Today marks final day of early voting
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) – If you don’t want to risk the chance of standing in potentially long lines on Election Day, then you might want to consider taking advantage of today’s final day of early voting.
Voters continue to visit the 9 early voting polling locations throughout Guadalupe County. As reported earlier, that’s three more additional sites than usual.
The three new early voting locations include the Marion ISD Tondre Room, the Seguin ISD Admin Building and Selma City Hall. The remaining polling sites include New Berlin Community Center, the Elections Office Annex in Schertz, the Cibolo Fire Station #2, the Central Texas Technology Center, Redemptive Grace Ministries and the Guadalupe County Elections Office in Seguin.
Those wishing to print their sample ballot in advance of casting their ballot are encouraged to visit the elections office website at co.guadalupe.tx.us/
Meanwhile, local voters are reminded of the list of candidates that they will be choosing during the Nov. 5 Presidential and General Election.
Of course, the featured contest is the race for the President of the United States between Former President and Republican Candidate Donald Trump and current Vice President and Democratic Candidate Kamala Harris.
Polls will be open today from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Curbside voting will also be available at each earlyvoting polling location. Those unable to get out of their vehicles are encouraged to call the number available on the sign outside.
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Seguin native to bring unique theater experience to Seguin
(Seguin) – A Pulitzer Prize finalist and Tony nominated script will debut this weekend at the Palace Theatre. “What the Constitution Means to Me” is an inspired production by playwright Heidi Shreck and is based on her real-life experience traveling around the country giving speeches about the U.S. Constitution for scholarship money as a teenager.
Starring and helping to bring the production to life is Seguin Native Ivy Koehler Meehan who is flying in from New York to help piece together the final production that for the last couple of months has only been rehearsed via zoom. Despite the challenges of piecing together the play while so many miles away, Meehan says she didn’t want her hometown to miss the opportunity to be a part of this great theater experience.
“It blends humor, history, and family stories to explore the impact of the Constitution. It’s sort of this theatrical event that starts off innocently enough, where Heidi plays her 15-year-old self-reenacting her original speech complete with extemporaneously discussing a random amendment chosen onstage; that merges with present-day Heidi reconsidering her love of the document based on her own lived experiences as a young adult and then a final theatrical experience in the last 15 minutes where my character debates a local debater about whether this performance’s audience should keep or abolish the Constitution. Our country and Constitution can be messy and raw and be interpreted differently, and this play celebrates that idea by giving this one person’s take on what the Constitution means to her,” said Meehan.
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She adds that this play looks at Heidi’s generational relationship with this country, including some topics that are tough to talk about. More importantly, she says it includes some pretty monumental Supreme Court cases where she doesn’t say “Hey the court got this decision incorrect and I’m mad about it.” Instead, she says “I want to understand how they arrived at this decision using the Constitution as their guide.”
Meehan says she is excited to bring this unique theatrical piece to Seguin. She says it includes not only different media but various methods of storytelling.
“There is short audio recordings played from actual SCOTUS cases. There’s this sort of time-hopping journey where Heidi takes the audience on her own personal and family
experiences, sometimes jumping from a humorous story to a heartwrenching one (and) before you realize she’s moved on, but they’re all tethered. It’s such a wellwritten show you almost have to see it twice to connect all the dots or hopefully, audiences continue the conversation afterwards with their community about what the Constitution means to them. And the final method of storytelling is this live, quasi-improvised debate with our local debater, George Nickel where we try to convince the audience to keep or abolish the Constitution. We encourage cheering, booing, stomping of feet, etc. all in fun, of course. Every rehearsal is different, every performance is different based on that night’s audience,” said Meehan.
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Dia de los Muertos Celebration
Special by Katy Penny, Main Street & CVB Intern
(Seguin) – On November 2, 2024, from 4-8p.m. in Seguin Central Park, a trio of community partners will be throwing a celebration of life and honor the Hispanic heritage and tradition of Dia de los Muertos.
This event celebrates the holiday, Dia de los Muertos, also known as the Day of the Dead. This holiday is about honoring the memories of loved ones that have passed on and celebrating their life.
