Murdoch’s acquires D&D Texas Outfitters
Company president shares the excitement of serving
Seguin
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) – D&D Texas Outfitters here in Seguin is no longer. This week, the locally owned farm and ranch retailer has turned over its operation to Murdoch’s Ranch & Home Supply. After decades of running the popular store just north of Interstate 10, D&D Owners Chase and Corbett Ferrell have sold the operation to Murdoch’s. In town to oversee the acquisition is Chris Odegard, Murdoch’s president and chief merchandising officer. Odegard, who is one of the five owners of the company, says he is excited to be a part of the local store’s next chapter.
“We are a farm and ranch retail operation. We are privately held. There are five of us that own it. We’ve all grown up in the business.
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Squirrel Trail program, CVB website now state recognized
(Seguin) – The city’s Seguin Squirrel Trail program is now officially an award-winning Squirrel Trail program.
Visit Seguin, the city’s official convention & visitors bureau, is proud to announce that it has been honored with three prestigious awards from the Texas Association of Convention and Visitor Bureaus (TACVB) Destination Excellence Awards.
Included in that list are two awards recognizing the ongoing success of the city’s Squirrel Trail Program, which promotes art in public places. The fiberglass squirrel statues, independently sponsored by local groups and individuals, are painted and then placed in public areas throughout the community.
The Seguin CVB also walked away with a third Destination Award,
earning the People’s Choice for Website Design and Effectiveness.
Blair Friar, Seguin Main Street & CVB assistant director, says the scope of these awards are based on outstanding achievements in destination marketing and management.
“There’s the Peer Recognition which is voted again on by our peers and the Convention & Visitors Bureau community across Texas and that is by budget categories and then the Judges’ Choice is among all entries so no matter what budget category your CVB falls under, the judge’s pick their favorite out of all those submissions. So, yes, when you get picked in that section, it definitely brings us the excitement because you are competing against very large destinations and it’s just exciting to say that our program
was selected,” said Friar. Friar says the city is especially excited that its Squirrel Trail program is getting the recognition it deserves by receiving both the People’s Choice for Community/Local Engagement and Judges Choice for Community/ Local Engagement Campaign awards. She says it validates the project’s impact and creativity in the Seguin community.
“Because it is a statewide award entry process, to be able to submit it and get the award, it was very exciting. We are excited and proud to submit it of course but then when you are able to get it as a peer recognition as well as Judge’s Choice for that Squirrel Trail Award that kind of suits us up a little bit and kind of amps the whole squirrel program.
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Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
D&D, continued.
We love retail and we sell all the same products that D&D does plus some more. We love firearms, ammo, optics, and sporting goods. We will be bringing those in hopefully before Christmas and do a big job in pet supplies, pet feed, large animal feed – all the categories that you have come to love at D&D and more as well. This is our 7th store in Texas. We began adding stores down here in the fall of 2022 and are very proud to add this one in Seguin and partner with D&D,” said Odegard.
Odegard says he recognizes the reputation that D&D has held onto for the last several decades and is honored to be a part of the Ferrell family’s decision – a decision that also includes each of its current team members.
“We’ve known the Ferrell brothers for years. We’ve had the upmost admiration and respect for their business, customer service, great products, fair prices and when they called and said they were wanting to sell, we were happy to engage in that process with them. So, we are happy to take care of their people, bring their folks on board. The entire store team was offered positions last night (Tuesday night) and they began orientation this morning. We are getting the business back on its feet and have hit the ground running. Excited for this transition,” said Odegard.
The Ferrell brothers also in a written statement shared their thoughts about this next chapter.
“From our perspective, Murdoch’s is an outstanding farm and ranch retailer, and our core values of serving the customer, supporting the livelihood of our communities and valuing our team members are completely aligned. Our customers and team members will be in good hands,” said Chase & Corbett Ferrell of the sale.
Like D&D, Odegard says Murdoch’s takes pride
Squirrel, continued.
We are really proud of all three awards but that one really has been a labor of love and a really fun project to see come to fruition,” said Friar.
