SDN: July 20, 2023

Council puts final touches on city long range plan

(Seguin) -- The plans for Seguin’s future are now officially in place. The Seguin City Council on Tuesday approved the final reading of an ordinance that adopted the city’s new comprehensive plan. The plan looks at every aspect of living, working, and playing in Seguin. It provides a vision for the future, and a plan for the steps that need to be taken to get there.

Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen says she’s thankful for all the citizen input that went into this plan. She says this plan will serve Seguin well for generations to come.

“You know, we haven’t redone this since 2008 and we’re in a totally different spot. We’re in a totally different place about growth, and where we want to go. This helps create a pathway that we can utilize. We can look at setting budget dollars, setting priorities and move in that manner. We can look at it and renegotiate it and move it where we need it to be. It is a plan. It is a road map,” said Dodgen.

City Manager Steve Parker says the comprehensive plan sets some clear guidelines for Seguin, but he says the plan

is also flexible enough to allow the city to be both proactive about the things that people want to see in the future and reactive to situations that might require a little more nuance for some projects or strategies.

“And I think the key thing there is us getting the community’s input of what they wanted and what they wanted to see as far as development goes in our community. So, we looked at everything, and this is a document that will guide us through. We’re such a fast-growing city -- one of the fastest growing cities in all of Texas. We really needed to have that input from our community about what they want to see. What do they want our subdivisions to look like? How do they feel about affordable housing? How do they feel about walkability, (and) how they want the boulevards and their streets to look? All these types of things are very, very important when you’re changing this fast. One thing I found from the community is that they’re okay with growth because they know some of the benefits, where retail and commercial... Plan, pg. 3

Darren Dunn

City develops plan to create a more vibr ant downtown Seguin

(Seguin) -- The city of Seguin not only is planning for the overall future of the city, but it’s also coming up with ways to completely transform the downtown historic district. In addition to the comprehensive plan that was approved by the city council on Tuesday, the city is also wrapping up a master plan for the downtown area. Much like the larger comprehensive plan, the downtown master plan has been a year and a half in the making. The city worked with the firm Freese and Nichols to develop both plans.

Chance Sparks, a project manager at Freese and Nichols, presented a draft of the downtown master plan during Tuesday’s meeting. Sparks says based on the community input, there was a clear vision developed for downtown Seguin.

“What you see within the vision is what you’ve probably been hearing for a while. (People) want this to be an exciting and working place for locals and visitors. You’ve heard me say it before -- if the locals like (your downtown), your visitors will love it,” said Sparks.

That vision statement was used to help create some of the goals that were included in the downtown plan. Sparks says the goals all are designed to help make downtown Seguin a destination location for both local residents and guests.

“We set several goals with this -- becoming a

regional destination, working the relationship between local communities and downtown, making sure it’s a place where everybody feels like they’re supposed to be there and that they belong, telling the story (of downtown), getting a variety of businesses, and of course the physical improvements aspect (or) the pretty part of this,” said Sparks.

Sparks says they identified several projects that should be prioritized in downtown Seguin. Enhancing Central Park is at the top of the list. He says they want to keep all those things that people love about Central Park, while also making it a more usable and inviting space for the community.

“The perspective on this has changed throughout this process. I want to emphasize this is actually something that’s very unique about your downtown. You have had the best collections of WPA era architecture in Texas and to my knowledge, you all are the proud owners of the only surviving (WPA) fountain. And so, what we try to emphasize with this is celebrate those different pieces that are great, but add to them. We initially kind of talked about additional water features (in Central Park). We’re saying that needs to go somewhere in your downtown. It’s 105 (degrees) today. It needs to go somewhere. We also do things like public seating and lots of things that can be done incrementally. Vibrant, pg. 3

Darren Dunn

Area grass fires keep firefighters busy

(Seguin) – A total of 100 plus hay bales went up in flames Wednesday. Guadalupe County Fire Marshal Patrick Pinder says a grass fire that ignited in the 11000 block of FM 621 quickly made its way into the hay field. Area fire fighters throughout the county have been steadily working around the clock.

On Friday, three separate fires had departments working all at the same time.

Those three fires were reported at Still Meadow; FM 467 and Gaitan Lane. The fires not only had county volunteer fire departments busy but others from surrounding counties were also called in

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to assist. Over the weekend, the Kingsbury Volunteer Fire Department also worked to extinguish a grass fire that claimed 30 acres.

Officials say continued heat and dry vegetation are keeping things pretty dangerous in the area. A burn ban was ordered just last week for the unincorporated areas of Guadalupe County.

