linda is preceded in death by her parents.

Survivors include her loving partner of close to 30 years, Walter Friedeck; son, Bryan Johnson and wife Misty; daughter, Laura Martin and husband Shawn; grandchildren who knew and loved her as Memaw, Wade Martin and wife Candice, Sidney Ewing and husband Robert, Conner Johnson and wife Brenda, Spencer Martin and partner Ally Devitt, Cody Murray and wife Destiny, Cassidy MartinSaldana and wife Jessica, and Samuel Johnson and wife Rylee; great-grandchildren, Riley Jo , Charleigh June and Otto Thomas Martin, and Quinn Rose Ewing; sister, Iris Elaine Cosper and husband Rusty; aunt, Joann Simpson; Walter’s family, Dr. Michelle Cataldo and husband Ralph and their daughter Bryce, and Kris Friedeck and wife Melanie; several nieces and nephews, numerous cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral service will follow at 3 p.m. at the Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. Jeremy Roy officiating.

Private interment will be held at a later date in the Billington Cemetery in Prairie Hill, Texas near Axtell, Texas. Memorial contributions may be made to Guadalupe Valley Family Violence Shelter, P. O. Box 1302, Seguin, Texas 78155. Crisis Center | Seguin, TX | Guadalupe Valley Family Violence Shelter

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

VITAL STATISTICS

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Ervin Carter (US Army ret.) was born February 10, 1935, and died April 29, 2023.

Ervin was born in New Orleans Louisiana to Walter and Rose Lee Carter. He married Ruby Jean Barnes on April 4, 1964.

He was preceded in death by his wife, his parents, siblings; Gloria Lee Carter and Helen Stewart, and children; Walter Fitzgerald Carter, Sandra Marie, Ervin Carter Jr., Barbara Jean, and Wayne Carter.

He is survived by his children Wesley Franklin Carter (Heather), William F. Carter, JoAnn Coleman, and James Carter. He is also survived by his siblings, Earl Junius, Mary Lee, Albert, Irish, Ophelia, Patricia, and Anderson, and a host of beloved nieces, nephews, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

Ervin served in the US Army for 24 years. He served in Germany, Korea, Vietnam, and various bases around the United States.

After retiring from the Military Ervin and Ruby settled in Belmont TX where he was a dedicated member and Deacon for St. James Baptist Church. His memorial service will be held Saturday, May 6, 2023, at 12 p.m. at St. James Baptist Church in Belmont Texas. The visitation will begin at 10 a.m. at the church the morning of the service. Interment will follow in Peaceful Hill Cemetery that adjoins the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas 78155, 830-549-5912

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Isaiah Luna died April 28,2023 at the age of 27. Visitation will be held Thursday, May 4th from 4 to 6 pm at Eunice and Lee Mortuary Chapel. He is survived by his mother, Rosalinda Arratia,his father,Ernest Luna; siblings,Miranda Martinez, Alexis Luna, Nehemiah Luna;Grandparents,Rudy Martinez,Grace DeLeon,Richard Luna,and Dora Valdez. SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO THE REVERENT CARE OF EUNICE AND LEE MORTUARY.

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Donna Gay Kittelson, age 87 of Seguin, passed away on April 28, 2023.

Donna was born on July 22, 1935 in Green Ridge Missouri to Betsy (Embry) and Benjamin

Donna travelled with her husband, Clifford, who was a Staff Sergeant in the United States Air Force, retiring after 22 years of dedicated service. She was a member of the VFW Ladies Auxiliary Post #2329 in Tillicum, Washington, where she previously served as the secretary. She was able to travel to Washington to attend the VFW Post 90th anniversary celebration. She loved working with kids in day schools, especially helping them with crafts. She loved crafting and making Christmas Gifts for all. Donna loved to travel, especially on cruises. A lover of country music, she would attend many concerts and loved to country western dance. Later in life she and her longtime companion, Howie Hayne, enjoyed concerts, sporting events and travelling.