Friar says the awards recognize not only the idea for the squirrel trail program but also its implementation in attracting visitors.
“It’s based on special events that we are really trying to get the community behind and get that backing. In our submission, we included the success of the project, the number of sponsors that we have received, the number of squirrels in production as well as results from – the maps that are getting picked up daily in the visitor’s center. We have an online stop by stop map that you can take to go on the squirrel trail that we
in not only its customer service but also the overall standards that set throughout its 45 other stores.
“We are all about taking care of our people, our own and our customers. Just because we have a number of stores, it doesn’t mean that we have lost that sight of what is important, so we are here to have a great store, great service, great products and just want to build on the success of D&D,” said Odegard.
Although the Ferrell’s have turned over the D&D operation, Odegard says it is important to note that their D&D Trailers business will continue to operate next door.
“D&D Trailers continues and will be owned and operated by Chase Ferrell and they will be fantastic neighbors to have and excited to be right next to them,” said Odegard.
Meanwhile, Odegard is excited about transforming the store for local customers. He says team members will remain busy these next few months making the shift throughout its store shelves.
“We sell very similar products and in order to make this transition work, we need to clear through the similar ones and bring in our version. So, there will be quite a few deals going on throughout the store as we get sales enacted and as we transform the store. So, we might have something on sale but we are just going to move through that and bring in our version of the same product,” said Odegard.
Murdoch’s first store began in 1994 in its home office location of Bozeman, MT. Today, Murdoch’s operates stores spanning six states. Those states include Colorado, Idaho, Montana, Nebraska, Texas, and Wyoming. They are also available to customers via their website at murdochs.com.
Here in Seguin, customers will benefit from new expanded hours at the ranch and home retailer. The hours will be 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays.
can track how many people have used. We were able to submit some real good numbers on the usage and the adoption of this program from the local community because that is what really shows that it was a great program,” said Friar.
Like the squirrel program, Friar says its third award also solidifies the city’s new award-winning website –a novelty for any community in the state tourism industry.
“We launched our new website last year and we have really been able to see a jump in web traffic and just the general usage and ease of use, honestly of the website. That is kind of what was judged of how user friendly it was as well as what our actual numbers look like as far as people who are visiting our site and using it. So, we were really excited to be able to
put that in for consideration this year because it was a very exciting project for us and then to be able to be selected. Again, this was in our budget category which kind of evens out the playing field. We are able to compete against people who are at our level because we can’t obviously afford the websites of some really large destinations but to be able to say we have an award-winning website is also very exciting because we worked really hard on it and it’s been nice to see it all come out,” said Friar.
The state organization’s Destination Excellence Awards are said to help celebrate the outstanding work of destination management organizations across Texas. The TACVB presented Seguin with its awards last month in Austin.
Seguin boys force play-in game; Marion
Following upset over Trinity, TLU Bulldogs to open SCAC schedule at home on Saturday
(Seguin) — The Texas Lutheran Bulldogs come home this Saturday after a 35-20 upset of NCAA Division III 13th-ranked Trinity last Saturday in San Antonio.
The Bulldogs were led by Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Special Teams Player of the Week Tristan Smith and SCAC Defensive Player of the Week Troy Tomaselli. Smith blocked a punt and would go on to scoop and score a 12-yard touchdown for his first career touchdown to give the Bulldogs an early lead. Tomaselli finished with eight tackles, a forced fumble, a pass break up and an interception.
The victory was the first for TLU over a ranked opponent in five years and Bulldog head coach Neal LaHue said his team was ready to play after a season of close losses last year.
“A lot was made of our losing record last year and I’m really proud of the way our kids responded. We never lost focus. If you came and watched us last year in week nine and 10, you wouldn’t have known what our record was,” LaHue said. “Our kids worked their tails off, had great attitudes and I felt like we were in a lot of games last year. We just let (those games) slip away, we didn’t finish.
“We played with a lot of young guys last year and they worked extremely hard in the offseason. And then when you go through your fall camp, you get tired of hitting each other. So, they were excited about hitting different colored jerseys and they were ready to play.”
