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By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera (Seguin) -- A pair of entrepreneurs from Seguin need your help as they race against the clock in their efforts to craft and launch the latest blend and bottle of organic Tequila named VICE. 2011 Seguin High School graduates Zacharee Ramirez and Jay Torrez are hoping to reach their Kickstarter campaign goal of $7,500 by 10 p.m. this Wednesday. As of late Monday, the pair along with a third business partner Jordan Simmons, were about $1,000 shy of meeting their mark. The money raised will go to help support the trio's initial investment to produce VICE Tequila. Ramirez says the idea for VICE started just over a year ago. He says what began as only as an interest for the taste buds has now become a business venture - a business venture that also looks to tie in the bottle of spirits

Zacharee Ramirez, Jordan Simmons and Jay Torrez, left to right, want to put a bottle of their organic VICE Tequila into the hands of everyone this coming spring. This Wednesday is the deadline for their Kickstarter campaign. The young entrepreneurs are still hundreds of dollars shy of reaching their goal, all in hopes of moving forward with production. Courtesy photo.

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"I guess it originally started by all of us just kind of liking Tequila really in the beginning and then we started kind of expanding our taste a little bit just realizing that there is a lot of different varieties and different brands out there of Tequila and so once we started realizing that, there wasn't a Tequila that was branded as a San Antonio product and as a hometown kind of product and so that's when we realized the opportunity to do something like that and so, once we realized the opportunity, what we really did was looked at different Tequilas based out of Texas and this kind of reversed, engineered the whole process of how they did it and kind of put our own little tweak on it and that's how we came up with our product," said Ramirez.

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(Seguin) -- Recent rains have helped to temporarily lift the outdoor burn ban in the unincorporated areas of Guadalupe County. The order which went into effect on Saturday was announced Friday morning following reports of significant rainfall in the area. Patrick Pinder, Guadalupe County fire marshal, emergency management coordina-

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been lifted for now, commissioners during their meeting today will be deciding on a resolution that could potentially place the outdoor burn ban back into effect beginning on Nov. 5. Officials say the burn ban would be authorized should conditions not improve. In the meantime, residents are encouraged to safely take

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Seguin ISD to host public hearing on plans for F, D campuses, meeting to move forward with voter approved playscapes By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera (Seguin) -- The public is invited to sound off on the targeted improvement plans for several of the district's campuses that were either rated as an F or a D campus. Under state law, the district tonight is required to host a public hearing on the plans which help collect, analyze and determine the factors that contributed to unacceptable performances in the state's academic accountability rating system. The

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Seguin entrepreneurs looking to create VICE Tequila, seeking Kickstarter support region of Jalisco, Mexico. The country of Mexico actually owns the rights to tequila because the agave has to be grown there in that region. It is very similar to what the country of France has for champagne. The same concept applies for tequila so that's where it kind of all started out for us was a genuine appreciation for tequila itself," said Ramirez. As for the name, Ramirez says coming up with the right one was very important. "So, the name VICE -- originally we had wanted to call it VERSA which would be the Spanish word for versatility in a way because one, we wanted to showcase how versatile the spirit of tequila is. You can use it with a lot of different cocktails, a lot of different ways but then we started brainstorming a little bit more and realized that VERSA didn't stand out as much. You have different companies that already use that name. So we started playing with the Vice Versa and then 'Vice' sounded like it had a great ring to it and we really liked that name and it's a little bit non-traditional because a lot of tequila names are Spanish names and so we went the other way with that and just went with the more English name of VICE and it just sounds a lot better I think," said Ramirez. Up to this point, VICE has been self-funded. Ramirez says all they need now is this final small "financial push from the community" to help make their dream a reality. TEQUILA continued from page 1 Ramirez says coming up with a new blend of Tequila, however, wasn't that simple. He says the group of budding entrepreneurs spent time touring the Tequila region of Jalisco, Mexico looking for that perfect product. Ramirez says VICE tequila is 100 percent organic created "from the native weber agave." It will also be hand crafted in

a distillery located in the small town of Amatitan. In fact, the agave plant, itself, is harvested, "by jimadores at prime ripeness and then roasted in a traditional clay oven. There are zero additives, artificial or natural, used in the production of VICE." "The main learning point that we kind of figured is that tequila just can't be made anywhere. It has to be made in the tequila

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This includes things such as "production costs for the actual tequila juice, bottle production, cork top production, label printing and manufacturing, importing fees, storage fees and marketing costs." Those wishing to back the project may do so by clicking http://kck.st/2oNnFKe. Individuals, who simply believe in the project, can pledge without a reward or they can pledge based on various gift levels. Those gift levels include a VICE shot glass, a VICE Fiesta t-shirt or both. If the trio reaches the Kickstarter goal, then the plan will be to officially introduce the bottle of tequila during San Antonio's 2020 Fiesta celebration. Again, the deadline to pledge online is 9:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30.