It’s a very cherished holiday that is celebrated through dancing, music, feasts, gathering in communities, and setting up an altar in remembrance of your loved ones.
To stay true to the traditions of Dia de los Muertos, there will be food trucks, Mariachi/Folklorico dancing, a contest for the best-decorated altar, and more! To participate in the best-decorated altar contest, you can contact Palmer Mortuary to reserve a space for their memorial altars.
This event has been arranged by Palmer Mortuary & Cremations, Goetz Funeral Home, and the Seguin-
Guadalupe County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Jessica Trevino, Funeral Director & Embalmer of Palmer Mortuary & Cremations, states, “The inspiration for this event is to celebrate Hispanic culture and we wanted to bring that to Seguin for all to celebrate. Our hope for the community is that they can come together and celebrate together”.
Denay Gonzales, Funeral Director & Embalmer of Goetz Funeral Home, states, “What I love the most about hosting this event for the community is seeing the reaction of the families seeing their loved ones on the memorial altar and us keeping their loved one’s memory alive.”
The Dia de los Muertos celebration is for the whole community of Seguin to come together and celebrate the lives of lost loved ones. The organizers hope that new memories are created as you honor the old memories of those most dear to you.
Join the community on this day of remembrance and celebration of life.
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In addition to voting for a presidential candidate, Texas voters will also cast their ballots in various Texas Legislature races. One of those races is the seat for District 44 in the Texas House of Representatives. Democratic Candidate Eric Norman and Republican Alan Schoolcraft are both vying for the position. Both look to replace longtime State Representative John Kuempel, who Schoolcraft defeated for the Republican nomination during the runoff election in May. The seat will be decided by voters across District 44, which includes both Guadalupe and Gonzales counties.
Guadalupe County voters will also have a couple of ballot items. The first is the election of Guadalupe County Tax Assessor-Collector. The race includes incumbent Republican candidate Daryl John and challenger Jesus Trinidad Jr.
Those living in Guadalupe County Pct. 1 will also elect their new representative on the commissioner’s court. Candidates include Republican Jacqueline “Jackie” Ott, Democratic Candidate Nahomie Alanis, and Libertarian Candidate Nolan Schmidt.
In the city of Seguin, Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen faces challenger Francisco “Frank” Luciano Herrera.
The District 2 city council race looks to replace late Councilwoman Sonia Mendez. Appearing on the ballot for District 2 are David Eveld and Mario Hernandez.
District 4 candidates include John Carlsson and Ileen Rangel.
It should be noted that Rangel is the wife of current District 4 Councilman Chris Rangel, who is no longer eligible to run for re-election due to term limits.
A trio of candidates appear on the Seguin City Council ballot for District 6.
Those candidates include Incumbent Monica Carter, Felix Moreno
and Suzanne Wynn.
Although there are no contested school board races, Seguin ISD voters will also head to the polls to consider the Seguin ISD’s Voter Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE). Voters will be asked to vote “For” or “Against” Proposition A on the November 5 ballot.
The election is the district’s attempt at addressing a $4 million deficit. District officials say if voters approve, the tax ratification would lower the maintenance and operation tax rate by 1.38 cents to just over $1.10 per $100,000 of taxable property value. Even though it lowers the rate, they say the district would actually be able to capture more revenue from the state — maximizing that level and addressing many of their financial concerns.
Navarro ISD voters will also consider filling three at-large positions on the school board and one two-year unexpired trustee term.
Those running for one of the three available school board seats include Kimberly Jones, Kristen Green, Becki Stephenson, Kyle Hunter, Incumbent Melissa Sartain, Megan Ossinger, Incumbent Clint Scheib, and Jared Gallini.
Those running for the unexpired seat include Russell Trotti, Jacob Coppedge, Matthew Reed, and Joel Frederick.
Marion voters will also take the next steps toward their future by electing five new alderman positions on its city council. As reported by KWED, the city of Marion has been operating with almost zero representation.
This election looks to restore the city’s operation. Nine candidates will be vying for one of the five available positions. Those candidates include Jena Rodriguez, Stanley Stevens, Phil Karrer, Karen Mills, Jorge Olea, Jeremiah Burns, Kerry Gutierrez, Carl Martin, and Jerry Penshorn.