TLU will return to Bulldog Stadium in their home and
conference opener on Saturday to take on the Centenary Gents. Centenary recently brought back their football program to campus. The Gents are competing in their first NCAA season since 1947. Centenary fell, 43-20 at home to Hendrix in their first game of the season last week.
This Saturday’s conference opener will kick off at 6 p.m. at Bulldog Stadium in Seguin.We’ll have the game for you on KWED. Our Bulldog pregame starts at 5:30 on Saturday afternoon where we’ll visit more with Coach LaHue on AM 1580. This weekend’s game will also be simulcast on the TLU+ YouTube Channel.
Chris Austin
VITAL STATISTICS
Hoffman
Malcolm Emil Hoffman was born in the family farmhouse in Maxwell, Texas on March 28, 1928, to Ella (Hummel) and Oscar Emil Hoffman. He passed away peacefully surrounded by family members on September 2, 2024 in Marlton, New Jersey at the age of 96.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Ella and Oscar Emil Hoffman, his son, John Hoffman, and wife, JoAnn Spenrath Hoffman.
Malcolm is survived by his 2nd wife, Marge Jarvis Hoffman; sister, Joyce Boggan Hagedorn; children, Grace Mueller (John), Paul Hoffman (Jennifer), Jim Hoffman ( Li); daughter in law, Madeline Hoffman. He is also survived by his grandchildren; Chris Mueller (Karly); Jennifer Mueller; Alex Hoffman; Jason Hoffman; Hannah Hoffman; and Lizzy Womack-Hoffman (Reed).
Malcolm also had two beloved great grandchildren, Mollie and Annabelle Mueller. He also is survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Malcolm also fell in love with his bonus Jarvis family: children; Don Jarvis(Jeanette); Janet Ambrose(Jim); Mark Jarvis(Ardra); grandchildren: Rick Jarvis(Amber),Jeff Jarvis, Will Jarvis, Matthew Jarvis, Michael Jarvis, Josh Ambrose, Jeremy Ambrose, Kyra Jarvis, Marissa Jarvis, Josiah Jarvis, Tabitha Jarvis, Jeremiah Jarvis, Micaiah Jarvis; great grandchildren: Chase Jarvis, Logan Jarvis, Elias Jarvis, Lauralei Jarvis, Dylan Jarvis, Jackson Jarvis, Emmett Jarvis.
Malcolm graduated from Lockhart High School and Texas Lutheran College. He was then called into ministry and attended Evangelical Lutheran Theological Seminary in Columbus, Ohio completing his master’s in divinity. In later years he did residency in Clinical Pastoral Education, becoming a Board Certified Chaplain.
During his internship at Highland Park Lutheran Church in San Antonio, he met JoAnn Spenrath. They fell in love and got married on June16, 1952. Malcolm was ordained on June 20, 1954, at Ebenezer Lutheran Church in Maxwell, Texas. He had also been baptized and confirmed there. His calling to serve God as a pastor started in Wilson, Texas at St. John Lutheran Church. He then became pastor at Lutheran Church of the Good Shepard in San Antonio. His third church calling was
Christ the King Lutheran Church in Kenner (suburb of New Orleans), Louisiana. At this time, he has a family of 6. The culture of New Orleans was thoroughly enjoyed by all. Malcolm was then called back to San Antonio to Zion Lutheran Church on Cincinnati St. It was here that he realized his gift of listening and counseling which led him to become a chaplain. He served as the chaplain of pastoral care at a brand new hospital, St. Luke’s Lutheran Hospital in San Antonio. Malcolm later served as the Director of Chaplaincy Services for Lutheran Social Services of the South.
After retirement, he and JoAnn sold their home and did full time “RVing” for several years. They then settled in Seguin. JoAnn succumbed to cancer that she battled for many years. Malcolm was a charter member of Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church. He took much joy in helping build this ministry. He was also a member of the Retired Pastors Breakfast Club, the Whataburger Breakfast Club, and the Saturday Su Casa Breakfast Club. He continued toserve the South West Texas Synod in many roles.
