SDN: May 29, 2024

May 29, 2024

Schoolcraft unseats Kuempel in state race

Incumbent unable to secure GOP nomination

(Seguin) --Longtime State Representative John Kuempel will not be returning to Austin next year. Kuempel, who has served the District 44 Texas House since 2010, lost his bid for the Republican nomination during Tuesday’s Republican Primary Runoff Election. Newcomer Alan Schoolcraft managed to defeat Kuempel after garnering the most votes in the district that includes both Guadalupe and Gonzales Counties.

Schoolcraft, received 8,898 of the votes cast while Kuempel trailed behind with 7,129 votes.

Schoolcraft declared victory even before the final box of votes was in -- unseating Kuempel near the end of his 7th term.

Schoolcraft says he is amazed by the overwhelming support that he has been shown and is looking forward to finishing the final leg of this race come November.

“My first thought is to thank John Kuempel, and the entire Kuempel family for the 40 years of service to the community, which is a tremendous service that I respect. Now, moving on, I’m just thankful for the opportunity the voters are giving me and I

look forward to winning in November and then going to Austin to represent Guadalupe and Gonzales Counties,” said Schoolcraft.

Schoolcraft, who previously served in the legislature in the late 80s and early 90s, earned the early endorsements of President Trump, Senator Cruz and Governor Abbott due to what he says are his conservative credentials and staunch support for school choice.

“I am grateful to the voters of HD44 and for the support I’ve received from countless conservative champions and state leaders including President Donald Trump, Governor Greg Abbott, and Senator Ted Cruz.

Schoolcraft, pg. 3

Ott defeats Engelke for GOP nomination for Guadalupe County Commissioner

(Seguin) -- The seat of retiring Guadalupe County Commissioner Greg Seidenberger is one step closer to being filled.

Jacqueline "Jackie" Ott has picked up the Republican nomination in the race for Pct. 1 county commissioner. Ott defeated challenger Dustin Engelke during Tuesday's Republican Primary Runoff Race.

Ott, who led the race the entire night, received 2,751 of the votes cast while Engelke received 2,095 votes.

On top of being

excited, Ott is thankful and humbled to have picked up the Republican nomination and appreciates all those who showed up to the polls. "I’m so excited. I’m so grateful to everyone that helped me. I could not have done it without all the help of so many wonderful people. I’m so happy to be in this spot. I want to congratulate Dustin Engelke. I know he worked really hard and everyone that ran in this race –– Clint Taft, Bryan Underwood, James Ransdell –– everyone worked so hard Ott, pg. 3

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Imagine the Possibilities Tour set for Thursday

Special by Kyle Kramm, Main Street & CVB director

(Seguin) -- As part of Seguin's celebration of the National Preservation Month, the Seguin Main Street Program will be hosting an Imagine the Possibilities Tour on May 30 at 9 a.m.

The tour, hosted in partnership with the Texas Historical Commission's Texas Main Street Program, will feature property tours of vacant downtown properties and an upstairs loft currently being rehabilitated. The goal of the tour is to help investors, real estate professionals, prospective businesses, and the general public to see available properties and start to dream about the possible businesses that could locate inside these vacant spaces.

“This statewide event began in 2017 with the launch of DowntownTX.org to promote the site and connect available historic properties with interested new stewards. The concentrated statewide effort creates synergy and excitement for Texas' historic downtowns, allows participants special access to spaces, and provides insider information from experienced downtown professionals,” reads the Texas Historical Commission's web site, “Every tour is different, as cities put their own spin on their events; some choose to focus on lease spaces to attract new businesses, while others may showcase long-vacant buildings ripe for redevelopment using the preservation tax credit programs.”

The tour will start at 9 a.m. at the Seguin Visitor Center at 200 South Austin Street. The attendees will walk together to visit the properties on the tour where you will be able to look around the sites, take photos, and learn more about the properties. Information on available incentives and downtown development rules will also be provided. The tour should end close to noon.

While the tour is intended for those in the real estate profession, all are welcome to attend. We do ask that you RSVP at <https://forms.office.com/r/5gf9tgvyj8>

Road closures continue this week in Seguin

TxDOT advises safety around construction crews

(Seguin) -- TxDOT is reminding you about some changes this week along I-10.

