SDN: May 7, 2024

Let the construction begin!

much anticipated project connecting the city’s west and east sides.

Teenage boyfriend shoots girlfriend Victim remains in critical condition

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- A local 16-year-old girl remains in critical condition after being shot by her boyfriend Saturday afternoon.

Seguin Police Department officials say the incident was reported at around 4 p.m. Saturday in the 1200 block of West Court Street.

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- The expansion of Rudeloff Road from State Highway 46 to State Highway 123 is officially underway. The city came together Monday morning to celebrate the launch of the

Helping to orchestrate the $15.4 million project on the city’s behalf is Melissa Reynolds, the director of capital projects and engineering. Reynolds says Phase I of this project, which stretches 1.5 miles from Hwy. 46 to Huber Road just east of the Fields of Huber Ranch, is set to almost triple the width of the current roadway.

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Officers say upon arrival, they found the girl bleeding from the head.

The girl was airlifted to a San Antonio hospital where she continues to fight for her life.

The teen suspect, a 14-year-old male, has been identified and remains in custody.

He is charged with assault with a deadly weapon, serious bodily injury – family violence. The case remains under investigation.

Rudeloff Road neighbors celebrate road expansion

News of the Rudeloff Road expansion project has many nearby residents celebrating. Among those joining the city of Seguin during its groundbreaking ceremony Monday morning were residents and neighbors Barbara Thexton and Karen Key.

For the past seven years, both women have lived in the Mill Creek subdivision located off State Highway 46. Thexton, says not only have they had to deal with an increase in traffic but also the horrible and unsafe road conditions.

For the last several years, she says all that folks were able to do was laugh.

“We have looked forward to it for three years before I moved in in 2019. There are all kinds of crude jokes about Rudeloff Road. One is (about) a big pothole in the middle of the road. This one (joke) was turn into a hot tub with people drinking,” laughs Thexton.

Rudeloff Road is home to several businesses including the Huber Airpark Airport. It also sits alongside the north end of The Fields at Huber Ranch.

Key says just getting in and out of the neighborhood has become

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“The road currently is not quite 20 feet wide. I think it kind of varies between 16 to 18 feet most of the way down. It’s going to (be) 60 feet wide with five lanes or a median in some places so two lanes in each direction as you go all the way to 46 -- all the way to the second Huber. And, it’s a 10 feet trail on either side, concrete trail. So, there’s some places we had right-ofway challenges but we had

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more and more difficult.

“Every way you come in, there are big dips in the road. This was one of my biggest concerns. The tires are one thing but these big dips in the road -- my granddaughter was living with me and one night at like midnight, she could not get home. She had to turn around and try to find another place to spend the night because she couldn’t get off Huber, either way. Even if you come in through the original section of Mill Creek and you cut over to Rudeloff, there is still one big dip. She tried every way and could not get to my house,” said Key.

Despite the road’s current condition, Thexton says home building in that area has not slowed down. She says the various uses of Rudeloff have all led to traffic

room and moved it off of the road,” said Reynolds.

Upon arriving at the end of Huber Road near the softball fields is where Reynolds says Phase II will get started.

“So, we hope to be finishing up this construction as construction of Phase II picks up. So, it will be a seamless transition to Highway 20. There will be a signalized intersection -- I think there’s already one -- and that’s where we will tie in at,” said Reynolds.

congestion and the deterioration of the roadway.

“We are getting semi-trucks coming in down Rudeloff which makes things worse. They are taking it as a shortcut between 123 and 46 and so our potholes get deeper. The city will come out and repair some potholes, but it is not long before you’re dodging potholes and looking like a drunk driver,” said Thexton.

Thexton admits that because she knew the city was working steadily on a plan, it was easier for her to just “grin and bear it.”

In fact, showing up for Monday’s groundbreaking was just another way for Thexton to show her appreciation.

“One, I want to support the city. Two, I want the city to know that I’m grateful and three, I’m interested in the community,” said Thexton.

