AMAZING DONATIONS!
Back to school donations continue to pour in over at Navarro ISD. District officials say Panther Partners at Pecan Country Chiropractic recently delivered “an incredible donation of school supplies, backpacks and lunch boxes.” Courtesy Navarro ISD Facebook.
Candidates officially file for a spot on the city of Seguin ballot
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- The political races have been set in the city of Seguin. City Secretary Kristin Mueller Monday night released a list of the candidates that have filed for mayor and available city council seats.
The deadline to file for a place on the November 5 ballot was 5 p.m. Monday.
Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen has filed for reelection, and she will be challenged by newcomer Francisco Luciano Herrera.
The District 2 city council race will feature David Eveld and Mario Hernandez.
The District 2 seat is currently vacant following the death of Councilwoman Sonia Mendez earlier this year.
Two candidates will also face off in the District 4 council race.
The candidates include John Carlsson and Ileen Rangel.
Rangel is the wife of current
District 4 Councilman Chris Rangel, who is no longer eligible to run for re-election due to term limits.
A trio of candidates will appear on the ballot for District 6 seat on the Seguin City Council.
Incumbent Monica Carter faces challengers Felix Moreno and Suzanne Wynn.
The only uncontested race will be the District 1 council seat.
Councilman Joe Rea will run unopposed during the November 5 general election.
Filing deadline in Seguin ISD results in unresolved seat
(Seguin) -- Two races are set, and one remains unresolved in the Seguin ISD.
The school district’s candidate filing deadline ended Monday for individuals interested in serving on the Seguin ISD Board of Trustees.
There are no contested races for the Seguin School Board.
Incumbent Grace Mueller was the only candidate to file for her District 3 seat.
Lisa Burns is the lone candidate
to file for the District 6, which is currently held by Benito “Ben” Amador, who decided not to seek
Several candidates seek seat on the Navarro ISD
(Geronimo) -- Several names have been tossed into the hat for available seats on the Navarro ISD Board of Trustees.
Three at-large seats are available on the Navarro School Board. Each seat would have a four-year term.
There's one unexpired term also available for a seat previously held by Trustee Hank Dietert, who resigned earlier this year. This seat would be for the two years remaining on Dietert's term.
Candidates running for the three fullterm positions include Kimberly Jones, Kristen Green, Becki Stephenson, Kyle Hunter, Melissa Sartain, Megan Ossinger, Clint Scheib and Jared Gallini.
Candidates seeking to fill the twoyear unexpired term include Russell Trotti, Jacob Coppedge, Matthew Reed and Joel Frederick.
Navarro ISD voters will choose their top candidates during the November 5 general election.
reelection.
In District 1, the future of that seat remains unclear. Incumbent Carl Jenkins, who serves as the board’s vice-president, did not file for reelection.
District officials say due to no one filing for the seat, the school board will now have the responsibility of appointing a trustee to the seat within the next 180 days. Jenkins’ term runs through the November election period.
Filing deadline this Thursday for city of Marion
(Marion) -- Those looking to secure a spot on the city council ballot for the city of Marion have a couple of more days in which to do so.
The extra time is being provided due to the time and date in which the election was ordered by the Guadalupe County Commissioners Court.
That's according to Guadalupe County Elections Administrator Lisa Hayes.
As reported last month, the county was obligated by law to order the election after the city missed its opportunity to call its own election in May and it received a petition from voters in Marion.
According to the elections office, Guadalupe County is required by the local government code section to hold an Election under Special Circumstances to fill the five vacant Alderman positions for the City of Marion.
The city for months has operated bare bones following resignations and reported turmoil among city leaders and employees.
Due to the special circumstances, the county's elections office is not only handling the election, but handling the filing which ends at 5 p.m. on Thursday.
The applications are available on the elections office website, or they can be picked up in their office, located at 215 S. Milam in Seguin.
Those who meet this Thursday's deadline will secure a spot on Marion's Nov. 5 special election ballot.
