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Tickets and sponsorship opportunities remain available for this weekend’s seventh annual Allan Dreibrodt Memorial Fundraiser. The event takes place this weekend, Saturday August 3 at the Colmbus Club of Seguin located at 1015 S. Austin St. See story on page 2.
Seguin mourns loss of SHS athlete killed in area car crash
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- The Seguin community continues to mourn the loss of a local Seguin High School teen who died following injuries sustained in a vehicle crash last week in San Marcos.
San Marcos Police responded to the crash before 5 p.m. Wednesday on State Highway 123 near Love-Lady Lane. The teen, Chloe Belicek, died a day later, just after 8 p.m.
Immediately after hearing the news, Seguin community members joined the Matador Family to comfort her family. Personal tributes continue to
pour in on social media, remembering the 17-yearold, who is described as an elite athlete. She played on the high school softball and volleyball varsity teams and was also an active member of the FFA. Most of the praise, however, has been on the teen’s strong and positive spirit.
In her post, Kristin Daws-Dailey, the wife of Seguin Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Craig Dailey, states that “she was the light in the dark. Belicek, pg. 3
(Seguin) -- Allan Dreibrodt’s legacy for agriculture and youthrelated programs continues to grow each year that he is missed, and that’s all thanks to his family’s commitment to continue the passion he left behind.
Son Brannon Dreibrodt says tickets are still available for this Saturday’s 7th Annual Allan Dreibrodt Memorial Fundraiser to be held at the Columbus Club of Seguin (formerly the KC) Hall.
For the last several years, Brannon says the event, which bears the name of his late father, has been a major player when it comes to raising money for local kids involved in agriculture-related programs, like 4-H and FFA.
Brannon says his dad, despite his battle with ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Disease), always put others first. Whether he was fulfilling the role of an ag teacher or local banker, he says his dad always managed to give back to his community.
“My dad did a lot in this community. He was big on agriculture. He was big in youth in agriculture. He was an FFA advisor. He was an Ag teacher. Back in ‘89, he was diagnosed with ALS and was given four years to live. He told me he was going to prove them wrong. Sure enough he did. He lived for 30 years with it and when he passed away in 2017 -- we say 30 years because he really started showing symptoms of it years but he started writing his memoirs back in the mid 90s but he said that if he ever got those published, he didn’t want any money from it. He wanted all the funds to go to youth and agriculture. So whenever we sold books, we put them in a bank account and we just let that build up and then when he passed away in 2017, 2018 came around and with Wells Fargo, he would always go and do the projects for them so he’d go to the auction and he’d buy for Wells Fargo and
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
we decided in 2018 after he passed away, you know he wanted to give this money to youth and agriculture so why don’t we do that. So I put together that money and, then I sold about $1,800 worth of sports memorabilia that I had and we took that and I think mom took some money out of her pocket and we gave away our first three scholarships and we went from that,” said Dreibrodt.
Brannon says witnessing his dad’s life led to the start of this very successful scholarship fundraiser.
“We decided to do an event in 2018. We did really well with that event and every year from then, it got even better and better including 2020 when everything was shut down and it’s been just better and better every year and it’s all for kids in agriculture. It’s for FFA. It’s for 4H. It’s for these kids that are showing these projects that are trying to put together money for college and help themselves and help out the future. It was a big part of my dad’s life so it’s a big part of our lives now. We just want to pass on his legacy and keep helping out this community,” said Dreibrodt.
This weekend’s fundraiser includes dinner by Next Door Catering, live and silent auctions, a liquor raffle, gun raffle and a dance featuring music by Gary Glenn &
The 20X Band.
Brannon says folks also have time to become a sponsor for the event. He says three sponsorship levels are available.