Voters both today and on election day are reminded to bring plenty of patience. They are also reminded to refrain from any electioneering such as wearing t-shirts, buttons or hats. More importantly, they are reminded to stay off their phones when they are within 100 feet of the polling location.
Again, Meehan says she is especially excited about bringing this story home. She says when it comes to Seguin, there is no lack of talent or support.
“I did a play in New York last fall and a fellow cast mate asked me if I’d do ‘What the Constitution Means to Me ‘with her directing this fall. Our run closed last month. Somewhere in the rehearsal process I was talking about how this show was impacting me to call upon my fellow Texas actors and I kept hearing ‘why don’t you do it in Austin or Seguin?’ It’s a perfect show to have a wonky rehearsal process -- being that I’m in New York and the rest of the crew is in Seguin -- because it’s a small cast and blocking is minimal and somewhat changes every night. Dan and Janis (Daniels) at The Palace have championed this play from the beginning and we are so thankful for them. Actually, a small army of supportive friends and family have really rallied behind this production that we selfproduced. Our director and fellow Seguinite, Tracey Nefford and I have spent the last couple months planning ways to make this weekend’s performances unique theatrical experiences for Seguin audiences. We’re also fortunate to have Pecantown hosting preshow events before both shows, Constitution and Cocktails, where our cast will be hanging out an hour-and-a-half before curtain to celebrate live theater! Complete with Patriotic themed cocktails! Adds Meehan.
Tickets are available at PalaceSeguin.com. Tickets are $10 for high school and college students; $20 for general admission and $25 for reserved seating
Showtimes are Saturday, Nov. 2 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 3 at 2:30 p.m.
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High school volleyball: Seguin Lady Matadors claim district title, honor fallen Belicek on Senior Night
(Seguin) — On a night where they honored their seniors, the Seguin Lady Matadors remembered fallen teammate Chloe Belicek and won a district championship in front of an emotional crowd at Seguin High School on Tuesday night.
A near capacity home crowd and the Belicek family watched as the Lady Matadors took down San Antonio Brackenridge in straight sets to earn a share of the District 275A title. Seguin won the match 25-9, 25-7, 25-20.
Members of the Belicek family were recognized before the Senior Night match. Chloe Belicek’s life was tragically cut short just
before her senior year at Seguin High School when she passed away on July 25th following injuries sustained in a car crash the day before in San Marcos. Belicek was 17 years old.
Seguin head coach Ashley Farris says Belicek’s spirit is still with the Lady Matador volleyball team.
“We’re all kinda still expecting Chloe to walk through the door any minute,” Farris said after Tuesday’s match. “We talk about it often, none of us feel (her passing) is real just yet. We talk about her so much and carry her spirit with us everywhere.
“She’s here. She’s here with us. And we really all believe that. And we’re so thankful to
know her, so thankful she’s one of us.”
Tuesday night was the final time for Lady Matador seniors Karina Lerma and Ayla Arcos to play at Goldie Harris in the regular season. Seguin’s season is not over. The district champion Lady Mats will play in the Class 5A UIL playoffs next week.
Seguin will take on San Antonio John Jay. The bi-district match will take place next Tuesday at Veterans Memorial High School in San Antonio. First serve is set for 6 p.m.
(Geronimo) — The Navarro Lady Panthers also took home a victory on Senior Night at Navarro High School on Tuesday.
Navarro swept past Bandera 25-16, 2515, 25-14. The Lady Panthers finished third in District 26-4A.
Navarro will face Lago Vista next Monday in the bi-district round. The match will take place at Kyle Lehman High School with first serve at 6:30 p.m.
(Universal City) — And the Marion Lady Bulldogs fell on the road at Randolph in their final District 27-3A match of the season on Tuesday night.
The district champion Randolph Lady Ro-Hawks won the match 25-13, 25-17, 2521. Marion finished tied for second in district with San Antonio Cole.
The Lady Bulldogs will take on Crystal City in the bi-district round. The match will be held at Devine High School next Tuesday. First serve is set for 5:30 p.m.
