SDN: July 27, 2023

Cibolo robbery case turns into a murder investigation

remain vigilant

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Cibolo) -- A robbery case is now a murder investigation in nearby Cibolo.

A bank jugging incident remains a top priority for Cibolo Police Detectives.

They say 61-year-old James Doty died of injuries he sustained after being attacked and robbed by an unknown person while walking to his vehicle.

The incident happened on Thursday, June 15 in the 4400 block of Green Valley Road in Cibolo.

It’s another case of jugging.

Jugging is the term used to describe a crime where someone is

watching and following a person who they believe withdrew a large sum of money, who someone who they think might be traveling with large amounts of cash.

Cibolo police say based on bank video from Security Service Federal Credit Union, an unidentified black female wearing a surgical mask appears to be watching Doty conduct his banking business and then follows him out of the bank. The female then gets into a grey Chevrolet Impala that waits and follows Doty’s vehicle.

Investigation, pg 2

All of Guadalupe County encouraged to

Do you recognize me?

incident was reported just after 4:30 a.m. Wednesday.

Upon arriving at the scene, the Hispanic male fled the store. He is described as standing 5’8 and is believed to be anywhere between 40 and 50 years old. Surveillance

footage show him with no facial hair and wearing a long sleeve blue shirt with an American flag, black pants and a blue ball cap.

Seguin

Investigation, continued.

The Impala seen from the bank is caught circling the parking lot when Doty stops by a business on Green Valley Road.

Police say that’s when Doty exits the business and while entering his vehicle, a newer model gray Chevrolet Trailblazer drives up and stops behind Doty’s vehicle. A black male wearing a blue hoodie and a surgical mask exits the passenger side of the suspect vehicle and approaches Doty from behind striking him to the ground. A struggle on the ground is seen between the suspect and Doty before the suspect flees back to the Chevrolet Trailblazer with a white envelope in his hand, which is believed to contain the money that Doty had earlier withdrawn.

After the suspect flees from the scene, Doty is able enter his vehicle and drive away from the scene. Cibolo detectives say there were no calls to the police department to report the incident when it happened.

That call was not made until six days later on

Wednesday, June 21 when Doty apparently began acting strangely and suffered a fall.

On Thursday, June 22, officials say Doty’s symptoms began to worsen, and he was transported to a San Antonio area hospital for treatment.

While at the hospital, Doty fell into a coma and was placed on a ventilator. Doty reportedly died Wednesday, July 12.

This is yet another high-profile case of jugging in the area.

Seguin Police officials just last week announced the arrest of a couple from the Houston area, who were reportedly involved in jugging crimes here in this area. They say unfortunately, incidents of ‘bank jugging’ are on the rise across the country and they encourage residents to be aware of their surroundings, especially when withdrawing money from a banking institution.

Anyone with information on this latest jugging case should contact the Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers Hotline at 877-403-TIPS (8477).

(Seguin) -- The Seguin Police Department is hoping the community can help identify a man who reportedly used stolen gas cards to obtain $900 in fuel at Loves Truck Stop located in the 3100 block of IH 10 West. The

Police Detective says the case continues to remain under investigation.

Jobs, jobs plus more jobs

Seguin hiring event scheduled today at Seguin Coliseum

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) – Landing a new job this summer might just be in the cards for you.

A job fair exclusively featuring Seguin employers will be held today at the Seguin Coliseum.

The Seguin Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) is partnering with Workforce Solutions Alamo to host the Seguin Summer Job Fair today from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Josh Schneuker, the executive director of the Seguin Economic Development, says today’s job fair promises to be a prime opportunity for job seekers to connect with approximately 25 prominent employers all from the Seguin area.

“It is a little bit different than some of our previous job fairs that we’ve had as we have previously partnered with some of our communities within the Northeast San Antonio Metro Area. So, we are really excited to continue to help them find the labor that they need in order to meet the demands that they have and bring this job fair a little bit closer to our community at the Seguin Coliseum,” said Schneuker.

