SDN: July 6, 2023

The highest of civilian honors

Pair of drowning victims receive prestigious medal for heroism

(Seguin) -- Two summers ago, a pair of adults drowned in the Guadalupe River. Today, the heroic efforts of these individuals are being officially recognized with the delivery of the Carnegie Medal, a medal said to be North America’s highest civilian honor for heroism.

The Carnegie Hero Fund Commission awards the Carnegie Medal to individuals from throughout the United States and Canada who risk themselves to an extraordinary degree saving or attempting to save the lives of others.

Those being honored posthumously are Victor

Villanueva and Casandra Joann Kendrick. Both drowned while saving two small children during a June 13, 2021, fishing trip at the Guadalupe River bridge on FM 1117.

Villanueva, a 30-year-old lumberyard worker from New Braunfels had taken his three sons, ages 9, 6, and 5, to fish in the Seguin River. Another group of people on the tiny island that day included Kendrick a 22-year-old retail clerk. While wading, the 9-year-old stepped into water 15 feet deep near an undertow. In an attempt to reach the boy, his brothers also entered deep

water. Villanueva swam to the boy and passed him to another woman who had responded from Kendrick’s party. That woman brought the boy to safety. Kendrick and another woman swam to the younger boys, the other woman using a child’s floatie. While one of the boys held onto the floatie, Kendrick handed the other boy to the other woman, who brought both boys to safety. However before they were able to return to shore, Villanueva and Kendrick submerged and drowned. The boys were unharmed.

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Carnegie Hero Fund President Eric Zahren says both Villanueva and Kendrick are among the 16 individuals to be recognized this quarter. He says from their perspective in operating the commission, this is an exercise in examining humanity and looking at these cases where rescuers risk or lose their lives. He says they assess and recognize their mortal and moral choice that they make at that moment and only that moment alone.

"These two individuals saw that there were other lives in danger of being lost and without hesitation, they acted and they acted in a way that they put themselves in peril. So, in this case, it's not always the case, it's the same peril affecting the victim but in this case it was. There were children that were drowning. Their lives were at risk and these two individuals Mr. Villanueva and Ms. Kendrick immediately acted to put themselves at equal peril of the victims and in so doing (it), they put the victims' lives at equal importance to their own and that's that mortal choice and moral choice and in this case, it cost both of these individuals their own lives to save the young children and those young children will now hopefully live full lives but they will now live on but only because of the sacrifice of these two individuals," said Zahren.

It was in 1904 when Andrew Carnegie first wrote in the opening lines of the commission’s founding deed of trust, “We live in a heroic age. Not seldom are we thrilled by deeds of heroism where men or women are injured or lose their lives in attempting to preserve or rescue their fellows.”

To better explain the elite honor of receiving this award, it should be noted that to date, more than 10,000 medals have been awarded. That’s 10,000 recipients selected from more than 100,000 nominees over the past 119 years.

Zahren says of those 10,000 medals, only 20 percent of those medals have been awarded posthumously just as they will be for Villanueva and Kendrick.

"In the case of these two individuals, they made the ultimate sacrifice and a verse from the Gospel of John

appears on the back of every Carnegie Medal we've all heard it many times before but it states that "there is 'no greater love than to lay down a life for a friend." In these cases and all posthumous cases where a Carnegie Medal is awarded -- these heroes have taken it one step further and in many cases have acted on behalf of a stranger," said Zahren.

Zahren says the prestigious recognition comes with a medal for heroism and also a small financial grant – both will be given in this case to the next of kin. He says the medal in their view is priceless. He says it’s never been about money or a financial grant. He says it was very important to Carnegie that neither the hero nor a dependent of the hero would suffer as a result from that split-second decision by the hero to put their life at risk.

"We do three essential things. We recognize heroism, civilian heroes in the U.S. and Canada. We support those heroes and their dependents but that as importantly, we also tell these stories because it was important to our founder Andrew Carnegie and it remains very important to us till this day that these stories are told, others hear these stories, and that it may compel within others in our society to look at each other differently, to maybe act themselves in a slightly different way toward their fellow human beings and by virtue of that domino effect, if you will, change society for the better and that was Carnegie's lofty goal for the commission. It's individual focused but it really has and continues to have wider implications and goals that we continue to practice and work toward," said Zahren.