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As for Wednesday's deadline, Ramirez hopes everyone becomes a part of bringing this bottle to the shelf. He says the $7,500 goal is the amount required to import their first order of 720 bottles.

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"The Kickstarter platform, the actual company Kickstarter started that platform to help entrepreneurs and different start up individuals create projects that in the end would be meant to be shared with a lot of people and so, when we wanted to do Kickstarter, we actually found that we had to submit an application to Kickstarter kind of discussing what the project is and how we can share it with other people and so

once we got approved, that's how we chose Kickstarter because we want to share our product with all the different communities, Seguin community, San Antonio community and all of the surrounding areas and eventually, we are going to grow outward to kind of get everyone that San Antonio experience and that San Antonio area. Kickstarter's whole vision is again to create product that can be shared with other people and they also have an all or nothing concept. So, if we don't hit our goal, then we get none of the proceeds and that's kind of designed to protect the company and the backer in that we are not creating false expectations like this is our goal. If we hit this, we are going to make VICE happen. It's going to be on the shelves," said Ramirez.

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(Alpine) - The Texas Lutheran Bulldogs rolled to a 35-6 victory Saturday night over Sul Ross State that moved the Bulldogs to 6-0 in the American Southwest Conference.

TLU (6-1 overall) won its sixth straight overall in 2019 and collected its sixth consecutive win over the Lobos, who dropped to 3-4 overall and to 3-3 in the ASC. The series between TLU and Sul Ross is now tied at 18-18. The Bulldogs have won 10 of the last 12 against Sul Ross.

plays for 58 yards, seven plays for 66 yards, five plays for 41 yards, and 10 plays for 79 yards.

"The great thing about a long road trip is that you have a long time to get focused," said Carl Gustafson, TLU's head football coach. "Our guys were extremely focused. They wanted to redeem themselves a bit, and not just win but play well again."

TLU rushed for 285 yards on 49 carries and held Sul Ross to 14 yards rushing. The Bulldogs were 6-of-10 on third down and held the ball for 32 minutes, 19 seconds. TLU had five backs with at least 30 yards. Christopher Monroe led TLU with nine rushes for 60 yards.

"Just the balance, and they compliment each other," Gustafson said of the running backs. "When you have that committee approach in the backfield you never know how those

The Bulldogs jumped out to a 28-0 halftime lead by scoring 14 in the first quarter and 14 in the second. TLU sophomore quarterback Wade Freeman threw first-quarter touchdown passes to Aaron Sotelo and Joseph Moreno and rushed for 16yard score in the second quarter. The touchdowns for Sotelo and Moreno were their first touchdowns at the college level. Sotelo is a freshman tight end, and Moreno is a sophomore receiver. Ian Leslie put TLU up by four touchdowns with a 1-yard run at the 8:37 mark of the second quarter. Leslie added another 1-yard touchdown in the third quarter. The Bulldogs had scoring drives on its five touchdowns of seven plays for 60 yards, seven

Swarming TLU defense recorded five sacks and limited Sul Ross State to 14 rushing yards in Saturday's win at Jackson Field. Photo by Mark Mainez.

guys are going to treat it. I just love being around those running backs. They are just all about the team. They don't care how many carries. They just want to win games."

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The Lobos 14 rushing yards came on 23 carries. TLU held the ASC's second-leading rusher Williton Grear to 23 yards on seven carries. Grear came into the game with 643 rushing yards.

(Geronimo) - Navarro wrapped up the District 30-4A volleyball schedule Friday with a 3-1 road win over Cuero, winning the final two sets 2513, 25-15 after splitting the first two "He is a great running back, and our 25-20, 25-27. guys swarmed the ball," said Gustafson. "When you are shedding The Panthers take a 33-8 overall blocks and pursuing like (our record and the district's No. 2 playoff defense), that's pretty demoralizing seed into the 4A bi-district bracket for anybody trying to carry the ball after 10-2 in district play. against them. The defense played extremely well. I think we took a big Kelly Helms was dominant on the step, a positive step, in our seventh front row with 20 kills and a block ball game. We are going to enjoy this assist. Sara Benner added 15 kills to for a day and then get ready for the go with a team-high 49 assists, and next one." also chipped in defensively with 17 digs. Sam Smith contributed 17 Sul Ross State was 3-for-11 on third assists. down and 0-for-1 on fourth down. Defensive end Jackson Worley regis- Nelly Brumley delivered a strong alltered two sacks, defensive tackle around performance with 13 kills, a Brandon Bennett recoverd a fumble, team-high five aces, and 27 digs. and cornerback Kedrick Ward came up with his third interception of the Carolyn Burch led the Panthers defenseason. sively with 40 digs. Ashley Gosch chipped in with 26. Haley Hoffman The Bulldogs return to Seguin for had a block assist to go with seven next Saturday's 1 p.m. kickoff kills. against Belhaven (Miss.). Pregame coverage on tlubulldogs.com and Navarro's bi-district playoff details KWED 1580 AM starts at 12:30 p.m. have yet to be finalized.