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
TLU Looks toward the FUTURE of X-Ray Tech
Special by Tracy Donley, TLU communications
(Seguin) -- Powder X-ray diffractometer. To the untrained ear, it sounds like something a super villain would wield in a comic book showdown. But in reality, powder X-ray diffraction (PXRD) is one of the most utilized tools in materials science and engineering. And thanks to a grant from the National Science Foundation, Texas Lutheran University will soon have the technology.
“An X-ray diffractometer shines X-rays on a powdersolid sample,” explains Associate Professor and Chemistry Department Chair Alison Bray. “The pattern of how the X-rays are diffracted (bent) by interacting with the powder sample can give us insight into the atomic structure of the material. This is key for exciting and growing fields like materials science. It’s widely used in all fields related to chemistry including geology, environmental science, materials science, engineering, and biology.”
The grant to secure funding for the diffractometer was led by Assistant Chemistry Professor Dr. Corey Thompson, acting as Principal Investigator (PI), with Bray as co-PI. The two collaborated with Dr. Toni Sauncy, Physics Department Chair. “I am especially thrilled that
we did this as a joint effort between the two departments,” says Bray. “Stronger together.”
Why is the acquisition of the X-ray diffractometer so important? Because next-generation materials are crucial for advancing science and solving economic concerns. And because adding a tool of this caliber to TLU’s chemistry and physics lab experiences for freshmen through seniors will allow for next-level learning. “Materials science and working with solid samples are key to growing industries including energy production,” says Bray. “So, acquiring this tool for our students to get hands-on experience will give them an extra edge as they look ahead into the job market.”
As a primarily undergraduate, Hispanic-serving institution, TLU is dedicated to providing high-quality education and training to its students. This instrument will bring an exciting new and critically relevant topic to intermediate and advanced physics and chemistry lab offerings that will better prepare graduates for a wide range of opportunities that meet the needs of an expanded technological workforce.
Seguin boys force play-in game; Marion
Bulldogs Picked Second in SCAC Football Coaches Poll
SEGUIN, Texas --
Texas Lutheran football was selected to finish second in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) Preseason Coaches Poll that was announced Monday afternoon. The three-time SCAC champions, who return to the conference as the SCAC reinstates football for the first time since 2016, were edged out by first-place McMurry, who received all five first place votes entering their first season in the conference. With the season opening game set for September 7
in San Antonio, less than three weeks remain until the 2024 season kicks off. Texas Lutheran football season tickets can be purchased here.
For more information on Texas Lutheran football, follow the Bulldogs on X (Twitter) and Instagram (@TLU_Football) and as always you can find updates on all Texas Lutheran athletics on tlubulldogs. com and all official TLU social media channels (@ tluathletics on X (Twitter,) @tlu_athletics on Instagram and @tlubulldogs on Facebook).
Bryce Hayes - TLU Sports Information & Sports Marketing
VITAL STATISTICS
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Mikel Lawrence Haug, 67, of Seguin, passed away peacefully in hospice care on Thursday, August 1, 2024. He was born on January 28, 1957, to Lawrence Ottmer and Eva Gordon Haug of Seguin. Mike was a 1975 graduate of Seguin High School and the Matador Marching Band and Jazz Band. He is preceded in death by his parents.
Mike was a member of Emanuel’s Lutheran Church where he was Baptized, Confirmed, and married in 1985 to Deborah “Deb” Floyd Haug. After nine years with the USPS, he earned a degree in Mathematics from Southwest Texas State (1993) and began his career in teaching. Mike earned his master’s degree in 2002 at Texas A&M University in College Station.
Mike was a loyal Aggie who “bled deep maroon” and let everyone know it. One of his favorite pastimes was following his stepson’s career in the Fightin’ Texas Aggie Band and Corps of Cadets and enjoying his season tickets to the football games.