The key to this also, is when you decide to take on this project -- take on an additional public engagement process with it. That is probably the heart and soul of your city, and that means a few extra conversations are worth the effort,” said Sparks.

One of the other priorities calls for a public restroom in the downtown area, and also converting Donegan Street into a flexible space that could be used in a variety of ways.

“It’s kind of naturally set up for festivals and for different types of configurations. It’s kind of already used that way, and it is your primary way to the (Memorial) Rose Garden and into the trail system there (in Walnut Springs Park). So, we see it as a great opportunity, with lots of art opportunities there, and lighting and things like that. It could be a festival configuration, complete with dancing because there is a dance studio (nearby). It’s expected, right? With all the lighting and things like that to go with it, we’re trying to convey that this is what the type of energy you should have in your downtown,” said Sparks.

Sparks says one of the things the city needs to create for its downtown is gateways and way finding signage that helps people recognize that they are driving or walking into a special place in Seguin.

“There’s multiple approaches to this and these involve private sector investments and making sure that the buildings can clearly be (seen by the public, so they) can know what’s happening. But also support from the public sector side of establishing -- ‘you are here’ and this is a different space. It means not just an aesthetic aspect, but

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(projects) come with that growth. They’re tired of driving to San Marcos and New Braunfels for date night. They want to do that here. But they want to grow smart. They don’t want to have all those other negative aspects that other communities faced when they grew. That’s really what the goal of this whole project was, and I think we’ll maybe accomplish that in a lot of ways with staff and with the leadership we have with our city council. I’m very excited about how we can take that plan and use it for the benefit of our citizens and give them the Seguin that they deserve,” said Parker.

The comprehensive plan will help to shape the city’s future for the next 20 to 30 years. It looks at several quality-of-life issues, including parks and economic development. It also calls for the city to develop some smaller area plans that can specifically address some unique areas in the city, like the West Side neighborhood and an area along North Austin Street between the railroad tracks and Kingsbury Street. Copies of the new comprehensive plan are now available on the city’s website, seguintexas.gov.

it’s communicating to drivers -- hey, slow down, you are arriving somewhere. This is not a thing you drive through, it’s a thing you drive to,” said Sparks. Vibrant, pg. 4

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Another unique item, in the downtown master plan, calls for the city to create sub-districts within the downtown historic district. Sparks says there are some opportunities there to further highlight some existing areas in downtown Seguin.

“This is something that we can’t do in every downtown. But yours fits it really well, because you do have these assets. You have these historic theaters that are these kind of great opportunities for action. You have what we labeled as the Los Nogales District. This is the...most historic piece in the south portion. Your Rose District, going towards the parks and the green spaces and things like that -- and kind of the Central Austin Street District, which is kind of the main commercial center and where most of the activity is now,” said Sparks.

Sparks says the city has to look at how cars and pedestrians utilize the downtown. He says much of the downtown street layout caters to vehicular traffic. He says there are some areas, particularly Court and Austin streets, that present a big challenge for pedestrians. He says the city needs to look at that, and also consider making changes to its one-way streets downtown. He says he routinely drove the wrong way on River Street, and the city may want to revisit the need for all its one-way streets. He also says there are parts of the

downtown that are pretty dark at night, and that’s something that will also need to be addressed.

“We did a lighting audit as part of this. This is where we actually walked every aspect of your downtown to see where those gaps existed and what was needed. Cities instinctively say; ‘hey, let’s go put in more streetlights.’ We say yes, that’s appropriate in some cases, but also think about how those buildings can participate. A really effective and well-lit storefront, with a good display, can be more effective than a streetlight could ever hope to be. So, I think you might have to create programs that would encourage that. It has the added benefit of creating awareness of the businesses too,” said Sparks.

Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen says this downtown master plan is a perfect complement to the overall comprehensive plan that was also adopted by the city. She says both plans will help to lead to a bright future for the city of Seguin.

“So, I think it’s just so exciting that we’re doing this along with the... downtown plan, which it really is an exclamation point to that comprehensive master plan. But we need these to help us know (where we are going), and to create how we want to go and flow,” said Dodgen.

The council on Tuesday unanimously approved the downtown master plan on first reading. A second and final reading will be required before the plan is officially adopted.

Hood

James Arthur Hood, age 77, of Seguin, Texas passed away on July 3, 2023. He was born on August 7, 1945, in Minden, Louisiana to Cortez (Pearson) and Elmer Hood.