Donna is preceded in death by her husband Clifford Kittelson, her parents and her brothers, Dean, Bill and Wayne Bennette. Survivors include her children, Steve Kittelson (Margarita), Vickie Kittelson Burns (Ken), Debra Kittelson-Buck and Thomas Kittelson; grandchildren, Zach Burns, April Burns, Christopher Kittelson (Jhing), Patrick Kittelson, Rochelle Heller, Michelle Navarette (Gabe), James Hurley, Silvester Mendez, Jr. (Louisa Santiago), Margarita Woods (Tim), Matthew Mendez, David Mendez (Stephanie); 31 great-grandchldren; 10 great-great grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends.

A memorial service celebrating Donna’s life will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023 at 10 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with Pastor Terrell Harrison officiating.

A memorial service is planned for a later date in Washington, followed by interment in Willamette National Cemetery in Oregon.

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

VITAL STATISTICS

Charles “Chuck” Richard Hoagland peacefully entered into eternal rest on April 27, 2023 at the age of 84 at his home in McQueeney, TX in the presence of his beloved wife Cindy Hoagland. Chuck was born on November 26, 1938 to his mother Madeline Cornish and father John Richard Hoagland in Port Jefferson, New York. Chuck is survived by his loving wife of 44 years Cindy Hoagland; Daughter, Laurie Torres (Andre); Sons, Charles Richard Hoagland (Apryl), Christopher Hoagland (Clarissa), Bobby Hoagland, and step-son James Belanger (Tina), and his 9 beautiful grandchildren.

After serving 8 years in the Navy, Chuck retired as a Lieutenant and in 1980 moved to McQueeney, TX where that same year he joined the McQueeney Volunteer Fire Department. Chuck is one of the founding members of The McQueeney VFD and served the McQueeney community for 43 years. Chuck currently holds the record for the longest career as a volunteer firefighter/EMT in Guadalupe County. Throughout his volunteer career as an EMT/ Firefighter Chuck received many awards and recognition for his hard work and dedication to the people he served, cared for and protected.

Chuck was also employed by Schlitterbahn Water Park in New Braunfels, TX from March 2013 to January 2023, where he worked as an EMT and Field Training Officer.

For those that have ever experienced an emergency within the McQueeney community; it is very probable that Chuck was first on scene. He was very knowledgeable, determined, and above all selfless. Chuck’s advice and feedback were always taken with high regard and trust; and many of the EMT’s that have volunteered and or currently volunteer for The McQueeney Volunteer Fire Department were trained by Chuck. His sense of humor, boldness, leadership and above all his presence will be greatly missed at the department. Chuck’s family would also like to express that he lived an extraordinary life, filled with adventure, love and laughter. Chuck touched the lives of many individuals and his contributions and time spent in public service will never go unnoticed and will serve as an example of a true servant to all those in need of assistance in times of danger and uncertainty. He leaves behind a legacy of kindness, compassion, acceptance, and selfless service.

The Hoagland family would like to extend a special thanks to all their family and friends that have supported Cindy during this very difficult time.

Serving as Pallbearers will be Michael Wiedner, Ray Salas, Cameron Powell, Jonathan Dominguez, Juan Garza, Brant Wilhoit, Stephen Talavera, Michael Springer and James Belanger.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 4, 2023 at Goetz Funeral Home from 9:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. A Funeral Procession will depart Goetz Funeral Home at 10:30 a.m. for a Memorial Service at 11:00 a.m. at McQueeney Baptist Church. A Reception will follow in the McQueeney Baptist Church Fellowship Hall. A Funeral Procession will then depart the church at 1:45 p.m. back to Goetz Funeral Home as cremation will take place at a later date.

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Marcus Jahns, age 76 of Seguin, passed away on April 24, 2023.

Marcus was born on May 25, 1946 in Seguin, Texas to Cora Lena (Glenewinkel) and Edgar Alvin Jahns.

Marcus was a 1964 graduate of Seguin High School. He attended Texas Christian University graduating with a Bachelor’s Degree in 1968 and a Master’s Degree in 1970. He proudly served his country for a brief time in the United States Army. Throughout his career, Marcus was involved in many civic organizations. Marcus served as Budget Director for Ventura, California, Budget Director & Assistant City Manager for the City of San Antonio, Director of Alamo Water Conservation and Reuse District, Executive director of Bexar County, and City Administrator/City Manager of League City, Texas. Marcus also served as interim City Manager of several other Texas communities. Marcus loved spending time at Capote in his garden, with his cattle, and at the river relaxing with family.