An avid outdoorsman, Mike said he “loved” to hunt, but he “lived” to fish and cherished his time with his family fishing at Big Shells on Padre Island and fished Costa Rica in 2022. His hunts took him around Texas and Colorado and he enjoyed many years hunting on a small family ranch in Sanderson, Texas. He was in the Explorers in his youth and enjoyed hiking, kayaking and working in the garden.
Mike grew up dancing. He square danced with the Happy Soles in Seguin and the Fire on the Mountain Cloggers of San Antonio where he travelled to Venezuela to teach folk dancing to school children. He danced in the movie, The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas, and on Hee Haw.
Teaching and reaching students was Mike’s passion for thirty-one years first at Saegert Middle School and then Randolph High School on RAFB in
San Antonio where he taught high school math for twenty-five years. Mike was a master at encouraging his students and instilling a love of mathematics in them. His students loved him and proudly took to his assigned moniker of “slackers” in his Algebra and AP Calculus classrooms. Mike developed his lessons to teach “real life” math and practical applications of the study of mathematics. He held high expectations for all of his students and was in the classroom routinely twelve hours each day to help them achieve those expectations. He was so proud of them. He was published in Mathematics Teacher, a professional journal for math educators and taught a precalculus course for the University of Texas at Austin at Randolph High School, though he hid his burnt orange faculty ID card in the back of his wallet!
Mike will be remembered for his incredibly positive attitude, kind nature, quick and sarcastic sense of humor, and his unfailing ability to endure any obstacles life threw at him without complaint. He is survived by his wife, Deb, stepson Onni Hynninen of Seguin, two sisters, Tammy Marshall (Kevin) of Floresville and Heidi Milgrim (Steve) of Dumphries, Va., his treasured grandchildren, Murphy and Sara, and numerous beloved nieces and nephews.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin.
The family invites everyone to a reception immediately following the service in the church Fellowship Hall to reminisce and honor the life of Mike.
Memorial contributions may be made to Emanuel’s Lutheran Church (specify “Garden of Eatin”), 206 N. Travis, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or the Randolph Field Education Foundation at http://therfef.org. The service will be live streamed at www.youtube.com/@emanuelslutheranseguin.
You are invited to sign the guestbook at www.tresehewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
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Joann Iltis Richardson passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024 surrounded by loved ones.
Joann was born in Seguin, Texas, on January 31, 1934, and married the love of her life, Bob Richardson, on February 10, 1953. They lived happily in a bond of powerful love for 64 years until his death in 2018.
She was preceded in death by her husband Bob, parents Joe and Ida Wernette Iltis, sister Dorothy Tschoepe, son Brian Richardson, daughter-in-law Sandy McCleod Richardson and her granddaughter Jamie Richardson.
Joann aka Gramom, is survived by her sister Mickey Hartikka and husband Arnie, three children Steve Richardson and his wife Debby, Chris Richardson and his wife Nancy, Tracy Ginn and her husband Mike, and her daughter-in-law Gerry Richardson.
She is also survived by her grandchildren; Jennifer Gressett and husband Rodney, Jacie McHaney and husband Andy, Landrie Waldron and husband
“Maria C. Rodriguez passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024 at the age of 88 surrounded by family in La Vernia, Texas. Maria was born on September 03, 1935 in Seguin to her loving parents Juan and Catarina Campos, and she also raised by her stepmother Beatrice Campos.
Maria is preceded in death by her husband Dionisio Rodriguez, parents Juan and Catarina Campos, stepmother Beatrice Campos, sisters Hermenia Campos, Luisa Casillas and brother Jesus Gonzales.
She is survived by her son Juan Rodriguez and wife Maren of Seguin and daughter Racquel Wederstrandt and husband David Sr. of La Vernia; grandchildren: Ashley Koepp and husband Levi, Dionisio (DJ) Rodriguez,
Michael “Mike” Ray Cuellar, age 65 of Cuero, formerly of Seguin, passed away on August 15, 2024. Mike was born on March 12, 1959 in Cuero, Texas to Frances (Gonzales) and John Medina Cuellar. Mike attended Seguin schools and was a graduate of Seguin High School Class of 1977.