“So the Lonestar Sponsorship ($1,000) gets an appreciation gift, 10 event tickets, four gun raffle entries, 20 drink tickets, social media advertisement, logo on the banner. Chapter Sponsorship ($500) gets four event tickets, two gun raffle entries, eight drink tickets, social media advertisement and logo on event banner and Greenhand (Sponsorship, $250) gets two event tickets, one gun raffle entry, four drink tickets, social media advertisement and logo on the event banner. So, everybody gets something special no matter what level they are and we have a lot of businesses that are not even going to make it but they are still doing a sponsor because they want to help the community,” said Dreibrodt. Individual tickets are $50 for adults and $25 for kids ages 7 to 12. Pre-sale tickets can be picked up at Gift & Gourmet. They may also be purchased by calling Brannon at 830-305-6037.
Doors open at 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3. The Columbus Club of Seguin Hall is located at 1015 S. Austin St.
(Seguin) -- The sounds of a summer tradition officially wrapped up this week on the marching grounds of Texas Lutheran University. Since 2019, The Texas Hill Country’s Fredericksburg High School’s awardwinning marching band has chosen TLU as its summer location for band camp.
This year, the group arrived on campus on Saturday, July 20, and stayed through Wednesday the 24th. TLU’s Tracy Donley says
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their days on campus were packed with marching rehearsals, sectional practices, and music enough to fill the Weston Center-but they also scheduled plenty of time for fun and games.
Director Brian Hecimovich, who’s been leading the band since 2021, says the organization likes the fact that TLU is close to home and that they have some personal connections here as well, like Jeremy Kindla and Carla Hulcy, both of
The smile that would always brighten your day, the hug that was needed and the wittiness that was appreciated. She was the first to arrive and the last to leave. She is the type of kid that everybody wanted to be around because her presence radiated light.”
Even folks who have never met Belicek have since passed on their condolences to family and friends.
One of those remembering her spirit was Lori Major Redix who writes, “Chloe, sweet girl, before a couple of days ago, I did not know you. Now, I feel that I am proud to know who you are. My husband, Coach Philip Redix, said you were special. He says you were just a really good kid, the kind you wish was your own child. He said you had great manners and were so happy. He said you were a joy to have around. He could see your potential and knew you were a champion in the way you performed. Until, a couple of days ago, I hadn’t had a conversation with him about you but sadly, this tragic event gave him a reason to tell me who you were.”
The community can find a host of many other similar posts praising Belicek for the life she lived. Several prayer gatherings have already been held in her honor. A number
whom work with the band, and both of whom are TLU alumni.
With another successful band camp in the books, the band director continues to praise the TLU summer experience and adds that “it just keeps getting better and better.”
TLU is available for camps and conferences throughout the summer up until Aug. 1. To inquire about booking next summer, contact Director of University Events Jonathan Zitelman.
of folks attended a prayer gathering on Friday at Matador Stadium. A moment of silence outside her family’s church, St. James Catholic Church, was also held on Saturday. A regularly scheduled mass, dedicated in her memory, also followed that afternoon.
A full investigation into the crash continues this week. However, initial investigation, according to San Marcos Police, indicates that after a minor collision, the driver of a Ford four-door passenger vehicle got out to “possibly” exchange insurance and/or figure out the damage with the driver of the other vehicle. While that driver was able to pull their vehicle off the roadway, the Ford vehicle sat disabled in the roadway will Belicek still inside in the passenger seat.
That’s when officers say a third vehicle, a Dodge pickup truck, collided with the back end of the Ford, critically injuring the teen. The driver and sole occupant of the Dodge was also transported to the hospital with non-lifethreatening injuries.
San Marcos Police say, at this time, it’s also unclear whether any charges will be filed.
Meanwhile, a Chloe Strong Memorial Fund has been set up at First United Bank in Seguin. Donations will be collected to help the family with funeral and medical costs. The bank is located at 200 N. Austin St.
SEGUIN, Texas -- Texas Lutheran women’s tennis freshman Lindsay Beville (New Braunfels/Canyon) has been honored as a 2024 Scholar-Athlete by the Intercollegiate Tennis Association (ITA) for her outstanding academic success, the outlet announced.
