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What would you do as a Seguin Police Officer?

Seguin PD launches 2020 Badges, Bikes and Tykes Poster Contest for kids By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- The Seguin Police Department wants kids to take advantage of these final days of summer by putting their art skills to the test during its first ever 2020 Badges, Bikes and Tykes Poster Contest. Mike McCann, the administrative lieutenant with the Seguin PD, says instead of totaling cancelling the annual kids’ carnival and bike raffle, the police department felt it was important to find a new and fun way to get bikes into the hands of some local kids.

decided that want to see what the kids would do if they were a Seguin Police Officer so hopefully, they want to grow up to be an officer and if so they choose here, in Seguin, their hometown, so we want to see what they would do as a Seguin Police Officer,” said McCann. McCann says bikes will be the top prizes for several lucky kids.

“We have seven different categories and we are going to pick the top three boys and girls from each category and the top three winners will win a bike. So, we’ll give away approximately 42 bicycles, one for each category, first through “We still want to engage with third place, boys and girls,” said the kids. We still want to be McCann. there for them, let them see us on a one to one level that we McCann says participating in are there and care about them the contest is easy and hopes so the best idea that we could that as many children as come up with was to have a possible enter their drawings. poster drawing contest. So, what we’ve done is we have See POSTER, page 2

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majority of kids have registered. However, they are looking to secure even more registrations as soon as possible.

By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera (Seguin) -- Even though the first day of school is just six days away, Seguin ISD officials say they are still waiting on the last batch of students to register for the upcoming school year. Sean Hoffmann, chief communications officer for the Seguin ISD, says the latest percentage shows a

“The campuses are contacting those parents who have made that indication on our online registration process which we are well over 80 percent registered right now. So, we are definitely happy about that and appreciate all the parents going online and this being the first year for us, there were some hiccups along the way but we are glad to have 80 percent registered,” said Hoffmann. Being at over 80 percent registered equates to approximately 5,600 of the district’s nearly 7,000 students. District officials say they expect and are hopeful that many of these students will be completing their online registration by the end of this week if not sooner.

As for those who have already registered, Hoffmann says there’s somewhat of an even split between those returning to campus versus those who will learn from home. “We are able to look at those numbers and for the most, we are at about 50/50. That’s kind of the ratio that we’ve been throughout the process so that has not changed a whole lot so we are anticipating about half of students for face to face and then the other half engaged in remote learning,” said Hoffmann. Again, district officials are asking parents and guardians to ensure their child’s registration as soon as possible. Online registration is available on the district’s website at seguinisd.net. Anyone having difficulty or questions is asked to contact his or her child’s school as soon as possible. The first day of school for the Seguin ISD is Tuesday, September 8.

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“The posters need to be 14x22 inches. That’s a half a poster board. You can use colors, map pencils, anything you want. If you don’t have map pencils or colors, call us. We have some for you. We have some poster board for you as well and we want to get all drawings turned back in by Sept. 28th. We will pick the winners on Oct. 1 and we will deliver the bikes to them on Oct. 5. So, we are very excited that even though COVID got in the way of getting out and seeing the kiddos face to face, at least, we can still engage and let them know that we are thinking about them,” said McCann.

More importantly, McCann says judges will be looking for art talent of all levels.

“We want the kids to have their individual, hand drawn artwork. Let the kids see -- how do they see themselves and how do they draw themselves. Now of course, we do have the toddlers. So, the parents can assist the toddlers because they probably won’t be able to draw but we still want the kids to be involved as much as absolutely possible,” said McCann. If needed, poster board, crayons or map pencils may be picked up at the Seguin Police Department Mondays through Fridays between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The contest deadline is Monday, Sept. 28. Winners will be announced on Oct. 5.

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looking to fill available spots By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera (Seguin) -- If you are a parent who is going to need afterschool care, then you will want to register your child as soon as possible for the city of Seguin’s J.A.A.M Afterschool Program. The urgency to register now is due to the parks and recreation’s need to secure the program at the local elementary school that your child attends in the Seguin ISD. Erica Taft, the new assistant parks and recreation director says the program is offered at all Seguin ISD elementary schools and serves grades kindergarten through fifth grade.