The first phase of the roadway project includes transforming the current two-lane road to four to five lanes, with concrete hike and bike trails on each side of the street. Drainage improvements are also part of the project. City officials say they hope to have Phase I completed by December 2025.

After applying in 2015, the city in 2017 was finally awarded funding from the Alamo Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (AAMPO).

However, it was additional funds awarded this past October that gave the city the official green light to move forward with its plans.

It was the resiliency of Team Seguin, that Reynolds says in the end, made it all possible.

“The road started way

back in 2016 when we got funding from AAMPO. The design actually started in 2017 with BGE. We spent five years (on it). The capital projects and design team had been working through design and environmental clearance, public meetings, design approvals and there was a little thing called COVID. It made acquisitions quite difficult because it hit right at the time for acquisitions to start on this project.

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So as with our current road conditions, which are a little pot holed and rutted, the road here was a little bit rough but Seguin is a tough bunch and COVID brought a significant cost escalation as well. That caused some delays but (it was) a true testament of partnerships and regional support. We give much thanks to AAMPO for their funding support and TxDOT for jumping through all those hoops for us. The project is a true testament of resiliency of Team Seguin. (Thanks to) our incredible partnerships and team efforts to provide significant mobility improvements to our region and not only for vehicles but also the bikes and pedestrians,” said Reynolds.

Located in his district, Jim Lievens, Seguin City Councilman District 3, says he is eyewitness to Seguin’s rapidly growing north side.

Lievens says he can’t help but be excited about the doors that this road expansion project will open for the area.

“This is just the first step. Yes, we’ve seen the growth all over Seguin but we, who live on the north side, have really seen explosive growth on this side. I don’t have to tell you all that. So, infrastructure is the first step. This will open up the doors for many things. Yes, we are going to have the increased mobility. That’s going to be wonderful on not only Rudeloff but Cordova. But guys, I am excited about commercial opportunities. We need more shopping

experiences that are close to us in this area, close to home so we don’t have to travel five, 10 miles one direction or the other. So, my hopes is that this will open the doors to some commercial activity, especially for those who live in the Navarro ISD, such as myself. I hope we get more commercial activity to broaden our tax base so that we are not just a tax base that is based on rooftops. So, I’m excited about all the doors that this is opening and I just can not wait,” said Lievens.

Now that construction will be in full force, Reynolds asks that commuters exercise a bit of patience as this project, in the end, will be well worth it.

“Construction is never fun, never pretty but hopefully, keeping the end game in sight, it is going to be worth it. Progress takes a little bit of challenge and that’s what we are hitting right now. We are in the challenging stage. It was a rough road getting here. There is a lot of impatience and people have been waiting a long time for this roadway. But here we are. We are here. The next year and a half or so is going to be a little rough but once, we get through that and what we end up with is going to be so worth it. We are building the rest of the road through the farm fields to 123 and to be able to have that connectivity between 46 and 123 is just going to be huge,” said Reynolds.

The estimated completion date for the project is December 2025.

Until then, the city plans to maintain road access along Rudeloff for residents and businesses in that area.

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TLU Baseball Falls in SCAC Championship Game

CLEBURNE, Texas -- In what made for a back-and-forth game, Texas Lutheran Baseball was unable to respond to a three-run 11th inning from Centenary as the Bulldogs fell 10-8 in extra innings on Sunday at La Moderna Field in Cleburne, Texas. The Bulldogs will face the Gents in a rematch on Monday at noon to crown the 2024 SCAC Tournament Champion with a berth to an NCAA Regional also on the line. All streaming and live stats links will be available on tlubulldogs. com.

Chase Bourgeois (League City/Clear Falls) led the Bulldogs at the plate, going 2-for-5 with two RBIs, while Adam Peavy (Houston/ Memorial) went 2-for-4 with a double and a solo home run. Tyler Post (San Antonio/Johnson) tied the program record for walks in a game, recording five walks on Sunday, scoring once.

Johnny Garza Jr. (San Antonio/McCollum) started and pitched five innings, allowing five runs on six hits and four walks. He struck out two batters and did not factor in the decision.