Mike is preceded in death by his father and his nephew, Nickolas Ryan Cuellar
Survivors include his children, Frostan Evans, Thomas Farnsworth, Michael Ryan Cuellar, John Louis Cuellar, James Morgan Cuellar, Michaela Rae Cuellar, and Amanda Dannielle Cuellar; ten grandchildren; mother, Frances Cuellar; brothers,
John, Rianna Richardson, Brittany Pickering and husband Chris, Ruston Richardson and his wife Karina, Garrett Wright, Jessica Edler, and Juan Menchaca along with her precious great-grandchildren and nieces.
Joann graduated from Seguin High School in 1952 and was voted Miss SHS and Most Beautiful. Joann & Bob were also voted Class Sweethearts. After raising four children, she returned to college, and graduated from TLC cum laude as an English major.
Joann went on to teach at Seguin High school for 32 years and retired in 2003. She was voted best teacher several times. She was beloved by her family, friends, and students for her tough discipline and her sharp wit, but mostly for her beautiful love and wisdom, which she shared with all.
Joann’s celebration of life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday August 24, 2024 at the Silver Center in Seguin.
Memorial contributions can be sent to the Guadalupe County Humane Society, P. O. Box 1593, Seguin, Texas, 78155-1593.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.tresehewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
David Wederstrandt Jr., Emily Wederstrandt, Tyler Wederstrandt, Benjamin Rodriguez, Stella Rodriguez and Jensen Rodriguez; great grandchildren Canan, Sawyer and Reed Koepp.
Maria was a devoted wife, a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and aunt to many nieces and nephews, whom she cared for and loved. She was a devoted woman of faith. She loved her plants, playing bingo, working on her puzzles and cooking for her family.
Visitation will be held at Goetz Funeral Home in Seguin on Monday, August 19, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. followed by the Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 7:00 p.m. A procession will depart Goetz Funeral Home at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, August 20, 2024, for a Mass of Christian Burial at St. James Catholic Church at 10:30 a.m. with interment following at St. James Catholic Cemetery. Family and friends are invited to a memorial luncheon following services at 1:00 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall located at 1015 S.
John Cuellar, Jr., and Ronnie Cuellar; sister, Tina Crawford and husband, Robert; other loving family members and many friends.
Visitation will begin at Tres Hewell Mortuary on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 from 5 to 7 p.m. The recitation of the Holy Rosary will begin on Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. Interment will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery.
Pallbearers will be Rodney Palmer, Jimmy Rosas, Raymond Herrera, Tracy Lapp, Pete Santos, Zach Johnson, Marty Schwarzkopf and Roland Rangel.
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.
Richardson Rodriguez
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Joseph “Joe” Thomas Moryl, Jr., age78 of Seguin, passed away on August 12, 2024. Joe was born on February 7, 1946 in San Antonio, Texas to Gladys Marie (Boniewicz) and Joseph Thomas Moryl, Sr.
Joe retired from the Texas Department of Public Safety after 28 years of faithful service as a state trooper.
He always enjoyed cheering on the Houston Texans as they were his all-time favorite football team. His most precious times were spent with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Joe is preceded in death by his parents and his siblings, Sophie Madalinski, Margaret McEwen, Thomas Moryl, Sr., Stanley Moryl, Sr., and Helen Farley.
Survivors include his loving wife of 56 years, Cheryl Moryl;
daughter, Michelle Harborth and husband Dale; son, Joseph “Joe” Moryl, III and wife Michelle; grandchildren, Trever Harborth, Hanna Diaz and husband Jacob, Nick Harborth and wife Maria, Joseph “J.T.” Moryl IV, and Gunner Moryl; great-grandchildren, Eli and Brooks Harborth, and Kash Diaz; siblings, Frances Parnell, Josephine Mollenkopf, Gladys Moore, John Moryl, Sr., and Antoinette Tudyk; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends.