Taft says the minimum of 10 children is required in order to have the program at a particular campus. “The earlier you register, the more assured you are of a space. We do have limited registration so in all transparency, we are not close to our numbers. Now as far as people kind of being concerned on not having a space, it allows us to plan and make sure that we have the right staff and just making sure that you are as organized and ready for the first day of school as possible. We are not close to closing registration at this point but the sooner we know, the better we can make sure that our staff is assigned,” said Taft. Taft says with the start of school already next week, families who need the service are asked to register as soon as possible as next week might just be too late. She says while all campuses could use a few more kids, there are at least three campuses that still need to reach their minimum of 10 students. “So that number that we (work toward), that probably won’t be

the same for next school year or even next semester. But, we need at least need 10 kids per campus to start this year off and we do have a program at every school at this time. We don’t have one at McQueeney and we’ve made arrangements to help the families that requested help at McQueeney that need childcare so we made arrangements for that school but every other school has made it and so specifically Jefferson, Patlan and Rodriguez, we are looking for more kids at those schools specifically,” said Taft. Taft says the afterschool care is only available to those who will be on campus for learning. She says the parks office is confident in its safety protocols as it has already had some practice. “We have had the luxury of having a summer to practice our COVID health protocols and so we’ve done so successfully this summer with zero cases and so we are going to continue what we do in addition to some additional safeguards required by the school district. We’ve kind of changed the way that we’ve done things and again we piloted it this summer and so we are putting kids in smaller groups and keeping the groups consistent – lots of handwashing, lots of reinforcing social distancing. It’s two to three pages of protocols that we are doing now but I think we are uniquely positioned in that we had the summer to kind of practice those protocols and see how well received they were by the kids and like we did this summer,” said Taft. Cost is $30 per week. The camp provides a snack, assistance with homework, fun activities plus games. A one-time $25 sign-up fee will be required at registration. To register, contact the parks office at 830-401-2480. Again, Jefferson, Patlan and Rodriguez Elementary school parents needing the after-school service are asked to register as soon as possible to ensure the program at that respective campus.

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Know the Foe, Week 2

Catching up with the opponents on Navarro and Marion’s 2020 football schedules

Navarro

La Vernia (1-0)

The Bears routed Cuero 55-21 in their season opener last Friday. A detailed preview of this week’s game vs. Navarro will appear in Friday’s Seguin Daily News and on Seguintoday.com. The game broadcast will air live on KWED 1580-AM and Seguintoday.com, with kickoff at 7:30 p.m. and pre-game coverage at 6:50.

Needville (1-0)

The Bluejays survived a 36-35 thriller over Livingston to open the season in Week 1. Needville used a balanced attack in the win. Senior running-back Walker Warnke ran for 171 yards and four touchdowns on 22 carries, while quarterback Trevor Baker went 14-23 through the air for 228 yards, a touchdown, and an interception. The Bluejays hit the road to face Santa Fe this Friday.

Cuero (0-1)

The 2018 4A Division II state champions’ quest to return to powerhouse status after missing the playoffs in 2019 got off to a rocky start in a 55-21 loss to La Vernia last Friday. Quarterback Breck Eleby threw for 148 yards and three touchdowns, but only completed 7-of-21 attempts to go with an interception. He and running-back Tycen Williams each ran for 78 yards, and the Gobblers totaled 214 rushing yards. The defense had no answer for La Vernia’s QB - WR tandem of Gage Lowry (12-14, 290 yds., 5 TD) and Daryl Dulak (5 rec., 206 yds., 4 TD). Life doesn’t get an easier this Friday in a home matchup with No. 4 Wimberley.

Giddings (0-1)

The Buffaloes landed on the short end of a 34-31 thriller with Bellville to start the season last Friday. Receiver/ running-back Gage Jaehne scored touchdowns on an 88-yard kick return and a nine-yard run. Bryan Zoch pulled in a 57-yard touchdown pass from Holden Jatzlau. Giddings looks to bounce back this Friday with a road win over Columbus.