TxDOT officials say through this Friday, the 1-10 westbound shoulder will be closed during the day between State Highway 46 and FM 464.

The road will be closed so contractors can perform work.

Meanwhile as construction continues to grow around Seguin and Guadalupe County, the Texas Department of Transportation is reminding drivers to be extra careful especially around these work zones.

TxDOT officials say Texas has more than 1,900 active work zones

across the state. In 2023, there were more than 26,000 traffic crashes in these work zones, a 3 percent increase over the previous year.

Of the 190 people killed in these crashes, 77 percent were drivers or their passengers.

In the Austin area last year alone, there were 1,739 traffic crashes in work zones, resulting in 23 fatalities and 67 serious injuries.

With all of this in mind,

TxDOT has again launching its statewide "Be Safe. Drive Smart" work zone safety campaign.

TxDOT is urging drivers to slow down, stay alert and heed signage in construction and maintenance areas.

Navarro ISD names new assistant superintendent

(Geronimo) – The Navarro ISD welcomes another top leadership position to its administrative team. The school district is introducing Dr. David Kauffman, the assistant superintendent of human resources and school leadership for Navarro ISD.

With 11 years of successful campus experience as a principal, school district officials say Dr. Kauffman has a proven track record of raising student achievement, improving campus TEA accountability ratings, and fostering innovation. Plus, they say he has also supervised campus principals, managed targeted improvement plans, and led a district Multilingual Education Team in Austin ISD, significantly enhancing outcomes for over 20,000 emergent bilingual students.

Navarro ISD Superintendent Mandy Epley says to accommodate the district’s overall needs, the district has redefined and merged responsibilities into this new position.

"We have taken the current director of human resources position and added some additional duties related to school leadership and supporting our principals as we grow. He is coming to us with a vast expeirence as a principal himself. He studied recruitment and retention procedures, polices and straetgies and we think for a growing district such Navarro, he is going to bring

some wonderful skills and expertise so I look forward to partnering with him and continuing to see our leaders grow at hte campus level and continuing to recruit the highest quality educators and staff to the Navarro family," said Epley.

Dr. Kauffman’s expertise extends to preparing future principals through his work with UT-Austin’s Texas Principal Leadership Academy and conducting research on teacher recruitment and retention at Harvard University. He is also fluent in Spanish and German and has developed language acquisition programs in various districts.

Known for his strong relationships and effective communication with stakeholders, district officials add that Dr. Kauffman also brings valuable experience in employee relations. They say his deep understanding of policy, governance, and

Schoolcraft, continued.

There is nothing more important tonight than the future of conservative values for our district and for Texas. I am looking forward to rolling up my sleeves and getting to work for the people of this district on closing the border, empowering parents, and protecting family values,” said Schoolcraft.

Although the results are clearly not what he had hoped for, Kuempel extends congratulations to Schoolcraft and says he remains appreciative for the years that he has been able to serve his constituents.

“From the bottom of our hearts, Michelle and I are so grateful for the privilege of representing Gonzales, Guadalupe and Wilson counties over the last fourteen years and beyond that for serving our neighbors for the last forty one years as a Kuempel family. We congratulate Mr. Schoolcraft on his victory and wish him the best,” said Kuempel.

Schoolcraft now goes on to face Eric Norman, who ran unopposed in the Democrat primary. The two will go head to head in the November 5 General Election.

Ott, continued.

and I’m so happy to be here, just very grateful for everybody that helped me along the way. I certainly could not have done it without my friends, my family. I’m grateful to God, of course," said Ott.

Ott says her work is only half way done as she looks forward to securing the seat this November.

"We're going to work hard. I want to win. I want this position. We need to make sure we keep Guadalupe County red and I intend to work very hard at that," added Ott.

As of late Tuesday, Engelke was unavailable for comment.

Ott's campaign now shifts to Democratic challenger Nahomie Alanis. Also appearing on the November 5 ballot will be Libertarian candidate Nolan Schmidt.

