The wait is over, Seguin scores a future Chick-fil-A restaurant
Darren Dunn
(Seguin) -- A popular chicken restaurant is finally making its way into the Seguin area.
The Seguin City Council on Tuesday approved a pair of agreements with Chick-fil-A that will allow the fast-food eatery to break ground sometime next year. The restaurant will be built near the corner of the I-10 Access Road and CH Matthies Drive, next door to Bill Miller’s Bar-B-Q.
The city formally announced the agreement in a post that was shared on social media. The video featured Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen flanked by council members Jason Biesenbach and Bill Keller. Dodgen pretended to be starting a meeting, which was interrupted by someone dressed up like the famous cows from Chick-fil-A’s former ad campaigns. It, of course, was City Manager Steve Parker, who then served up a bunch of goodies from Chick-fil-A.
In that video, folks can hear Mayor Dodgen questioning an interruption at the start of a meeting.
“What’s going on? Sir! No! No! We cannot have livestock in the council chambers. Where is the police officers when you need somebody? Oh my gosh, what’s happening?”
Parker, while placing Chick-fil-A bags in front of council, follows by sharing, “We’ve got
good news!”
The video wraps up with Dodgen announcing the news -- “Oh wow! Seguin, it’s coming!”
The city has been working on this for years, and the community has been clamoring for this almost as long – if not longer. The deal apparently took not only the work of city staff, but also support from the Seguin Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) and the Seguin City Council.
The council approved two agreements. The first called for what is called a Chapter 380 agreement. According to the Texas Comptroller’s Office, a Chapter 380 agreement allows a taxing body, like the city of Seguin, to negotiate sales tax incentives from a developer in return for the project meeting certain benchmarks. The second item approved by the council spelled out those benchmarks, which were included in a performance agreement. The full details included in both agreements were not immediately made available.
Chick-fil-A is known for its quality food and high levels of customer service. The groundbreaking is expected to take place next year. Chick-fil-A, pg. 3
SHS welcomes the Mightiest Matador
Squirrel trail art project expands to Matador Stadium
(Seguin) -- There’s something new and “Mighty” at Seguin High School.
The first regular season football game hasn’t even been played yet and already, there’s a big win over at Matador Stadium.
With the help of the Matador Band and high school cheerleaders, crowds gathered and cheered Monday afternoon as “Mighty” the Squirrel was unveiled just outside the stadium gates at Seguin High School.
Mighty” marks the 14th threefoot-tall concrete statue to be unveiled as part of the City of Seguin’s Squirrel Trail Program.
Unveiling the new signature art project outside the stadium were donors Donny and Cathy Beicker.
The Beicker’s who unofficially might just be the biggest supporters of anything Matador say they didn’t hesitate in participating in the program. In fact, Beicker says she had already been leaning toward something like this even before learning about the city-wide art project in Seguin.
“My daughter-in-law in Fredericksburg had put Mockingbirds all around Fredericksburg and I said ‘well, then I need to come up with something.’ Then, I went to Kyle (Kramm, City of Seguin Main Street and CVB director) and he said, we’ve got the squirrel thing going on’ and I said perfect, you’ve done all the leg work! So just for Donny and I, it had to be at the high school somewhere because we both graduated from here and we go to everything here and we are still so connected here so it had to be here and to be bold enough to put it right in front of the stadium instead of on the street is making a statement of saying that’s who we are. We aren’t just driving by the school. We are involved
in the school. So, I’m just thrilled,” said Beicker.
Of course, as part of the project, donors not only have to purchase the squirrel, but they have to also find their own artist to come up with a creative idea. The one thing that the Beicker’s requested was that “Mighty” be created by students. That task was eventually put into the hands of the SHS Art Class members under the direction of Art Teacher Patricia Bernaden.
As for the final reveal, Cathy said she couldn’t have been more excited.
“The kids were just so creative, and I was just on the outside the whole time. Then, they had to turn in a drawing for their plan and that’s the first glimmer I got of what their idea was, and I was like ‘that is fabulous.’ And then you look at it and it is such a good idea. I hope it will be a nice attraction that kids will want to take pictures with it and for people walking into the stadium to know that the Squirrel Trail Program is 14 squirrels now and maybe others will jump on board, and we will have more to come,”
said Beicker.
While “Mighty” signifies all students, Cathy said there was one thing at the very end that she felt needed to be personalized.
“When I finally saw what it was, and it was a letter jacket, and I thought it ought to have a football number right? And so, I knew Donny’s number because we dated in high school and I knew his number and when I look at it, it takes me back to high school,” said Beicker.