James is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Larry Hood, and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Dorothy “Dot” (Pape) and Marvin “Ted” Henderson.

He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Shari Hood; daughters, Dana Kincaid and husband Carlton, and Kelli Hutka and husband Michael; grandchildren, C.J. Kincaid, Cassidy Kincaid, Evan Hutka, and Krista Hutka; brother, Dan Hood and wife Patsy; brother-in-law, Galen Ted Henderson and wife Latricia; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends.

A memorial service celebrating James’ life will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at Hillcrest Church at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Michael Moak officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Private interment will be held in San Geronimo Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hillcrest Church, P. O. Box 267, Seguin, Texas, 78156. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

VITAL STATISTICS

Matheaus

Jeanette Emma Matheaus, age 82 of Seguin, passed away on July 13, 2023. Jeanette was born in Guadalupe County, Texas on December 17, 1940, to Hilda (Borchers) and Gustaf Haberle.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Frank Matheaus, her parents, her 2 sisters, Elmira and Hilda and her brother Gussie. She is survived by her sons, Richard Matheaus (Juliane), and Mike Matheaus (Monica); grandchildren, Kayla Jarzombek (Edward), Kacie Anoil (Frank), Karlie Stidham (Haeden), Gabrielle Alanis, Felipe Alanis; great-granddaughters, Charlotte June Jarzombek and Kollyns Jayne Jarzombek; and sister-in-law, Dorothy Gentry (Johnny); numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends.

Memorial services will be held on Wednesday, July 19, 2023, at 10 a.m. at Cross Church with the Rev. Jim Price officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall.  Private interment will be held at a later date at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.  Honorary pallbearers will be Kevin Krueger, Duane Krueger, Greg Krueger, Byron Krueger, Tommy Haberle, Edward Jarzombek, and Haeden Perrenot.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Cross Church, 814 N. Bauer Street, 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, 830-549-5912.

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Trevino Blumberg

Adolfo Trevino III was born on Dec 28, 1957 in Seguin, Texas.  Adolfo went home to be with the lord on June 24, 2023.

Adolfo is preceded in death by his mother Oralia Rios, father Adolfo Trevino II, and grandfather Ricardo Rios.

Adolfo is survived by his wife, Ann M. Amstead-Trevino; mother of his children, Julia Valdez; children,  Judy Sanchez (Abel Reyes), Adolfo Trevino (Kim), Jeffery Trevino, Yvette Trevino (Daniel), and Shelby McClure (Kevin); siblings, Darlene Arriaga (Joe), Lupe Castaneda (Ray), and Michael Rios; and half siblings, Alfredo Trevino, Patricia TrevinoTrinidad (Abel), Andrew Trevino and Connie Trevino. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren, plus numerous extended family members and friends.

Adolfo was a diehard Dallas Cowboy fan. He spent time as a truck driver and city employee. He loved his many fur babies, riding motorcycles, was a musician by heart , and loved BBQing with his family.

Services will be one day only at Palmer Mortuary & Cremations: Saturday July 22, 2023Immediate family 2-4pm; and open to the public from 4-8 p.m.

We ask anyone that attends to wear Dallas Cowboy attire instead of black to honor our dads love for his team.

Annie Lee Blumberg, 95, of Schertz passed away peacefully on July 11, 2023. She was born September 8, 1927 in Guadalupe County and lived there the majority of her life. Annie married her sweetheart Donald Blumberg on April 6, 1946. Together they reared a family of three sons. Annie enjoyed the simple things in life and was devoted to her family. She loved to dance, play bingo, garden, cook and bake. Her potato salad was her signature dish. She is preceded in death by Don her husband of 60 years, her son Lonnie, her parents Charles Schmoekel, and Lillie and Arno Reiley. She is survived by her sons Rodney and wife Cora Nell, and Tracy and wife Sandra. In accordance with her wishes, a private graveside service will be held at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Marion under the direction of Schertz Funeral Home.

Extreme Heat, Air Quality Alerts Impacting Millions Across U.S.

(Undated) -- Millions in the U.S. are dealing with extreme heat and smoke pollution from Canada. The National Weather Service says triple-digit temperatures could last through mid-week from Texas to the lower Mississippi Valley as a high pressure dome moves westward. Air quality alerts have been issued for parts of Midwest, the Great Lakes, Tennessee, North Carolina, and the Northeast this week. Health officials are urging precautions as smoke from Canadian wildfires drifts south across the U.S.

