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31, 2024
The end of an era, Randy’s Exxon closes its doors
Rare state gem wraps up final day of business
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- The days of having someone else pump your gas, clean your windshield, and check your oil are officially over, at least here in Seguin. Today, Randy’s Exxon, Seguin’s only full-service gas station and inspection center on East Court Street, is saying goodbye to the nostalgic practice.
Owner Randy Moore is closing up shop after 40 years of servicing the vehicle needs of local residents and opening up the bay doors for state vehicle inspections.
The end of Moore’s chapter is another casualty in the dying business model. In fact, he believes there are only 11 full-service gas stations still in existence in Texas.
“It’s been full service (since) around the 40s. I bought this place about 26 years ago. There are probably say about 11 of us left in the state of Texas. Me -- I’ve been staying with it for a pretty while so I don’t know if there are anymore out there staying a little longer than me but not too many. This is kind of a family thing (gas station business). It’s been in my family for 55 years. I came from Luling in 1998,” said Moore. Moore’s decision to close the
business follows the state’s move to no longer require safety inspections for vehicles starting Jan. 1, 2025. While it wasn’t the primary decision to say goodbye, he says it did weigh heavily in his decision to retire.
“It was used (inspections) to be able to pay my help and we did a lot of inspections so I saw the writing on the wall. I should have saw the writing on the wall last year but I thought I was going to go ahead and go another seven years and put new pumps in but about two weeks ago, I changed my mind,” said Moore.
Above all, Moore attributes the shutting down of a town staple as God’s timing.
“I think it’s the man upstairs that told me I was going the wrong way so I decided, hey, I’m going to close up and that’s what we are going to do and maybe try to sell this place. If it wasn’t for our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, I couldn’t get up everyday and all I’m telling you right now is this city is a blessed city. We’ve got a lot of god fearing people. In fact, it’s a great city to raise a family,” said Moore.
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Randy Moore (left) & Jimmy Rosas (right)
Tire fire reported at business in northern Guadalupe County
(Guadalupe County) -- A burning pile of tires and scrap metal kept area firefighters busy Tuesday morning.
Bryce Houlton, assistant fire marshal and emergency management coordinator for Guadalupe County, says the fire was reported at 8:45 a.m. at Roadrunner Recycling near Beback Inn Road and State Highway 123 North.
“Units arrived in the area to find a cloud of black smoke coming from behind a scrap metal yard in the 16,000 block of State Highway 123 North. The fire was contained to a pile of tires and scrap metal approximately 15 x 15. Crews were able to keep the fire from spreading to the other piles of debris and also a structure near by. Crews did a pretty good job in getting the fire put out quickly and cleared the scene right before noon,” said Houlton.
Houlton says it’s challenging for firefighters to encounter these types of fires, as there are always unknown risks.
“It’s definitely challenging. Not only because of the toxic nature of the fire. Tires are sometimes made of a petroleum product and there is usually other items in those piles at a scrap yard. I’m not exactly sure what can be in there. We had a couple of those large scrap metals fires at CMS Steele in the past and those have always been challenging because you are not putting water on wood. You are actually trying to snuff the fire out which can be a little more difficult because of the nature of how that material is piled up. The fire can kind of hide in there and burn for a while so it takes a lot of water and moving lots of stuff around. Of course, it’s not light. It’s metal and heavy
equipment and it’s sharp so it’s definitely a hazard for fire fighters to put that fire out,” said Houlton.
Assisting the York Creek Volunteer Fire Department were Guadalupe County Fire & Rescue, the city of San Marcos Fire Department, South Hays Fire Department, the city of New Braunfels Fire Department, and the Guadalupe County Fire Marshal’s Office.
New round of businesses to receive dollars from Help Seguin Shine
(Seguin) -- A trio of properties is getting a much deserved makeover thanks to funds approved by The Help Seguin Shine Task Force.
The grant awards totaling $7,500 are made possible from funds donated by City of Seguin utility customers and individual donations.
The 2023 award winners include the Texas Theater. The theater will receive an awning shade replacement in the amount of $2,500. The Seguin Heritage Museum will also use it's
$2,500 for building façade repair and clean-up. Also awarded $2,500 for façade repair for his Court Street business was Fabio Benjumea of Fabio's Jewelry.