Manor New Tech (0-0)

The Titans open their season this Friday with 7:30 p.m. kickoff against Liberal Arts and Science Academy of Austin.

Austin-Eastside Memorial - (0-0)

The Panthers aren’t scheduled to open their season until Sept. 18, when they travel to face Jarrell.

Austin Achieve - (0-0)

The Polar Bears don’t open thier season until Sept. 25 against Liberal Arts and Science Academy of Austin.

Wimberley - (1-0)

The Texans, ranked No. 4 in the state, rallied past Canyon Lake for a 24-22 win in Week 1. Senior quarterback Matthew Tippie led the defending 4A Division II Region IV champs with 214 passing yards and two touchdowns on 13 completions in 22 attempts, and Juan Olmedo rushed for 56 yards on eight carries. Christian Marshall totaled 83 receiving yards on five catches. Wimberley visits Cuero this Friday at 7:30 p.m.

San Antonio YMLA (0-0)

YMLA doesn’t have a game listed on its schedule until the Oct. 2 district opener against Wimberley.

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Friday Schedule

Navarro football @ La Vernia, 7:30 p.m.

(6:50 pre-game) on KWED 1580-AM and Seguintoday.com.

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Marion football @ Goliad, 7:30 p.m. Navarro volleyball @ Fredericksburg, 6 p.m. Marion volleyball @ Devine, 6 p.m.

Saturday Schedule

Navarro cross country @ San Antonio-FEAST

Karnes City (0-1)

The Badgers look to bounce back from Saturday’s season opening 14-13 loss to Marion. Jaden Jaramillo ran for 71 yards and a touchdown on 20 carries. Senior receiver Aaron Smith pulled in six catches for 97 yards and threw a four-yard touchdown pass to tight end Christian Jimenez. Ryan Mathis went 4-8 through the air for 81 yards after replacing starter Aidan Garza in the second half. The defense turned in a solid performance, limiting the Bulldogs to 198 yards and forcing seven punts. Karnes City hosts Danbury this Friday at 7:30 p.m.

Goliad - (0-1)

The Tigers dropped last Friday’s season opener to Altair-Rice 18-15. A detailed preview of this week’s game against Marion will appear in Friday’s Seguin Daily News and at Seguintoday.com.

Comfort - (1-0)

The Bobcats blanked Brackett 42-0 to open the season last Friday behind a brusing rushing attach that piled up 433 yards and averaged 12.7 yards per carry. Chris Rodriguez ran for 150 yards and two touchdowns on eight carries. Jose Neri totaled 107 yards and two scores on just four attempts. Comfort plays host to the Mason Punchers this Friday at 7:30 p.m.

Hondo - (1-0)

The Owls opened the season with a dominant 31-0 shutout of Pleasanton. Brandon J. Garcia thew for 194 yards and two touchdowns, and also ran for a score. Trey Dickens carried the ball 29 times for 116 yards and a touchdown. Carson Winchester finished with 83 receiving yards and two scores on four catches. Hondo hits the road again this Friday for a 7:30 p.m. kickoff in Luling.

Jourdanton - (1-0)

The Indians, ranked No. 10 in the state, outscored Natalia 49-24 in the Week 1 opener last Friday. All-State quarterback Cole Andrus picked up where he left off last year, going 16-22 for 312 yards and four touchdowns, each to a different receiver. Jared Lilly was his top target with 121 yards and a score on five receptions. Eleven different ball carriers combined for 199 rushing yards, with Nick Cordova’s 57 and a touchdown on five attempts leading the way. Jourdanton steps up in classification this Friday with a home contest against 4A Division I Corpus Christi-Calallen.

Lytle - (0-1)

The battle of schools who share the “Pirates” mascott was lopsided, with Poth handing Lytle a 60-7 loss last Friday. Lytle looks to bounce back this week in a road matchup with Natalia.