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Dr. David Kauffman

Seguin boys force play-in game; Marion

Five Bulldogs Named to CSC Academic All-District Team

SEGUIN, Texas -- Texas Lutheran’s Kylee Jack (Richwood/Brazoswood), Annie Kay (Sinton/Sinton), Linzee Leal (Corpus Christi/ Mary Carroll), Sydney Ouellette (Corpus Christi/Gregory-Portland), and Ashlyn Strother (Seabrook/Clear Falls) have all been named Academic All-District selections, the College Sports Communicators (CSC), formerly known as CoSIDA, announced on Tuesday.

The Bulldog quintet now advances to the CSC Academic All-American ballot, with first-, second-, and third-team Academic All-America honorees announced on June 18.

The five selections matches the 2021 squad - that also featured Ouellette and Strother - for the most in program history.

Jack earned All-SCAC honors for the first time in her career, earning First Team AllSCAC and NFCA All-West Region second team honors in 2024 as the junior utility led the SCAC in home runs (7) and finished second in the SCAC in RBIs (39) and fifth in batting average (.423). Jack is a Kinesiology & Psychology double major.

Annie Kay earns All-District honors for the first time in her career following a breakout sophomore season that also saw her named All-

SCAC First Team and NFCA All-West Region Second Team. Kay finished second on the team in runs scored (33) and third in stolen bases (37) and hits (37). Kay is a Business major.

Leal repeats as a CSC Academic AllDistrict honoree as the All-SCAC First Team shortstop ranked second on the club with 39 stolen bases and fourth on the team with 25 runs scored in 44 games for the Bulldogs. Leal is a Kinesiology major with a focus in Sports Management.

Ouellette earns Academic All-District honors for the fourth time in her career as the right-hander went 8-3 in the circle, posting a 2.13 ERA and three shutouts. In 79 innings, she racked up 25 strikeouts. Ouellette, who sports a perfect 4.0 GPA, is majoring in Business Administration with an Accounting focusbecoming the first two-time SCAC Softball Elite 19 winner in conference history.

Strother earned SCAC Pitcher of the Year honors for a record fourth consecutive season as the right-hander went 19-1 in the circle and posted a 0.95 ERA and eight shutouts - leading the conference in wins, ERA, strikeouts, and shutouts. Her 0.95 ERA ranks seventh nationally and she ranks eighth nationally in shutouts. In

118.1 innings, she racked up 131 strikeouts. Another repeat Academic All-District honoree, Strother is majoring in Business Administration with an Accounting focus.

To qualify for the honor, student-athletes must have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.50, be a sophomore academically and have a year-in-residence at their current school and have appeared in at least 50 percent of the team’s contests.

The 2023-24 Academic All-District® Softball Teams, selected by College Sports Communicators, recognize the nation’s top student-athletes for their combined performances on the diamond and in the classroom.

The CSC Academic All-District selections can be viewed in full here.

For more information on Texas Lutheran softball, follow the Bulldogs on Facebook (@ txlutheransoftball), Twitter (@TLUsoftball), and Instagram (@tlu_softball) and as always you can find updates on all Texas Lutheran athletics on tlubulldogs.com and all official TLU social media channels (@tluathletics on Twitter, @ tlu_athletics on Instagram and TikTok, and @ tlubulldogs on Facebook).

Bryce Hayes - TLU Sports Information & Sports Marketing

Bloch

Seguin and the surrounding communities mourn the loss of Dennis Arno Bloch, who passed away in San Antonio on May 21, 2024. He was born on June 1, 1948, in Seguin, Texas,

To honor Dennis’s memory, a visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Goetz Funeral Home located at 713 N Austin St., Seguin, TX 78155. The event will be an opportunity for family members and friends to pay their respects and share cherished memories of a life well lived.

In remembrance of Dennis’s life the family asks those who wish to and can make a donation to the Veteran’s Relief Fund C/O McQueeney VFW Post 9213, 275 Gallagher Rd, McQueeney, TX 78123.

Julia Loera Medina went to be with our Lord on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the age of 83. Julia was born January 28, 1941, to Edwardo and Angelita Medina in Seguin, Texas.