Each applicant matched the award with volunteer labor and other donations. They now have one year to complete their projects before they can be reimbursed up to the amount of their grant.
The Help Seguin Shine fund is managed by a task force of eight
organizations and citizen boards. Those groups include the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce, Seguin Conservation Society, Seguin Guadalupe County Hispanic Chamber, Seguin NAACP/MLK Committee, Seguin Parks and Recreation Board, Seguin Planning and Zoning Board, and the Main Street Citizen Advisory Board. Proposals are judged on visibility, feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and community benefits. The task force
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York Creek Fire Crews push through the gates behind Roadrunner Recycling during Tuesday’s tire and scrap metal fire. Courtesy York Creek VFD Facebook.
TSTC names new campus provost
(New Braunfels) -- Texas State Technical College has named Mike Anderson as provost of its New Braunfels campus.
"Mike Anderson is a seasoned educator and the founding executive in charge of our New Braunfels campus," TSTC Chancellor and CEO Mike Reeser said. "His leadership is a key reason why his campus is growing."
Anderson began working in education in 2006 as a track coach in Vermont and since has worked at numerous colleges and universities across the United States. He came to TSTC in 2023 from Portland, Oregon, where he served as senior vice president at Multnomah University.
"I have purposely taken jobs with startups to build up, and not only build well, but quickly," he said.
Anderson is a native of Schertz, Texas, a town 16 miles from
Exxon, continued.
Moore adds that since he took over twenty-plus years ago, almost half of his clientele have died. He says it’s just the birth of new generations and the evolution of gas stations.
While things might have changed in the world, there are certainly things that have remained the same at Randy’s over the years. One constant was the duo you got with Randy and longtime employee Jimmy Rosas.
Moore says since the very beginning, Rosas, an inspector, has been working alongside him. He says that, following a 35-year career as a Seguin Fire Fighter, Rosas joined him on day one and has been working with him at the location for the last 22 years.
Rosas says that although today is bittersweet, he is very
New Braunfels. When he saw an opportunity to move back to Texas, he took it.
"I grew up driving through New Braunfels and always thought it would make a great college town," Anderson said. "Now here I am, turning it into a college town."
He holds a bachelor's degree in liberal arts from Thomas Edison State
appreciative of having been a part of the history of the gas station.
“We appreciate everyone that has come through here. It was a long ride for us and we enjoyed every minute of it. We were like mailmen, through rain, snow, sleet, sunshine, we were out there from day one till the final day,” said Rosas.
Although the pumps have officially been shut off, Moore and Rosas say they plan to finish off a full day on the job. They say it will also allow them to say “thank you.”
“I just want to thank the people of Seguin and thank my customers. I’m going to miss this place and also, I’m going to miss seeing some of these familiar faces that I have been seeing for years,” said Moore.
Randy’s Exxon is located at 502 E. Court St.
University. TSTC's New Braunfels campus is its newest.
In August 2023, TSTC partnered with the Texas Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (TX FAME) Lone Star Chapter to offer an Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial Systems - Advanced Manufacturing Technology in New Braunfels. In that program, students work at supporting businesses to gain handson instruction within the workforce. The campus's first student cohort began classes in fall 2023.
Additionally, the New Braunfels campus offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in Industrial SystemsElectrical Specialization, as well as a certificate of completion in Structural Welding.
Registration continues for the fall semester at TSTC. For more information, go to tstc.edu .
Mike Anderson has been named provost of TSTC's New Braunfels campus. Photo courtesy of TSTC.
Seguin boys force play-in game; Marion
Men’s Golf Picks Up GCAA Academic Honor
SEGUIN, Texas -- The Texas Lutheran men’s golf team earned an academic distinction from the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) on Tuesday.
TLU earned the publication’s Outstanding Team Academic Award,
landing on the All-Academic team.
The award requires a team grade point average of at least a 3.0. TLU earned a 3.39 GPA over the course of the 2023-24 season. Two hundred forty schools across six divisions earned a GCAA Outstanding Team Academic Award.
Last week, Tobey Wills and Caleb Kruse earned spots on the association’s AllAmerica Scholar list.
You can find all updates on TLU Golf on tlubulldogs.com, @tlugolf on Instagram, as well as all official Texas Lutheran Athletics social media accounts.
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VITAL STATISTICS
Belicek
Chloe Marie Belicek, age 17 of Seguin, went to Our Lord 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, the Gulf Coast Bombers 18u softball team, and an active member of St. James Catholic Church.
