SDN: May 11, 2023

Stories of TRIUMPH & Familial LEGACY

Seguin ISD families encouraged to take school district survey

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- Don't let the school year pass you by without sharing your feedback on the 2022-2023 school year. That's the invitation by Seguin ISD officials who say they value your feedback.

Sean Hoffmann, the chief communications officer for the Seguin ISD, says the district is currently surveying Seguin ISD families in order to gain insight into their perception of the school and the district's effectiveness.

"This survey that the Seguin ISD has shared with its parents as well as with employees is designed to really get some insightful feedback from our school community on the perception of our schools and our effectiveness. We want to ensure that we are improving constantly and with the community's input, we can get that feedback in order to provide the supportive environments and the high-quality learning experiences that our community deserves," said Hoffmann.

To administer these surveys, Hoffmann says they have partnered with Panorama Education to conduct the family surveys. District officials say Panorama safeguards personal privacy, keeping all responses confidential.

Hoffmann says the survey shouldn't take more than a few minutes to complete, and again adds that it will serve as a valuable source of information to help improve learning.

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The May issue of Seguin Today is officially out with new local stories for you. This month’s cover story introduces you to James Reid and how he overcame adversity to thrive at the bowling alley. We also learn about the Wilson Pottery Foundation’s history, and how the legacy of two brothers carries on to this day. All that and more in this month’s Seguin Today.

Kuempel calls for more oversight for professors with tenure

Darren Dunn

(Austin) -- A somewhat controversial plan to do away with tenure for Texas college professors is being shelved. Instead, state lawmakers, including Seguin’s representative in the house, are pushing a different bill that includes more oversight.

“This bill requires that universities have policies that are clear, hold tenure faculty accountable for their teaching and research.

That’s Texas State Representative John Kuempel, of Seguin.

The revised bill by Kuempel would require state colleges and universities to conduct regular

performance reviews of teachers with tenure.

“Ensures that faculty who are not meeting established standards for their performance can be removed from their positions while receiving

due process,” said Kuempel.

Representative Kuempel says that instead of doing away with tenure, they want teachers to be subjected to performance reviews

“This bill will help ensure the faculty who earn tenure uphold the responsibility to their students, their university, and the people of Texas,” said Kuempel.

The Texas Lieutenant Governor set off a firestorm when he announced plans to go after tenure, as a way to reign in who he called activist professors. That led to fears that good teachers would flee the state in protest.

Cibolo job fair to include opportunities for those in Seguin

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Cibolo) -- Getting a new job or changing careers starts today.

Job seekers in Seguin and Guadalupe County are encouraged to stop by today's Regional Job Fair in Cibolo. The Regional Job Fair is being hosted by a number of entities including the Seguin Economic Development Corporation (Seguin EDC), the Cibolo EDC; the Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, and the Schertz EDC.

Together these groups have proudly worked together to help host similar job fairs in each of the respective communities. That's according to Jennifer Sourdellia, the public information officer for the city of Seguin. Sourdellia says this event will feature over 60 employers. She adds that a majority of these employers have immediate job openings across multiple industries and skills.

"We are going to be having this out at the Cibolo Family YMCA. That is located over in Cibolo off of FM 78. This is a free event open to anyone who is out

there looking for a new career or job. There's going to be over 60 employers. There's going to be several that are going to be hiring on the spot so we invite you to take your resumes and dress for an interview for on the site interviews there. So, if you are out there looking for a job, it's a perfect opportunity for you," said Sourdellia. Today's job fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Cibolo Family YMCA. The YMCA is lcoated at 176 FM 78 East in Cibolo.

Survey, continued.

"This is an annual survey. This is our second year to do it and it just takes a few minutes to take and we encourage all of our parents and all of our guardians of our students as well as all of our students and employees to take those few minutes, complete the survey so that we can constantly improve as we evaluate those results when they come in this summer," said Hoffmann.

Hoffmann says the survey has been made readily available and easy to master.