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Shellnut's 9 TDs vault Falcons over Seguin volleyball sweeps Memorial, Mount Carmel 66-19 still in running for 3rd playoff seed (Seguin) - Junior spread-back Quinten Shellnut accounted for 410 yards of total offense and nine touchdowns Saturday evening to spark the Lifegate six-man football team's 66-19 blowout of Houston-Mount Carmel Academy. Shellnut ran for 308 yards and seven touchdowns on 11 carries while completing all four his passing attempts for 104 yards and two scores. He also made five two-point PAT kicks

(San Antonio) - Seguin is still in contention for the third playoff seed in District 26-5A after sweeping San Antonio Memorial on the road Friday evening, 26-24, 25-18, 25-8.

and tied Barson Schmidt for the team lead in tackles with 13. Schmidt also recorded a safety. David Brewer and Zach McCulloch each caught a touchdown pass. McCulloch finished with two receptions for 48 yards, while Brewer totaled 43 yards on two catches.

With an 11-5 district record, the Matadors (20-19) remain tied with San Antonio-McCollum for third place. Each team has one district match remaining on Tuesday - Seguin at home against San AntonioKennedy and McCollum at home against Memorial. The Mats and Cowgirls split their headto-head district meetings 1-1, so they would have to play a tiebreak match or flip a coin to determine the third and fourth playoff seeds if they finish the regular season with identical district records.

Joseph Menchaca chipped in defensively with 10 tackles. Brewer added nine. The Falcons (7-2) finish up the regular season this Friday with a 7 p.m. home kickoff against Houston-Texas Christian.

Marion volleyball drops home match to Comfort (Marion) - Marion suffered a 3-0 sweep at home to Comfort in District 26-3A action Friday night, 25-18, 25-14, 25-19. Kaylie Miller led the Bulldogs up front with four kills. Madison Doss delivered 10 assists and seven aces. Lizzie Abrameit and

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Hayley Mabee each recorded nine digs. Marion is 4-5 in district play, 17-19 overall, and locked into the fourth playoff seed in District 26-3A. The Bulldogs conclude the regular season Tuesday with a 6 p.m. road match at San Antonio-Cole.

Kerrville-Tivy moved to 12-3 in district play and clinched second place by handing BoerneChampion (14-1) it's first district loss on Friday. The Chargers have already locked up the district title. Taylor Bode and Leslie Muenchow led Seguin's attack against Memorial with 14 kills apiece, and Julianna Harrington added 11. Harrington and Bode each recorded a block assist. Riley Brittain set for 28 assists, Reese Brittain 18. Amasti Canales paced the defensive effort with 18 digs and sent a team-high six aces over the net. Beth Martinez added 12 digs, Muenchow 10. Tuesday is Parents Night at Goldie Harris Gym as Seguin concludes the regular season against San Antonio-Kennedy at 6:15 p.m.

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Five Minutes ‘Till Curtain Call even centuries, downtown Seguin also boasts two historic theatres, The Palace Theatre and the Stephen and Mary Birch Texas Theatre. These old gems have been revamped and are still ready to provide quality entertainment. With a little more than two months in 2019, both theaters have two must see shows to close out 2019.

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314 S. Austin. (830) 379-2428. This retro art-deco theatre is ready to take you back in history with some old school performances. Critics rave about this theatre anytime they visit calling it “A cool throwback,” “A blast to the past,” “Cozy with not a single bad seat in the house,” and “A great retro venue.”

Seguin. $26 Advance General Admission Tickets. $30 at the door. Doors open 6 PM. Get local tickets at Gift and Gourmet, 212 S. Austin Street in Seguin (830) 379-1242.