A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.
The family would like to the thank everyone at the Guadalupe Regional Medical Center Intensive Care Unit for their loving care of Joe.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Pl., Memphis, Tennessee, 38105-9959.
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
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Jack Douglas Johnson, age 93 of San Antonio passed away August 13,2024. He was born in the Overby Community, Karnes County Texas to Walter and Ruth Johnson on December 12, 1930.
After graduation from Karnes City High School in 1949. He worked for a brief time at HEB in Kenedy, Texas. In 1950 he enlisted in the Air Force and did his basic training at Lackland Air Force Base in San Antonio, Texas. He would serve nearly twenty-four years and retired in 1974.
On March 17, 1952, he married his high school sweetheart Leola Jauer. They were married seventy-two years. Together they moved around the country during his military career.
Jack loved polka dancing and traveling across the country going to
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Sherrie Joan Powers went home to be with the Lord on August 14, 2024, at the age of 81. She was born on May 10, 1943 in Minneapolis, Minnesota to Joan Catherine (Burke) and Gene Weldon Brady.
Sherrie was a devoted wife, loving mother, Sunday school teacher, neighbor and friend. After graduating from the University of Minnesota with her nursing degree, she became a profound force in her profession. After moving to Seguin, Sherrie worked tirelessly as a Guadalupe Regional Medical Center Volunteer, working specifically with Hospice services and the Hospice gala. She is preceded in death by husband Robert Eugene Powers, her
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polka fests. He loved working in their yard and watching politics on tv.
Jack is preceded in death by his wife of seventy-two years Leola Johnson, his parents, brothers, Blanton Johnson and Junior Johnson, sisters, Gladys Pendley, and Evelyn Tripoli.
Jack is survived by his daughter Diane Winton (Steve); son Dennis Johnson (Wynne); granddaughters Stacey Winton, Julie Cruz and Melanie Malone; six great grandchildren; sister, Shirley White; brother, Larry Johnson (Carol); and many other loving family members and friends.
Funeral service will be held on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Jeremy Roy officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.tresehewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
parents, and her brother David Brady.
Survivors include daughter Patricia Torkelson; son Michael Powers (Michelle); three grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; two sisters, Pam Davis (Bob), and Nancy Amundsen (Kevin); and Joan Brady (sisterin-law).
Celebration of Life service will be held, Wednesday, August 21, 2024 and 10:30 a.m. at Cross Church, 814 North Bauer Street, Seguin, TX 78155, with the Reverend Jim Price officiating.
In lieu of flowers, please donate Memorial Gifts to your choice: any Hospice organization of choice, ASPCA, or the Guadalupe County Humane Society.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.tresehewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Gil Ramirez passed away recently. Survivors include wife: Delia Ramirez, Daughters: Lila Ramirez and Irene Ramirez Son: Gil Ramirez Jr Brothers: Martin B. Ramirez and Jose Ramirez Sisters: Guadalupe Ramirez, Juana Ramirez, Ofelia Ramirez, Cesilia Ramirez, Carmela Ramirez and Fabiola Ramirez Viewing will be held Thursday August 22nd 2024 from 7pm to 9pm at Mision Familiar Cristiana. A Memorial Service will be held Friday August 23rd 2024 from 10am to 11am at Mision Familiar Cristiana. Burial to follow at Santo Thomas Cemetery
UN Secretary General Calls For Ceasefire In Gaza To Fight Polio (Gaza City) -- The United Nations Secretary-General is calling for a weeklong ceasefire in Gaza to prevent a polio outbreak. The UN said it’s poised to launch a polio vaccination effort in Gaza for children under the age of ten. The polio virus has been found in wastewater samples in the central part of the Gaza Strip and in southern Gaza. Guterres said it’s “impossible to conduct a polio vaccination campaign with war raging all over.” Palestinian health officials announced the first case of polio in a ten-month-old child on Friday. In a statement, Hamas said it supported the request for a seven-day truce for vaccinations.