Kendrick’s father, Lee Estep, says at first, he wasn’t too sure about the organization or what they wanted to do. He says it wasn’t until after a little research that he quickly realized the significance. Meanwhile, having been a complete stranger to this family on that day, Estep says he is not surprised at all by his daughter’s heroic efforts. He says although the medal is not expected to be delivered until a couple of more months, he already has a special place for it and can’t wait to hold it in his hands.

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"The other part I learned, the backside of it, is actually personalized with her name and information and stuff is on the backside of the coin. I've already gotten a little area set up where we've put the things that have been given (to us) because a lot of people have come across (over time) and have given us their condolences," said Lee.

Villanueva’s wife Norma Luna says she too was overwhelmed when she received the news. She says the Carnegie Hero Medal only solidifies what everyone already knew.

"So many emotions. We all know he was a hero. He is a hero. It brought me a lot of peace, happiness, tears, of course. Just to know that even though he is not with us anymore, he is still being honored in some way and that's never going to go away," said Luna.

Luna says not only is she grateful that her husband is being recognized but that Kendrick is also getting the recognition. She says, after all, it was her three sons that were saved on that day.

"Oh my gosh, yes! I've always expressed this to them -- till this day, you know we still keep in contact but I'm just so so thankful and grateful for her, for her family, for all them because they all had a part of it and just the way that they raised her, the kind of woman she was and how brave she was, I'm so so thankful and grateful to them and I just feel like I owe them so much," said Luna.

Luna says there’s no forgetting that day two years ago. However knowing that her husband and Kendrick will forever be remembered as national heroes, it makes things just a tad bit easier and is forever grateful to the Carnegie

Hero Fund Commission.

"I'm kind of speechless when it comes to it. It's amazing for what they do for families who are going through something we never pictured or would want to go through. It's just an honor for what they do for us and the little bit of peace that they can bring us in these type of situations and the happiness and things just like that. I just think it's amazing of what they do," said Luna.

Out of the 16 recipients being awarded this quarter from the national organization, only four are from Texas.

Bailey Hudgeons Named SCAC Woman of the Year Finalist

SUWANEE, GA -- Texas Lutheran softball’s Bailey Hudgeons (Dripping Springs/Dripping Springs) has been named one of five finalists for the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) Woman of the Year award.

The award recognizes the conference’s senior female student-athlete who has best distinguished herself throughout her collegiate career in the areas of academic achievement, athletic excellence and service and leadership. Past Winners

Member schools were permitted to submit two nominations if at least one of the nominees was a woman of color or international student-athlete.

To be nominated, student-athletes must have completed intercollegiate eligibility in her primary sport by the end of the 2023 spring season, received her undergraduate degree prior to the conclusion of the summer 2023 term and had a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 2.500 (4.000 scale) with the noted exception due to COVID-19 pandemic. A student-athlete who received an extension waiver or a season of competition/participation waiver in her primary sport due to cancellation of a 2020 and/or 2021 athletics season or championship may be nominated for the 2023 Woman of the Year, provided she otherwise satisfies nomination criteria.

Bailey Hudgeons graduated this spring with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications and 3.45 GPA. Hudgeons finished her athletic career with

a season that saw her finish second on the Bulldogs softball team in RBIs with 38 and finish as a SCAC regular season champion for the fourth time in her career. Hudgeons would be named All-SCAC Second Team and would earn a place on the 2023 Marshall Regional All-Tournament Team.

The native of Dripping Springs, Texas, is departing Texas Lutheran as a four-time SCAC regular season champion, three-time SCAC Tournament champion, a four-time SCAC Academic Honor Roll nominee, and a threetime All-SCAC honoree. Hudgeons is a member of a TLU Softball senior class that finished with a career record of 140-21, claiming NCAA RunnerUp in 2021 and a national third place finish in 2022.