Chloe loved life and was a friend to everyone she met. She had a smile that could light up a room. She had an energy to her that kept others on their toes. She was smart and sassy, but in a good way.
Standing at a whopping 5 foot 4 inches, Chloe was larger than life and feared no one. She was well respected by her friends, teammates, teachers and coaches. She was outspoken and determined to do the right thing for herself and others, and she always defended her faith. She loved to hunt with her brothers and sister, even in the early morning cold. She loved to laugh with family and friends, especially gathering around the dinner table to share stories.
Strong in her faith, Chloe grew up in a Catholic family where she attended and graduated from St. James Catholic School. She was an active member of the St. James Youth Ministry and Junior Catholic Daughters of the Americas. She served our Lord as a responsible and diligent altar server on Sunday masses. To demonstrate her dedication of service to St. James, when she knew she had a softball game on Sunday morning after mass, under her altar server attire, she was dressed in her gameday uniform, ready to go. She was a “daughter” to many of the parishioners of St. James, especially to Father Greg and Father Dennis, who were the priests of the church. Because of her faith and family, Chloe was a role model to others, both younger and older than her.
Chloe attended Seguin High School for her Freshman, Sophomore and Junior years. While she was a good student in the classroom, she was a fierce competitor and focused athlete in volleyball & softball, and was an active member of the FFA. At times her daily schedule started before the sun came up and ended after it set. She played hard all the time and demanded the same from her teammates. She was tough on them when they made an error, but after the game, she showed love and encouragement. When things weren’t going her way on the court or field, she fought harder to be better. She was tough on others, but tougher on herself. She was a first-class athlete both on and off the field. Chloe was outspoken and a true leader. She motivated others and she always lead by example, both in faith and in life. After a long hard day
of school and sports practice, you could find Chloe on the tree swing in the front yard for much needed Chloe-time.
Growing up as the 2nd child of four, Chloe loved her family. As any child is expected, she did her chores, attended family functions and played with and supported her siblings. Living 5 miles outside of the City of Seguin, she treasured her family at home. She had a special bond with her siblings. Even though they fought and argued as siblings do, at the end of the day, love prevailed. She helped her parents with duties in the home, taking care of the land, running farm equipment, feeding cattle and other animals, and bringing in the harvest from their garden. She belonged to a close-knit family that ate and prayed together every day. Faith was so important to Chloe and her family that even on the road for out of town tournaments, she made it a point to attend mass.
Chloe dreamed of becoming a veterinarian and playing softball in college. She loved animals…chickens not so much. Chloe had the potential to play softball anywhere. She expressed interest in playing college ball in Florida or Tennessee, but getting closer to starting her high school senior year, Texas was where she wanted to play. While she considered Tarleton State University in Stephenville, her most recent decision was to play at Texas Lutheran University in Seguin.
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 on FM 1891 in Wied, Texas (0.6 miles north of US 90Alt 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.
Bittner
Lena Rose Bittner, age 59 of Seguin, gained her angel wings on July 28, 2024.
Lena was born on March 26, 1965 in Camp Pendleton, California. the daughter of Delroy H. Bittner and Elena Gonzales Bittner of Seguin, Texas.
Lena is preceded in death by her father, and nephew David P. Lohse.
Survivors include her loving and devoted mother, Elena; her brothers, Cesareo Guadarrama, III (Mary Ann), and Carl Bittner (Chavela); sister, Kathy Gannaway (Rick); numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews and cousins.
Lena was a precious delight, the shining star in our lives. Born with Downs Syndrome, Lena always had a bright smile and embraced every joy of life.
She enjoyed music, dancing, drawing, and cooking. She entered an art exhibit in the County Fair every year. She loved her Barbie’s and had quite a collection. Lena was always wanting to learn about her family heritage.
Always searching for pictures of family members and keeping a record of every birthday. Proud of her dad’s military service in the Marines she was extremely patriotic. She could rock the red, white, and blue! She loved celebrating every holiday with a flair! Lena attended schools in North Carolina, Texas and California. She graduated from Castle Park High School in Chula Vista, California. She also attended Community College in San Diego.
Lena participated in the Special Olympics, Girl Scouts, attended MHMR in Seguin, volunteered at Jefferson Elementary, Briesemeister Middle School and the Mini Mats Day Care.