She was preceded in death by her parents Edwardo and Angelita Medina, brothers, Frank Medina, Raymond Medina, Vicente Medina, and sisters, Mary Lou Medina, Margie Medina, Anita Medina, Catarina Garza and Dominga Medina Gonzales.

She is survived by brother, Jesse

Villarreal

Medina and sister, Patsy Medina, and numerous nieces and nephews, and extended family and friends.

Visitation will be held at Goetz Funeral Home on Monday, May 27, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The recitation of the Holy Rosary will begin at 7:00 p.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church Interment will follow at San Geronimo Cemetery.

The family would like to extend a special thanks to the Guadalupe Regional Hospital and Hospice Staff for their love, compassion, and dedication to Julia.

Serving as Pallbearers will be Andrew Ontiveros, Justin Ontiveros, Jayden Ontiveros, David Rodriguez, Joe Ryan Nieto, and Michael Gonzales.

Anna Marie Gonzalez Villarreal died May 20,2024 at the age of 63. She was preceded in death by her father,Jose Villarreal and is survived by 5 sons, 2 sisters and 1brother, and her mother,Tomasa Gonzalez. Private funeral services were held at Eunice and Lee Mortuary, Tuesday, May 28th. Services entrusted to the reverent care of Eunice and Lee Mortuary.

Medina

VITAL STATISTICS

Leal

Esperanza “Hope” E. Leal, age 86 of Seguin, passed away on May 21, 2024. She was born on March 20, 1938 in Coahuila, Mexico to Elisa (Gutierrez) and Armando R. Espinoza. Hope and her husband Richard were founding families at St. Dominic Catholic Church in San Antonio, Texas. In 1976 they received the Archbishop Francis J. Furey Medal for exceptional service to the Catholic Church and to the community, and for exemplifying good Christian conduct in personal life.

Hope is preceded in death by her sons, Richard A. Leal and Ray A. Leal, her parents and her brothers, Armando Espinoza and Hector Espinoza.

Survivors include her loving husband of 66 years, Richard A. Leal;

children, Sandra Campbell and husband Mark, Hector Leal and wife Jen, and Michael Leal and wife Peggy; daughter-in-law, Linda Leal; former daughterin-law, Helena Geisinger; siblings, Erie Martinez, Nina Nieto and husband Robert, Joe Espinoza and wife Elvira, Estella Espinoza, and Elizabeth Valdez and husband Cecil; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Visitation will begin again on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 9 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 9:30 a.m. and the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Graveside services and interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at 2:15 p.m.

Pallbearers will be Christopher Campbell, Remington Leal, John Benckenstein, Patrick Leal, Matthew Leal and Mark Leal.

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

WHO Chief Confident Pandemic Treaty Deal Can Be Reached

(Geneva) -- The head of the World Health Organization says he’s confident a deal can be reached on a so-called pandemic “treaty.” WHO member states have been negotiating for more than two years to create new rules for responding to pandemics. Last week they failed to come to an agreement on a draft deal. In his opening address at the World Health Assembly Monday, the director-general of WHO said, “I know that there remains among you a common will to get this done.” A possible pandemic treatment has seen some resistance, with a truck being seen near the U.N. headquarters in Geneva with a sign that said, “No to the Pandemic Treaty. Stop the UN Power Grab.”

Researchers Find Bird Flu Risk In Raw Milk

(Madison, WI) -- Researchers at the University of Wisconsin say there’s a possible bird flu risk in drinking raw milk. Scientists at UW-Madison say people who drink raw milk from cows that have bird flu are at risk because the pasteurization process that killed the virus does not happen with raw milk. Researchers have found that cows can catch the bird flu, but they say there’s no evidence that regular milk can pass the flu along. Their advice is to heat-up any raw milk in order to kill the bird flu.

L.A. County Warns Of Measles

Case

(Los Angeles, CA) -- Health officials in Los Angeles County are getting the word out about a case of measles in the hopes of keeping it from spreading. Health officials have confirmed that a person who was infected with the highly contagious disease traveled through Los Angeles International Airport on May 19th. The person arrived on a Lufthansa flight at the Tom Bradley International Terminal and was in LAX for five hours before leaving on a flight from Terminal Seven. Those who were seated near the passenger on the flights will be notified but health officials say anyone who might have been at the airport on that day and may be experiencing symptoms of measles should see a doctor immediately.

