SDN: July 26, 2023

Jim Barnes slated for additions, renovations

Renderings of Barnes’ future released

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) – This upcoming school year means continued planning and spring construction for a local Seguin ISD campus. Voter approved additions and renovation plans at Jim Barnes Middle School are officially underway. That’s according to Architect Robyn Popa of Pfluger Architects.

“When Barnes was originally built, it was only designed to accommodate two grade levels so now with having three grade levels in that campus, it has become very congested and very crowded. So expanded core facilities as well as additional classroom space is very much needed over at this campus,” said Popa.

Popa says the renovation portion of the project will provide some much-needed elbow room to existing space.

“We are doing just a little over 27,000 square foot of renovation and a lot of that is focused on the library, the existing cafeteria, the portion of the fine arts wing that is there currently as well as a small sliver of space along the classroom wing there and then we are doing just under 21,000 square feet of new additions that will expand the number of classrooms at this campus. So, if we look at each individual area isolated, for the academic expansion what we are looking at is on the new addition, we will be providing 12 new classrooms as well as restrooms in the new addition component and then the renovation area, we will be taking over some of the classrooms that are there and repurposing those and reconfiguring walls there to make two art rooms,... Barnes, pg. 2

Future facilities for Navarro HS still in discussion

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Geronimo) -- The recent announcement on the start of construction for the new Navarro High School campus has prompted other questions about the district’s future.

One of those questions is the district’s intentions for new athletic facilities at the same location. During the 2021 bond election, voters turned down a $30 million bond package for athletic facilities to be built along with the new school just south of Link Road.

The bond package, if approved, would have allowed a new turfed football field, tennis courts plus new turfed baseball and softball fields.

New Navarro ISD Superintendent Mandy Epley says ensuring the athletic needs of the district were just as important as getting the ball rolling for the construction of the high school. She says as promised, the district is working to revisit these needs.

“But we are also looking at

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our athletic facilities, whether we will be looking to renovate those facilities -- keep them at their current locations or go back out for a bond that addresses having athletic facilities with the high school location as originally proposed and intended,” said Epley.

Not only was a new high school included in the $130 million bond issue approved by voters, but the cost for a new elementary school was also factored in. The future of that elementary school, however, according to Epley also remains a question.

“We also originally in the bond

a science classroom, a makerspace and a robotics room. A lot of what we did with school and district leadership is to make sure that the types of programs and spaces that we are providing over at Barnes are providing equity between what was designed and is being built over at AJB right now,” said Popa.

Popa says the proposed plans that were recently shared with members of the Seguin ISD Board of Trustees also included designs for that extra square footage that will help accommodate student growth and overall academic success.

“The new addition will have the industrial art space. It will have band ensemble and mariachi rehearsal space and then we will be renovating existing square footage to enhance and improve the library. We will be taking over some of these existing fine art spaces to provide

included an elementary school but with the cost of construction escalation, prior to me arriving here, the board made it clear that it was likely that that bond would not be able to cover an elementary. So, part of this process of facilities planning really is looking at our existing plan – what can we do with the existing space that our buildings are on because once we move the junior high over – those junior high buildings as well as central office are now available for other usage or perhaps the land there is available,” said Epley.

Epley says the rapid growth seen throughout the district is keeping school officials focused on the future. With facilities committees set to meet, district officials say they hope to bring forth plans addressing that growth as soon as possible. Meanwhile, much of the focus remains on the groundbreaking of the new high school. The new school is anticipated to be completed in time for the start of the 20252026 school year.

a new platform and expanded cafeteria, dining space for this campus and with those remaining areas of the existing square footage will be reallocating those for the renovated choir room, a black box, a drama space and the band rehearsal hall,” said Popa.

A considerable number of upgrades is also slated for the outside of the middle school campus. Popa says significant modifications will be made to the front parking lot.

“If you are familiar with the way that the cuing and vehicular circulation at the front of AJB has been designed, we’ve taken a lot of those similar approaches and incorporated them over at Barnes. One of the challenges in this particular area is the traffic from Koennecke as well as Barnes kinds of creates a real cluster traffic jam on Joe Carrillo and so really trying to use what we can with the available land on that site to be able to get as much cuing off of Joe Carrillo and onto the campus,” said Popa. Barnes, pg. 3

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Seguin ISD Superintendent Dr. Matthew Gutierrez says the district is excited about these new upgrades to Barnes. He says this project is way overdue.