Marcus is preceded in death by his parents and his sister.

Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Patricia Jahns; daughter Jahna Jahns and her significant other Marco Inclan, his son, Theorron Jahns and his spouse Carmen Avalos, and daughter Annaka Jahns and her significant other Ryan Newman as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends.

A memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, May 4, 2023 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. A memorial service celebrating Marcus’s life will be held on Friday, May 5, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Cross Church with the Rev. Jim Price officiating. Honorary pallbearers will be David Blume, Jerry Blume, Matt Haecker, Doug Glenewinkel, Ward Glenewinkel, and Bubba Jahns.

Private interment will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Cross Church, 814 N. Bauer, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or the charity of one’s choice.

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

RNC Chair Says Republicans Need To Address Abortion Issue

(Washington, DC) -- The chair of the Republican National Committee says party candidates need to address abortion issues “head on.” Speaking on Fox News Sunday, RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel said the Republicans’ performance in the midterms fell below expectations because many candidates refused to talk about abortion. Abortion became an even bigger issue in 2022 when Roe v. Wade was overturned just months before the elections. McDaniel said Republicans need to go on the “offensive” and put Democrats on the “defensive” on the abortion issue.

Michael J. Fox Addresses Battle With Parkinson’s Disease

(New York, NY) -- Michael J. Fox is speaking candidly about his ongoing battle with Parkinson’s disease. The actor well known for his role in the ‘Back to the Future’ films was diagnosed with the degenerative disorder at 29. Now 61-years-old, Fox says he doesn’t believe he’ll make it to 80. During an appearance on CBS Sunday Morning, he told reporters every day is getting tougher for him after he recently broke both arms, an elbow, and a hand due to some nasty falls. Next month, Apple TV will launch the documentary “Still: A Michael J. Fox Movie” chronicling his life as an actor, husband, and advocate for Parkinson’s research.

General Mills Issues Flour Recall For Possible Salmonella

(Golden Valley, MN) -- General Mills is issuing a recall for some of its bags of Gold Medal flour. The FDA issued the announcement, saying the possible presence of salmonella in several batches of flour prompted the voluntary recall. Specifically, the two, five, and ten-pound bags of bleached and unbleached all-purpose flour that have a “better if used by” date of March 27th or March 28th, 2024. All other types of Gold Medal flour are not affected by the recall. General Mills says salmonella was detected in a sample from a five-pound bag.

EPA Releases Draft Decision On Cape Cod Machine Gun Range

(Joint Base Cape Cod) -- The Environmental Protection Agency has released a much-anticipated draft opinion on the proposal from the Massachusetts Army National Guard to build a machine gun range at Joint Base Cape Cod. The determination from the EPA is that the range may contaminate the sole-source Cape Cod Aquifer, thereby creating a significant public health hazard. Public comment on the draft will be accepted through June 26th. If the decision is finalized, the machine gun range will not be eligible for federal financial assistance.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy Survey

The City of Seguin and the Seguin Economic Development Corporation are developing the City’s first ever Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) and your input is needed through a brief survey to help shape the future of our community. The survey will take approximately 10 minutes to complete. To take the survey visit, www.view.seguinedc. com/ceds.

The Gathering Show and Dance

The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will have The Gathering Show and Dance, starring Tony Booth, from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, May 2 at 6808 N. Hwy 123 in Geronimo. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. with a $10 admission. For more information call or text 830-305-8829.

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.

May Chamber State of Education Luncheon

The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will have its May State of Education Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 3 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The speakers will be from the Seguin, Navarro and Marion Independent School Districts. The cost of the meal is $20 for members in advance or $25 for non-members and after Friday, April 28. For more information and to make a reservation, call 830-379-6382.

Southwest Preparatory School Job Fair

The Southwest Preparatory School will have a Job Fair from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 4 at 2400 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. The school is accepting applications for certified Elementary, Middle and High School teachers, Instructional Aides, and Assistant Principal. For more information, visit www.swprep.org, or call 830-549-5930.