Schneuker says each participating employer brings a high level of competitiveness to the table.

“They are very competitive in terms of pay. I think the thing is a lot of these companies are willing to bring folks on that have the work ethic, that show up to work on time, are willing to put in the hours and in return, the company is going to make the investment in the employee whether that obviously be big pay or advancing that person’s career through additional training opportunities but I think this is a great opportunity for our local area and our local residents to find those high demand, high wage jobs that are right in our own backyard,” said Schneuker.

This job fair brings together a diverse array of local employers offering immediate openings in an extensive range of job skills, representing exciting opportunities for job seekers in the area.

“Just come out and see what is out there. There’s a ton of opportunity. It’s not all in manufacturing. We have a diversified group of employers that are going to be in attendance. So, I think there is a little bit for everybody so just come with an open mind and I think that confidence as well. There is something out there for you and there is definitely a job available for you here in Seguin,” said Schneuker.

Participating companies include Angel Pest Control Inc., Community Council of South-Central Texas Workforce “Yes!" Program, United Alloy, CMC Steel TX, EPMP, Cavco Homes, Tyson Foods, Inc., Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, Republic Plastics, Guadalupe County Adult Detention Center, Master’s Electrical Services, Caterpillar, Navarro ISD, Valdez Barbershop, Seguin Housing Authority, Minigrip, Seguin ISD, EPMP LTD, Minigrip LLC, Alamo Group Texas PSSI, Vitesco Technologies, Hexcel Corporation plus more.

Schneuker says he hopes partnering with Workforce Solutions Alamo for this in-person job fair will help them to match job seekers with Seguin employers who have open positions ready to fill. He says aspiring job seekers are also encouraged to dress professionally and bring multiple copies of their resumes to make the most of their interactions with potential employers at today’s job fair.

The Seguin Coliseum is located at 950 S. Austin St.

Navarro Grad Jaxen Monkerud Earns First Win with Seguin River Monsters

(Baton Rouge, LA) -- The Seguin River Monsters beat the Baton Rouge Rougarou 4-2 in Louisiana on Tuesday night.

Navarro High School grad Jaxen Monkerud picked up his first win of the season on the bump. The right hander went six innings allowing only one earned run while striking out four.

Monkerud is a freshman at West Texas A&M where he plays with his twin brother Kaden, who plays catcher. Both Monkerud brothers play for the River Monsters as well.

Jaxen Monkerud has made seven appearances for Seguin this season with four starts. He has struck out 15 batters in 22 and 2/3 innings pitched.

Kaden Monkerud has four RBI in 20 at-bats for the River Monsters this summer. Kaden has played in eight games for Seguin this season.

The Monsters will conclude their nineday road trip Wednesday night against the Acadiana Cane Cutters in Lafayette, Louisiana. Seguin is 10-9 in the second half of the Texas Collegiate League season after going 7-16 in the season’s first half.

The Monsters are off on Thursday and then they are back home for their final two home games of 2023 on Friday and Saturday nights. Friday night’s game against Acadiana is GVEC Night at Smokey Joe Williams Field with free admission. First pitch is set for 7:05 p.m.

Chris Austin

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.

No Word On Private’s Health

(El Paso, TX) -- An update could be coming on an Army soldier from Texas who crossed into North Korea and was taken into custody. The United Nations Command has started a conversation with the reclusive nation. It’s still not known what Private Travis King’s condition is or what it would take to get him back to Fort Bliss. He was being sent home last week after a drunken bar brawl but bolted from the airport. He joined a public tour of the Demilitarized Zone, and fled across the border.

Biden Officials Holding Meetings In Mexico On Opioid Crisis

(Washington, DC) -- Biden administration officials are in Mexico this week for meetings on the opioid crisis. President Biden’s homeland security adviser and other senior officials will meet with Mexican and Canadian officials to discuss joint efforts to fight the ongoing opioid epidemic. They’re also expected to discuss migration. This comes after Biden struck an agreement with Mexico and Canada earlier this year to crack down on the flow of illegal fentanyl.