“If you have ever had the opportunity to serve on lunch duty at Barnes, you will understand why this is absolutely necessary just because the capacity wasn’t for 850 kids and that cafeteria space is very crowded, limited and the weather is usually not conducive to letting kids eat outside so I’m very thankful that our voters supported this bond because Barnes desperately needs the space,” said Gutierrez.

In addition to Barnes, the Seguin ISD has also announced its continued work on another Bond 2021 project which is the new McQueeney Elementary School. The school will be built at a different location just past its existing site on FM 725. Popa says both projects will be well underway these next two to three years.

“So, similar to new McQueeney, we are about 46 percent complete with design. It’s our intention to

wrap the design up and put it out on the street at the beginning of 2024. Right now, we are anticipating to still bid McQueeney and Barnes as a potential joint option for contractors to give them the ability to bid one, to bid the other or potentially bid them both. For those of ya’ll who were with us this go around, we did a similar strategy with AJB and Jefferson. Again, we are anticipating three months for bidding and preconstruction phase and for construction at Barnes, we are really anticipating that this is probably only about an 18-month construction timeframe but what we really want to make sure that we capture is two full summers because we are going to have pretty extensive renovation work there and we want to make sure we give ourselves the best ability with two full summers to be able to accomplish that,” said Popa.

The Seguin ISD has also recently set into motion plans for the construction of the new baseball/softball field that was approved by voters in May 2023. Plans for that project are currently in negotiations with its newly selected contractor, The Koehler Company. Additional renderings for the construction and renovation at Barnes can be found on the KWED Facebook page.

Quartet of Bulldogs Named to WGCA AllAmerican Scholar Team

Chris Austin

CORAL SPRINGS, FL -- Texas Lutheran women’s golfers Wynter Flores (San Antonio/Incarnate Word), Braydee Frederick (Normangee/ Normangee), Audre Garza (New Braunfels/Canyon), and Jacqueline Springs (Seguin/Navarro) were named to the WGCA All-American Scholar Team, the organization announced Thursday.

All four Bulldogs maintained an overall cumulative GPA of 3.5-orhigher and played in at least 50% of the team’s competitions during the 2022-23 campaign in order to qualify for the honor.

The announcement marked the first time since 2020 that two-ormore TLU golfers were named to the WGCA All-American Scholar Team, with four earning the honor in 2020. Frederick and Garza’s selections were their second to the team and it was Flores and Springs’ first All-American Scholar selections.

Flores also earned Academic All-District honors from College Sports Communicators (CSC) in May.

Texas Lutheran women’s golf finished sixth at the 2023 SCAC

can find all updates on TLU Golf on tlubulldogs.com, @tlugolf on Instagram, as well as all official Texas Lutheran Athletics social media accounts.

Tournament led by Wynter Flores’s 15th place finish. You

Montague

Rodney “Mark” Montague, age 71 of Seguin passed away on July 22, 2023. Mark was born in New Braunfels, Texas on November 8, 1951, to Helen Marie (Schnautz) and C. E. Montague. He worked for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company (now ATT), beginning in 1972, for 33 years. After he retired from ATT, he worked for Texas Prison System as a telephone tech, where he helped inmates enroll in the phone systems.

He was actively involved in the Guadalupe County Wildlife Management, acting as a director, then serving as President from 2003 to 2005. Mark enjoyed hunting, shooting guns, and riding his Harley.

Mark is preceded in death by his parents, older brother Harry and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Pat and Jim Kersey. Mark and Jim were best friends.

Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Brenda Montague; son, Adam Montague; daughter, Leslie Carver; grandchildren, Hailey, Willow, Dean, and L’Nel; sister Sharon Ferrell and husband Bill; brother, John Montague; sister-inlaw, Janie Sedlak, and husband Matt; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.

In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his name to the Seguin Art League, P. O. Box 445, Seguin, Texas, 78156, or the Guadalupe County Wildlife Management Association, 210 E. Liveoak, Seguin, Texas, 78155.

A memorial service celebrating Mark’s life is being planned for later in the fall at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Please visit www.treshewell.com for updated times.

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.

VITAL STATISTICS

Reynolds

Alton Lee “Al” Reynolds, age 95 of Seguin, Texas passed away July 13, 2023. He was born on October 1, 1927, in Hemet, California, the oldest child of Levi and Lena Randal Reynolds. Al was a graduate of Porterville High School in California.

He served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. After retirement, he and his wife, Jean, served as Red Cross volunteers in times of natural disaster. They worked in several states, Saint Croix and Guam.

Al is preceded in death by his parents, brother Melvin Reynolds, and sisters Velta Egy, Kathryn Longenfeld, and Lena Mae Hubble.