To be named an ITA Scholar-Athlete, one must have a grade point average of at least 3.5 (on a 4.00 scale) for the current academic year.
As a freshman, Beville earned SCAC Player of the Week and All-Sportsmanship Team honors for her performance on the court, winning five singles matches in her first season as a Bulldog.
For more information on Texas Lutheran tennis, follow the Bulldogs on Twitter and Instagram (@TLUtennis) and as always you can find updates on all Texas Lutheran athletics on tlubulldogs. com and all official TLU social media channels (@tluathletics on Twitter, @tlu_athletics on Instagram and TikTok, and @tlubulldogs on Facebook).
Chloe Marie Belicek, age 17 of Seguin, passed away on July 25, 2024.
Chloe was born on May 17, 2007, in New Braunfels, Texas to Christina Marie (Machicek) and Brian Timothy Belicek. She was a member of the Seguin High School Class of 2025 and an active member of St. James Catholic Church.
Chloe is preceded in death by her paternal grandfather, Julius Eugene Belicek, and her cousin, Faith Janak.
Survivors include her loving parents, Christina and Brian Belicek; brothers, Timothy Belicek and Gregory Belicek; sister, Audrey Belicek; maternal grandparents, Mary and Joe Machicek; paternal grandmother, Theresa Belicek; numerous aunts, uncles, great aunts, great uncles, cousins, other
loving family members, and an entire community of friends including her St. James Catholic Church family, Seguin Matador family, and Gulf Coast Bombers Softball organization.
Visitation will begin on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at St. James Catholic Church from 5 to 7 p.m. The recitation of the Holy Rosary will begin on Thursday, August 1, 2024, at 9: 30 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. with the Reverend Monsignor Dennis Darilek and the Reverend Gregory J. Nevlud officiating. A reception will follow at the Columbus Club Hall in Seguin. Graveside services and interment will follow at 5 p.m. at St. Ludmilla’s Catholic Cemetery in Wied, Texas, 97 US Hwy 1891 (between Shiner and Hallettsville).
Memorial contributions may be made to the Chloe Strong Memorial Fund, c/o First United Bank, 200 N. Austin St., Seguin, Texas, 78155.
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.
Esther Rodriguez Souvenir died July 18th,2024 at the age of 40. Visitation will be held Friday August 2nd at 10AM from the Huebner Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints,7420 Huebner Rd.,San Antonio, TX with services beginning at 11AM and a 2:15 interment at Ft.Sam Houston National Cemetery. She is survived by her husband, Hugh Souvenir II,son, Alejandro Charles; mother, Fecilitas Delgadillo;sisters,Zoey Delgadillo and Felicitas Vasquez(David);and brother,Johnathan Ray Rodriguez(Sandra). Arrangements entrusted to the reverent care of Eunice and Lee Mortuary
(Undated) -- Getting a shot twice a year can help prevent HIV infections, if you can afford it. A new study of women in South Africa and Uganda found that out of five-thousand women who got shots of lenacapavir, none got HIV. Here in the U.S., getting those shots costs more than 42-thousand-dollars a year. The study was published this week in the New England Journal of Medicine.
(Teaneck, NJ) -- Health experts are talking about what to look for as a Listeria outbreak hits a dozen states, including New York and Pennsylvania and killing one person in New Jersey. Holy Name Medical Center Infectious Disease Dr. Suraj Kumar Saggar [[ Sugger ]] says most people are able to get over Listeria with minimal symptoms like vomiting or diarrhea and taking over the counter medications. However, Doctor Saggar says high risk groups, like young children, elderly adults, and pregnant women, are ten times more likely to likely to be infected. Deli products like unpasteurized milk and raw cheeses can be linked to Listeria, but people infected this time say they recently ate deli meat.
(Washington, DC) -- Toxic “forever chemicals” are being found more in pesticides in the U.S. Those pesticides, according to a study published in Environmental Health Perspectives, are used widely on foods like corn, wheat, kale, spinach, apples and strawberries. These chemicals, known as PFAS, have been linked to various illnesses including cancers and thyroid disease.