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A Rockin’ Little Christmas at 4pm. Sting Ray Anthony with his unparalleled Tribute to the Rock ‘n Rollers of the 50’s & 60’s creates a high energy show taking the music to another level. The Heart, The Soul of Rock N Roll has been playing to sold out crowds across the U.S.A and now they are here! A Rockin Little Christmas is ready to celebrate the first decades of Rock "n" Roll music with Ritchie Valens ~ Jerry Lee Lewis ~ Elvis ~ Bobby Darin. Come ready to rock your Christmas socks off! All seats reserved. To reserve your seats, please call (832) 312-0074 for all ticket information.

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Marty Haggard Returns with a Tribute to His Dad, Merle Haggard at 7pm.

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Marty Haggard is back by popular demand after his last sold-out show at The Palace Theatre in Seguin! Marty pays tribute to his famous dad, the late country music legend MERLE HAGGARD, singing all your favorite Merle Haggard hits and sharing interesting, intimate stories behind the songs and the man. Fans of all ages are welcome to the country music event of the year in

"The Texas Theatre enjoys hosting various events for the community. The Texas Theatre management team and Seguin Conservation Society are thankful for the community's support of Texas Theatre events and being able to showcase this historic part of Seguin. We look forward to an active 2020 calendar of events," says Steve Tschoepe, Seguin Conservation Society President.

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p.m. Thursdays at 413 North Main Street in Cibolo. This week there will be Halloween Trick or Treating with vendors, refreshments, and more. For more information, or to join as a vendor, visit the Cibolo Grange Farmers & Artisans Market Facebook page or call 210-722-9054.

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The Seguin Public Library will have Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays for children three to six. For more information call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov.

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The Seguin Elks Lodge will have its Trunk or Treat from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31 at 1331 C.H. Matthies Dr. in Seguin.

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The Seguin Public Library will close at 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31.

The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin will have its Connecting Tejanos with their Past and their Future Lecture Series: "Changing International Borders via the Arts: New World Arts Creation," with Rey Lujan Gaytan at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at Teatro's Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. For more information visit www.teatrodeartes.org, call 830-401-0232 or email teatrodeartes@yahoo.com.

Toddler Time The Seguin Public Library will have Toddler Time at 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For more information call 830-4012422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov.

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There will be Community Basic Computer Sessions offered by Professor Shao of Texas Lutheran University from 1 to 2:15 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29 and Thursday, Oct. 31 in Room 103 of Tschoepe Hall. For more information call 830-372-8162.

GRMC Breastfeeding CafĂŠ Join breastfeeding advocate and Board-Certified OB/GYN, Jodi Brannen, MD for coffee, snacks and fellowship about all things breastfeeding at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Oct. 30 in the GRMC Conference Room. For more information, call 830.372.0800.

Kiwanis Club Meeting The Kiwanis Club of Seguin meets weekly from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesdays in the Katy Conference Room of Hein Dining Hall on the campus of Texas Lutheran University.

Seguin Premier Toastmasters The Seguin Premier Toastmasters will meet every 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesday of the month from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the GVEC Community Room located at 927 N. Hwy. 46 in Seguin. For more information visit www.seguinpremier.toastmastersclubs.org.

Live2Lead The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Live2Lead Friday, Nov. 8. at the Seguin Public Library. Early-bird tickets will be available through Thursday, Oct. 31. For more information and to purchase tickets, call 830-379-6382.

Cibolo Grange Farmers & Artisans Market The Cibolo Grange Farmers & Artisans Market is held from 3 to 7

Seguin Public Library Early Closure Trunk or Treat Event The First Presbyterian Church will have its Annual Trunk or Treat Event from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 31 in the church parking lot, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. Come dressed up in your favorite costume and enjoy goodies and games. For more information call 830-379-5421 or visit www.facebook.com/FirstPresSeguin/.

First Friday Feast The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1 at the Big Red Barn. Choose between a hand cut 10 ounce ribeye or a generous portion of hand battered fish complete with all the trimmings for $15. A child's hot dog meal will be available for $5. This month's beneficiary is Christian Cupboard and entertainment will be provided by the Brushy Creek Boys.

The Big Red Barn Farmers Market & Artisans Alley will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at 390 Cordova Road in Seguin. The Market is held the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month. For more information text 210-722-9054.

Calaveras y Poesia The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin will have its Calaveras y Poesia: Celebrando Dia De Los Muertos from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 2 at Teatro's Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. For more information visit www.teatrodeartes.org, call 830-401-0232 or email teatrodeartes@yahoo.com.

RSVP Branson Trip The RSVP of South Central Texas is offering a trip to Branson, MO Sunday, Nov. 3 through Saturday, Nov. 9. The cost is $700 for double occupancy and includes 10 meals, seven holiday shows, showboat cruise, and more. For more information and to register, call 210-416-9465.