‘Hoverboard

Dentist’ To Remain Without Dental License

(Anchorage, AK) -- Alaska’s so-called “hoverboard dentist” will remain without a dental license. The Alaska Supreme Court issued a ruling Friday that upholds the Board of Dental Examiners’s decision to revoke the license of 35-year-old Seth Lookhart. Lookhart was convicted in 2020 on 46 counts for defrauding Medicaid and endangering his patients. Court documents say Lookhart needlessly sedated patients and then billed Medicaid for the anesthesia. A video also shows Lookhart riding a hoverboard while pulling a patient’s tooth. A judge sentenced Lookhart to 20 years in prison with eight years suspended.

Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program

The City of Seguin is now accepting applications for the Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to a 75 percent matching grant, with a maximum grant awarded to an applicant not to exceed $10,000. Improvements and other expenditures eligible under the Seguin BIG Program include facade improvements, sign improvements, site improvements, and other real property improvements. Program Guidelines and Applications are available online at www.SeguinTexas.gov or at www.SeguinEDC. com. Applications must be submitted through the BIG application portal which can be accessed by visiting: https://bit.ly/seguin-big24 by the close of business on the last day of each month. For more information, visit www. SeguinEDC.com, or call 830-401-2476.

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 830401-2422 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 830-401-2422 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 830-4012422 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.

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.

Poverty Simulation

Rethink poverty and expand your understanding of poverty with CCSCT and TLU Nursing during their interactive Poverty Simulation from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 at the Seguin Coliseum. Lunch will be provided. RSVP at www.ccsctpovertysim.rsvpify.com.

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 830401-2422 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, lo-

cated at the Aumont at 301 N. Austin St. in Seguin.

Seguin Construction Trades Booster Club Inauguration of Founding Members

The Seguin Construction Trades Booster Club will have its Inauguration of Founding Members from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 at Sips & Gulps.

Regional Job Fair

The Schertz Economic Development Corporation, the Cibolo Economic Development Corporation, the Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, and the Seguin Economic Development Corporation will host a Regional Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 30 at 1400 Schertz Pkwy in Schertz. The event will feature over 60 employers from Schertz, Cibolo, New Braunfels, and Seguin. For more information, visit www.info.seguinedc.com/inforegionaljobfair-5-30-24.

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.

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.

June

Nominations for Rising Stars of Guadalupe County

Nominations are open until Saturday, June 1 for The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Rising Stars of Guadalupe County. For applications and more information, call 830-379-6382.

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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.

United

Women in Faith Ladies Tea

The Wesley-Harper United Methodist Church United Women in Faith will have a Ladies Tea from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 1 in Karrick Hall of First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. RSVP by Saturday, May 25 to 210-365-9627.

Making Your Grief Count

Program

The Emanuel’s Bereavement Care Ministry will present, Making Your Grief Count, a three-week program for those who have experienced loss, from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sunday, June 2, and Sunday, June 9 in the Emanuel’s Family Life Center, located at 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin. The program will be facilitated by Pastor Darwin Huartson. Participants will learn about healthy coping tools and a path to healing in a supportive environment. For more information email Donna@elcseguin. org or call 830-556-3542.

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 830-3058829.

Chamber Championship Golf Tournament Postponed

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce has

postponed its Chamber Championship Golf Tournament from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, June 3 to Monday, Oct. 7 at The Bandit Golf Course. To register, visit www.seguinchamber. com. For more information, call 830-379-6382 or email cofc@seguinchamber.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.

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 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 830-305-0472.

Texas A&M Chemistry Roadshow

This summer, GVEC and the City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department is bringing back the Texas A&M Chemistry Roadshow at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 4 at the Seguin Coliseum. The target audience is 3rd grade through 12th grade plus adult learners. For more information, visit www.chem.tamu.edu/ roadshow/ or email Kasie Tankersley at ktandersley@gvec.org.