(Sacramento, CA) -- The California National Guard is working hard to get fentanyl off the streets. Governor Gavin Newsom announced over eight-million fentanyl pills have been seized in the first six months of this year. In June alone, the Cal Guard Counterdrug Task Force helped seize more than one-million pills of the deadly drug. Newsom says the state is doubling down on tackling the opioid crisis, intercepting illegal drugs at the border and holding traffickers accountable.
The Guadalupe County Fair is seeking more volunteer members. Also seeking to partner with businesses or organizations for volunteers during the Fair. Needed areas include the rodeo ticket admissions and food and beverage ticket sales. For volunteer member applications or to register your business or organization to volunteer, visit www.gcfair. org or call 830-379-6477. Save the date for the Guadalupe County Fair on Oct. 10 - 13 at the Seguin Events Complex. Follow the fair on Facebook and Instagram @GuadalupeCo. FairAssociation.
The Seguin Police Department and the Seguin Fire Department are collecting clear backpacks for students. The backpacks will be donated to the Seguin Housing Authority. The donation period ends on Tuesday, July 30. Backpack donations will be accepted at the Seguin Police Department, located at 350 N. Guadalupe St. or any of the following Seguin Fire Stations: Station 1 – 110 Elm St., Station 2 – 650 South Highway 46, Station 3 – 1330 Highway 123 bypass North, or at Fire Administration, located at 660 South Hwy 46.
The Guadalupe County Citizens Election Academy offers free courses to help citizens understand the election process. The twoday sessions will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30, Friday, Aug. 2, Tuesday, Aug. 6, and Thursday, Aug. 8. Registration is required by calling 830-303-6363. For more information, visit www.co.guadalupe.tx.us/ elections/index.php?content=election_academy.
The Seguin Elks Lodge will have a Membership Mixer at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 30 at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. There will be an opportunity to enjoy appetizers, a refreshing drink and learn how the local Elks Lodge is investing in the community.
The City of Seguin is now accepting applications for the Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to a 75 percent matching grant, with a maximum grant awarded to an applicant not to exceed $10,000. Improvements and other expenditures eligible under the Seguin BIG Program include facade improvements, sign improvements, site improvements, and other real property improvements. Program Guidelines and Applications are available online at www. SeguinTexas.gov or at www.SeguinEDC.com. Applications must be submitted through the BIG application portal which can be accessed by visiting: https://bit.ly/seguin-big24 by the close of business on the last day of each month. For more information, visit www.SeguinEDC.com, or call 830-401-2476.
There will be a Caregiver Cafe at 9 a.m. on the 1st Thursday of the month at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church and at 2 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of the month at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church. This will be an informal gathering for caregivers to share with each other over a cup of coffee and refreshments while learning stress-relieving, relaxation techniques or hearing from guest speakers on helpful subjects. For more information, call 830-272-0040, ext. 104 and leave a message.
The Gonzales Area Parkinson’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. the 1st Thursday of each month in the Fellowship Hall at the Presbyterian Church, located at 414 St. Louis St. in Gonzales. For more information visit lonestarparkinsonsociety.com or email gapsg23@gmail.com.
The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 2 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The June entertainment will be provided by Shelby Rae Marshall
and the Beneficiary will be Our Lady of Guadalupe Food Pantry.
The Immanuel Lutheran Church will have its 19th Annual Church Festival beginning at 9 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 4 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, raffles, country store, and face painting. Dinner and events will take place at the Chamber of Commerce Park, located at 12301 US Hwy. 87 W. in La Vernia.
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 4. Entertainment will be provided by the Merles. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.
The Greater Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church will celebrate its Pastor’s 6th Anniversary at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 4. The guests will be Pastor Arthur A. McDonald and the Sledge Chapel Baptist Church of Kyle.
