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City giving citizens a new, quick way to find an answer, report a problem

By Darren Dunn

TextMyGov allows the city to expand its ability to reach those people.

(Seguin) -- There’s a new way for you to easily access information or to report problems in the city of Seguin. The city this week is launching its TextMyGov text messaging service.

Seguin Public Information Officer Jennifer Sourdellia says that this is a tool that is easily accessible to anyone who has the ability to send a text message.

Sourdellia says texting is a major way that people communicate today, and

“At least 97 percent of smart phone owners text regularly according to Pew Research (Center). According to a Nielson Study, 56 percent of people surveyed would rather text message a business rather than call customer service. Using TextMyGov is a quick, easy and in many cases eliminates the need to call the city and there’s no app to download,” said Sourdellia.

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from the state, the county and Guadalupe Regional Medical Center.

Parker says that there are still new cases being reported, but that number has slowed a bit and most of those patients continue to recover.

By Darren Dunn (Seguin) -- The latest data shows that COVID-19 numbers continue to improve in Seguin and Guadalupe County.

Seguin City Manager Steve Parker has been providing regular COVID-19 updates during each Seguin City Council meeting. Parker, on Tuesday, again shared the latest numbers released by officials

“We have at this time 2,275 total reported cases in Guadalupe County – 1994 of those have recovered with 281 confirmed active cases and that shows that Guadalupe Regional had 34 deaths and they only have one hospitalized at this time. The state website shows 72 deaths across the state but we haven’t gotten a determination of which cities those were in Guadalupe County but 34 have been from the hospital,” said Parker.

Parker says the local COVID-19 hospitalization and death rates have also come down in recent weeks. Parker says of the deaths that have been reported so far, a number of them have occurred in the city of Seguin, and he says that’s something

that they have been watching closely.

“We do have 22 of the 42 deaths in Guadalupe County. When we talked to the hospital and emergency management and Guadalupe County, the only thing we can think of is maybe there is more multi-generational people, houses here in Seguin so you have families that are living together, getting more exposed and so forth so we have had a larger case of deaths in Seguin as opposed to somewhere else,” said Parker.

The mitigation efforts appear to be working, especially when the numbers are compared to the high number of deaths and hospitalizations that were seen in Guadalupe County earlier this summer.

Residents are encouraged to continue to fight against the spread of the virus by wearing a mask, practicing social distancing and washing their hands often.

Seguin ISD parents getting a few pre-back to school reminders

By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- This week is the week for Meet the Teacher and school schedules.

Of course, this year is plenty different as each campus is expected to notify families about its own particular events. Notification is for students learning face to face or from home.

Sean Hoffmann, the chief communications officer for the Seguin ISD, says the district is relying on social media, the local media and of course the telephone to make contact with their families about and for a large number of campuses, today’s Meet the Teacher. He says with students still registering, schools are working around the clock to get everything in order and ready for next week’s first day of school.

“We will be having Meet the Teacher this week.

However, it is going to look different than as it has in years past. We will be having face to face Meet the Teacher events for our pre-k, kinder, first grade and sixth grade students. We want our younger students to have that opportunity if their parents so desire to have them come in and meet their teacher as well as our students who are transitioning into middle school at the sixth-grade level. We are not offering those face to face meet the teacher events for our other grades simply because we want to minimize the number of visitors in our schools. There will be virtual opportunity so campuses should be contacting parents to let parents and students know when those virtual or online Meet the Teacher opportunities are for this week,” said Hoffmann.

Hoffmann says school campuses will also be working this week to make sure that electronic devices also make it into the hands of local children.

“Same goes for the device distribution – during our online registration process, parents were able to let us know whether or not they needed a device for their student at home and so again, the campuses are contacting those parents who have made that indication on our online registration process,” said Hoffmann.

Hoffmann says class schedules are also now available for secondary level students through the Seguin ISD Parent Portal.

Seguin ISD officials are also taking the time this week to share a couple of things with their parents. Hoffmann says the first involves student transportation.

“One thing that is new this school year in regard to transportation, we are encouraging our parents, if possible, to drive their children to school. This is something that we don’t normally encourage. Normally, we want to encourage as many students as possible to ride a bus to school. However, due to COVID-19, due to social distancing, again, this year, we are encouraging parents that if they have the ability to drop their children off at school or carpool with other family members to do that – that is preferable to the bus. We will be offering bus transportation.