"The deadline for the survey is May 19 and we have shared it with our school families through email as well as on social media. We've emailed the survey to our employees and again, we will be putting out reminders to our stakeholders and again encouraging them to take that time and really share with us areas where we can improve and areas where we might be doing a great job," said Hoffmann.

Individuals and families may complete the survey online using a computer, tablet, or smartphone. The link for the survey is https://surveys.panoramaed. com/seguinisdtx/1864455962/surveys

The link for the survey can also be found on the district's website SeguinISD.net or on the district's Facebook page. Upon clicking, individuals will be asked to choose their child's school from a list of campuses.

Those having children enrolled in multiple schools in the district will have the option to start a new survey for another school after submitting the survey for their selected campus.

Those with questions about the survey administration are encouraged to call 830.401.8619 or email sisdclimate@seguin.k12.tx.us.

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Marion and Navarro Area Round Baseball Games to Air on KWED

(Marion) -- The Marion Bulldogs are back in the Area round of the Class 3A playoffs.

Marion swept past Tidehaven last Thursday in the UIL Bi-District round and now the Bulldogs will now face Jourdanton in a three-game playoff in the Area round starting tomorrow.

Chase Hallmark had a walk-off hit in the bottom of the 8th in Marion’s 5-4 win in game one against Tidehaven. The Bulldogs fell behind early in game two, but rallied for a 7-6 win to complete the series sweep.

Marion will play Jourdanton in a best-of-three game series starting tomorrow. The Bulldogs, the 2023 District 26-3A champions, made it to the Regional Quarterfinals last season. The Indians, who beat Crystal City in three games in the Bi-District round last week, finished 2nd in District 27-3A.

Game one will be held in Marion Thursday evening. Games two and three, if necessary, will take place in Jourdanton on Friday starting at 5 O’clock.

You’ll hear game one on KWED on Thursday. First pitch is set for 6 p.m. We’ll get out coverage started at around 5:45 Thursday afternoon with our Bulldog pregame on AM 1580 and streaming at SeguinToday. com

(Halletsville) — The Navarro Panthers will face Sealy in the Class 4A Area round starting Thursday. The Panthers won a one-game playoff over Wimberley last Thursday in the Bi-District round, taking down the Texans 6-3 in Wimberley. The win avenged a series loss to the Texans in the same round a year ago.

Bryce Nall had 11 strikeouts on the mound in getting the complete

game victory. Landun Taylor went 3-for-3 with a double and a triple. Taylor scored the go-ahead run in the 5th inning when he scored from 3rd on a dropped third strike by the Texans’ catcher.

Sealy finished the regular season as the second place team in District 25-4A. The Tigers beat Bay City two games to none in the Bi-District round last week. The Panthers were the champions of District 28-4A.

The teams will meet in a best-of-three series in Halletsville starting on Thursday. Game one is set for 7 p.m. Game two will be held Friday at 6 p.m. and a game three, if necessary, will take place on Saturday afternoon at 1 O’clock.

We’ll have game two between Navarro and Sealy for you on Friday on KWED. If a game three is needed on Saturday, will have that game for you on KWED as well.

Chris Austin

Concepcion “Concha” Menchaca Gonzalez of Seguin, Texas was welcomed into her Heavenly Home on April 22, 2023, at the age of 88 surrounded by family. She was born on May 10, 1934, in McQueeney, Texas to Jose Maria Menchaca Sr. and Francisca Dominguez Menchaca.

Concha, as she was known by everyone, was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and friend. She was proud member of the Guadalupanas at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church for many years. She and her husband Bernabe “BB” were long time members of the American Legion. In the early years, she loved to sing with her husband as he played the guitar. She also loved putting on her dance shoes and going to dances on the weekend as she and her husband were often asked to sing. One of the things that Concha was most proud of was when she sang at Noche De Gala. She also loved going on convention trips with her husband. She was devoted and hard-working woman who loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She never had any daughters and would always say that Anna, Destiny, and Jayana Gonzalez were her daughters. Her grandson Jesse Jr. was also like a son to her, and her granddaughter Destiny was her number one and her everything. Concha was a loving and very sweet woman, and she was loved by everyone who had the opportunity to meet her. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.