Off the field, Hudgeons has been a consistent member of the TLU Dean’s list, recipient of the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) Impact Leader Award in 2023, and the TLU Distinguished Student Leader Award in 2022. Hudgeons served in leadership for NSLS - acting as President from 2021-2023, was a member of the Black and Gold President’s Council, was a Peer Mentor all while participating in community service and being an active member of the TLU Treble Choir during her time as a student at Texas Lutheran.

The 2023 Southern Collegiate Athletic Woman of the Year will be announced on July 12th.

Bryce Hayes - TLU Sports Information & Sports Marketing

Spend life cheering on the Home Team.

Jose Sanchez Perez, age 81 of Seguin, passed away on June 28, 2023.

Jose was born on April 1, 1942, in Alice, Texas to Felicita (Sanchez) and Procopio Perez.

Jose was raised in Alice, Texas, and graduated from Alice High School.

He spent a short stint in the United States Army before graduating from Sam Houston State University in Huntsville, Texas where he received his Bachelor’s Degree in criminology and corrections. Jose and Jane met at First Baptist Church in Houston and were later married on March 27, 1971. He retired from Bexar County/ Attorney General’s Office as an Adult Probation Officer. Jane and Jose were active members of First Baptist Church in Seguin.

Jose is preceded in death by his son Andres Perez, his parents, his brother Julian Perez and wife Terry, and his mother-in-law and father-inlaw, Mildred and Myron Bergquist.

Survivors include his loving wife of 52 years, Jane Bergquist Perez; daughters, Felicia Perez, and Amy Shepperd, and husband Chris, and Naomi Angellford and husband Marcellus; grandchildren, Kiera, Adelynn, Gabbie, Charleston, and Cameron Shepperd, and Boaz and Selah Angellford; brother, Procopio “Coco” Perez, and wife Alicia; sister, Carmen Moreno, and husband Valdo; brothers-in-law, Joe Bergquist and wife Laura, Eric Bergquist and wife Linda and Emil Bergquist and wife Ralene; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members, and many friends.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 6, 2023, at 10 a.m. at First Baptist Church with the Rev. Dr. Brice Mandaville officiating. Interment will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery followed by a gathering at the Church Fellowship Hall. Serving as pallbearers will be his grandchildren.

For those who desire the services may be livestreamed at https://vimeo.com/event/3535169.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 1314 E. Cedar St., Seguin, Texas, 78155, or to the charity of one’s choice.

You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-379-2313.

VITAL STATISTICS

Rakowitz

In 1932, Ewald Justin Rakowitz came into this world at the Rakowitz family farm in New Berlin, Texas. Ewald was preceded in death by his parents & his little sister Irene (Gutz) Kappmeyer.

Ewald leaves behind his loving wife, Lulabelle, his children Clayton Rakowitz & Vicki (Dennis) Collins, the son of his heart Roger (Sandee) Warncke, his grandchildren Adam Poore & Kelly Poore, his sister Helen (Rakowitz) Lynch, brother-inlaw Gary Kappmeyer plus countless nieces & nephews, friends, and family.

A visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at Finch Funeral Chapel- La Vernia, and the Rosary will be recited 6:00 p.m. that same evening at the funeral home.

Funeral Mass, Thursday, July 6, 2023 - 10:00 a.m.

St. Ann Catholic Church La Vernia, TX

Father Johnson Le will officiate the Funeral Mass. Interment will follow at Christ Lutheran of Elm Creek Cemetery near Seguin, TX with military honors.

Pallbearers: Adam Poore, Christopher Kappmeyer, Clay Fohn, Donald Doege, Matthew Kappmeyer, & Roger Warncke

Honorary Pallbearers: Dilley Seelk & Edward Doege

Online guestbook may be signed at www.finchfuneralchapels.com

Maierhofer Saenz

Edward “Pete” Lee Maierhofer passed away on July 3, 2023, at the age of 73 at his home. He was preceded in death by his father, Willie Edward Maierhofer Jr. and his mother Ruby Ella Shrank Maierhofer, and his half-brother Earl Maierhofer.