Visitation will be held on Friday, August 2, 2024 at 9 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 10 a.m. and the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. Interment will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery.
The family would like to thank the staff of PAM in Luling, Elara Hospice Care and also thank the wonderful staff, nurses, cna’s, kitchen, and housekeeping at the Windsor Nursing Facility in Seguin. Thank you for taking care of our sweet Lena in her final days.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
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Greenwood
Pearl Ella Lemon Greenwood passed away recently.
Survivors include daughters: Diane Hicks and Sandra Greenwood Viewing will be held Wednesday July 31st, 2024 from 10am to 11am at New St. James Baptist Church. Funeral services will follow at 11 am. Burial will immediately follow at Fort. Sam Houston National Cemetery. Services Entrusted to: Crenshaw Funeral Home, 216 Blumberg St., Seguin, Tx. 78155 830-303-2208
Souvenir
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
Blood Test Can Detect Alzheimer’s 90% Of Time
(Lund, Sweden) -- A new blood test developed in Sweden can determine if memory loss is a result of Alzheimer’s disease with more then 90 percent accuracy. A study found the test, called p-tau217, was more accurate than diagnoses from specialists or primary care doctors. The results were published Sunday in the Journal of the American Medical Association.
Man arrested in connection with counterfeit cancer drugs
(Houston, TX) -- A man from India is facing charges that he sold thousands of counterfeit cancer drugs to people in the U.S. Sanjay Kumar was arrested in Houston Friday while he was in the country to allegedly negotiate more fraudulent deals, according to the Justice Department. He’s accused of selling counterfeit Keytruda and other medicine to people who thought they were getting the real thing. He’s charged with one count of conspiracy to traffic in counterfeit drugs and four counts of trafficking in counterfeit drugs and faces up to 20 years in prison on each count.
Pediatricians Warn Against Rapid Rise In Tongue-Tie Surgery
(Itasca, IL) -- The American Academy of Pediatrics is warning against a rapid rise in tongue-tie surgery. The Academy looked at studies done in the U.S., England and Canada and found an almost ten-fold increase in tongue-tie diagnosis between 1997 and 2012 and another doubling between 2012 and 2016. They say most of the time surgery to cut a band of tissue near the bottom of an infant’s mouth so it can latch on better during breastfeeding is unnecessary. They’re recommending that doctors approach tongue-tie cases by consulting first with lactation experts and speech pathologists.
Measles Exposure Warning
(Portland, OR) -- The Oregon Health Authority is warning of potential exposures to measles in Marion County. They all happened on July 17th. Two are at Walmarts, the third is at a Safeway supermarket. Measles is highly contagious. The virus can remain in the air for two hours after an infected person has left a room. People who shopped or worked there that day are being advised to look for symptoms and to call ahead before going to their doctor or a medical facility.
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Guadalupe County Fair Seeking Volunteers
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.
Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program
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.
Sand Hills VFD True Texas BBQ Fundraiser
The Sand Hills VFD will have a True Texas BBQ Fundraiser from 5 to 9 p.m. on Wednesday, July 31 at True Texas BBQ, located inside of H-E-B. The Sand Hills VFD will receive a percentage of the sales during the selected time period.
August
Fan Distribution Event
The Community Council of South Central Texas in partnership with TXU Energy will distribute fans to South Central Texas families from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 1 at 953 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-3793022.
Caregiver Cafe
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 830-2720040, ext. 104 and leave a message.
Parkinson’s Support Group
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.
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. 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.
Garage/Rummage Sale
The Guadalupe County Humane Society will have its Garage/Rummage Sale at 8 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 3 behind the businesses located at 2511 N. State Hwy 46. There will be household items, home décor, school clothes, tools, yard and garden items and furniture. All proceeds help sustain GCHS’ daily operations, as well as help finance our low-cost Spay/Neuter program.
Library Celebrates Comics & Pop Culture at MiniCon
The Seguin Public Library will wrap up the “Adventure Begins,” Summer Reading Experience with the library’s annual MiniCon from noon to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3. The keynote program will be Mari Mancusi, Emmy Award winning television news producer and author of middle grade, young adult and new adult novels. Participants can also celebrate pop culture in the Artists Alley and exhibitors area, attend panels, and enjoy gaming and cosplay. There will also be a cosplay contest for children, teens and adults. Learn more at www. library.seguintexas.gov or call 830-401-2422.