She is preceded in death by her husband Bernabe B. Gonzalez of 42 years; her parents; brothers, Jose Menchaca Jr., Guadalupe Menchaca, and Santos Menchaca Sr.; great-granddaughter, Jessica Maria Gonzalez; father-in-law, Pedro Gonzalez and mother-in- law, Margarita Gonzalez.

Left to cherish and honor her memory is her only son, Jesus M. Gonzalez “Chuy”; grandson, Jesse V. Gonzalez “Lil Chuy” and wife Anna; great-grandchildren, Destiny, Jesse Ray, and Jayana Gonzalez; great-great-grandchildren, Ethan and Ayven Zuniga; sister, Carmel Mancilla and brothers, Adelaido Menchaca Sr., Juan Menchaca Sr., and Jesus Menchaca; special niece who was like a daughter to her , Elaine Lopez as well as numerous nieces, nephews and other loving family member and dear friends.

Serving as pallbearers will be Santos Menchaca Jr., Steven Menchaca, Adelaido Menchaca Jr., Michael Stephen Menchaca, Juan Menchaca Jr., and Adam Mancilla.

Visitation will be at Palmer Mortuary on Thursday, May 11, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The Holy Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m. and will be led by the Guadalupanas and Deacon Nick Carrillo.

Visitation will continue Friday, May 12, 2023, at 8 a.m. at Palmer Mortuary and the chapel will be dismissed at 9:30 a.m. Mass will be offered at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church and the burial will follow at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are under the care of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

VITAL STATISTICS

Jones Jones

Danny Day Ketchum was born August 1st,1954 in Seguin, TX to Frank and Maud Ester Ketchum.

Danny accepted Christ at an early age. God called him to his Heavenly home on April 24, 2023.

Danny received his formal education in Seguin, Texas graduating from Seguin High School in 1972. Upon graduation, Danny had a desire to serve his country, so he joined the United States Navy. He served two years and was honorably discharged. After his military career, he enjoyed working with seniors in the healthcare industry.

Danny enjoyed fishing and sketching. He was a self-taught handyman, helping out friends with different tasks. He also had a passion for animals by taking in abandoned cats.

Danny was preceded in death by his grandparents, parents, sister Annette, and brother Bill. He leaves to cherish his memory brothers, Frank Edward Ketchum, Dennis Day Ketchum (Monika), sister Janet Ketchum Antwine (Kermit), and several nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Graveside Service

Monday May 15th, 2023

9:15 am

Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery

1520 Harry Wurzbach Rd. San Antonio, TX 78209

Major Michael Carey Jones, USAF (Ret.), age 75 of McQueeney, passed away on May 5, 2023. Michael was born on April 30, 1948 in Birmingham, Alabama to Ida Jean (Chapman) and Carey Cannon Jones.

Michael enlisted in the United States Air Force in 1966 at the age of eighteen. He was passionate about serving his country and always shared with his family that it was the best decision he ever made.

During his twenty-seven active years in the USAF, he held numerous positions. As an airman, Michael served in the Vietnam war and later went back to school and received his bachelor’s degree from Culver Stockton College in 1977 where he was also a member of the Sigma Phi Epsilon fraternity. He became an officer in the USAF working his way through the ranks to Major, ending his military career as the Director of Aerospace Maintenance, when he retired in 1993. Michael also volunteered to go to Desert Storm and didn’t tell his family he volunteered, until he was safely back home.

Michael never stopped working. He went on to hold positions as the director of the Texas Criminal Justice’s Parole Division Training, as well as a probation officer in Burnet County, creating a robust GED program, which helped countless men and women onto a road to a brighter future. He had a brief stent at the Emergency Management Division, as a Critical Infrastructure Analyst. He also worked at the Texas Lottery Commission in many roles, until his final retirement, in 2021. He would always joke that he was going to be a 90-yearold door greeter at Walmart because he always liked to stay busy. Of all positions held, he exceled as a husband, brother, dad, and poppy, in which he made each family member feel like they were the most important person in his life.