Chamber After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, May 4 at 1300 King St. in Seguin. The sponsor is Pecan Country Chiropractic. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

Celebrate Recovery

The Celebrate Recovery ministry at Cross-

roads Church meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday nights at 3455 W. Hwy 90 in Seguin. Celebrate recovery is for anyone dealing with anxiety, alcohol, depression, codependency, unforgiveness, self doubt, addiction, grief, eating disorders, relationships, anger, substance abuse, destructive behavior, spending, stress, and more. For more information call 830-2512080.

Mother’s Day Card Creating Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Mother’s Day Card Creating Class from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 5 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $30 and supplies are included. The class is limited to 8 adults. For more information and to register, call 830-305-0472.

Garage/Rummage Sale

The Guadalupe County Humane Society will have its Garage/Rummage Sale at 8 a.m. Saturday, May 6 behind the businesses located at 2511 N. State Hwy 46. There will be furniture, clothes, kitchen items, and décor for your home. All proceeds help sustain GCHS’ daily operations, as well as help finance our lowcost Spay/Neuter program.

Boecker Cemetery Annual Meeting

The Annual Meeting of the Boecker Cemetery will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 7. In the event of inclement weather, the meeting will be held at Cross Church, located at 814 N. Bauer St. in Seguin.

Spring Fiesta & La Juana Reunion

The Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church will host its Spring Fiesta & La Juana Reunion from noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, May 7 at the church, located at 416 Dolle Ave in Seguin. There will be a street fiesta at noon with hot dogs and specialty tacos and a jumpy house for children during lunch. The program runs from 1 to 2 p.m. and the guest speaker will be Reyes Cardenas who will share poetry and reflection followed by the awarding of a community scholarship, a special presentation of Community Cycles and a reception from 2 to 4 p.m. of all former Juan Seguin students.

Mental Health Conversations

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

experiences with mental illness and recovery.

Debutante Program Informational Meeting

The Mid-Texas Symphony will have a Debutante Program Informational Meeting at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 7 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more details, contact Jill Law at 830-463-5014 or email mtsdebs@gmail.com.

Geronimo VFW Dance

The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will have a dance, with Paul Sanchez, from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, May 7 at 6808 N. Hwy 123 in Geronimo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with a $10 admission. For more information call or text 830-305-8829.

Native Plant Society Meeting

The Native Plant Society of Texas, Guadalupe Chapter, will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 9 at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. (Parking is in the rear, enter from N. Moss St.) The program will be “Plants of the Weston Ranch,” with Mark Gustafson, professor of biology at Texas Lutheran University. For more information, visit https:// npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.

City of Seguin Updated Comprehensive Plan Open House

The City of Seguin will have an Open House for residents to view a draft of the City’s Updated Comprehensive Plan from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, May 10 at the Seguin Public Library. The Comprehensive Plan will provide a concept for growth over the next 20 to 30 years as it guides the City’s decisions related to transportation, infrastructure, parks, land use, neighborhoods, economic development, community image, and quality of life for residents.

Beginning Water Color Class

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

Stuffed Purse Give Away

The New Day Beginning Church of New Braunfels will have a Stuffed Purse Give Away at 10 a.m. Sunday, May 14 at 490 Porter St. in New Braunfels. For more information, visit www.newdaybeginning.org.

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Geronimo VFW Dance

The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will have a dance, with Rim Shot, from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, May 14 at 6808 N. Hwy 123 in Geronimo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with a $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 15 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak. com.

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.

Hermann Sons Life Seguin Meeting

The Hermann Sons Life Seguin meets every third Wednesday of the month. The social time begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by a meal at 7 p.m. Members are asked to bring a side or dessert.

Seguin

Premier Toastmasters

Seguin Premier Toastmasters will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. Toastmasters is a place to practice your speech for work or school where friendly people encourage and give tips to help you improve your communication skills. For more information, call Dina at 423-227-9610.