White House Defends Pentagon Abortion Policy

(Washington, DC) -- The Biden administration is defending the Pentagon’s policy to reimburse travel expenses for service members who travel out of state for abortions. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said the policy is critical as one-in-five members of the military are women. He said it’s the right thing to do for Americans who voluntarily decide to serve. Alabama Senator Tommy Tuberville has held up military promotions in protest of the policy. The White House said the holds are impacting military readiness.

Democratic Senator: GOP Will Pass National Abortion Ban If They Take Congress

(Washington, DC) -- Democratic Senator Chris Murphy is warning about what he believes is at stake if Republicans take control of Congress in the 2024 election. Murphy in a tweet claimed Republicans will pass a national abortion ban if they win control of the House and Senate next year. The Connecticut Democrat added that it’s “100-percent certain.” Murphy was commenting on a Republican amendment to the House’s version of the annual defense bill that would limit abortion access. The amendment would reverse the Pentagon’s policy to reimburse travel expenses for service members who travel across state lines to get abortions.

Miami Has Highest Rate of Alzheimer’s Patients in Nation

(Miami, FL) -- A new study shows Miami-Dade County has the nation’s highest rate of Alzheimer’s and dementia patients. Alzheimer’s State Diversity Director Keith Gibson says the results are not surprising and could help researchers figure out how to lower that statistic. He believes the findings will help increase funding for Alzheimer’s public health programs in South Florida. Gibson also noted that Blacks and Hispanics have a higher risk of Alzheimer’s due to vascular and socioeconomic factors.

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July

Rising Star of Guadalupe County Nomination Deadline

The Seguin Young Professionals of the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the Rising Star of Guadalupe County award. Nominees must live and/or work in Guadalupe County and be between the ages of 21 and 39 on Dec. 31, 2023. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, July 20. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

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.

Library Summer Reading Experience Enrollment 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.

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 830-2512080.

NARFE Meeting

The National Active & Retired Federal employees (NARFE) will meet at 9:30 a.m. Friday, July 21 at the 7Ten Activity Center, located at 710 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The program will be a webinar, “NARFE Advocacy in the 118th Congress.” For more information, call Alice Pullin at 760-390-4482 or email apullin1@yahoo.com.

Geronimo Lions Meeting

The Geronimo Lions meet at 6:30 a.m. on

the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the Big Red Barn on Cordova Road. Breakfast is provided. For more information, call Steven Hughes at 870-949-5003.

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 830401-2480.

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 830-305-8829.

McQueeney Baptist Church VBS

The McQueeney Baptist Church will have its VBS, “Twists & Turns,” from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, July 24 through Friday, July 28 at 201 Schumann Rd in McQueeney. There will be crafts, refreshments, stories, and noon Friday Celebration to include food, water slide and free fun for the kids. For registration information, call 830-557-5532.

Jury Cancellation

The County Court at Law #2 jury scheduled for 9 a.m. Monday, July 24 has been canceled. Jurors do not need to report to the Guadalupe County Justice Center. For questions, call 830-303-8861.

After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer, sponsored by Seguin Chevrolet, from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 26 at 509 IH-10 West. Make sure to bring your Chamber membership card for entry.

Christian Fellowship VBS

The Christian Fellowship Baptist Church will have its Vacation Bible School, “Leading out Loud,” from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. from Tuesday, July 25 to Friday, July 28 at 926 8th St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-549-7767.

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 830-305-0472 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

Texas Women of Influence Gala Night & Conference

The Texas Women of Influence Gala Night & Conference will be held Wednesday, Aug. 2 and Thursday, August 3 at the Seguin Coliseum. The Hats of to Her Gala is from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2 The cost is $75 per person or $500 for a table of 8. There will be a contest for the best decorated hat. The conference will run from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the cost is $150. For tickets, visit www.seguinchamber.com. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

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.

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Leadership Seguin Application Deadline

Applications are available for the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Seguin program. The deadline to apply is Thursday, Aug 3. For more information, call 830-3796382 or email cofc@seguinchamber.com.

Youth Co-Ed Volleyball League

The Seguin Parks and Recreation Department will offer a Youth Co-Ed Volleyball League for children in 2nd through 6th grades Friday evenings from Friday, Aug. 4 to Friday, Sept. 8. 2nd and 3rd grades will play from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and players in 4th through 6th grade will play from 6 to 8 p.m. on Fridays at the volleyball complex adjacent to the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. No league play will be held on Friday, Sept. 1. The cost is $50 per player. Register online at www.seguintexas. gov/sports. For more information, call 830401-2480.