Michael is preceded in death by Celeste Wright (Grandmother), Ida Jean Chapman (Mother), and Carey Cannon Jones (Father).

Survivors include his loving wife of 33 years, Sharon Jones; daughters, Melissa Byers, Heather York, son in-laws Michael Byers, Leslie York, and six grandchildren, Camryn Byers, Daron York, Kennedy Byers, Kaylin York, Kierra York, and Colby Byers. Gregg Merrell (brother), Paula Merrell (sister in-law), Cynthia Mims (sister), Gene Mims (brother in-law), Rusty Merrell (brother), Diann Merrell (sister in-law), and nieces and nephews, Tommy, David, Abigail, JoAnna, Niccole, Lauren, Ben, Jacob and numerous great nieces and nephews. As well as countless friendships made along the way.

Visitation will be held on Sunday May 14, 2023, from 2 – 4 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Graveside services and interment with full military honors will be held Monday, May 15th, 2023, at 2:15 p.m. at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery with Chaplain Tom Jones officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made In Michael’s name to the New Braunfels Food Bank, 1620 S. Seguin, New Braunfels, Texas 78130.

You may 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.

Texas Preps For

Expected Migrant Surge

(Austin, TX) -- Texas Governor Greg Abbott says he’s deploying another national guard unit to the border for this week’s end of Title-42. The public health rule has been used to expedite deportations and, without it, there are worries about a surge of illegal immigration. The governor says the Texas Tactical Border Force will focus on stopping asylum-seekers from crossing illegally into the country. The Biden Administration estimates that 13-thousand people will come across the border illegally on a daily basis once Title 42 expires on Thursday.

New Guidance

Suggests Women In 40s Begin Breast Cancer Screening

(Washington, DC) -- New guidance says most women should begin screening for breast cancer at 40. The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force, a group that guides insurance policies with its decisions, says women with average risk should be screened every other year between ages 40 and 74. Before, task force recommendations suggested women should begin screening at 50 unless they had higher risk factors. But with higher rates of breast cancer among women in their 40s, the last task force chair said there’s more value in screening at younger ages.

Rubio Wants No More Subsidies For Junk Food (Washington, DC) -- Senator Marco Rubio wants to make sure Americans no longer subsidize unhealthy eating habits. The Florida Republican wrote in the Wall Street Journal on Sunday that he wants to make sure food stamps, or SNAP benefits, can’t be used on soda and prepared desserts. He says this will reorient the program toward healthy foods like milk and pure fruit juice. Rubio estimates more than 20 percent of SNAP benefits are spent on junk food, and that will cost taxpayers 240 billion dollars over the next decade. He also writes it’s immoral, irresponsible and reprehensible that SNAP plays a role in spreading diabetes and obesity.

Medical Care Company Settles False Billing Claims

(Seattle, WA) -- A healthcare company that does business in several states has settled with the federal government over false billing claims. The U.S. Attorney in Seattle says United Wound Healing will pay 292-thousand dollars to resolve the case. They are not admitting wrongdoing. The company does business in Washington, Oregon, Utah, and Idaho. They work at long-term care facilities and provide specialized treatment to patients with a variety of wounds. If the patient received care for another medical problem the same day as they were seen by United Wound Healing, Medicaid and Medicare are not supposed to be billed.

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COMMUNITY COMMUNITY CALENDAR

May 11 2023

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.

Regional Job Fair

The Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce (GNBCC), the Seguin Economic Development Corporation (Seguin EDC), the Schertz Economic Development Corporation (Schertz EDC), and the Cibolo Economic Development Corporation (CEDC) are partnering to host the second Regional Job Fair of 2023. The Job Fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 11 at the Cibolo Family YMCA, located at 176 FM 78 East in Cibolo. This event is free to the public and will feature over 60 employers who are ready to hire for immediate job openings across multiple industries and skills. For more information, follow the Cibolo EDC, New Braunfels Chamber, Seguin EDC, and/ or Schertz EDC on Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.

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.

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.

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.