NAMI Family Support Group

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

Geronimo Lions Meeting

The Geronimo Lions meet at 6:30 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the Big Red Barn on Cordova Road. Breakfast is provided. For more information, call Steven Hughes at 870-949-5003.

Poverty Simulation

The CCSCT and the TLU Nursing program will offer a Poverty Simulation from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, May 18 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The event will be an opportunity to expand your understanding of poverty. RSVP at https://ccsctpovertysimulation.rsvpify. com.

Your Best Life Festival

The NAMI Guadalupe County will have its 2023 Your Best Life Festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 20 at Central Park in downtown Seguin. This free community event features information on health and wellness from a variety of local agencies, businesses and organizations. Learn about community resources, insurance, mental health, nutrition, physical fitness, safety and more. There will be free face painting, balloon twisting, and a bounce house/slide for children. For more details, visit NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org/festival.

La Trinidad UMC BBQ Chicken Plate Sale

The La Trinidad United Methodist Church will have a BBQ Chicken Plate Sale from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 20. Plates are $12 and include a chicken leg quarter, sausage, rice, beans, tea, bread and trimmings. Baked goods will be available inside the church annex. All proceeds benefit roof and air conditioning repairs. For tickets, call 830-379-1991. Tickets will also be available at the event.

Geronimo VFW Dance

The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will have a dance, with Crosstown Country, from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, May 21 at 6808 N. Hwy 123 in Geronimo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with a $10 admission. For more information call or text 830-305-8829.

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. Tuesday, May 23 at the Geronimo Community Center, located at 280 Navarro Dr. in Geronimo.

Geronimo VFW Dance

The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will have a dance, with the Gabe Galvan Band, from 3

to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, May 28 at 6808 N. Hwy 123 in Geronimo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with a $10 admission. For more information call or text 830-305-8829.

JUNE

Help Seguin Shine Application Deadline

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will accept Help Seguin Shine Applications until Friday, June 2. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 3 at Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak. com.

Children Five to Nine Summer Art Classes

The Seguin Art League will offer Summer Art Classes for ages five to nine from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesdays through Fridays on June 6 to June 9, June 13 to June 16, June 20 to June 23, July 11 to July 14, July 18 to July 21, and July 25 to July 28 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $120 and the supplies are included. Participants will make pinch pots, foam masks, Kandinsky pieces of art, wall hangings and learn the use of patterns, texture, design, and color. For more information or to register, call 830305-0472 or email seguinartleague@yahoo. com.

Children 10 and Over Summer Art Classes

The Seguin Art League will offer Summer Art Classes for ages 10 and older from 1 to 3p.m. Tuesdays through Fridays on June 6 to June 9, June 13 to June 16, June 20 to June 23, July 11 to July 14, July 18 to July 21, and July 25 to July 28 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $120 and the supplies are included. Participants will make clay boxes, print with natural found objects, make wind socks and learn to create texture, use templates, and work with color, line, and form. For more information or to register, call 830-305-0472 or email seguinartleague@ yahoo.com.

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Summer Strings and Choral Camps Registration

Registration for the July 10 through July 14

Summer Strings and Choral Camps, for grades 2 through 6, runs from through Saturday, July 1. The camps will be held at the Schuech Fine Arts Center on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. The cost is $125 and discounts are available. For more details and to register, visit www.tlucma.org.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, July 17 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

AUGUST

Master Naturalist Training Class

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

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. day, Saturday, Aug. 26 at GRMC Hospital, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

September

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 18 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

OCTOBER

Food Distribution Event

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

NOVEMBER

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. day, Saturday, Nov. 18 at GRMC Hospital, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

ONGOING COMMUNITY CALENDAR ITEMS

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 830303-4188 ext. 1249.

CCSCT Releases Utility Assistance Application for 2023

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

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.

Heritage Museum Calendars

The Heritage Museum is selling 2023 calendars for $10 featuring turn of the century everyday life of kids, social groups, parades, etc. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www. heritagemuseum.net. Gift Ornaments of Juan Seguin for only $5 are also available at the Museum. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.

Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program

The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of

the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-956-1155.

Salvation Army New Office

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

Volunteers Needed

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 423227-9610 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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