While Donny isn’t surprised that his wife still remembers his football number all these 50 plus years later, he is still appreciative for the tribute as well as the recognition of all the other numerous adventures that exist for students at SHS.
“It is pretty cool. It was a good idea. I’ll know that there is still a part of me there. It’s nice. The patches that they put on there make it more personal to the school. The people who (painted) it did a very good job,” said Donny.
Squirrel, pg. 3
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
Chick-fil-A, continued.
City officials say they don’t have a store opening date at this time, but that should be determined over the coming months as they move forward with the real estate and development process.
Meanwhile, reaction to the news was swift on social media. Folks were saying things like “best news ever” and “happy to know we will be getting a business with first-class customer service and great food also.”
There’s been a steady call over the years for more retail and restaurant developments to occur in Seguin. Chick-fil-A
Squirrel, continued.
Donny’s #12 jersey number is only one of the many fine details that folks will find on the squirrel project.
Among those ensuring that every inch of “Mighty” was perfect with all of these details was Art student Janaya Williams. Even though she had eyes on the project all throughout, she says seeing all their work come together in the end was just amazing.
“I was like ‘wow’ okay, we got to this point. We started off with just a white canvas. There was nothing there and then we added shading and brought everything together into one. I would like for them to see the color contrast and how we used the gold and yellow and the grays to make everything pop out and stand out and match the school colors. It was like a big reveal because personally, I didn’t get to see the last thing because I wasn’t there but it’s nice seeing it all put together finally,” said Williams.
It might not have been, however, until this week’s public reveal that the high school students really began to understand the magnitude of their work – work that will forever remain “in sight” at their one-day alma mater. At least that’s according to Sophomore Art Student Sarah Elliott.
“It was very much a team effort – multiple people worked on this squirrel at the same time and at different times. It was really fun. I can speak for the Art Club because Art Club along with some other students (worked on the project). It was really fun and an exciting experience. I didn’t realize that it would be as big as this. So, I’m actually really happy and proud of this thing because art doesn’t get as much recognition and
would represent yet be another player being added to the growth that’s occurring near the intersection of Interstate 10 and Highway 46. Over the last couple of years, Burger King, Chicken Express, Taco Bell and Domino’s Pizza have all opened up in that area. They joined Whataburger, JackIn-The-Box, Subway, McDonald’s, Bill Miller’s and Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant that are already located in that area.
The SEDC’s Facebook page posted that “our community has long awaited this project, and we are ecstatic to finally announce its reality. We can’t wait to see the positive impact it will have on our local economy and the new opportunities it will create.”
so this was really fun,” said Elliott.
Luckily for the students, their Art Teacher, Mrs. Bernaden had a clear idea of this community driven request and says she is proud of her students and their ability to take on the assignment.
“Honestly, I was really grateful for the opportunity just because I knew how big of a project the Squirrel Trail was in the city of Seguin. I know I recognize the squirrels around town. I like looking at them. I like seeing them. So, the thought that our squirrel was going to bring that same kind of joy to people was kind of heartwarming and I was 110 percent about it,” said Bernaden.
Although the new baseball/ softball complex was her initial plan to host the squirrel, Cathy says she can’t help but thank Sean Hoffmann,
former public information officer, for suggesting that it be at Matador Stadium. She says after searching for the right location, outside the ticket booth provides plenty of exposure to the public.
“I’m hoping other schools in the district will get on board and say, we need something like that at our school. I just feel that it is something that people will take notice of, and this facility is so fabulous, and our high school is so fabulous so I’m proud to have come from here and I’m proud to at least have marked it with an art piece. And as much as I like sports, I like drama, and I like art. I like all that stuff too,” said Beicker.
Those interested in also jumping on the Squirrel Trail bandwagon are encouraged to contact the Seguin Main Street office at 830-401-2448.
Seguin boys force play-in game; Marion
Bulldogs Tabbed Second in SCAC Preseason Coaches Poll
SEGUIN, Texas -- Texas Lutheran women’s soccer was selected as the preseason No. 2 team in the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) in a poll of the league’s coaches released Tuesday afternoon.
The Bulldogs selection as the preseason second-place team in the league comes after the arrival of three new programs to the conference. Trinity stands as the preseason favorite to take home the conference’s regular season crown, having done so eight of the last nine seasons. The league’s 2023 conference tournament runner-up in Southwestern and conference newcomer, McMurry, sit in third and fourth respectively. Another conference newcomer, Concordia (TX), and St. Thomas round out the top half of the conference’s preseason poll.