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 San-

chez. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.

Military Appreciation Chamber Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Military Appreciation Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 5 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost of the meal is $20 for member in advance or $25 for non-members and late registration.

Pecan Valley Communicators

The Pecan Valley Communicators, a community club dedicated to helping members become better speakers and leaders, will meet at 6:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. The annual dues are $24.

Caregiver Cafe

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

Parkinson’s Support Group

The Gonzales Area Parkinson’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. the 1st Thursday of each month in the Fellowship Hall at the Presbyterian Church, located at 414 St. Louis St. in Gonzales. For more information visit lonestarparkinsonsociety.com or email gapsg23@gmail.com.

First Friday Feast

The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 7 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The June entertainment will be provided by Madelyn Abrameit and the Beneficiary will be the Children’s Advocacy Center.

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Habitat for Humanity Home Dedication

The Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio & Guadalupe Valley will have Home Dedication for Dalia Acosta at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 8 at 724 E. Walnut St. in Seguin

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

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

Geronimo VFW Jam Session

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

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, June 11 at St. John Lutheran Church, located at FM 465 in Marion. The presenter will be David Will continuing his series on “Saving Our Prairies. Part 2 will be on “Saving Our Native Grasses.” For more information, visit www.npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.

Molly Hatchet/Knotty Grove at the Brauntex Midales Entertainment will present Southern rock legendary band, Molly Hatchet with special guests Knotty Grove from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15 at the Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre, located at 290 W. San Antonio St. in New Braunfels. Tickets and more information are available at www.brauntex.org or call 830-6270808.

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.

Heart to Heart Grief Support Group

There will be a Heart to Heart Caregiver Support Group from 4 to 5 p.m. the third Tuesday of every month at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information, call 512-667-6816 or 512-557-7185 or email tberger@htohh.com.

Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group

The First Presbyterian Church, Seguin is offering a Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 18 at 1121 E. Walnut St. The group is available to assist with questions regarding your rights and benefits available to you and will meet the third Tuesday of the month. For questions or more information, call 830-3795421. If there is no answer, leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as they receive the message.

Activities Fair for Veterans

There will be an Activities Fair for Veterans from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 20 at the Veterans Outreach Center, located at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-3034188, ext. 1249.

Fourth of July Parade Application Deadline

The City of Seguin Main Street Program is accepting applications for the Fourth of July Parade until Friday, June 21. Applications are available at the Seguin Visitor Center, located at 200 S. Austin St. or online at www.seguintexas.gov/ fourthofjuly.

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.

Mosaic Garden Stepping Stones Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Mosaic Garden Stepping Stones Class from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 21 and continuing on Saturday, June 22 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Instructor, Karen Roberson, will give an introduction to basic mosaic and participants will learn to cut tile, affix a design, and finish with grout. The class is for ages 14 and older. The cost is $50 and participants should bring their own stepping stone. Call 830-305-0472 for size and more information.

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

First Friday Feast

The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, July 5 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The June entertainment will be provided by the Brushy Creek Boys and the Beneficiary will be Kidsight.

Basic Mediation Training

The Central Texas Dispute resolution Center will offer its Basic Mediation Training on Thursday, July 11 through Saturday, July 13 and Thursday, July 18 through Saturday, July 20 via Zoom. To register online, visit www.centexdrc.org or email csheppard@cemtexdrc.org.

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.

AP and Advanced Art Workshops

The Seguin Art League will offer AP and Advanced Art Workshops from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24 and Thursday, July 25 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The workshops will be taught by certified art teachers and will provide real solutions and strategies for a successful portfolio with creative art concepts and lessons in order to provide a jumpstart for the 2024-2025 school year. The cost is $60 a day and supplies are included. Limit 10 students. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

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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

Understand Your Medicare Options Seminars

The GRMC, GHN and the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce’s new Healthcare Advisory Committee will offer free educational seminars on Understand Your Medicare Options at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 18 and at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 20 in the GRMC Upstairs Classroom (Enter Central Entrance Lobby), located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-303-4846.

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 assis -

tance 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 830-3725980.

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 locat -

ed 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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