He is survived by his family, including his wife Marie Maierhofer; son Wade Maierhofer (wife Kara); daughter Wendy Garcia Jacobs; grandchildren Grayson Maierhofer, Ella Maierhofer, Tristan Garcia, Cameron Jacobs, and Kennedy Jacobs; sisters Cain Maierhofer Wyatt (husband Wayne) and Brenda Maierhofer; along with many other loving family and friends.

He was born in a small private hospital, his official name was Edward Lee Maierhofer and his dad said, “That is my little Pete”.

Elm Creek School was a small country school that only had eight grades before the students went on to Seguin High School. Pete graduated from eighth grade in 1963. This was the last year before the Elm Creek School was closed. Willie Maierhofer, Pete’s dad, played a significant part in closing the school as many kids dropped out after the 8th-grade graduation as they were not socially accepted by the Seguin students.

Pete was involved in many sports and enjoyed watching all sports. In his younger years, he was a setter for a Seguin men’s volleyball team where despite his shorter stature he was named all-tournament. He played many years of softball for the D&D team in his youth and the over 40 years old teams. Pete coached Wade and many young men in baseball for years. The team members gave him a signed baseball for his many years of Coaching.

Willie, Pete’s dad, passed away when he was a senior, which left Pete to help his mom (Ruby) raise his two sisters (Cain and Brenda) and became a responsible adult. Two days after graduation from Seguin High School, he went to work at the highway department. He also took over all his dad’s farming responsibilities that same year. He spent 30-plus years before he retired and then went back for a year to help train others in his previous job.

He was not a deer hunter but enjoyed the Wilke’s Party House which had deer hunter food and fun playing cards. All his card-playing buddies think he was the luckiest card player as he brought home his winnings all the time.

In 1995, he opened the New Berlin General Feed Store providing the area with feed, hay, and other farm products. This gave him a chance to do what he loved most, connecting with other farmers. He worked all day at the highway department and then went to work at the store.

Pete and his son Wade also have a custom hay baling service producing round and square bales for their many head of cattle.

The grandkids always gave him a hard time about his flip phone and his truck with handheld roll-down windows. No one tried to get in his truck or tractor as he always had his guard dogs with him.

His favorite gift was the freedom to watch every sport available on tv, one of the only things that kept him out of the field. He was a season ticket holder for the Seguin Matadors Football games and supported all Texas sports his entire life.

He loved spending time with his wife, friends, cows, kids, and grandchildren. This is who he was. As everyone was heading into the house for Pastor Paul to do a prayer for the family after his death, the cows at the fence by the house said “Moo” and then never made another sound.

The funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 8, 2023, at Christ Lutheran Church of Elm Creek followed by the interment immediately following at the Christ Lutheran Church of Elm Creek Cemetery. All friends and family are invited to attend the reception that will follow the interment at the church hall.

In lieu of flowers donations can be made to the New Berlin Fire Department, 8730 FM 775, Seguin, TX 78155, or a charity of your choice.

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

Angelina Luna Saenz was called home to the Lord on Monday June 26, 2023 at the age of 82. She was born on July 14, 1940 to Nicholas & Teresa M. Luna.

Angelina’s passion was working on her yard and taking care of numerous plants, but her main passion was caring for her family. In her earlier days, she loved to dance and continued to dance in the kitchen with her children. She had a funny sense of humor singing along to all types of music with us in the car, we will definitely miss those times. She had the biggest, kind, patient, committed, peaceful loveable heart and everyone she would meet fell in love with her. She left behind the most cherished memories. Life will just not be the same without her in our homes. She instilled in us to have faith in God in our lives and to not worry or be upset about anything just “Give It to God”, He will take care of everything. We could talk to her about difficult times in our lives and just looking at her, somehow, we felt that everything would be okay. She just had that special way about her.

She worked at Tyson, formerly known as Holly Farms for many years, retiring at the age of 63 to care for her mother. Our Mother was the most AMAZING person, and we will miss her so very much! Yes, mom you and daddy will now be amazing angels that will always be in our hearts.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Eusebio J. Saenz Sr.