Study: Gen Z Blames Social Media For Mental Health Issues (New York, NY) -- Gen Z is blaming social media for mental health issues they experience. That’s according to a Talker Research survey of twothousand Gen Z social media users. They say TikTok and Instagram are the main culprits, followed by Facebook. Those who were surveyed spend between five and six hours on social media each day. Just under half said social media prompts negative emotions, which can happen just over half an hour of signing on. The survey was commissioned by LG Electronics, which said in a statement that they “encourage everyone to be more conscious about the social media content they choose to engage with.”
Psychologist On How To Deal With Your Child’s Back-to-School Anxiety
(Cleveland, OH) -- If your child is anxious about going back to school, he or she is not alone and there are ways to ease those jitters. Dr. Vanessa Jensen, a child psychologist at theCleveland Clinic, says back-to school anxiety is common among young kids and the best way to help is to not feed into it by asking, “are you worried about this year?” She says a parentshould never downplay a child’s worries but instead say, “we’ll get through it together.” However, if your child regularly makes excuses for not going to school, it’s important to speak to a teacher, guidance counselor or mental health professional.
Texas Health Officials Warn Of Spreading Mpox Virus
(Austin, TX) -- Health officials are warning that the Mpox virus is spreading in the U.S. The disease, formerly called Monkeypox, is a viral infection that can cause fever, painful rashes and swollen lymph nodes. In the first half of 2024, Texas officials recorded over 150 Mpox cases, a 76-percent increase from the same period last year. This as the World Health Organization has declared a unique strain of Mpox not yet reported in the U.S. has caused an outbreak in Africa, creating a “public health emergency of international concern.”
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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.
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.
Turning Texas Blue Dinner and Fundraiser
The Guadalupe County Democratic Club will have its Turning Texas Blue Dinner and Fundraiser at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 22 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The special guest will be US Congressional District 15 candidate, Michelle Vallejo. Tickets are $40 per person, or 2/$75. Table sponsorship are also available. For tickets and more information, email GuadCoDems@gmail.com.
Guadalupe Appraisal District Closure
The Guadalupe Appraisal District will be closed on Friday, Aug. 23 and will re-open at 8 a.m. on Monday, Aug. 23.
Ask -A-Master Gardener
The Guadalupe County Master Gardeners will be available for answering all your gardening questions and give expert advice from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturdays in Sept. and Oct. at the Big Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Rd. They will not be available on Saturday, Oct. 12.
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.
Seguin Fire Department Push-In Ceremony
The Seguin Fire Department will have a Push-In Ceremony celebrating the arrival of its new aerial ladder truck at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24
at Central Fire Station, located at 110 Elm Street in Seguin.
Knights of Columbus 4th Degree Education Fundraiser
The Knights of Columbus #3412 will have its 4th Degree Education Fundraiser after from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24 at the Columbus Club of Seguin. Plates are $12 and include ¼ chicken and link of sausage, country potatoes and green beans. There will be a drive-thru pickup line.
Geronimo VFW Justin Trevino CD Release Party
The Geronimo VFW will have will have a Justin Trevino CD Release Party from 8 to 11 p.m. Saturday, August 24. Admission is $20. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
York Creek Fire Department BBQ Supper and
Live Auction
The York Creek Fire Department will have its Annual BBQ Supper and Live Auction at 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24 at 9951 FM 1101 in Zorn. The auction begins at 7 p.m.
Seguin Storytellers
The Seguin Storytellers in partnership with the Seguin Public Library, will present Tecuancoatl, descended from the Tlaxcalteca (Nahua) Indians, who settled in South Texas in the 1700’s, now retired in Seguin, speaking on “Finding Meaning In My Life Through The Great Spirit.” Seguin Storytellers will meet at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 25 in the 1st Floor Community Room, located at 313 W. Nolte St. in Seguin. The event is free.