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.

Allan Dreibrodt Memorial Fundraiser

The Allan Dreibrodt Memorial Fundraiser will be held Saturday, Aug. 5 at the Columbus Club Hall of Seguin. Doors open at 5 p.m. with serving of a meal by Next Door Catering at 5:30 p.m., a dance by Gary Glenn and the 20X Band, and auction at 9 p.m. There will also be raffles and a silent auction. Pre-sale tickets are $50 for adults and $25 for kids (7-12) and are available at Gift & Gourmet, by calling Dalena Krueger at 830-832-1476, or Brannon Dreibrodt at 830-305-6037. Sponsorships are also available.

Seguin Parrot Head Club Phling

The Seguin Parrot Head Club will have its Annual Phling from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at the McQueeney Lions Club, located at 3211 FM 78 in McQueeney. Tickets are $60 per ticket and are available at the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce, Gift and Gourmet, and Alamo Title New Braunfels. Must be over 21 to purchase. Tickets at the door are $70. There will be a meal, beverages, silent auction, ticket raffle and live music by the Jonas Lorence Band. For more information visit www.seguinphc. com or call Kathy Seeger at 830-305-4547.

Pastor’s 5th Anniversary Celebration

The Greater Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church will have its Pastor’s 5th Anniversary Celebration at 3 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6. The guests will be Sledge Chapel Baptist Church of Kyle, Rev. Arthur A. Mc Donald Sr., Pastor.

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.

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.

Nominations Request

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for its Community Hero Award and Clinical Healthcare Worker Award in honor of Margo Trost. The awards are for healthcare workers who have truly made a difference in the community, caused a

positive impact in the county, or has been influential in making a change in our area. Nominations should be submitted before Friday, Aug. 11. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

Adult Beginning Watercolor Class

The Seguin Art League will offer an adult Beginning Watercolor Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants,14 and older, will learn how colors interact, how to make washes, learn color theory, and basic page layout. The cost is $30 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Hermann Sons Life Summerfest

The Hermann Sons Life will have its Summerfest at noon Sunday, Aug. 13 at the Seguin Lodge Hall, located at 2918 W. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. Barbecue brisket will be served at 1 p.m. and you are encouraged to bring sides and desserts to share. For more information and to RSVP contact Tim Kolbe at 830-660-3713.

Adult Creative Crochet Class

The Seguin Art League will offer an adult Creative Crochet Class from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 17 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants,14 and older, can make a piece of fiber art using free form crochet to make original designs. The cost is $30 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Youth Co-Ed Golf Clinics

The Starcke Park Golf Course, in partnership with First tee Program Greater San Antonio, is hosting a series of golf clinics for youth this fall. Children ages 7 to 13 will have an opportunity to learn the basics of playing golf. All clinics will be held at Starcke Park. The clinics will be held from 5 to 6 p.m. Monday, Aug. 21 and Monday Aug. 28 for ages 7 to 9, Thursday, Sept. 21 and Thursday, Sept. 28 for ages 10 to 11, and Tuesday, Oct. 17 and Tuesday, Oct. 24 for ages 12 to 13. Register online at www.seguintexas. gov/sports. For more information, call 830401-2480.

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Republican Women’s Annual Happy Hour

The Guadalupe County Republican Women’s Annual Happy Hour will be held at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 24 at the Seguin Brewing Company, located at 111 W. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The special guest speaker will be prolife champion and national best-selling author, Abby Johnson and South Texas Pregnancy Care Center (STPCC), Executive Director, Janice Weaver. Diapers will be collected at the event for the STPCC. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com.

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 med-

ical 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 325-956-1155.

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, 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 423-227-9610 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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FOR RENT

FOR RENT: 3 bedroom/2 bath mobile home, washer/dryer connections, A/C, located at 136 Twink Lane, Seguin. No Smokers/No Pets. $1200-month, $1200 deposit. Call 210-289-3192.

FOR LEASE

FOR LEASE: Warehouse space for rent 979-A West Kingsbury. Warehouse space 1500 sq. ft. approximately $1,400 monthly, call Jim 830-620-8199.

FOR LEASE: 979-B West Kingsbury. Small warehouse/office 600 sq. ft. of air-condition space. Garage door, storage with 2 offices, $975 month. Call Jim 830-620-8199.

YARD SALE

YARD SALE: 1843 Eastwood Drive, Friday, July 21 and Saturday, July 22 from 8a-12noon. Household items, teen clothes and toys!!

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