In 2010 Malcolm was blessed with the love of Marge Jarvis. He was smitten! They married on May 12, 2018, and had an extraordinarily close relationship for 6 beautiful years. They had adventures that spanned from Alaska to Texas. Their days were filled with devotions, discussions, family, and just holding each other’s hands.
Malcolm’s gentle nature and wisdom, infectious smile, and uncanny humor will cause many to shed a tear with a smile from a memory of him for years to come.
Malcolm’s celebration of life will be held on September 21, 2024 at 10:30 am at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, 416 Dolle Avenue, Seguin, Texas, with a light lunch to follow. For those who desire, the service may be livestreamed at https://www.youtube.com/live/_GwDMbppwGw?feature=shared. Colorful attire to help celebrate a colorful man is welcome. Clergy are invited to vest and process. The color of the day is green or rainbow.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, 416 Dolle Avenue, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or a charity of your choice.
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.
Bierstedt
Harry Eddie Bierstedt, age 91 of Seguin, passed away on September 4, 2024. Harry was born on October 6, 1932 in Seguin, Texas to Tilda (Grimm) and William Bierstedt. Harry proudly served his country in the United States Army. After serving, he went to work for the Koehler Company as a cabinet maker up until his retirement. He loved hunting, fishing, and traveling to many places. He and Dorothy especially enjoyed going to Eagle Pass and Louisiana.
Many good times were spent with family, friends and neighbors.
Harry is preceded in death by his loving wife Dorothy Mae Bierstedt, his parents, his twin brother, Herbert O. Bierstedt and his nephew, Douglas W. Bierstedt.
Survivors include his brother, Alton Bierstedt (Jane); nephews, Aaron Bierstedt (Kim), and Blake Bierstedt (Sharon); niece, Linda
Martin (Leslie); numerous other loving family members and friends.
Visitation will begin on Tuesday, September 10, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. followed by funeral services at 10:30 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Judith Miller officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers will be Blake Bierstedt, Johnathan Bierstedt, Leslie Martin, George Bierstedt, David Stahl, Colton Stahl and Derek Ranft. Honorary pallbearers will be Raul Guerra, Stephen Daniel, Jack Coker, Steve Horvath, and Ronald Hermes.
The family would like to thank the staffs of Nesbit Living and Recovery Center, Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, and Guadalupe Regional Hospice Services for their care of Harry.
Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Lutheran of Elm Creek Church, 3305 Church Road, Seguin, Texas, 78155.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Threet
Robert Eric Threet passed away on September 2, 2024, in Seguin, Texas, at the age of 67. He was born on October 16, 1957, in Fort Worth, Texas, to William H. and Irmgard Hobratschk Threet.
Eric was a USN veteran who served from 1975 through 1983. He is preceded in death by his father, Bill, his paternal grandparents, William and Claudia Lovett Threet, and his maternal grandparents, Andrew and Selma Hohle Hobratschk. He is survived by his mother,
Irmie Threet; sister, Kathy Nossaman, and her husband, Warren; brother, John Threet, and his wife, Kay, and their daughters, Emily Threet Durst and Libby Chernuta.
Eric moved to Seguin in 2011, working as the caregiver for his mother.
Per Eric’s request, a private service will be held at a later date with interment at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.
Memorials may be given to the Seguin Area Community Foundation, P.O. Box 2725, Seguin, TX 78156.
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.
Biden Administration Announces New Rule On Mental Health Coverage
(Washington, DC) -- The Biden administration is announcing a new rule in an effort to bring mental health insurance benefits up to the same level as those related to physical health. President Biden said in a statement issued today that “mental health care is health care,” but added that critical care and treatments are out of reach for too many Americans. The new rule adds to the 2008 federal Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act. A White House Domestic Policy Advisor says around 175-million Americans with private insurance could benefit from the new rule.
Eggs Recalled After Linked To 65 Salmonella Cases
(Atlanta, GA) -- There’s a multi-state egg recall underway after more than 60 salmonella cases were reported. The CDC says Wisconsin-based Milo’s Poultry Farms has begun recalling all eggs branded “Milo’s Poultry Farms” and “Tony’s Fresh Market” in nine states. The states include Virginia, Iowa, Minnesota, Colorado, Utah, California, Michigan, Wisconsin, and Illinois. There are no reported deaths.