Left to cherish her memory are her children, Esther S. Young and husband Joe A. Young III, Yolanda Saenz, Eusebio J. Saenz Jr.; grandchildren, Joe Anthony A. Young IV, Samuel Ryan Young, Luis Joseph Ramon Jr. “Lou” and Eusebio Caiden Saenz III; 7 great grandchildren; brothers, Juan Luna and wife Augustina Luna, Jesse Luna and wife Alicia Luna, Enrique Luna and wife Carmen Luna and Luis M. Gomez. She is further survived by numerous nieces, nephews and extended family and friends.

Visitation will be at Palmer Mortuary on Friday, July 7, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Rosary will be recited at 7:00 p.m.

Visitation will continue on Saturday, July 8, 2023 starting at 8:00 a.m. A funeral procession will depart at 9:30 a.m. to Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church where mass will be offered at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at San Geronimo 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.

Clifton “Buddy” Roland Nagel passed away on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in Seguin, Texas, at the age of 73. Buddy had numerous health issues in his life’s journey, but he accepted them all with a positive, strong, and humorous attitude. Stage 4 colorectal cancer was his last challenge in life, and he did as he always did, managed it with incredible strength, courage, and humor. Cancer never got the best of him. He lived his life to the fullest every day.

Buddy was born on January 25, 1950, in Seguin, to Roland and Viola (Naumann) Nagel, given the name Clifton to honor his dad’s brother. During Buddy’s childhood, he lived in Alaska, Colorado, New York, and Florida, while his dad served in the U.S. Air Force. Seguin was always his family’s home base so after his father retired from the military, the family returned to Seguin, where Buddy graduated from Seguin High School, Class of 1968.

Like his father, Buddy was good with his hands. He had such big, strong hands. There wasn’t much that he couldn’t build or repair with those hands. He was a skilled carpenter and artisan with a keen sense of understanding about how things worked. He was always willing to take the time to offer advice and assistance on house repairs, mechanical issues and more. He used these talents for the good of the community too. You can see and appreciate his work at The Seguin Guadalupe County Heritage Museum, the First Church, the Calaboose, Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, The Guadalupe County Humane Society, The Woods Homestead, and many other locations around town.

Buddy’s knowledge and curiosity extended to many areas over the years. While living in Austin, Buddy worked in the construction field, building homes, and becoming a demolition expert. He created his own company, Nagel Construction, and took on historical home projects that extended into the Alamo Heights area. He studied Feng Shui in California and became a Feng Shui Master and advised clients in the best way to set up their homes. He was very involved in the Austin music scene as a Roadie for The Lotions and the Sound Manager for I-Tex and The Flamingo Cantina on 6th Street in Austin. He was a Master Scuba Diver and moved to Cozumel, teaching scuba diving to the many tourists who visited there. This also opened his passion for underwater photography. One summer he even traveled the country with a carnival based out of Chicago, setting up and breaking down the large rides. He built his own unique two-story home in Johnson City on the Pedernales River. He was a Master Gardener and enjoyed landscaping and plants wherever he lived. He loved animals of all kinds, traveling anywhere and everywhere, was a great cook and had an extensive collection of miniature trains.

Buddy was always friendly with a great sense of humor. He had fun teasing and joking with everyone he met but especially with his beloved family, friends, doctors, nurses, and crew members. He had a curiosity about life and people that was contagious to anyone who was with him. He was a dreamer, an artist and a visionary.

In 2002, he reunited with the love of his life from his past, Jane Donegan, after being apart for almost 25 years. Buddy moved back to Seguin at that time to be with Jane and they were together until his passing. They were life partners and best friends for a total of 29 years.

Buddy was preceded in death by his parents and his brother-in-law, Edward Sagebiel. He is survived by his love, Jane Donegan, three sisters, Ruth Sagebiel, Joan Nagel (husband, Tracy Weinberg) and Susan Nagel and his aunt Georgia Lee Naumann, as well as numerous cousins, nieces, nephews and many, many friends.

Very special thank yous go to Larry Davis, Gail Parsons, Shantiel and Jr. Pardo, Elara Caring Hospice Care, each of Buddy’s doctors and nurses and the medical staffs at GRMC, Texas Oncology, MD Anderson, Ritchie Limb and Brace, Advanced Home Health Services and Remarkable Healthcare. Thank you for taking this final journey with us and for making it easier and with more love, comfort and kindness than we could have ever imagined.