It’s possible that we are going to try to social distance as much as possible, however, we do know that the opportunity is there for our students to be in close proximity while on the bus,” said Hoffmann.

Hoffmann says he also wants parents to know that visits to the campus will not be the same.

This especially goes for the first few days of school when it is most busy. He says in order to protect students and staff, the district has to do its part to limit access into the campuses.

“Another item that we want our parents to know this year is that we will be extremely limiting the number of visitors onto a campus, so we are asking our parents to not come to school unless absolutely necessary. We were not looking to have folks who are not staff in the school walking the hallways --again, coming on campus to deliver or join students for lunches. It’s unfortunate that we have to do this but again, we are looking at the safety of our staff and our students trying to mitigate COVID-19 exposure as much as possible. We are hoping that everybody is patient and understanding and realize that we all play a part in the health and safety of our students and staff while they are at school,” said Hoffmann.

City of Seguin launches TextMyGov messaging service

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TEXT PROBLEM, continued from and phone number to contact our citizen technician and public works will be relations coordinator,” said Sourdellia. notified about your email about reports page 1 Sourdellia says access to the service is as easy as texting a dedicated phone number, and then responding to the questions that are sent back to you. She says it can answer all sorts of questions about the city of Seguin.

“So, here’s how it works. Simply text ‘hi’ to 830-800-8002. You will then receive an instant response for various prompts and steps that guide you in locating the information that you are looking for.

TextMyGov scans the city’s website for the key words and instantly replies back with an answer including links for detailed information. For unrecognized words that someone might text in, citizens will be provided an email address

It’s not just a resource for having your questions answered. Sourdellia says the service will also allow you to report problems to the city.

“Citizens can text the word ‘report’ to report issues such as pot holes, a missed garbage collection, a stray animal or weedy lots, etc. They can even upload and text a photo along with the description. City staff will be notified by an email generated by TextMyGov and issues reported will be entered into a workplace system, the majority of time, by our citizens relations coordinator. In some cases for example, animal services will be notified by an email about an animal issue or the administrative

of pot holes or other public works related issues. The administrative technician will then dispatch crews to resolve the issues reported. The same is similar for power outages or water utility issues. A utilities dispatcher will be notified,” said Sourdellia.

Again, it is easy to get started. Just send a text to 830-800-8002 and follow the prompts. Sourdellia says as part of this launch, the city will also be offering another new service that will allow people to sign up to receive updates from the city that are sent via text message.

This is an opt-in service, which is similar to a program also used by the Seguin ISD to keep the community informed about important topics and events.

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Greyhounds snap Panthers’ winning streak in five sets

(Geronimo) – Navarro volleyball’s five-match winning streak ended Tuesday night in a 3-2 home loss to Boerne at the Navarro Events Center.

The Panthers dropped the first set 25-23 and bounced back to win the second by the same count.

Despite the loss, head coach Bernice Voigt says the tight contest against a possible future playoff opponent will benefit Navarro.

good, and we had to play. So it was a good game. We’ll see them later, I think.”

“They’re a good team, and we’ll just get better for playing them and holding our own,” Voigt said. “We’ve never been played five games yet this year, and it’s going to help us, because they’re

Elizabeth Williams put away 16 kills along with a solo block and a block assists to lead the Panthers’ front row

Navarro trailed the opening set 24-20 and recorded three straight points to pull within one, but the Greyhounds won the next point to close it out.

“She has a volleyball background – she’s volleyball smart on the floor and everywhere,” Voigt noted. “She came to us from out of town, but she’s been playing on varsity since she was a freshman, so she’s good.”

The second set was knotted up at 15-all before the Panthers used a 6-1 run to build a 21-16 lead and hold back a late Boerne surge for the twopoint win.

Ashley Gosch and Sara Benner chipped in with 10 kills each.

The Greyhounds seized a 2-1 match lead with a 25-20 win in the third game, and Navarro staved off elimination with a commanding 2518 win in the fourth.

From her setter position, Benner also delivered 36 assists and two service aces.

Libero Nelly Brumley collected 35 digs to set the tone defensively and sent a team-high three aces over the net.

Boerne won the point to snap an early 3-3 tie in the fifth and deciding set and never trailed again, controlling the rest of the frame to pull away for a 15-8 win.

The Panthers had only dropped one set in their previous five matches before Tuesday.

Williams, a junior outside hitter, transferred to NHS during the offseason, and has been a valuable addition to the team’s attack.