Nolan McInvale (Poth/Poth) pitched six innings in relief and allowed five runs on eight hits and three walks.

The game was scoreless for the first two innings until the Gents exploded for four runs on three hits and a TLU error to take an early 4-0 lead.

Texas Lutheran responded with five runs in the bottom of the fourth to jump ahead of the Gents, 5-4. After a leadoff single from Hayden Kesselring (New Braunfels/New Braunfels) and a one-out double from Adam Peavy, Carson Draehn (Brenham/Brenham) would hit a two-RBI single up the middle to get the Bulldogs on the board. Chase Bourgeois would hit an RBI single before Aric Vasquez (San Antonio/Brandeis) hit a two-out, two RBI single to conclude the scoring in the inning.

Centenary got a run back in the fifth inning with a sacrifice fly and then the Gents took the lead, 6-5, in the top of the seventh.

Adam Peavy would hit his fifth home run of the season in the seventh to tie the game at six. The Gents would get the run back in the top of the eighth.

Down to their last out, Chase Bourgeois would tie the game at seven with a two-out RBI single through the left side to send the game to extras.

The two teams went scoreless in the tenth before the Gents got the scoring started in the 11th with three runs on three hits and an error. The Bulldogs attempted a two-out rally in the bottom of the inning as Mason Goudeau (Liberty/Liberty) drove in a run on an RBI fielder’s choice to load the bases but the Bulldogs would strand the bases loaded to end the game.

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 X (Twitter), @tlubulldogs on Facebook, and @tlu_athletics on Instagram and TikTok).

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“It is always very difficult to give up someone you love, even when it is time.”

Ida Louise Flach was born June 3, 1926, to Richard and Stella Kott in Comfort, Texas, and passed away on February 29, 2024, at the age of 97. She graduated from Comfort High School and Southwest Texas State Teachers College. On November 27, 1946, she was married to Alfred E. Flach, Jr. The marriage lasted 61 years. Four sons were born to them. While raising her family she taught school for 31 years and was a member of First Methodist Church for more than 60 years.

Ida was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, her only brother, and her two sisters. She is survived by her four sons and their wives: John and Nancy, Marc and Lexi, Tim and Cecelia, and Todd and Lena. As well as her seven grandchildren, five greatgrandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.

Ida was born on the family farm before electricity or indoor plumbing and grew up during the Great Depression. She was educated in the one room country “Holiday School” that featured boys and girls outhouses and a horse pen. She eventually continued her education “in town,” sometimes staying overnight at her grandparents’ home. She graduated high school in 1942 during WWII and lived through the shortages of the Depression and the

rationing of sugar, gasoline, meat, rubber, and butter during the war.

When Al came home from the South Pacific Theater of War they were married and set up house in the attic of her grandparents’ home. John was born in Kerrville when they lived in Comfort, Marc was born while she and Al attended college in San Marcos, and Tim and Todd were born in Seguin.

When Ida still lived on the farm as a youngster, she did not get into town to attend church. She started a lifetime of devotion in the Methodist Church when she and Al married. Her experience on the remote farm during the Depression and the Homefront deprivations during WWII gave her a deep appreciation and commitment to the family pulling together for the prosperity of her family, community, church and friends. From her scarcity she made abundance. She truly knew how to love as a wife, mother, grandmother, friend, neighbor, Christian and teacher.

Every person who ever met Ida (affectionally known as Dama by family and so many others) felt the sincerity and depth of her love. We must now let her go, but we will never stop missing her.

A memorial service celebrating Ida’s life will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2024, at First Methodist Church, Seguin at 1:30 p.m. with the Reverend Cathe Evins officiating. A reception will follow in Hierholzer Hall. Private interment will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Methodist Church, 710 N. Austin St., Seguin, Texas, 78155, or a charity of one’s choice.

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.