The Seguin Fire Department Fan Drive is currently underway. Fans will be available to households (within the Seguin city limits only) that are without air conditioning. Fans can be picked up between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Municipal Court/Fire Administration building, located at 660 S. Hwy 46. A picture ID and proof of residency is required. limit one fan per household. If you received a fan last year, you are ineligible this year. If you would like to donated a fan, please drop off donations at the Municipal Court/Fire Administration building. For more information, call 830-401-2321 or email ltrevino@seguintexas.
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The City of Seguin will have a Blood Drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 6 in the Bloodmobile that will be located at the Coliseum parking lot (950 South Austin St.). Schedule your donation at www. southtexasblood.org. For more information, contact Jennifer Gauna at 830-401-2471.
The Seguin Art League will offer an Animal Clay Sculpture and Tile Glazing Class from 1 to 3 p.m. for ages 10 and up on Tuesday, Aug. 6 and Wednesday, Aug. 7 and on Wednesday, Aug. 17 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The class will teach how to draw animals, focusing on form and texture and will demonstrate how to model clay to create form. Day 3 will focus on glazing and a fun tile. For more information, call 830305-0472.
The Gathering Music Show and Dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. On Tuesday, Aug. 6 at the Geronimo VFW. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. with a $10 admission. The entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Women of Influence Conference on Wednesday, Aug. 7 and Thursday, Aug. 8 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. For ticket information, visit www.seguinchamber.com or call 830-379-6382.
The Pecan Valley Communicators, a community group who help others become confident speakers, we meet at 6:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. Visit us at www.pecanvalleycommunicators.org
Geronimo
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 11. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
The Seguin Elks Lodge will offer Free Kids Cuts from noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 11 at 1331 CH Matthies JR in Seguin. Adult cuts will also be available for $10. There will be free kids cuts by a licensed cosmetologist, a free gift bag, and snacks while you wait. For more information, call 830-3035844.
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 second Monday of each month at First Methodist Church Seguin. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.
2024 Guadalupe County 4-H Awards Banquet
The 2024 Guadalupe County 4-H Awards Banquet will be held at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 13 at the Seguin Coliseum. Dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m., followed by the awards at 6:30 p.m. RSVP with the Extension office by Thursday, Aug. 1 by calling 830-303-3889.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 18. Entertainment will be provided by The Possee. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
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.
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 20 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. TX-46 in Seguin.
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce’s Young Professionals will recognize Guadalupe County’s most promising young professional at its Rising Stars of Guadalupe County event from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 21 at the Texas Theatre, located at 425 N. Austin St. in Seguin. The event is free, however, registration will be required. To register and for more information, call 830-379-6382.
There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, August 24 at GRMC, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, August 25. Entertainment will be provided by Brandon Rosage. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
The Seguin Art League will receive entries for its Goodbye Summer All Media Show from 10 a.m. to noon on Wednesday, Aug. 31 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The juried show runs until Oct. 12. Categories are photography, 2D, and 3D. The member fee is $15 per artwork and the non-member fee is $20 per artwork. There will be awards in each category. A prospectus is available on the Seguin Art League website. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
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The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 1. Entertainment will be provided by Paul Sanchez. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-3058829.
The Gathering Music Show and Dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 3 at the Geronimo VFW. The doors open at 5:30 with at $10 admission. The entertainment will be provided by Tony Booth. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its State of the City Membership Luncheon beginning with check-in and networking at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 4 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The guest speakers will be Mayor, Donna Dodgen and City Manager, Steve Parker. The cost is $20 for chamber members with RSVP and $25 for future members. To RSVP, call 830-379-6382.
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for its Leadership Seguin program that builds community leaders. The target is to attract emerging leaders who have established themselves as having leadership potential and have shown a concern for Seguin’s future. The deadline to apply is Friday, Sept. 6. For more information, call 830-379-6382.