The Cowboys don’t have a game on their schedule until Sept. 25 against Crystal City.

Cotulla - (0-0) Poteet - (1-0)

The Aggies opened the season with an impressive 36-0 thrashing of Bandera last Friday. Sophomore quarterback Alexander Lockamy completed 14 of his 18 passing attempts for 223 yards, two touchdowns, and an interception. Ernest Davila ran for 153 yards and two scores on 15 carries, and fellow junior Martin Ibarra paced the receivers with four catches for 101 yards and a touchdown. Poteet plays host to Pleasanton this Friday at 7:30 p.m.

Randolph - (1-0)

The Ro-Hawks pulled away from Harper for a 28-8 season opening win in Week 1. All 323 of Randolph’s offensive yards came on the ground, and they averaged 7.7 yards per rush. Lezerrick Banks paced that attack with 189 yards and two touchdowns on 12 carries. The Ro-Hawks are idle this week and hit the road to face Devine on Sept. 11.

San Antonio-Cole - (0-0)

The Cougars don’t have a game on the schedule until Week 3, a Sept. 11 home game against Bandera.

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Two national recognitions for patient safety.

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Mass Food Distribution Events

There will be a Mass Food Distribution Event hosted by the City of Seguin, GRMC, and the New Braunfels Food Bank from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 3 at the Seguin Coliseum parking lot, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Registration is required. Vouchers will not be distributed. Volunteers are also needed. Registration should be completed by Wednesday, Sept. 2 by calling from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 830327-6000 or 830-401-1360 or visiting www. nbfoodbank.org/cvresponse. Registrants will need to provide a form of identification on the day of the Food Distribution event at check-in.

Cibolo Grange Hall Farmers Market

The Cibolo Grange Hall Farmers Market will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. Thursdays and from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. the first and third Saturdays of the month at 413 North Main Street in Cibolo. For more information, or to join as a vendor, visit the Cibolo Grange Farmers Market Facebook page or text 210-722-9054.

No Big Red Barn Market Day On Sept. 5

The Big Red Barn will not have its Market from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 5. It will be held Saturday, Sept. 19 and the 1st and 3rd Saturdays through Nov. at the corner of 123 Bypass and Cordova Road in Seguin. To join as a vendor or for more information visit www.texagedu.org, email redbarnseguin@ gmail.com or call/text 830-379-0933.

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MLNDA Annual Membership Meeting

The Meadow Lake Nolte Dam Association (MLNDA) will have its 2nd Annual Membership Meeting at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 5 at the Pat Irvine Covered Pavilion in Starcke Park East. Dues and donations will be accepted and up-todate information as to what weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re working on to save our precious river will be disseminated. Face Masks and Social Distancing are required. Bring your own chairs. For more information visit www.mlnda.org or the Meadow Lake Nolte Dam Association MLNDA Facebook page.

Seguin City Hall and Library Closure

The non-emergency offices at Seguin City Hall and the Seguin Public Library will be closed Monday, Sept. 7 in observance of Labor Day. The offices will re-open on Tuesday, Sept. 8. Garbage and recycling will be collected as normal.

Virtual Toddler Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its virtual Toddler Time at 10 a.m. Tuesdays. Call 830401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Virtual Preschool Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will offer a virtual weekly Preschool Storytime for children ages 3 to 6 at 10 a.m. Wednesdays. Watch live at Facebook.com/SeguinPublicLibrary. Call 830401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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Drive Through Lights of Hope Event

There will be a Drive Through Lights of Hope Event for the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 12 at the Seguin Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The Lights of Hope are luminaria bags with names in honor or memory of loved ones that will be softly glowing during the event. For more information call 830-379-3632.

Gonzales Master Gardeners Class Enrollment

The Gonzales Master Gardeners are currently enrolling for its Texas Master Gardener training class that will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays from Sept. 15 to May 4 at 623 Fair St. in Gonzales. The cost of the class is $165. The enrollment deadline is 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 1. Applications are available at www. gonzales.agrilife.org or www.gonzalesmastergardeners.org. For more information call 830-672-8531.