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.
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 Pro-
gram 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.
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.
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.
City of Seguin Drainage Projects Neighborhood Meeting
The City of Seguin will have a Neighborhood Meeting for residents of N. Heideke St., Guadalupe St., Walnut Branch, and Mays Creek to discuss four drainage projects, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 27 at the Seguin Coliseum.
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StoryWalk Grand Opening
The City of Seguin, Seguin Public Library and The Seguin ISD SeguinReads program will have a Grand Opening of its StoryWalk at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 28 along the Walnut Springs Hike & Bike Trail behind the Seguin Public Library, located at 313 W. Nolte St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-4012422.
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 830-3050472.
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 830-3058829.
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.
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 Lun-
cheon 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.
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 830-272-0040, 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.
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 830379-6382.
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. 6 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 Charlie Bragg & Wyatt Arp and the Beneficiary will be NAMI.
Hermann Sons Life Seguin Lodge Vendor Market
The Hermann Sons Life Seguin Lodge will have a Vendor Market from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7 at 2918 W. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. Vendor prices are $30 inside and $25 outside. There will be food trucks and the bar will be open for beverages and snacks. For booth information, call 830-660-3714 or 830-305-1142.
FFA Pantherfest and Tractor Pull
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.
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.
Friends of the Texas Theatre New Volunteer Orientation
The Friends of the Texas Theatre will have a New Volunteer Orientation from 2 to 3 p.m. or 6 to 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 9 at 425 N. Austin St. in Seguin. To RSVP for a session, call 830-372-6168 or email texastheaterseguin@ gmail.com. For more information, call Marilyn Anderson at 830-379-5755 or email MarilynA@access4less.net.
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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.
Geronimo VFW Jam Session
The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
NAMI Family Support Group in Spanish
The NAMI Guadalupe County offers a Family Support Group in Spanish the second Tuesday of each month form 6 to 7:30 p.m. via Zoom. If you would like to attend the Support Group or would like more information, email jesstorresnamigc@gmail.com.
Intermediate Watercolor Class.
The Seguin Art League will offer an Intermediate Watercolor Class from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 104 S. Austin in Seguin. Participants will paint a bluebonnet while exploring texture, wet-on-wet technique, and much more. Bring your favorite paper, brushes, and watercolors. You will leave class with a beautiful, finished piece of art. Seguin Art League,. September 14 from 2 to 4 p.m. $35. Bring own supplies. For more information call 830-305-0472.
Navarro 4-H Meeting
The Navarro 4-H Club will have its first meeting of the year at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 14 at the Big Red Barn.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15. Entertainment will be provided by Jesse Lege. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
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. To purchase tickets, visit 116 N. Camp St. or call 830-379-6382.
Mosaic Stepping-Stones Class
The Seguin Art League will offer a Mosaic Stepping-Stones Class from 1 to 3 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The class will be an introduction to basic mosaic where you will learn to cut tile, affix a design, and finish with grout. Students should bring their own stone (check with office for type). The cost is $60 for ages 14 and older. All supplies included except the stone. For more information call 830-305-0472.
Geronimo VFW Friday Free Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Friday Free Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20. Entertainment will be provided by D.J. Jack. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Brown Cultural Event Series – Jose Hernandez
The TLU Jessie S. and Jack Harold Upton Brown Cultural Enrichment Fund will present Former NASA Astronaut and Inspiration for the movie, A Million Miles Away, Jose Hernandez at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 24 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. There will be a presentation, followed by a meet-and-greet and book signing.
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 423-227-9610 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.
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 assis-
tance 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 830-3725980.
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 Office
The Seguin Unit Salvation Army office is locat-
ed 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 830-3036478.
Free Bible Course
The World Bible School is offering free Bible correspondence courses. Answer questions from the Bible and send in for grading. Visit studygod.info for further information.
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