The Navarro FFA Booster Club will have its Pantherfest and Tractor Pull on Saturday, Sept. 7 at The Big Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Rd. The Tractor Pull begins at 10 a.m. with a $30 a hook fee. Food trucks will be on site from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Pantherfest will run from 5 to 11:30 p.m. with a catered meal by Schulze’s Pit Room. There will also be a dance with music provided by Cross Roads. Pre-sale tickets are $25 and a limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $30. For tickets, email navarroffaboosters@gmail.com.
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 8. Entertainment will be provided by Czechaholics. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-3058829.
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will open its season with Ravel’s Bolero, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 8 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony. org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 16 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 17 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. TX-46 in Seguin.
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Annual Banquet & Awards Presentation at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 18 at the Seguin Coliseum. The doors open at 5 p.m. The theme is Start Spreading the News.
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15 at the Seguin Public Library.
The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines will have its 5th Annual Kiki Camarena Run – Ride to Be Drug Free from 9 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 19 at the Veterans Outreach Center, located at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. There will be a motorcycle run, chili-dog plate sale, silent
auction, and vendors. For more information, contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or email gvyoungmarines@gmail.com
Food Distribution Event
There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 21 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Sibelius’ Second Symphony, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3 at Canyon High School PAC in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony. org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. TX-46 in Seguin.
Food Distribution Event
There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at GRMC, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.
December
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. TX-46 in Seguin.
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Merry Melodies, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 15 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
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February
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Puttin On the Ritz, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Brauntex Theatre in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
March
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Bond and Beyond, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 30 at the New Braunfels Civic and Convention Center in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
April
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Ode to Joy, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 27 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Ongoing Community Calendar Items
CCSCT Utility Assistance Application for 2024
Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also 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.
Heritage Museum Calendars
The Heritage Museum is selling 2024 Then and Now Themed Calendars. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www. heritagemuseum.net. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.
Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.
Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830-303-4188 ext. 1249.
Precious Life Services 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.
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.
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 Tues -
days, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
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.
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 is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.
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 830303-6478.
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 the second month in a row, the number of people unemployed has risen in our area and across Texas. The latest data from June 2024 shows a 4.2 percent unemployment rate for the eight-county San Antonio-New Braunfels metropolitan statistical area (MSA). The unemployment rate was 3.5 percent in May and 3.3. percent in April. Statewide unemployment is at 4.5 percent, up from 3.8 percent in May.
While there is a decrease in employment, the civilian labor force showed strong growth last month, adding nearly 50,000 Texans. Industries that added the most jobs were Construction, Private Education and Health Services.
We’re doing better than many other states and regions, however challenges still exist for those wanting to work. For instance, maintaining employment is hard to do when consistent childcare is unavailable.
Workforce Solutions Alamo helps working families receive assistance for quality childcare in your area. To qualify for financial help, family income must be below 85% of the state median income, which for a family of four would be $6,691 or less. Parents must be working, attending school or in training at least 25 hours a week or a combination of 50 hours for two-parent households. Unemployed parents may receive up to three months of childcare while searching for employment.
Enrollment in the childcare program is subject to the availability of funds. The need for childcare services is great in our community; therefore, we currently maintain
a list of families interested in enrolling in the childcare program.
Workforce Solutions Alamo staff works hard to find resources that open more opportunities for quality childcare spots. Texas Mutual Insurance Company just announced Workforce Solutions Alamo is one of this year’s recipients of $100,000 in grant money that helps non-profits like ours provide learning support for working families. We plan to use these funds to purchase curriculum for our childcare network, among other projects. So where do you start? Workforce
Solutions Alamo has 16 one-stop career centers throughout the 13-county region we serve. In addition to childcare resources, we provide job seekers employment information, and career development training opportunities. Whether you need a computer to fill out an application, want to explore training opportunities or get resume advice, our team is ready to help connect employers and employees.
We’ve also worked to make sure these centers are located near you. Call (210) 224HELP (4357) or go to workforcesolutionsalamo. org to find the closest location.