American Legion Riders Nut Run 7

The American Legion Riders will have its Nut Run 7 beginning with registration at 9 a.m. and first bike out at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19 at the SS American Memorial located at 450 Naumann Road in Seguin. Lunch will be served from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. The fee is $20 per rider and $10 per passenger. For more information call 210-382-1745.

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Sunrise Lions Springtime Fun Run/Walk Rescheduled

The Seguin Sunrise Lions 3rd Annual Fun Run/ Walk will be held Saturday, September 26 at Walnut Springs Park. For more information visit the Facebook page, Sunrise Funrunwalk, call 830-379-8033, or email marvel.maddox@ gmail.com.

2020 Badges, Bikes and Tykes Poster Contest

The Seguin Police Department wants kids to put their art skills to the test during its first ever 2020 Badges, Bikes and Tykes Poster Contest. If needed, poster board, crayons or map pencils may be picked up at the Seguin Police Department Mondays through Fridays between 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The contest deadline is Monday, Sept. 28. Winners will be announced on Monday, Oct. 5.

Free Hazardous Waste Pick-Up

The City of Seguin was awarded an Alamo Area Council of Governments Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program grant and is offering residents who live in the city limits an opportunity to participate in the At Your Door Special Collection Program. Items accepted include pesticides, household chemicals, sharps, electronic waste, including televisions, batteries, fluorescent lights, automotive waste products (including oil), paints, thinners, and dozens of other items that don’t belong with your recyclables or regular curbside waste pickup. For a complete list of accepted items, or to arrange a collection, call 1-800-449-7587, or visit wmatyourdoor.com/residential. Collection times may vary.

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GRMC Limited Visitor Access Kiwanis 62 Annual Flapjack The Guadalupe Regional Medical Center Jamboree is temporarily limiting visitor access to protect the health of its patients and staff, and in the interest of limiting exposure to respiratory illness associated with the COVID-19 virus. Exceptions include: End of life, childbirth, goodbye visit of military personnel departing for deployment, and designated caregiver of a pediatric patients. Additionally, no visitors will be allowed for COVID patients in the Public Health Emergency unit (PHE) or ICU during this time. The Central Entrance is open Monday through Friday 5:45 a.m. to 6 p.m. and the ER entrance is open 24 hours a day.

Fan Drive

The Seguin Fire Department’s Fan Drive for Seguin residents is underway and fans are available for distribution between 9 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. at the Municipal Court/Fire Administration building, located at 660 S. Hwy 46. Donations of fans are also being accepted. For more information call 830401-2321.

LULAC Community Garden

The Seguin LULAC Community Garden has vegetables ready to pick. Please bring your own bag and be careful where you step. For more information call Ricardo Guerra at 830-822-5820.

The Kiwanis Club of Seguin will have its 62 Annual Flapjack Jamboree from 7 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 10 at the Columbus Club of Seguin, located at 1015 S. Austin St. Tickets are $7 each and proceeds benefit the children of our community.

Poker Tournament Fundraiser

The Big Red Barn has moved its Poker Tournament Fundraiser to 2 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 21. The doors open at 12:30 p.m. with $250 tickets before Wednesday, Nov. 19 and $300 afterwards. Get a group of four or more together and save with $200 each ticket before Thursday, Aug. 13. Tickets are available at www.texagedu. org/texasholdemtournament/, Gift & Gourmet, or Westerholm Koehler Insurance. For more information call 830-379-0933.

RAPPS Individual Sessions

The Rural Area Parenting Program Services (RAPPS) will be providing Protective Parenting & Anger Management classes via webcam through ZOOM. RAPPS classes are accepted by the Judicial System, CPS, Parole and Probation. For more information call 830-303-9225, 830491-1384, email seguinrapps@gmail.com or visit seguinrappsorg.org.

Volunteers Needed

The Precious Life Services is recruiting volunteers to help with training classes, fundraising, event planning, and coordinating. To volunteer, call 830-372-5980.