Missouri Bird Flu Case Unlike Others
(Jefferson City, MO) -- The first human case of bird flu in Missouri this season has been confirmed by the CDC - and this one is different than any other case detected in the U.S. this year. That’s because unlike all the rest, there was no known exposure to sick or infected animals. The Missouri Department of Health says the patient tested positive after being hospitalized on August 22nd and had underlying medical conditions. The disease is mainly found in wild birds, dairy cows and poultry, but can occasionally infect people.
Former NY Governor Cuomo Testifying On Capitol Hill Over COVID-19 Pandemic
(Washington, DC) -- Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo will testify publicly on Capitol Hill Tuesday afternoon about his response to the COVID-19 pandemic. He’s previously been criticized about the more than 15-thousand nursing home deaths in the state during a closed door House subcommittee hearing. That committee will release its findings and livestream Cuomo’s appearance. Back in June an independent report by an outside consulting firm concluded that Cuomo’s takeover of public health policy during the pandemic was “a significant and unnecessary mistake.” Cuomo issued a mandate in 2020 ordering nursing homes to admit patients who’d tested positive for coronavirus.
Suicide Prevention Online Workshop
The Precious Life Services, in honor of National Suicide Prevention Week, will offer an online workshop from 1 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 11 via Zoom. The workshop will cover the identification and recognition of risk factors and warning signs of suicide, as well as debunking myths and facts, complemented by direct and indirect role-play scenarios. To register, visit https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ identifying-and-recognizing-risk-factors-and-warning-signs-tickets-971413823897.
Girl Scout Mermaid Party Girls in Kindergarten through12th grade are invited to find out more about Girl Scouts at a Mermaid Party from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 11 at The Meeting House, located at 216 E. Humphreys St. in Seguin. An annual membership in Girl Scouts is $25, with financial aid available. For more information, visit www.girlscouts-swtx.org.
Book of Daniel Bible Study
The Redemption Fellowship will have a Book of Daniel Bible Study at 6:30 p.m. Wednesdays through Wed. Nov. 20 in the Joe Cools AC party room, located at 527 E Kingsbury St. in Seguin. For additional information, contact Linda Dietz at 830-660-6557.
Rummage Sale
The Cross Church will have a Rummage Sale from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12, Friday, Sept. 13, and Saturday, Sept. 14 in the Fellowship Hall, located at 814 N. Bauer St. in Seguin.
Chamber After Hours Mixer
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12 at the South Texas Pregnancy Care Center, located at 1328 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin.
Meet & Greet with Lecture by Dr. Cesar Silva
There will be a Meet & Greet with Lecture by Dr. Cesar Silva, TLU Director of the Center for Mexican American Studies(CMAS) at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 12 at Teatro’s Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. Learn about TLU’s past, present, and future of CMAS.
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.
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.
Greater Refuge Church Judah First Volume 2 Musical
The Greater Refuge Church will present its Judah First Volume 2 Musical at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 410 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin. The attire Is casual. If you have church T-shirts please wear and represent your House of Worship.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pumpkin Patch Pictures
The First Methodist church will celebrate its 30th Annual Pumpkin Patch this year and are seeking pictures from the early years. If you would like to share your pictures of the early years from the Pumpkin Patch, please send copies to FMC Pumpkin Patch, 710 N. Austin St., Seguin, TX 78155 or share them on the FMC Seguin Pumpkin Patch Facebook page. The Patch will open Saturday, September 28. For more information call 830-379-4112.
Diez Y Seis De Septiembre Fiestas Patrias Exhibit
There will be a Diez Y Seis De Septiembre Fiestas Patrias Exhibit through Thursday, Oct. 24 at the Seguin Heritage Museum, located at 114 N. River St. in Seguin.
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.
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.