Sara Benner (8) and Elizabeth Williams (9) turned in strong performances in Tuesday’s tightly contested setback to Boerne. Photo by Jacqueline Springs.

The loss drops Navarro’s season record to 6-2. The Panthers hit the road Friday for a 6 p.m. opening serve in Fredericksburg.

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Change in SAISD athletics calendar could affect Navarro football schedule

(San Antonio) – Navarro High School’s 2020 football schedule could be affected by COVID-19 once again, this time on the back end of the District 14-4A-Division II slate.

SAISD has pushed back the start date of in-person athletics to Oct. 5, which means Navarro’s Nov. 5 regular season finale against San Antonio-Young Men’s Leadership Academy could be in jeopardy.

The decision only delays the 5A and 6A athletic programs in SAISD by four weeks, but YMLA is in the 4A classification, so their schedule has been pushed eight weeks back from the original start date.

If YMLA is forced to stick with that delay, which SAISD says could change if the COVID-19 situation improves, the first-year varsity program won’t be able to start games until the final week of October, with three of its five district games wiped away.

Navarro opens its season this Friday with a 7:30 p.m. kick in La Vernia.

The game will air live on KWED 1580-AM and Seguintoday.com, with pre-game coverage at 6:50.

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

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

Marion football @ Goliad, 7:30 p.m.

Navarro volleyball @ Fredericksburg, 6 p.m.

Marion volleyball @ Devine, 6 p.m.

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Navarro cross country @ San Antonio-FEAST

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Trump Denies Report He Suffered Series Of Mini Strokes

(Kenosha, WI) -- President Trump is denying claims in a new book that he suffered a series of mini strokes during an unplanned visit to Walter Reed Hospital last November. The book by New York Times reporter Michael Schmidt reportedly says Vice President Mike Pence was told to be ready to take over the powers of the presidency temporarily if doctors needed to put Trump to sleep. Trump said the report is fake news and it never happened. The visit was not on the President’s announced schedule.

U.S. Won’t Join COVID Vaccine Effort Led By WHO

(Undated) -- The U.S. will not be part of a global coronavirus vaccine effort led by the World Health Organization. A White House spokesperson said it will continue to engage with international partners but called the agency corrupt. President Trump has touted the government’s own Operation Warp Speed as it works to develop and distribute an effective vaccine. Multiple companies have already started phase three clinical trials. Trump cut ties with WHO in July.

Study: Antibodies To Fight COVID Do Not Fade Quickly

(Undated) -- New reports are finding antibodies against coronavirus do not fade quickly. deCODE Genetics tested over 30-thousand people in Iceland and concluded the defense lasted for at least four months after initial infection. The branch of the U.S. biotech company Amgen also said there is no decline over the last two months. Those developments bode well for a potential vaccine in the near future.

Panel: No Evidence Convalescent Plasma Treats COVID

(Undated) -- The use of convalescent plasma to treat coronavirus is lacking evidence. The National Institutes of Health concluded there is no data from clinical trials that demonstrates it as a safe or effective option. This comes after the FDA authorized emergency use of the treatment. Over 72-thousand patients with the respiratory illness in the U.S. have been given the therapy. The panel added it should not be considered a standard of care until more studies are completed.

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Tips to protect yourself and others • Wear a mask when in public.

• Practice proper hygiene, and wash hands thoroughly and frequently.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth with unwashed hands.

• Keep a distance of 6 feet between you and others when outside your home.

• Cover your coughs and sneezes with the crook of your arm.

• Avoid crowded public areas and stay at home if possible.

• Do not shake hands.

• If you exhibit symptoms, call your doctor BEFORE going into the office.

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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 we’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.

To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax 379-2238, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.

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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.

To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax 379-2238, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.

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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 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.

Gaitan Roman Mendoza Gaitan of Seguin, Texas passed away August 30th, 2020 at the age of 77 years old.

Survivors include: Wife: Mary Gaitan Sons: Rudy Gaitan and Domingo Anthony Perez Daughter: Donna Gaitan Barron Brothers: Felipe Gaitan,

Armando Gaitan, Amado Gaitan Sisters: Luisa Gaitan and Lucy Gaitan.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 Department, commanded the cooking of the hog on the pit for the Guadalupe County Fair & Rodeo Hospitality Room, fed contestants and their families for the Texas High School Rodeo finals and cooked many a mountain oyster for the Houston Livestock Show pig sift at Brenham.