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There will be a Bag Sale from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at Minigrip, located at 1088 Freeport Way in Seguin. All proceeds benefit the Guadalupe County United Way.

There will be a dance featuring Country Sounds from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 3 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $8. The Auxiliary kitchen opens at 2 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-3790506 or 830-305-8829.

Fall Tree and Plant Sale The Gonzales Master Gardeners will have its Fall Tree and Plant Sale from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 at Texas Heroes Square in downtown Gonzales. There will be fruit trees, cool weather vegetables, annuals, perennials, and herbs. Gardening questions will be answered at the plant information booth.

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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Nov. 4. For more information and to RSVP, call 830-379-6382.

The AARP is seeking volunteers to become Driver Safety Instructors. For more information and to register for the program, visit www.aarp.org/auto/driver-safety/volunteer/.

TLU Family Physics Night 2019

Volunteers Needed for Tax Aide The AARP Foundation Tax Aide is seeking volunteers for tax preparation and assistance each Friday and Saturday from Feb. to mid-April at the Seguin Public Library. Volunteers will be trained on the latest tax laws, forms, and software in Jan. To apply visit aarpfoundation.org/taxaidvolunteer.

The TLU Physics department and Society of Physics Students will present a night full of interactive physics demonstrations to celebrate Physics of Resonance at its Family Physics Night from 5:15 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5. There will be a public lecture from 5:15 to 6 p.m. at Jackson Auditorium and physics activities at 6:30 p.m. in the Jackson Park Student Activity Center.

Medicare Options Seminar

There will be Community Business Spreadsheet Sessions offered by Professor Hijazi of Texas Lutheran University from 9 to 9:50 a.m. Monday, Nov. 4, Wednesday, Nov. 6, and Friday, Nov. 8 in Room 103 of Tschoepe Hall. For more information call 830-372-8162.

The Guadalupe Regional Medical Center and the Guadalupe Healthcare Network will have a free educational seminar regarding Medicare options from 10 a.m. to noon Thursday, Nov. 7, and from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23 in the Upstairs Classroom at the GRMC Central Entrance located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information call 830-303-4846.

Blood Drive

Designer Purse Fundraiser

There will be a Blood Drive at Texas Lutheran University from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4, Tuesday, Nov. 5, and Wednesday, Nov. 6 in the Blood Mobile in the Tschoepe Hall Service Drive. For more information call 830-372-8068.

The Guadalupe County Children's Advocacy Center will have its Designer Purse Fundraiser beginning with dinner at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Columbus Club of Seguin Hall, located at 1015 St. Hwy. 123 in Seguin. Tickets are $40 in advance or $45 at the door if not sold out.

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Discover the Forest The Guadalupe Master Naturalists will offer Discover the Forest sessions for pre-K through 4th grade, at 2 p.m. and 4 p.m. Monday, Nov. 4 at the Seguin Public Library, located at 313 W. Nolte St. in Seguin.

Gathering's Country Music Show/Dance The Gathering's Country Music Show/Dance will run from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 5 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy 123 in Geronimo. The event features Monte Good, Jack Hill and Emily Bolado Johnson and a house band. Admission for adults is $10. The VFW Angus burger kitchen opens at 5:30 p.m. For reservations or further information call 830-379-0506 or 830-3058829.

Chamber Luncheon The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Luncheon at 11:15 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The early-bird rate of $14 closes at noon Monday,

Marion Library Guest Author The Marion Community Library Association will host a local author, Carlene Havel at 6 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Marion Community Library. For more information call 830-914-2371 or visit the Marion Community Library Facebook page.

RJ Mitte at Texas Lutheran University Texas Lutheran University will welcome Actor, RJ Mitte (Walter Jr. on "Breaking Bad") from 7 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 7 at Jackson Auditorium, Weston Center. Visit tlu.edu/events for more information.

McQueeney VFW Casino Night The McQueeney VFW will have its Casino Night from 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 at 275 Gallagher Road in McQuenney. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Bring a canned good for extra gaming chips. For tickets call 830-305-0785 or 830-557-4099.

Community Tamalada The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin will have its Community Tamalada a Culinary Experience from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, Nov. 9 at Teatro's Cultural Arts Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. in Seguin. The cost is $15. For more information visit www.teatrodeartes.org, call 830-401-0232 or email teatrodeartes@yahoo.com.