Third Of Americans Could Have Had Data Stolen In Health Care Hack

(Washington, DC) -- A third of Americans may have had their data stolen in a health care hack. That’s what UnitedHealth CEO Andrew Witty estimated when testifying before Congress. He talked about a February ransomware attack on a UnitedHealth Group subsidiary that affected pharmacies across the U.S. Witty said in written testimony that it will take “several months” for the company to identify and notify those impacted by the hack as it continues to go through the stolen data.

Study: “Huff And Puff” Exercises Reduce Risk Of Early Death

(Undated) -- New research shows exercise that makes you “huff and puff” reduces your risk of an early death by 20 percent. Australian researchers analyzed nearly 200 studies from over the past two decades and looked at how cardiorespiratory fitness that works out the heart, lungs and muscles predicted future health outcomes. What they found is that those with high fitness levels had a 20-percent lower risk of premature death, chronic disease and complications from poor health. The lead author of the study says the message is simple: “if you do a lot of huff and puff exercise, then your risk of dying early” is reduced.”

Biden Announces $3B Lead Pipe Plan

(Wilmington, NC) -- President Biden is announcing a three-billion-dollar plan to replace the nation’s lead pipes. Biden made the announcement during a campaign stop in North Carolina, and said the plan would improve public health and provide clean drinking water. Biden noted how lead pipes can damage brains and kidneys, especially in children, and that the new pipes are “tough, durable, and they don’t rust.” The EPA says the three-year plan would affect nearly two million lead pipes nationwide.

PA Killer Nurse Given Life Sentence

(Butler, PA) -- A Pennsylvania nurse will spend the rest of her life behind bars for killing 17 patients with excessive doses of insulin. Heather Pressdee pleaded guilty and was sentenced to life in prison without parole after being accused of administering high doses of insulin to patients at rehabilitation centers in Pennsylvania between 2020 and 2023. The state attorney general’s office said murder charges were filed against the 41-year-old nurse only in cases where physical evidence was available. In a statement, the attorney general said Pressdee “used her position of trust as a means to poison patients who depended on her for care.”

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LULAC Community Garden

The LULAC Foundation Community Garden currently has radishes and green beans ready for harvesting. You will know the aisles they are in by the t-post in front of the rows. The garden is located at 1502 Eighth St. in Seguin.

Toddler Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 7. 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, May 7. 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: Button Making

The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7. Teens ages 12 through 17 can drop in anytime between 4 and 5:30 p.m. for Button Making. Teen participants can hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.

Tai Chi Tuesday

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7 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.

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.

Baby Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 8. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 months and meets every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Family Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 8. There will be stories, rhymes, songs and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5 every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Adult Coloring Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its free Adult Coloring Club for all skill levels at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 8. The Adult Coloring Club meets on the 2nd Wednesday of every month. All supplies will be provided. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

LEGO Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its LEGO Club at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, May 8 Kids ages 3 to 11 will use their creativity to build with LEGOs. Creations will be displayed on the library bookshelves. Call 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Celebrate Recovery

The Celebrate Recovery ministry at Crossroads Church meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday nights at 3455 W. Hwy 90 in Seguin. Celebrate recovery is for anyone dealing with anxiety, alcohol, depression, codependency, unforgiveness, self doubt, addiction, grief, eating disorders, relationships, anger, substance abuse, destructive behavior, spending, stress, and more. For more information call 830-251-2080.

AA Meetings

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

Matador Theatre Presents: Little Shop of Horrors

The Seguin High School’s Matador Theatre Presents: Little Shop of Horrors at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 10 and Saturday, May 11 and at 3 p.m. and on Sunday, May 12 at the SHS Performing Arts Center. There will also be a Senior Ceremony at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 12. Tickets are $12 for adults online or $15 Cash at the door. Students are $8 online or $10 at the door. Additional fees apply to all online and cash purchases. To purchase tickets visit https://our.show/ shopofhorrors.

Geronimo VFD Auxiliary Bake Sale Fundraiser

The Geronimo VFD Auxiliary will have is Annual Bake Sale Fundraiser from 9 a.m. until sold out on Saturday, May 11 at the Geronimo Volunteer Fire House on Hwy. 123.