Survivors include his beloved wife of 72 years, Jean Carroll Reynolds; children, Karen Willis (Steve), Craig Reynolds (Megan), and Marsha Reynolds (Lisa); grandchildren, Jacob Willis (Andrea), Devin Zettler (Ryan), Kyle Willis (Amanda); greatgrandchildren, Talan Zettler, Treyce Zettler, Carson Willis, Grayson Willis, Carter Willis, Kolin Springs, Kobe Garcia; brothersin-law, Cecil Hubble, Reesel Carroll (Linda), Gary Carroll (Mary), Philip Carroll; sisters-in-law, Marge Reynolds and Carolyn Pester, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other loving family members and friends. He will be dearly missed by all his family and friends.

Graveside services and interment with military honors will be held on Friday, July 28, 2023, at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at 10:15 a.m. A memorial service celebrating Al’s life will be held on Saturday, July 29, 2023, at 11 a.m. at First Methodist Church with the Rev. Ray Perales officiating. A reception will follow in Hierholzer Hall.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First Methodist Church, 710 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155, or to The Ballard House (a retreat for guests to stay free of charge for patients going through cancer treatment), 21421 Cinco Park Road, Katy, Texas 77450.

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

Cardenas

Maria Celia Cuevas Cardenas, 72, of Seguin, passed away peacefully in her home on June 29, 2023, surrounded by close family and friends, after a seven-year battle with Alzheimer’s.

She was born on February 11, 1951, in Michoacán, Mexico, to Juan Cuevas and Josefina Pantoja Cuevas and picked cotton as a young child with her family.

Maria lived her life as a hardworking, dedicated, faithful, and loving woman. She met the love of her life, Julian Cardenas, in Mexicali, Mexico, during the summertime of 1969. They first began dating in November of 1970. Julian proposed to Maria on December 12, 1970, and were married February 13, 1971. She loved visiting Los Angeles and Palm Springs, CA. Maria enjoyed hiking with her husband in the Martinez Mountain Range also in California and camping in the desert. Maria was an avid runner who ran half marathons and several 5Ks. After several years of study, she was granted naturalization on January 28, 1993, in San Antonio, Texas. She enjoyed visiting the casinos in Biloxi, MS, Eagle Pass, TX, and Kinder, LA. She was a wonderful mother who always looked after her children and did her best. A woman who was self-sufficient and never cared much about herself. Maria was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer’s in August 2016 at the age of 66.

Maria is preceded in death by her father, Juan Cuevas, mother, Josefina Pantoja Cuevas, brother, Juan Cuevas Jr., and fatherin-law, Agapito Cardenas.

She is survived by her husband of 52 years, Julian Cardenas, daughters Jo Ann Cardenas and Nadia Josephina Cardenas, her grand-fur baby, Charlotte, and best friend, Gracie Gomez of Seguin. She will be sorely missed by her many family members, including nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the health care professionals at GRMC Hospice for their unwavering care for Maria throughout the final eight months of her life. Ms. Magali, Maria’s CNA, was her favorite staff member who could always make her sing and dance.

A private viewing was held July 3, 2023, at Lux Funeral Home & Cremation Services, in New Braunfels. A memorial service will be held later at the family’s residence in Seguin.

In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to Maria’s Walk to End Alzheimer’s team, !Apurate¡ (which means hurry in English), who will be walking in her memory on Saturday, October 14, 2023 at Landa Park in New Braunfels. The team’s page can be found online at act.alz.org/goto/ ApurateToEndALZ

The Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s is the world’s largest fundraiser that allows the association to raise awareness, provide 24/7 care and support to those affected by the disease, and advance research towards methods of prevention, treatment, and hopefully one day a cure.

More Heat Warnings In Parts Of U.S This Week

(Undated) -- Excessive heat warnings are being extended throughout parts of the U.S at least through midweek. The alerts affected tens of millions Americans over the weekend, while dangerous-level temperatures hit the West and South. Phoenix, Arizona and Salt Lake City, Utah reached new daily highs on Saturday. Other states that saw triple-digits include California, Nevada, Texas, Louisiana, Florida. Meantime, the heat is also impacting Europe and Asia, putting the world on track for the hottest month ever recorded.

Doctors Warn About TikTok Borax Trend

(Undated) -- Add this to the long list of things doctors never imagined having to tell patients: Don’t eat or drink Borax. A TikTok trend is suggesting adding a pinch of the “20 Mule Team” Borax to water can help relieve joint pain. Many of the same TikTok videos claim taking a bath while soaking in Borax helps “detoxify” the body. Doctors say consuming Borax can cause blue-green vomit or diarrhea and can eventually lead to anemia and seizures. Soaking in Borax can lead to rashes, according to doctors. Borax is found in laundry detergent and is also packaged on its own as a cleaning product. The main ingredient in Borax is also used to exterminate insects, such as ants and cockroaches.