Rabies Clinic The Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) will be providing rabies shots for $10 from 9 a.m. to noon or until they run out, Saturday, Nov. 9 at the East Pavilion in Starcke Park. Enter off of South Austin Street at the Dog Park and follow signs. Open to residents of Seguin and nearby communities. Pets will stay in vehicles for their shots. Seguin Animal Services will be on site to sell City pet licenses.

Sand Hills VFD BBQ Fundraiser The Sand Hills Volunteer Fire Department will have its BBQ Fundraiser beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 at 4252 Zion Hill Road. BBQ brisket, sausage and chicken with sides will be sold for $10 per plate.

Geronimo VFW Dance There will be a dance featuring the Good Ole Boys from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $10 and the VFW Hamburger kitchen opens at 5:30 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829.

Library Winter Rotating Art Exhibit Meadow Lake Nolte Dam Association (MLNDA) The MLNDA will have a Social Gathering from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 8 at the Power Plant Texas Grill, located next to Starcke Park. There will be an update on MLNDA activities, an opportunity to meet with board directors. A portion of sales will benefit MLNDA.

The Seguin Public Library Art Committee is accepting applications for its Winter Rotating Art Exhibit that will run from Friday, Dec. 6 through Wednesday, Feb. 19. Completed applications, a photograph of the artwork, a brief artist bio, and a signed Release of Liability from are due by 5 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10. Works selected for display will be announced Friday, Nov. 22.

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Religion FUMC Pumpkin Patch 2018

Ladies Aid Bazaar

The First United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch will be open from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon to 7 p.m. Sundays through October 31. For more information, call 830-379-4112.

The Emanuel's Ladies Aid will have its Bazaar from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 in the fully accessible Emanuel's Fellowship Hall, located at 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin. There will be homemade coffee cakes, sandwiches, salad plates, cakes, pies, country store, handwork, plants, quilts, arts & crafts, tea, and more.

Coffee Cake Baking The Emanuel's Lutheran Church Ladies Aid will be baking Coffee Cakes and will have them available for sale by 1 p.m. Monday, Oct. 28, and Monday, Nov. 7. To reserve a fresh cake, call 830-379-5046.

St. Ann's Circle The St. Annâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Circle will have its monthly meeting at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 6 in the Family Center of St. James Church. The program will be "Simple Holiday Appetizers," with Beth Gerhardt. Refreshments will follow the meeting. All members are asked to bring canned soups and food to prepare a Thanksgiving meal for the food pantry.

Turkey Dinner Honoring First Responders The Country Church of Guadalupe County will offer a free Turkey Dinner honoring First Responders from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 1005 W. FM 78 in Marion. First responders of Guadalupe County should RSVP by calling 830-914-4749.

Church Anniversary and Homecoming The Wesley-Harper United Methodist Church will celebrate its Church Anniversary and Homecoming at 9 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 17 at 754 W. Court St. in Seguin. The guest speaker will be Rev. Maurice Washington.

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Quilt Raffle

The 5th Gospel 7 Me Breakfast will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 9 at the John McCarthy Fort Sam Houston Golf Club, located at 1050 Harry Wurzbach Road in San Antonio. The attire is casual church black and white. Tickets are $20. For more information visit www.harperministriesintl.com or email sistersafety@gmail.com.

The quilters of the Emanuel's Ladies Aid will be raffling a queen quilt Wednesday, Dec. 4. Tickets are available from any of the Ladies Aid members or in the Narthex before or after Sunday worship services at 10:30 a.m., or in the church office, located at 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin.

Whole BBQ Chicken Sale

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.

The K.C. Hall will sell Whole BBQ Chicken from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10 after all Masses and behind the K.C. Hall. The price is $7 for a Whole Chicken.

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Hope in the Holidays The Emanuel's Lutheran Church, St. James Catholic Church and Good for the Soul Music presents "Hope in the Holidays: Remembering Our Loved Ones with Song and Story for Healing and Hope," with David Kauffman at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 10 at Emanuel's Lutheran Church, located at 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin. A free-will offering will be accepted. A reception will follow the concert. For more information email donna.simmons@emanuelsseguin.org or gabrielag1951@yahoo.com or visit www.GoodfortheSoulMusic.com.