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.

Sit and Learn Storytime

There will be a free Sit and Learn Storytime at 11 a.m.

Saturday, May 11 at the Seguin Public Library. Sit and listen to their silliest stories, plus songs, rhymes and a craft. This story time is geared for children who can sit with a caregiver while listening to a story. All ages are welcome to attend. Call 830-401- 2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Elks Mother’s Day Luncheon

The Seguin Elks Lodge will have a Mother’s Day Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 11 at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. Plates are $15 plus tax and include broccoli salad, pop roast, potatoes, carrots, corn muffins and dessert. Reservations are required by calling 830-556-4641.

Lunch & Learn: Composting in the Garden

The Seguin Public Library, Texas A&M Agrilife Extension, and Texas Master Gardeners are collaborating to bring you a Lunch and Learn Series: Composting in the Garden at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 11 in the Community Meeting Room of the Seguin Public Library. A small brown bag lunch will be provided. Learn the fundamental concepts and practices used to produce quality compost. With Advanced Master Gardener, Peter Hernandez. This program is for adults only and requires registration to attend by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov.

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.

Elks Lodge Mother’s Day Steak Dinner

The Seguin Elks Lodge will have a Mother’s Day Steak Dinner at 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, May 12 at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. The price is $35 for steak plates or $25 for chicken plates and includes broccoli salad, twice baked potato, fresh veggies, dinner roll and dessert. Reservations are required by calling or texting 830-556-4641.

Seguin High School Choir “Pops” Concert

The Seguin High School Choir will have its free 2024 “Pops” Concert at 7 p.m. Monday, May 13 at the SHS Performing Arts Center. The concert will feature music from the 1960’s to current pop music of today and showcase many individual students singing solos, duets as well as choral group selections.

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/.

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Luling Foundation Field Day

The Luling Foundation will have its Field Day from 7:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, May 16 at 523 Mulberry in Luling. The event includes a free breakfast and lunch provided by sponsors. There will be booths, exhibits, a tour of the Foundation’s agriculture demonstration barn and garden facilities, speakers, practical demonstrations and an opportunity for networking. The event will also be streamed at www.facebook.com/lulingfoundation. RSVP is recommended but not required by calling 830-875-2438.

Leadership Seguin Graduation Dinner

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Leadership Seguin Graduation Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21 at the Geronimo Community Center, located at 280 Navarro Dr. Tickets are $25 per person. To RSVP, call 830379-6382 by Monday, May 13.

Geronimo VFW Jam Session

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

Tai Chi Tuesday

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 14 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.

New Braunfels Food Bank: Healthy Eating on a Budget

The Seguin Public Library and the New Braunfels Food Bank will offer a Healthy Eating on a Budget Class at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, May 15. This class is for adults only. Registration is required to attend by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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 Art League Basket Making Class

The Seguin Art League will have a Basket Making Class from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will make

a piece of fiber art using fabric to create a designer basket. The cost is $30 and supplies are included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Library Closure: Staff Training

The Seguin Public Library will be closed on Friday, May 17 for staff training. The library will resume normal hours from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 18. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.

Community Tai Chi

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 18 at the Seguin Public Library. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson for all skill levels every third Saturday. Call 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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.

Caregiver Cafe

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

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.

Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program

The City of Seguin is now accepting applications for the Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to a 75 percent matching grant, with a maximum grant awarded to an applicant not to exceed $10,000.

Improvements and other expenditures eligible under the Seguin BIG Program include facade improvements, sign improvements, site improvements, and other real property improvements. Program Guidelines and Applications are available online at www. SeguinTexas.gov or at www.SeguinEDC.com. Applications must be submitted through the BIG application portal which can be accessed by visiting: https://bit.ly/seguin-big24 by the close of business on the last day of each month. For more information, visit www.SeguinEDC.com, or call 830-4012476.

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.

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, May 20. This month’s book discussion will be The Lemon Tree by Sandy Tolan. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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.