Transgender Health Care Expert: Not A New Issue

(Washington, DC) -- An expert on gender affirming health care says transgender issues are not a new thing. Speaking on CBS’ Face the Nation, Dr. Marci Bowers said transgender identities date back to biblical times, but it’s become more of an issue today because more people are “feeling comfortable coming out.” Bowers was quick to point out that transgender surgery typically isn’t done for anyone under 18, except in “severe cases.” She added that “decades of experience” has shown that trans treatment is beneficial.

Westchester Launches Mental Health Response Team

(White Plains, NY) -- Westchester County is launching a response team to help adults suffering with mental health issues who are at risk of neglect and abuse. The program is the first of its kind in New York State and is run by the county’s Mental Health and Social Services departments. The agencies will come together to respond to calls to help adults who are neglected and abused. County Executive George Latimer says the model will collaboratively address what has become a real need in the community.

Experience is key. For over 55 years, GRMC has been dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare to the community. Every positive encounter that a patient has during their stay is a direct result of our team’s commitment to exceed expectations by providing quality healthcare to each patient we have the privilege to care for.

COMMUNITY COMMUNITY CALENDAR

July

McQueeney Baptist Church VBS

The McQueeney Baptist Church will have its VBS, “Twists & Turns,” from 9 a.m. to noon 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.

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. through Friday, July 28 at 926 8th St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-549-7767.

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 entrance.

Summer Job Fair

The Seguin Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) and the Workforce Solutions Alamo will host a Summer Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, July 27 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Dress professionally and bring multiple copies of your resume. For more information, call 830-401-5005 or visit www.facebook/seguinedc.

Celebrate Recovery

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

AA Meetings

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

Camp Broadway Legally Blonde The Musical Jr.

The Texas Theatre, Home to Camp Broadway, will present “Legally Blonde The Musical Jr.” at 7 p.m. Friday, July 28 and Saturday, July 29, and at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, July 30. The box office opens 30 minutes prior to showtime. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for 12 and under. Tickets are available for purchase at Gift and Gourmet, Keepers, the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce, or online at www. thetexas.org.

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 830305-0472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

Kingsbury VFD Bar-B-Que

The 53nd Annual Kingsbury Volunteer Fire Department

Bar-B-Que will be held Saturday, July 29 at the station in Kingsbury. DJ Bo Peep will play from 1 to 5 p.m. and $12 plates will be served from 5:30 to 9 p.m. There will also be games for kids, country store, auction, beer garden & margaritas and a free dance under the stars at 9 p.m. with Clint Taft & The Buck Wild Band.

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 830-3796382.

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.

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 830379-6382 or email cofc@seguinchamber.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.

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 830-401-2480.

Pack the Bus

The Pack the Bus for school supplies collection will be held from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at Plaza Del Rey. To volunteer for the event, call 830-303-5911.

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 drive-thru event will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at the Seguin Coliseum. 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.

Immanuel Lutheran Church Festival

The Immanuel Lutheran Church will have its 19th Annual Church Festival beginning at 9 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 6 with a Worship Service at C of C Hall in La Vernia. A Roast Beef Dinner will be available for $12 from 11 a.m. to be determined at event. There will be dine in or drive-thru. There will also be music by The Accordion Cowboy, Chris Rybak, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., a live auction at 1:15 p.m., a silent auction, raffle, cake walk, country store, and games for kids. Dinner and events will take place at the Chamber of Commerce Park, located at 12301 US Hwy. 87 W. in La Vernia.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

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.

Blood

Drive

The City of Seguin is partnering the South Texas Blood & Tissue Center to host a Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Aug. 8. The bloodmobile will be a the Seguin Coliseum parking lot, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Appointments can be made online at https://donor.southtexasblood. org/.../drive_schedule/138229. For more information, call 210-668-5914 or 830-386-2590.

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.

Veterans Outreach Center Opening Ceremony

The Guadalupe County Commissioners Court will have an Opening Ceremony for the Veterans Outreach Center at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 9 at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. There will be facility tours and refreshments. Overflow parking for the event will be available at Palmer Mortuary, located at 1116 N. Austin St. and Dr. Thomas Raetzsch Family Practice, located at 1025 N. Austin St. (in the back lot on River St.) For questions, call the Veterans Services Office at 830-303-8870.

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 830660-3713.