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Vital Statistics Douglas Wayne Bierstedt Douglas Wayne Bierstedt, age 63 of Seguin, Texas passed away peacefully after a lengthy battle with Glioblastoma brain cancer on October 21, 2019 while surrounded by his family. Doug was born on May 20, 1956 in Seguin, Texas. He graduated from Seguin High School and Texas A & I University in Kingsville, Texas with an Agri-Business Degree. He spent 20 years employed by USDA as a Statistician. He then went into the banking business working for First State Bank in Georgetown, Texas then moved to Seguin and began work for Surety Bank, First National Bank, Sterling Bank, Broadway Bank and finally as Sr. Vice President at Ozona Bank. Doug was preceded in death by his father, Herbert O. Bierstedt. Survivors include his wife, Vicki Bierstedt, son Denver and wife Ashley and grandson, Bowen of Cedar Park, Texas. Son, Kendall and wife Cierra of Austin, Texas. Also, survived by his mother, Ruby Bierstedt, brother, Blake Bierstedt (Sharon Bierstedt), sister, Linda Martin (Bubba Martin). Numerous nieces and nephews and great nieces and a great nephew. A Celebration of Life Service will be held on November 2, 2019 at 2:00 pm at Faith Lutheran Church, 1326 E. Cedar Street, Seguin, Texas.

Marion Pollard Chandler On October 19, 2019, 89-yearold Lake McQueeney resident Marion Pollard Chandler went home to Heaven and now rests in the arms of her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. She passed away peacefully at her beloved lakefront home, surrounded by her family. Marion Chandler and her husband Joe moved to Seguin, Texas in 1993 after living in San Antonio for over three decades. Helen Marion Pollard was born in Shreveport, Louisiana on April 5, 1930 and grew up in nearby Waskom, Texas. After graduating from Waskom High School, Marion pursued a degree in what would be her life’s professional passion – teaching. She started her post-secondary education at Austin College, then transferred to East Texas State Teachers’ College (now Texas A&M University -Commerce) to complete her Bachelor’s degree. While at East Texas State, she met and fell in love with Joe Chandler, the football star who would be her future husband. After

graduation, she would go on to teach Elementary School for 37 years, the last thirty of which were at Fort Sam Houston. Before joining the teaching faculty at Fort Sam Houston Elementary, she taught in Pine Tree ISD in Gregg, Texas; in the Defense Department schools in the Panama Canal Zone; in Marshall, Texas ISD; and in San Antonio’s North East ISD. While at Fort Sam Houston ISD, she and her students seeded wildflowers throughout the base; she received Teacher of the Year honors from the District, from the City of San Antonio and from the State of Texas; she was chapter President of the Texas State Teachers Association; and she served on the textbook selection committee for the State of Texas. After retiring from classroom teaching, Marion continued practicing education as a volunteer docent at San Antonio’s Institute of Texas Cultures, where her most prominent visitor was then-President Bill Clinton. When Marion and Joe moved to Seguin, they immediately joined and became very active in St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. Marion served the congregation as a member of the Altar Guild, assisting in weddings and funerals; as a member of the pastoral care committee; as a volunteer receptionist; and as a volunteer clerk at the church’s Cornerstone gift shop. She was preceded in death by her cherished husband, Joe Chandler; by her parents Sara and Pearson Pollard; and by her brother and sister-in-law Trulock and Nancy Pollard. She is survived by: her son Joe Chandler, Jr. and his wife Tricia; her son Robert Trulock Chandler and his wife Freddie Ann; and her daughter Sara Chandler Beal. Her six grandchildren are Jonathan, Megan and Rene’ Chandler; Jennifer Beal Hillman (husband Michael); David Beal, Jr. (wife Christine); and Kendall Chandler Aubert (husband John). Her great-grandchildren are Sawyer, Tucker and Chandler Hillman; Benjamin and Leah Beal; and James Pearson Aubert. Mrs. Chandler’s special nieces and nephews are: Jeff Pollard, his wife Leigh and their son Pearson; and Kelly Pollard Foster, her husband Joe and their daughters Taylor, Chandler and Hayden. In addition to her official family, she is survived by a host of very dear friends and hundreds of her former students whom she unofficially adopted into her life. It was her great joy to be considered the unofficial sister, mother, aunt and grandmother to so many people she loved. She enjoyed living on Lake McQueeney; being involved in her church; and being a part of the Seguin community. She loved deeply and was loved deeply – she will be sorely missed. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2019 at 2 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 201 E. Nolte St., Seguin, Texas, 78155, with Reverend Gordon Scheible officiating. A reception will follow in McKeogh Hall. As one of her final requests, she asked that all who wish to honor her do so by embracing her passion for education and reading a book to a child. Marion’s family wishes to thank the many medical professionals and caregivers who kept her healthy and enabled her to live at home. Of special note are those who served her so well in her final months: Visiting Angels and their caregivers Marie Murrell and Mickie Teagarden; Hope Hospice and staff; and Dr. Antonio Alvarado and his staff. 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.