Experts

Cast Doubts On Weight Loss Supplement

(San Antonio, TX) -- A popular injectable weight loss drug called Ozempic [[oh-’zem-pic]] is becoming hard to find, sending patients scrambling for an alternative. A supplement called Berberine is gaining steam on social media, but experts say it’s not a good replacement. Dr. Brian McFarlin of the University of North Texas has been running weight loss trials for years and says supplements can help, but only when combined with a lifestyle change. Berberine, he says, does not work on the body’s metabolism in the same way as Ozempic. Additionally, Dr. McFarlin says most of the claims about the so-called weight loss supplement have not been verified by large, peer-reviewed studies.

NJ Commission Will Study Social Media Effects On Kids

(Trenton, NJ) -- Governor Phil Murphy is creating a commission that will study the impact of social media on kids across New Jersey. The governor signed legislation that will set up the commission to look at the extent of social media usage both in and out of public schools, including the average time students spend on platforms. It will also look at how social media impacts students’ mental and physical health. The panel will be made of 19 members, and they’ll be required to release a final report that details its findings.

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 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.

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 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 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

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.

Rummage Sale

There will be a Rummage Sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4 and 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at the Cross Church Fellowship Hall, located at 814 N. Bauer St. in Seguin.

First Friday Feast

The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 4 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The beneficiary will be Pack the Bus and entertainment will be provided by Charlie and Wyatt.

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.

Kids Back to School Haircut Day

The Seguin Elks Lodge will have a free Kids Back to School Haircut Day from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 6 at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin.

Continued on the next page.

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 830379-6382.

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.

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

First Friday Feast

The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 1 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The beneficiary will be the Geronimo Volunteer Fire Department and entertainment will be provided by Brushy Creek.

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 830-3050472 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/carshow. Proceeds benefit St. James Catholic School. For questions, email stjamesclassiccarshow @gmail.com.

Continued on the next page.

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 830379-1796 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 830-305-0472 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 Work -

shop 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 830-305-0472 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 transferring 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 830-305-0472 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 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, drug-free program and need males, 19 years and up who would like to see the program grow by contributing time to help future citizens, boys and girls 8 to 18. Positions available include computer input, physical fitness training, planning/logistics, and medical. Contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or visit www.gvyoungmarines.org.

La Trinidad Blessing Box - Food Pantry

The La Trinidad United Methodist Church invites you to “Take what you need, Bring what you can, and above all be Blessed!” by its Blessing Box Food Pantry located at the corner of the church at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The Blessing Box is filled with items to help those in need.

The Country Church Attic

The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.

Clothing Ministry

The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further information call 830-303-6478.

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.

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

HUGE 4-FAMILY YARD SALE: 1030 FM 477 - Seguin, Friday and Saturday 8am to 3pm. W/M/C clothes, lots of household items, furniture and more!

GENERAL MANAGER

Darren Dunn

NEWS DIRECTOR

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

SPORTS DIRECTOR

Chris Austin

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

Lizz Daniels

MARKETING DIRECTOR

Nick Spence

ADVERTISING CONSULTANTS

Laurie Ann Heideke

Linda Duncan

DIGITAL MEDIA PRODUCER

Jarred Kindles

OFFICE MANAGER

Priscilda Rodriguez

RADIO PERSONALITY

Linda Duncan

The SEGUIN DAILY NEWS was begun as a single page flier in 1972 by the radio station and was distributed to local restaurants and coffee shops at the request of local businessmen who wanted something to read while they had their morning coffee.

It grew in size over the years, up to 4 pages, until 2002, when it was expanded to a 32 page small tabloid size news magazine.

The SEGUIN DAILY NEWS is now a free digital newspaper published every business day.

The SEGUIN DAILY NEWS offers a wide variety of ad sizes and advertising plans and contact information is available on our website.

Chantilly Lace & Seguin’s connection to rock ‘n roll history