Tai Chi Tuesday

The Seguin Public Library and GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation will host Tai Chi for free at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21 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.

Heart to Heart Grief Support Group

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

Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group

The First Presbyterian Church, Seguin is offering a Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 21 at 1121 E. Walnut St. The group is available to assist with questions regarding your rights and benefits available to you and will meet the third Tuesday of the month. For questions or more information, call 830-379-5421. If there is no answer, leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as they receive the message.

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Republican Women Meeting

The Guadalupe County Republican Women will meet at 11 a.m. on Thursday, May 23 at the Seguin Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The guest speaker will be Dr. Debbie Cottrell, President of Texas Lutheran University. The cost of the lunch is $20. To make lunch reservations, email silvercenter@ sbcglobal.net or call 830-391-3979 or. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com/.

All Ages Chess Club

The Seguin Public Library will have its free All Ages Chess Club at 6:15 on Thursday, May 23 for all skill levels. There will be chess sets but patrons can also bring their own chess equipment. Call 830-4012422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Summer Reading Experience Registration Opens

Grab your suitcase, grab your passport, and get ready because the free Summer Reading Experience registration opens Friday, May 24 at the Seguin Public Library. Participants of all ages can track their reading to enter raffles to win cool prizes. Sign up and pick up your summer reading game boards. The summer reading experience encourages children to read during the summer months to promote summer learning and to help prevent the summer slide. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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.

Library Holiday Closure

In observance of Memorial Day, the Seguin Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 27. Normal hours will resume at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28, 2024,. Items may be renewed online, or returned using outdoor book return. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Toddler Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28. 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, May 28. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830-4012422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Teen Tuesday – DIY Key Chain Making

The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28 featuring DIY Key Chain Making. Teens ages 12 - 17 can drop in anytime between 4 and 5:30pm on Tuesdays to hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Chamber May After Hours Mixer & Media Night

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its May After Hours Mixer & Media Night from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 28 at Smokey Joe Williams Field, located at 637 Midway Dr. in Seguin. The event is sponsored by the Seguin River Monsters

Baby Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 months and meets every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Family Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29. There will be stories, rhymes, songs and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5 every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Kids Create: Popsicle Biplane

The Seguin Public Library will have Kids Create at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29. Participants will build their own biplane and learn about the first powered, controlled airplane that flew using a biplane wing arrangement, as did many aircraft in the early years of aviation. Attendees must be between the ages of 6 to 11. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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.

Adult Craft Night

The Seguin Public Library will have a free Adult Craft Night at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 30. Participants will learn how to preserve natural flowers in resin and create a wooden coaster. All materials will be provided. Registration is required to participate by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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.

Summer Reading Experience Kick Off

The Seguin Public Library Summer Reading Experience kicks off with John O’Bryant the Magician at 10 a.m. and at 11:15 a.m on Saturday, June 1. Register to participate for the 2024 Summer Reading Experience, it is open to all ages, just track your reading to enter raffles to win cool prizes. The summer reading experience encourages children to read during the summer months to promote summer learning and to help prevent the summer slide. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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.

Seguin Art League Year of the Dragon Summer Camp

The Seguin Art League will have its Seguin Art League Year of the Dragon Summer Camp for ages 5 through 9 from 10 a.m. to noon and for ages 10 and older on Tuesday, June 4 through Friday, June 7 or Tuesday, July 9 through Friday, July 12 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Students will develop skills using a variety of media dealing with both two and three dimensions in space. The cost is $105 which includes supplies. For more information, call 830305-0472.

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.

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.

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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 830-305-8829.

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.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

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

Build for Better Bash

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

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

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

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

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

July

Food Distribution Event

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

August

Food Distribution Event

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

September

Food Distribution Event

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

October

Food Distribution Event

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

November

Food Distribution Event

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

Ongoing Community Calendar Items

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

Heritage Museum Calendars

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

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

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

Volunteer Van Drivers Needed

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

Precious Life Services

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

calling 830-372-5980.

Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program

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

Salvation Army Office

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

Volunteers Needed

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