He served his community and was particularly proud of his 30+ years of hard work benefitting the Guadalupe County Fair, serving as director and President for San Antonio Stock Show Guadalupe Colorado Valley Days.

He received the Honorary Chapter Degree and Distinguished Service Award for contributions to FFA and the Community Builder Award from the Kingsbury Masonic Lodge.

Visitation will be held Tuesday September 8th, 2020 from 9am to 10am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church Seguin, Tx.

After retirement, Johnny turned his talent for picking & trading antiques into a full-time business. Circle 2 Cedar Company not only produced some of the stoutest furniture known to man, but became the hub in downtown Kingsbury for news and commentary.

Rosary will follow beginning at 10am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.

His days were scheduled around televised bull riding and his M-W-F “Summit Conference.”

Mass will follow beginning at 10:30am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church.

He raced pigeons, taught all his grandchildren to fish, and let them drink all the Big Red they wanted. It was a challenge to find a western novel he hadn’t read at least once.

Services entrusted to Crenshaw Funeral Home 216 Blumberg St. Seguin, Tx. 78155 830-303-2208.

Harborth John Wayne, “Johnny” Harborth died August 31, at his beloved Tecolote Ranch outside Kingsbury. He was 77. Born to Bruno and Mildred Aschen Harborth on October 31, 1942 in Seguin, he attended Kingsbury School and graduated from Seguin High School in 1960.

He joined the Marine Corps and proudly represented the Corps riding bulls at rodeos across the Southwest. Returning to his beloved Kingsbury, which he considered the center of the universe, John went to work for Pat Baker Company and worked there 35 years during the Leslie Baker era.

He raised a family and Beefmaster cattle. One favorite cow he named Elizabeth Taylor, “because she was so beautiful.” No dog, and not many people, lived up to the esteemed level of his legendary Ringo.

When he wasn’t working, Johnny fed people. He was a second generation “sop” cook for the Kingsbury Volunteer Fire

Johnny was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Emil Bruno “Pat” Harborth, and Herschel Harborth. He is survived by sons Wade Harborth; Troy Harborth and wife Sallie; Shay Harborth and wife Delary; daughter Sami Kuhn and husband Ryan; grandchildren Kayla Harborth, Jordan Gully, Mary Thomas, Aschlen Harborth, Catherine Kuhn, Caroline Kuhn, Ty Harborth, Piper Harborth and Sloan Harborth; greatgrandchildren Addyson Hayes, Leighton Gully, Graham Dyer and Tucker Gully. He is also survived by brother Kenneth Harborth and wife Joyce; and sister Kay Beyer and husband Joe; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, family members and many, many friends.

Graveside services and interment will be held on Saturday, October 31, 2020 (his birthdate) at 3 p.m. at the Kingsbury Cemetery with Pastor Joe Berkley officiating.

A celebration of life, or “Raggedy Wake” will follow at Johnny’s home on Nash Creek. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Selwin Jones, Roger Bierstedt, Grant Bulltail, James Blackburn, Ellie Lawson, Clint Mergele, Logan Mergele, Mike Villarreal, Chandler Schlueter, Chad Cochran, Jarrett Blair and Benjy Sharp.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Kingsbury United Methodist Church, P. O. Box 34, Kingsbury, Texas, 78638 or to the Kingsbury Volunteer Fire Department, P. O. Box 155, Kingsbury, Texas, 78638.

You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr, Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

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HELP WANTED

Navarro ISD Transportation Department:

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

DON’T MISS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A GROWING SCHOOL DISTRICT

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS WANTED!!

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.

Seeking Personal Provider

Seeking personal provider to assist elderly male. Position will include some light house cleaning and some meal preparation. Must be CNA with certificate and be able to pass drug test and background check. Please provide references. Hours 3-5 days per week 8:30 to 12:30. Hourly wage $14.00. Please send Resume to dlnnp1@gmail.com.

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

NOTICE TO CREDITORS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that original Letters of Administration for the Estate of Ralph Guerra Reyes, Deceased, were issued on August 20, 2020, in Cause No. 2020-PC-0063, pending in the County Court of Guadalupe County, Texas, to: Gloria Gutierrez. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Jennifer M. Dillingham, Attorney at Law, 473 S. Seguin Ave, Ste. 100, New Braunfels, Texas 78130.

Dated the 1st day of September, 2020.

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Religion

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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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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.