Harry Charles Schmidt

Harry Charles Schmidt was born on February 20, 1947 in Seguin, Texas to Hilton “Bill” Schmidt and Mary Lee Bartels Schmidt. He attended schools here in Seguin and was a 1965 graduate of Seguin High School. He attended Texas A&M University with a degree in Aerospace Engineering and graduated in 1969. Harry proudly served his country in the United States Navy as a highly decorated pilot during the Vietnam War. Harry was a space flight simulator instructor; he was in charge of getting space shuttles to land! He worked for civil service for 20 years where he was last employed by the United States Air Force. He was also a devoted Christian. On Saturday, October 19, 2019, Harry entered into eternal peace. He is preceded in death by his father, Hilton “Bill” Schmidt, and his mother, Mary Lee Bartels Schmidt and his sister, Sharon Schmidt Koebig. He is survived by his brother, Ron Schmidt and wife, Janie; his nephews, Hilton Koebig and Trevor Koebig; He also leaves many loving relatives and friends. Harry was an intelligent, witty, and wonderful man who will be missed dearly by all who knew him. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held on Sunday, November 3, 2019 at 2 p.m. at the Texas Agricultural Education and Heritage Center (The Big Red Barn). Private interment will be held at a later date. Memorial Contributions may be made to The Texas Agricultural Education and Heritage Center, 390 Cordova Road Seguin, Tx 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.

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James “Jim” Ronald Christy Jr

MSgt. James “Jim” Ronald Christy Jr., USAF Ret. of Seguin, Texas entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, October 22, 2019 at the age of 84. He was born to James R. Christy Sr. and Thelma M. Campbell Christy on December 30, 1934. James is preceded in death by both of his parents and his loving wife Enilda Christy. He is survived by his children, James Albert Christy, Steven Lee Christy and Silvia DeLourdes Christy; his beloved furry companion Tami; sister, Patricia Christy Mills; aunt, Phyllis Bedsole; cousin Nancy Baldwin; sister-in-law, Divia Abrego Perez; brother-in-law, Wilson and wife Ubaldina Abrego; nephews, Paul David and wife Cheryl Mills and son Joshua and grandson Mason, John and wife Kim Mills, Jurguen and wife Jennifer Abrego and children, Peyton, Isabela and Gavin, Jassin and wife April Abrego and daughters Piper and Emery; niece, Lariza and husband Scott Bayliss and children Kaileb and Kaiana; Dear friends, Jose, Rachel and Nathan Escobedo, Catalina McCrutcheon, Yolanda Iglesias, Lupe Rangel and Esmeralda Rangel.James loved God, his family and his country which he served during the Vietnam War. He served his community as a volunteer at the Special Olympics, a firefighter at the Geronimo Volunteer Fire Department, a kitchen worker at Tree of Life Church or as a jack of all trades at the Geronimo VFW. James was usually a quiet and gentle man until he had something important to say. He was his special needs’ sons fierce advocate and his daughter’s greatest supporter. James was known for his kindness and for how much he cared for those he called friends. His wicked sense of humor and stubbornness were just two of his fine qualities. He will be missed and always loved “mucho grande.” Interment will be held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery in San Antonio, Texas on Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at 1:30 p.m. in Committal Shelter #3. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Seguin Public Library, Special Olympics Texas and Veteran’s of Foreign Wars. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

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Guadalupe County is an Equal Opportunity Employer children, Joshua Herrera Jr., Briana Hernandez, Arianna Hernandez, Xavier Perez, Brian Perez, Brandon Ramirez, Josiah Ramirez, Eric Ramirez, Mercedes Ramirez, 3 great-grandchildren; sisters Gloria and husband Domingo Gomez, Susie Villarreal, Sandra and husband Bobby Garcia, JoAnn Magaña, Estella Perez, Terry Villarreal, Yvette and husband Francisco Rivera, Priscilla and husband Jr Sanchez; brothers, Randy Magaña, Ruben Magaña, Carlos and wife Melinda Villarreal, Jr., Daniel Villarreal, and a host of other relatives and friends. Rickey is preceded in death by his parents Fidel and Ofelia Magaña; his wife, Gloria Flores Magaña; brothers, Fidel Magaña, Jr., Steve Magaña, Jesse ''Hamon'' Magaña, Billy Magaña, Jerry Magaña and sister Julia Moreno. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 30, 2019 from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a rosary to be recited at 7:00 p.m. at Palmer Mortuary. A funeral mass will be held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church on Thursday, October 31, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. Burial will follow at Santo Tomas Cemetery. Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

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