Texas Lutheran returns to the pitch
following a 9-5-4 season in 2023 that saw the Bulldogs claim second place in the conference in the regular season and match the program record set a season ago for conference winning percentage (.786).
The Bulldogs return 14 letterwinners from last year’s roster, welcoming a quartet of
transfers and seven freshmen to round out the 27-woman roster for the 2024 campaign.
The Bulldogs, under the direction of third-year head coach Kerwin Johnson, kick off the 2024 season with a top 25 matchup at Gustafson Field. Texas Lutheran squares off against the No. 18 Hardin-Simmons Cowgirls in a 6 PM kick on TLU+ on August 30. The contest will serve as the first home regular season contest for Texas Lutheran Athletics in 2024.
For all updates on Texas Lutheran Women’s Soccer, follow @tluwsoc on X (Twitter) and Instagram 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
Haug
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.
VITAL STATISTICS
Richardson
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
Lozano
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.
Leticia Benavides Lozano died August 16th, 2024 at the age of 59. Visitation and Memorial Services will be held Saturday August 24th from 9AM to 5PM at Eunice and Lee Mortuary Chapel. She is survived by husband, Jeffrey Johnson; children, Deborah Jeanette Benavides, Jeffrey Johnson, Jr.,Julio Javier Benavides, Joshua Benavides, Cassandra Lee Johnson, Jennifer Stephanie Johnson and Ashley Marie Johnson, Mother,Carolina Benavides and Father,Miguel Benavides; Brothers, Jenaro Benavides, Santiago Benavides, and Jose Luis Benavides; Sisters,Norma Rodriguez, Lydia Bustos,Maria Elena Garcia,Marineland Delgado,Rosa Benavides, Yolanda Rangel,Maria de LA Luz Ramirez, and Nenita Benavides. Arrangements entrusted to the reverent care of Eunice and Lee Mortuary.
Ramirez
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
Cuellar
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 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.
VITAL STATISTICS
Moryl
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
Mpox Virus Mutates, Spreads Quickly
(Houston, TX) -- Mpox is spreading from Africa to Europe, triggering a global warning from the World Health Organization. Experts worry that the virus, which has killed more than five-hundred people and sickened nearly 15-thousand, will be coming here next. Infectious disease expert Dr. Peter Hotez of Baylor College of Medicine says Mpox is spread through close contact with open wounds but some doctors worry that it could become airborne. The good news, he says, is that there are vaccines that work, so Dr. Hotez is calling for a national vaccination campaign among those most at risk including immunocompromised patients, pregnant women and the LGBTQ+ community.
Doctor Explains Why Mosquitoes Bite Some People More Than Others
(Cleveland, OH) -- On this World Mosquito Day, it might be worth noting that these insects are definitely attracted to some of us more than others. Dr. Christopher Bazzolli of the Cleveland Clinic says it has to do with the body heat and carbon dioxide we give off, but that’s not all. He says the odor we emit is also a factor and since that’s based in genetics, there’s not much we can do about that. What we can control, he says, is our lifestyle and environment. Dr. Bazzoli recommends using mosquito repellent, wearing loose clothes, avoiding standing water, drinking less alcohol and applying anti-itch cream if you’re bitten to reduce the risk of infection.
Chicken, Cold Cuts Still Contain Fats And Sugars
(Columbus, OH) -- Food that people think of as healthy may contain hidden amounts of saturated fats and sugars. A study out of The Ohio State University found that foods like chicken breast and seafood still have some amounts and not knowing could make it difficult to limit fat and sugar to the recommended ten percent of daily calorie intake. Top sources of fats and sugar were from the obvious suspects like cheese and soft drinks. But less-obvious sources included cold cuts, no-dairy creamer, energy drinks and ketchup.
Study: Pesticides Remain On Fruit After Washing
(Undated) -- A new study finds that pesticides remain on fruit even after a thorough washing. Washing is not enough to remove residues from certain chemicals. Scientists suggest peeling fruit as the best way to ensure a chemical-free treat. Still, scientists say, in trace amounts, most, if not all, of the pesticides used by farmers are not harmful to humans. The study is published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society.
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 pick-up 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 830-3058829.
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 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.
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.
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 830-401-2422.
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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 830-3058829.
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 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 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.
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 830-3796382.
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 830372-6168 or email texastheaterseguin@gmail. com. For more information, call Marilyn Anderson at 830-379-5755 or email MarilynA@access4less.net.
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Pecan Valley Communicators
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-onwet 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 830305-0472.
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 423-2279610 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.
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.
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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.
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 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 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, 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.
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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