Comal Country Music Show

The Comal Country Music Show will be held from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, May 16 at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 111 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The featured guest performers will be Carol Cochran and Wayne Brown. The doors open at 6 p.m. with an $8 cover charge. All proceeds will benefit charities.

Young Professionals Lunch & Learn

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals will have a Lunch and Learn from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, May 17 at the Seguin ISD Administration Office, located at 1221 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. The Guest Speaker will be Dr. Matthew Gutierrez. Arrive early to purchase lunch from the Dilly Deli Food Trailer. Mention YP for a 10% discount. For registration and further information, visit www.seguinchamber.com/events/.

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 870-9495003.

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.

Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office Memorial Ceremony

The Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office, in observance of National Nurses’ Week, National Correctional Officer Week, and National Law Enforcement Officer Week, will have a Memorial Ceremony honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to their community. The Memorial Ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, May 18 at 2617 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin.

Young Professionals Margarita Madness Social

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals will have its Margarita Madness Social from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, May 18 at Court Street Coffee, located at 301 N. Austin St. in Seguin.

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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.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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.

My Sister’s Keeper Suicide Prevention & Intervention Zoom

The My Sister’s Keeper of Refuge III Church will offer a Suicide Prevention & Intervention Zoom at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 20. Missionary Nancy Turner, President of Precious Life Suicide Prevention will be providing Biblical advice on Suicide Prevention & Intervention. A Q&A session will be held after the presentation. To join visit www.zoom.us/join and enter Meeting ID: 275 061 3378, or phone 1-346-248-7799 and enter Meeting ID: 275 061 3378##, press # again when prompted for participant ID.

Erase PTSD Now Benefit

There will be an Erase PTSD Now Benefit from 4 to 11 p.m. Saturday, May 20 at The Backyard hosted by URSA Botanicals. There will be three live bands, Cajun on the Geaux Food Truck, local vendors, a silent auction, and a dunking booth with local dignitaries.

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.

Annual Men in Black Memorial Program

The Greater Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church will have its Annual Men in Black Memorial Program at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 21. The guests will be Rev. A. D. Dillard and the First Baptist Church of San Marcos.

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.

Hillcrest Church Youth Garage Sale

The Hillcrest Church Youth will have its Garage Sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 3 at the Hillcrest Church (Gym), located at 1440 Eastwood Dr. in Seguin. Booth space is available for $30. For more information, call 830379-7531.

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 830-305-0472 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.

Seguin Field of Honor

The Seguin Field of Honor will have opening ceremonies at 10 a.m. Saturday, June 10 and closing ceremonies at 10 a.m. June 17 at the Faith Lutheran Church, located at 13

26 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Fag dedications are being accepted for $25 each. Proceeds benefit the American Legion Post 245. For more information, visit www.healingfield.org/event/seguintx23/.

Flag Retirement Ceremony

There will be a Flag Retirement Ceremony at 6:15 p.m. on Flag Day, Wednesday, June 14 at Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. HEB will provide hotdogs and chips (while supplies last) after the ceremony.

Seguin Art League Red, White, Blue Art Show

The Seguin Art League will accept entries from veterans and members for its Red, White, Blue Art Show from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, June 17 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The show will hang through Saturday, July 15. A prospectus can be found online at www.seguinartleague.com. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

July

After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 1 at the Den Restaurant, located at 484 Bluebonnet Drive in La Vernia. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

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.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

TLU Nursing Fair 2023

The Texas Lutheran University Service Learning & Career Development will have its Nursing Fair 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, June 21 at the New Braunfels Campus. Register on Handshake. For more information, email pgentry@tlu.edu.

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 830237-3544. 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 830-303-4188 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 830-3725980.

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 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 830-3036478.

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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NOTICE

NOTICE TO CREDITORS: Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Ronald Joseph Ahr, Deceased, were issued on May 4, 2023, in Cause No. 2023-PC-0116, pending in the County Court of Guadalupe County, Texas, to: Debbie Lynn Ahr. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o Frank B. Suhr, Attorney at Law, 473 South Seguin Avenue, Ste 100, New Braunfels, Texas 78130 - Dated the 4th day of May, 2023

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