Immanuel Lutheran Church Festival
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.
Refugee III Church Free Backpacks with School Supplies
The Refuge III Church will be giving away free backpacks with school supplies from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 4 at 7535 Elm Creek Rd. Children must be present.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
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 830-305-8829.
Greater Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church Pastor’s Anniversary Celebration
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.
Seguin Fire Department Fan Drive
The Seguin Fire Department Fan Drive is currently underway. Fans will be available to households (within the Seguin city limits only) that are without air conditioning. Fans can be picked up between 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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City of Seguin Blood Drive
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.
Animal Clay Sculpture and Tile Glazing Class
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 830-305-0472.
The Gathering Music Show and Dance
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.
Women of Influence Conference
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.
Pecan Valley Communicators
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.
Auxiliary Unit 245 Market Days
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit 245 will host a Market Days from 6 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 9 in the parking lot, located at 628 E.
Kingsbury St. in Seguin. There will be vendors, a silent auction, 50/50 drawing, cold drinks, and food for sale.
Elm Creek Community Cemetery Association Meeting
There will be an Elm Creek Community Cemetery Association Meeting at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 11 at 1951 Settlers Way in Seguin. Donations for continued maintenance is greatly appreciated. For more information or questions, call or text 210-414-3308.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
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.
Seguin Elks Lodge Free Kids Cuts
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 830-303-5844.
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.
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.
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Guadalupe County Educational Course
The NAMI Guadalupe County will host a free educational course for adult family members, significant others and friends of people with mental health conditions in Schertz. Classes begin Aug. 20 and will meet each Tuesday evening for eight weeks. Find details and register at www.namiguadalupecounty.org.
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
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.
Rising Stars of Guadalupe County
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.
Food Distribution Event
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.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
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.
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Goodbye Summer All Media Show
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.
September
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
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 830-305-8829.
The Gathering Music Show and Dance
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.
Chamber State of the City Membership Luncheon
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.
Leadership Seguin Application Deadline
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.
FFA Pantherfest and Tractor Pull
The Navarro FFA Booster Club will have its Panther-
fest 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. Presale tickets are $25 and a limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $30. For tickets, email navarroffaboosters@gmail.com.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
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 830-305-8829.
Mid-Texas Symphony
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.
Food Distribution Event
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.
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
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.
Seguin Area Chamber Annual Banquet & Awards Presentation
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.
October
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children
Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 15 at the Seguin Public Library.
Kiki Camarena Run – Ride To Be Drug Free
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 423-2279610 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.
November
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.
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Mid-Texas Symphony
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.
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.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.
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.
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.
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 selfpaced, 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 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.
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ITEMS FOR SALE
ESTATE SALE: 435 Pine Meadow Road - Friday, 8/2, Saturday, 8/3 and Sunday, 8/4 from 8am to 3pm. Big house full of treasures, TOO much to mention! Don't miss this sale!!
FOR SALE: Whirlpool fridge
$300, 5’ x 12’ utility trailer $1700, Washer and Dryer $600, 54” glass table plus 6 metal chairs $400, 4 metal bar chairs $100 (it’s a matching set) Call 830-212-0463.
PUBLIC NOTICE
LEGAL NOTICE: Notice of Proposed Tower Construction - Tower construction at the following geographical coordinates is proposed: 2940-46.5N, 097-54-19.9W.
The proposed construction site is located approximately 0.60 mi (0.96 km) northwest of County Road (CR) 2623 and CR 20 intersection in Seguin, Guadalupe County, Texas. The structure will be
self-supporting lattice tower of approximately 100 feet above ground level. No special lighting is anticipated, with the final lighting determination to be made by the FAA. Form 854 File Number A1290157 can be referenced. Interested persons may review the application by going to www.fcc.gov/ asr/applications and entering the Form 854 File Number. Environmental concerns may be raised by filing a Request for Environmental Review with
the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The FCC strongly encourages interested parties to file Requests for Environmental Reviews online and instructions to do so can be found at www.fcc.gov/asr/ environmental. To file a Request for Environmental Review by paper copy, the mailing address is: FCC Requests for Environmental Review, Attn: Ramon Williams, 445 12th Street SW, Washington, DC 20554.