A celebration of Buddy’s life will be held on Sunday, July 9th at 2:00 p.m. at the Seguin Guadalupe County Heritage Museum, 114 North River Street, Seguin, TX. Family and friends are invited and encouraged to join us and share their stories and their memories of Buddy.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Guadalupe County Humane Society, P. O. Box 1593, Seguin, TX 78156, the Seguin Conservation Society, P. O. Box 245, Seguin, TX 78156, or the Seguin Guadalupe County Heritage Museum, 114 North River Street, Seguin, TX 78155. These organizations were dear to Buddy’s heart.

Ohio Gov Asks Biden For Disaster Declaration Over Train Derailment

(East Palestine, OH) -- Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is asking President Biden to issue a major disaster declaration over the train derailment in East Palestine earlier this year. Monday was the deadline that FEMA set for the DeWine to make the request. In a statement, the governor said the declaration is needed to ensure that the state and federal government use “all resources available to step in and provide the community with needed assistance.” EPA and FEMA officials have been on the ground in East Palestine since the February Norfolk Southern derailment that sent toxic chemicals into the air.

Americans Gain Weight Because Of Stress

(Undated) -- Nearly half of Americans have gained around 17 pounds because of stress and believe they’ll never feel stress-free again. A study conducted by OnePoll found most are often worried about either their general health, the amount of money they make or their job. They also shared how stress affects their day-to-day life, with 57 percent of folks over 30 saying they feel stress more frequently now than they did five years ago. Close to 50 percent said they live an unhealthier life as a result of that stress. On average, people say they experience feelings of stress three days per week. Medical experts say emotional or ‘stress’ eating can cause unwanted weight gain as we turn to food for comfort without thinking about just how much we’re consuming.

NYC Health And Hospital Nurses Demand Fair Contract

(New York, NY) -- New York City Health and Hospital nurses are demanding a fair contract. Nurses at New York City’s eleven public hospitals have spent months fighting for pay parity with nurses working at the city’s private hospitals. Nurses at private hospitals went on strike earlier this year and settled their terms, but nurses at public hospitals are forbidden from striking because they’re state employees. Public sector nurses are mostly Black and brown women, and they call it a fight for health equity and racial justice.

Bobcat That Attacked Youth Camp Had Rabies

(Lyme, CT) -- A bobcat that attacked a youth camp leader and two adults in Connecticut was infected with rabies. The youth leader and the two adults were able to kill the bobcat after it attacked last Friday at Selden Neck State Park in Lyme, east of New Haven. The remains were taken to a state lab for testing, and officials confirmed yesterday that the bobcat had rabies. Officials say bobcats usually avoid human contact, and when unprovoked attacks like this happen it usually involves rabies.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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.

Glenn Cernosek Watercolor Workshop

The Seguin Art League will offer a handson workshop for adult beginners or intermediate water colorists from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursday, July 6 and Friday, July 7 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn techniques that will make your paintings better, easier, and more fun to paint. The cost is $205, supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

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 830251-2080.

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 830386-0334.

Mariachi Summer Spectacular Concert

There will be a Mariachi Summer Spectacular Concert, Featuring Mariachi Matador and Mariachi Jalisciense, at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, July 8 at the Seguin High School Performing Arts Center. Come Support Mariachi Matador as they head to workshops and competition in Albuquerque, New Mexico at the Mariachi Spectacular July 14-17. Tickets are $10 each.

Geronimo VFW Dance

The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will have a dance, with Bob Appel Band, from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 9 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.

La Trinidad UMC Vacation Bible School

La Trinidad UMC will have its VBS – Hero Hotline, for ages 5 to 12 years, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. from Monday, July 10 to Thursday, July 13. Dinner will be served every night. For more information call 830.379.1991.

Join the Seguin Education Foundation Board

The Seguin Education Foundation (SEF) is seeking dedicated individuals for its board of directors. As a nonprofit committed to supporting students and teachers in Seguin Independent School District (SISD), your involvement can make a difference. SEF’s board seats are highly coveted, with diverse professionals from various sectors coming together to shape a better school district and community. Directors not only raise funds but actively distribute resources, welcome new teachers, award grants, and honor exemplary students and educators. Apply at www.tinyurl.com/2sx2hfeb, or contact Kelly Donegan Follis, at follis@seguin.k12.tx.us or 830-372-0325. The deadline to apply is Friday, July 14.