Girl Scout Swifties Event
Girls in Kindergarten through12th grade are invited to find out more about Girl Scouts at a Swifties Event from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at The Meeting House, located at 216 E. Humphreys St. in Seguin. An annual membership in Girl Scouts is $25, with financial aid available. For more information, visit www.girlscouts-swtx.org.
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.
Comal Country Music Show
The Comal Country Music Show will be held from 7:30 to 10 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 17 at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 111 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The featured guests performers will be Gabe Galvan and Jo Beth Brehm. The doors open at 6 p.m. with an $8 cover charge. All proceeds benefit charities.
Pecan Valley Communicators
The Pecan Valley Communicators, a community group who help others become confident speakers, we meet at 6:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. Visit us at www. pecanvalleycommunicators.org.
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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.
Meet the Artist
Teatro De Artes will have a Meet the Artist event at 6 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19 at Teatro’s Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. Come meet Debora Kuetzpal Vasquez, NEA Our Town Mexican American/Tejano Artist in Residence.
NARFE Chapter 0672 Meeting
There will be a NARFE Chapter 0672 Meeting at 9:30 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 20 at the 710 Activity Center, located at 710 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The program will be on FEDHub. For more information, call 210-215-2352 or email tjvital@gmail.com, or visit www.narge.org/site/chapter672.
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 POW/MIA Memorial Service
The Geronimo VFW will have a POW/MIA Memorial Service at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 20. 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.
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. Im-
provements 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.
Republican Women Meeting
The Guadalupe County Republican Women will meet at 11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Sept. 26 at the Seguin Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The speaker will be Guadalupe County Judge, Kyle Kutscher. Lunch is $15 and reservations are required by calling or texting 830-3913979 or emailing silvercenter@sbcglobal.net. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw. com.
First Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch 2024
Beginning on Saturday, Sept. 28, the First Methodist Church of Seguin Pumpkin Patch 2024 will be open daily, Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and noon to 7 p.m. Sundays in October at 710 N. Austin St. A second load of pumpkins will arrive on October 12. For more information call 830-379-4112.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 29. Entertainment will be provided by Crosstown Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
October
The Gathering Music Show and Dance
The Gathering Music Show and Dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 1 at the Geronimo VFW. The doors open at 5:30 with at $10 admission. The entertainment will be provided by Jake Blocker and Zac Clifton. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Parkinson’s Support Group
The Gonzales Area Parkinson’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. the first 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.
St. James 5th Annual Classic Car Show
The St. James Catholic Church will have its 7th Annual Classic Car Show from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 5 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The entry fee is $25 for pre-registration and $30 the day of the event. Entry time will be from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m., with the awards beginning at 1 p.m. Pre-registration is available at https://saintjamescc.org/car-show-2024. Proceeds benefit St. James Catholic School. For questions, email stjamesclassiccarshow @gmail. com.
St. James Fall Family Festival
The St. James Catholic Church will have its Fall Family Festival from 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 6 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. There will be a $13 pork steak dinner 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a raffle, games, rides, petting zoo, food booths, and live music by Gacho Sol Band and Clint Taft. There will also be a raffle and live and silent auctions. For raffle and dinner tickets, call 830-379-1796 or visit 510 S. Camp St. For more information visit https://saintjamescc.org/festival.
Geronimo VFW Friday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Friday Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 1. Entertainment will be provided by the Jake Blocker Band. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Last Day to Register to Vote
The last day to register to vote in the 2024 Election is Monday, Oct. 7. For more information, visit www. co.guadalupe.tx.us/elections.
Geronimo VFW Jam Session
The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 8. 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.
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.
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Geronimo VFW Friday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Friday Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 13. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Thriving Hearts Boots & Butterflies Event
The Thriving Hearts Crisis Center will have its Boots & Butterflies Event from 5 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 17 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. For more information, email development@safeseguin.org.
Hopeful Acres Bourbon and Cigar Tasting Fundraising Event
The Hopeful Acres will have a Bourbon and Cigar Tasting Fundraising Event from 6 to 10 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 18 at Johnny Pickles Distillery. Tickets are $50.