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Jones Mark Steven Jones, age 65 of Midlothian, Texas, and a native of Seguin, passed away on August 30, 2020, after a fierce battle with bile duct cancer. Mark was born in San Antonio, Texas, and adopted into the loving arms of his parents Helna Alma (Neumann) and Gordon Parker Jones. Mark attended Seguin High School, where he played trombone in the marching band when he wasn’t out causing trouble—good naturedly, of course.

Mark is preceded in death by his mother and father and many aunts and uncles. Survivors include his loving wife of 34 years, Melanie Jones; children Margaret Elizabeth Bowman, 31, from the Nashville area; and Gordon Forrest Jones, 30 from the Denver area; his sister Shari Jones Robertson and her husband Fred, from Austin; sisters-in law Jamie Schick Whitehouse (husband Dave); Julie Schick; Jackie Schick Center (husband Lance) and all of their families including many nieces and nephews. He also has many beloved cousins, extended family, and dear friends, all of whom he adored. Mark was an incredible husband, father, brother, and friend, and he always had a quick smile and loved to make others laugh. He cared so deeply about his family, and they all adore him—he will be missed dearly and never forgotten. A walk through line visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Graveside service and interment will be held on Thursday, September 3, 2020, at 9:30 a.m. at the Lone Oak Cemetery next to Friedens United Church of Christ (2555 Friedens

Religion

Blessing of the Backpacks Drive-Through Parade

The Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church will have a Blessing of the Backpacks Drive-Through Parade from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 1 at 450 Dolle Ave. They will bless school employees, students, and the trusted adults in students’ lives who will be guiding them in 2020-2021. Bring your backpacks, laptops, and other materials. There will be blessings, food while supplies last, and some items to help in the school year.

The Country Church Attic

Beginning Thursday, Sept. 3, in consideration of the well being of its clients, the Country Church Attic will now open the first Thursday of each month.

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Church Road) in Seguin, TX with the Reverend Doctor Edward J. Kern (of Trinity Lutheran, San Antonio) officiating. All are invited to an early lunch immediately after the graveside service at The Big Red Barn—The Texas Agricultural Education & Heritage Center at 390 Cordova Road, Seguin TX 78155. Serving as pallbearers will be Trenton Robertson, Ty Schaeferkoeter, Colton Center, Adam Bowman, Jordan McBee, Kenny Remmert, Calen Remmert and Clay Remmert. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or your local animal shelter or hospice care provider. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912. Social distancing and face coverings are required at all locations.

Clothing Ministry

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

Free Bible Course

The World Bible School is offering free Bible correspondence courses. Answer questions from the Bible and send in for grading. Visit studygod.info for further information. To be sure your religious organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax (830) 379-2238, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED office located at 609 E. Court St., Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.

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SPECIAL NEEDS MONITORS WANTED! Navarro ISD Transportation Department is taking applications for Special Needs Monitors. Starting pay $10.50/hour, training, competitive salary and benefits. Call Transportation Office (830) 401-5575 for additional information or apply in person at 6450 N. State Hwy. 123, Seguin. Visit our website at www.nisd.us

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Navarro ISD is hiring School Bus Drivers for our growing team. Experience preferred, but will train. Starting pay $15.48/hr. (4 hour guarantee for routes plus field trip hours available at same pay rate). Pay scaled to years of service, semi-monthly paydays. We offer paid training, competitive salary and benefits. Air Conditioned routes Available! Apply on our website at www.nisd.us or apply in person at 6450 N. State Hwy. 123, Seguin. DON’T MISS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A GROWING SCHOOL DISTRICT!

PAT BAKER COMPANY NOW HIRING!

Apply in person at Kingsbury office 10321 E. Hwy. 90. Class A Driver $18-$24, Must have 2 years experience. 100% paid insurance for employees.

FOR RENT RESTAURANT FOR LEASE also Office/Retail Space available in small shopping center 924 S. Austin Street. 830-379-0286.

FOR SALE AVOCADO TREES: Liters from Puerto Rico, prices range from $5 to $7 each. Call Ramona at 830-212-9279.

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