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.

Wildlife Management Association Fall Meeting

The Guadalupe County Wildlife Management Association will have its Fall Meeting beginning with a social hour at 6 p.m. Friday, Aug. 18 at the The Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Rd. in Seguin. Dinner plates by Next Door Catering are $14. The program will be a discussion of a wide variety of wildlife topics by Wildlife Biologist, Trent Teinert. To RSVP, email guadcountywma@gmail.com or call 830-660-3296.

Benefit Fundraiser

There will be a Benefit Fundraiser for Seguin City Council District 2 Member, Sonia Mendez from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 19 at the Seguin Coliseum. BBQ Plates are $15 and are available at Seguin City Hall. There will also be raffles and a silent auction. Monetary donations are accepted at First United Bank or Venmo at Sonia-Mendez-23312. Proceeds will help medical expenses for a debilitating illness.

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 830-401-2480.

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 pro-life 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.

Seguin Parks and Recreation

Summer Movies in the Park

The Seguin Parks and Recreation Department conclude its free Summer Movies 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.

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

Glue Batik Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Glue Batik Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 9 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn a fun and non-messy way to create batik on fabric. The class is for adults. The cost is $30 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

State of the City Luncheon

The Seguin Are Chamber of Commerce will have its State of the City Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 6 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The meal is $20 for members in advance and $25 for non-members and after Friday, Sept. 1. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

St. James 5th Annual Classic Car, Truck & Bike Show

The St. James Catholic Church will have its 5th Annual Classic Car, Truck & Bike Show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16 in the St. James Church Parking Lot, located at 510 S. Camp St. in Seguin. The entry fee is $25. Entry time will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., with the awards beginning at 1 p.m. Pre-registration and more information is available at https://saintjamescc.org/car-show. Proceeds benefit St. James Catholic School. For questions, email stjamesclassiccarshow @gmail.com.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

St. James Fall Family Festival

The St. James Catholic Church will have its Fall Family Festival from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 18 on the church grounds. There will be a $13 pork steak dinner with drive-thru and onsite eating from 11 a.m to 2 p.m., raffle, games, rides, petting zoo, food booths, DJ and live music, and live and silent auctions. For raffle and dinner tickets, call 830-379-1796 or visit 510 S. Camp St. For more information visit https://saintjamescc.org/festival.

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.

Eco Print Class

The Seguin Art League will offer an Eco Print Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Let nature and science do the work when you create floral art work without drawing and painting the flower. The class is for adults. The cost is $30 with supplies provided. For more information, call 830-3050472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

Chamber Annual Banquet

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its 2023 Annual Banquet from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 26 at the Seguin Coliseum. For tickets and more information, call 830-379-6382.

October

Creative Crochet Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Creative Crochet Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 7 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will go beyond a pattern and make a piece of fiber art using free form crochet to make an original design. The class is for adults. The cost is $30 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472 or visit www.seguinartleague. com.

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.

Illustrated Letters Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Lino Print Workshop

from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn to create stunning illustrated letters to celebrate your unique name and interest of those you care for. Draw, paint, color, collage, and invent. The class is limited to 12 adults. The cost is $30 with supplies included. For more information, call 830305-0472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

December

Lino Print Workshop

The Seguin Art League will offer an Illustrated Letters Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Receive an introduction to linear design through carving a block. Includes drawing the image, composing the design, and traseerring it to the block. Students will also receive an introduction to color inks and print presentations. The class is limited to 12 adults (12 years to adult). The cost is $120 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-3050472 or visit www.seguinartleague.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 830303-4188 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, 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.

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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.

To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.

PUBLIC NOTICE

Public Auction Notice: Notice is hereby given that public auctions will be held at the following facilities managed by Devon Self Storage. Property contained in the units will be sold to satisfy the Landlord’s lien for rent and other charges in accordance with Chapter 59 of the Texas Property Code. Contents of the following customers containing household and other goods will be sold to the highest bidder via an online auction at www.storagetreasures.com. Online bidding will begin on 8/7/2023 at 10:00AM and will continue until 8/21/2023 at 10:00AM, at which time a high bidder will be determined. Devon Self Storage reserves the right to set minimum bids and to refuse bids. Please refer to www.storagetreasures. com for all other terms and conditions governing the bidding and auction process. 2975 FM 725

New Braunfels TX 78130 Terri Foster – Camping Gear, Personal items; Janie Rabel – Outdoor Tools, camping gear; Genamae Hinesley – Lawn Mower, household items; Aaron Perez –lawn mower, household items; Floyd Harvey – household items; Samantha Pehl – household items.

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.

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