Geronimo VFW Friday Free Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Friday Free Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 18. Entertainment will be provided by a DJ. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
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, chilidog plate sale, silent auction, and vendors. For more information, contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or email gvyoungmarines@gmail.com.
Puppies & Pumpkins in the Pumpkin Patch/Rummage Sale
The First Methodist Church will have its Blessing of the Animals in the Prayer Garden and the Seguin Animal Control will sponsor Puppies in the Patch with puppies for adoption at 10 a.m. n Saturday, Oct. 19 at 710 N. Austin St. in Seguin. There will also be a Rummage Sale. The Patch is open daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. on Sundays in October. For more information call 830-379-4112.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 20. Entertainment will be provided by Lone Star Pickerz. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
First Day to Early Vote
The first day to Early Vote in the 2024 Election is Monday, Oct. 21. For more information, visit www.
co.guadalupe.tx.us/elections.
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.
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.
Seguin Art League Annual Fundraiser
The Seguin Art League will have its Annual Fundraiser from Thursday, Oct. 24 to Saturday, Nov. 9. A prospectus for the “Seguin: Our Town” show is available at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin or downloaded from www.seguinartleague.com. This year, you may also paint on a 9x12x1.5 canvas as well as the pecan panel. For more information, call 830305-0472.
Last Day to Apply for Mail Ballot
The last day to apply for a Mail Ballot in the 2024 Election is Friday, Oct. 25. For more information, visit www.co.guadalupe.tx.us/elections.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 27. Entertainment will be provided by Cactus Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
November
Last Day to Vote Early in Person
The last day to vote early in person in the 2024 Election is Friday, Nov. 1. For more information, visit www.co.guadalupe.tx.us/elections.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3. Entertainment will be provided by Crosstown Country. 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 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.
Election Day
The Election Day for the 2024 Election is Tuesday, Nov. 5. For more information and polling locations, visit www.co.guadalupe.tx.us/elections.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10. Entertainment will be provided by Country Sounds. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Geronimo VFW Jam Session
The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
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.
Geronimo VFW Friday Free Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Friday Free Dance from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15. Entertainment will be provided by a DJ. 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. Saturday, Nov. 16 at GRMC, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 17. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance
The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 24. Entertainment will be provided by The Posse. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.
December
Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group
The Texas Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Seguin Support Group will meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. TX-46 in Seguin.
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Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Merry Melodies, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 15 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@ mtsymphony.org.
February
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Puttin On the Ritz, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Brauntex Theatre in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www. mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-4635353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Brown Cultural Event Series – Jose Hernandez
The TLU Jessie S. and Jack Harold Upton Brown Cultural Enrichment Fund will present Elizabeth Smart at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 27 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. Elizabeth Smart is a victim of one of the most followed child abduction cases of our time and has become a beacon of hope and an advocate for change related to child abduction and recovery programs. Smart, now a bestselling author, will speak about her experience and recovery.
March
Brown Cultural Event Series – Jose Hernandez
The TLU Jessie S. and Jack Harold Upton Brown Cultural Enrichment Fund will present The Second City 65th Anniversary Show at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. There will be handpicked songs, sketches, and characters written by Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Bill Murray, Keegan Michael Key, Eugene Levy, and other star-studded alumni of The Second City. The show celebrates the comedy troupe’s history with favorite material from their stages over the years.
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 830463-5353 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, drug-free program and need males, 19 years and up who would like to see the program grow by contributing time to help future citizens, boys and girls 8 to 18. Positions available include computer input, physical fitness training, planning/logistics, and medical. Contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or visit www.gvyoungmarines.org.
La Trinidad Blessing Box - Food Pantry
The La Trinidad United Methodist Church invites you to “Take what you need, Bring what you can, and above all be Blessed!” by its Blessing Box Food Pantry located at the corner of the church at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The Blessing Box is filled with items to help those in need.
The Country Church Attic
The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.
Clothing Ministry
The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further information call 830-303-6478.
Free Bible Course
The World Bible School is offering free Bible correspondence courses. Answer questions from the Bible and send in for grading. Visit studygod. info for further information.
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