“Printmaking in the Natural World” Workshop

The Seguin Art League will offer a “Printmaking the Natural World” Workshop from 10 a.m. to noon Tuesday, July 11 through Friday, July 14 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will get an introduction to linear design through carving a block such as the Old Master and Albrecht Durer. The class is for ages 12 to adult. Limit 12. The cost is $120 and supplies are included. For more information, call 830-305-0472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

The Seguin Public library will have a Teen Escape Room at 6 p.m. Friday, July 14. For more information call 830-401-2422.

Smart Phone Photography Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Smart Phone Photography Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 15 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn about proper distance, focus, and using the grid lines. The class is for ages 16 and older. The cost is $30. For more information, call 830-3050472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

Seguin Fire Department Fan Drive

The Seguin Fire Department Fan Drive is currently underway. Fans will be available to households (within the Seguin city limits only) that are without air conditioning. Fans can be picked up between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the Municipal Court/Fire Administration building, located at 660 S. Hwy 46. A picture ID and proof of residency is required. limit one fan per household. If you received a fan last year, you are ineligible this year. If you would like to donated a fan, please drop off donations at the Municipal Court/Fire Administration building. For more information, call 830-401-2321 or email ltrevino@seguintexas.

Seguin Sports Booster Club Media Guide Deadline

The Seguin Sports Booster Club is seeking members and advertisers for its media guide that will be available at each home game this upcoming football season. The deadline for submitting information is Monday, July 17. For application/form, contact Cathy Beicker at 830-401-1954 or cbeicker@gmail.com.

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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Teen Escape Room at the Library

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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.

Lunch and Learn

The Seguin Young Professionals will have its Bi-Monthly Lunch and Learn from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 19 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. Hwy 46. Get inspired by Jay Johnson from J2 Servant Leadership as he shares insights on teamwork and building a productive team. RSVP at 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.

Library Summer Reading Experience En-

rollment Open

Enrollment for the Seguin Public Library’s “All Together Now!,” Summer Reading Experience is open for young children (ages 0 to 4), kids/preteens (ages 5-11), teens (ages 12-17) and adults (ages 18+). Register in person or online. A library card is not required to enroll in the program. All age groups have until Thursday, July 20 to complete their gameboards for a chance at fabulous raffle prizes. The library will draw the lucky winners at 11 a.m. Friday, July 21.

Seguin Parks and Recreation Summer Movies in the Park

The Seguin Parks and Recreation Department will have its free Summer Movies in the Park at dusk on Friday, July 21 and Friday, Aug. 25 in Max Starcke Park East near the Patricia K. Irvine-King Pavilion. Bring your popcorn, drinks, lawn chairs, family and friends. Movies in the Park are made possible by generous support from H-E-B. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Geronimo VFW Dance

The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will have a dance, with Paul Sanchez & Wrangler Country, from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 23 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 830305-8829.

Smart Phone Photography Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Smart Phone Photography Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 29 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn the best settings for videos, HDR, storage, and using a tripod. The class is for ages 16 and older. The cost is $30. For more information, call 830-3050472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

Geronimo VFW Dance

The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will have a dance, with the Cactus Country Band from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 30 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.

August

Seguin PD Backpack Drive

The Seguin Police Department is seeking donations for its Backpack Drive. School supplies that are needed include: clear backpacks, notebooks, writing utensils, and folders. Monetary donations are also being accepted in the form of cash or cashapp to $seguinpd. Donations can be dropped off from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Seguin Police Department, located at 350 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin. The 2023 Back to School at the Pool event will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at the Seguin Wave Pool. For questions, email CommunityEngagement@seguintexas.gov.

Master Naturalist Training Class

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

Food Distribution Event

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

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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 830-372-5980.

Heritage Museum Calendars

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

Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program

The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-9561155.

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, drugfree 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 423-2279610 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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