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VITAL STATISTICS
Moores
Travis Charles Moores, age 38 of McQueeney, Texas, passed away on October 6, 2024. Travis was born on January 5, 1986 in Longview, Texas to Cathy Lou (Lepley) and Travis Glenn Moores. Travis was a beloved son, brother, uncle, friend, animal lover, entrepreneur and business owner. He was an honorable Eagle Scout and hard worker. His hard work and drive are what led to him graduating from Karnes City High School in 2004, and then later receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the University of Houston at Clearlake. Travis, also known as T.C. to those closest to him, was always inventing and creating new business ideas. He was a proud owner of Storm Ventures that he built from the ground up and began growing his name in commercial real estate. He was a generous man to his family and to those around him. He regularly contributed to the Tunnels to Towers organization, helping first responders and their families in times of tragedy. He was a helper to the local church and those in need. Travis was a strong, bold man that loved fiercely. He was good at taking care of things and people. Whether it be his family, animals, business or his staff, he always took care of those around him. He was a strong man who will be strongly missed.
Survivors include his parents, Cathy and Travis Moores; sisters, Cheryl
Moores Laird and husband Edwin Charles Laird, and Christi Pierce; niece, Mackenzie Diaz and husband GianCarlo Diaz; nephew, Kellen Hogan and wife, Camila Rivarola; several other loving family members and a host of friends.
A gathering celebrating Travis’ life will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024 at 1 p.m. at Storm Towing, 4235 FM 78, McQueeney, Texas 78123.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in his honor to Tunnels to Towers Foundation to support Gold Star Families, https://.t2t. org.
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.
Seguin Chevrolet • Alamo Group • Attoyac Energy • Briggs Equipment • Bart Sutton Construction & Tri County A/C & Heating, Inc.
Caterpillar • CMC Steel Texas • Dennis & Sheri Williams • First United Bank • GRMC Volunteers • GVTC Foundation
James C. Lee, MD, Jim Colvin, MD, Eithne Goetz • Jo Ann Maples
• Karen McMillan • Nancy Seidenberger • Sarma Foundation
The Koehler Company • Two Ponies Excavation Corp • Advanced Home Health • Austen Hill- State Farm • Computacenter
Dale & Susan Dyess
• Dr. & Mrs. Lance Montgomery
• GVEC • Dr. Michael & Mrs. Megan Wenzel • Elaine & Randy Bennett
GRMC Life Care • Sarah Lester, MD & Juan Arenas, MD • John David & Rob Anderson- The Anderson Family • Lynda Redix
Melissa Druebert & Jack Shanafelt • MVBA • Mohrmann's Drug Store
• Nancy & Arlynn Hartfiel, MD • Nesbit Living & Recovery Center
Prosperity Bank • Rick & Jennifer Ehlers • Schertz Bank & Trust • Seguin Gazette • SpawGlass • The Gann Family
Tony & Karen Schaker
• Tres & Melanie Hewell • Jason & Melissa Schroeder • Alliant Insurance Services • First Financial Group
McDonald’s Quarter Pounders Linked To E. Coli Outbreak
(Undated) -- McDonald’s Quarter Pounders are being linked to an E. Coli outbreak across multiple states. The CDC announced, they’re working with McDonalds to determine what ingredient in the burgers was contaminated. The fast-food chain has halted use of fresh onions and quarter pound beef patties in several states as a precaution. At least 49 people in ten different states were sickened and one person has died. Cases have been reported in Colorado, Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Oregon, Utah, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
Sickle Cell Therapy Patient Leaves Hospital
(Washington, DC) -- The first patient to undergo a new gene therapy treatment for sickle cell disease is out of the hospital. Twelve-year-old Kendric Cromer left Children’s National Hospital in Washington, D.C., Monday, where he had spent 44 days with the therapy. The disease is caused by a genetic mutation and affects about a hundred-thousand people in the U.S. The new therapies, developed by Bluebird Bio and Vertex Pharmaceuticals and recently approved by the Food and Drug Administration, are intense, but offers the chance to permanently alter the genetic mutation that causes the disease.
Bird Flu Cases Increasing Across Several States
(Undated) -- The number of humans infected with bird flu is on the rise. Four new cases in Washington state this week bring the total number of human infections up to 31. Washington is the sixth state to report human cases of the disease, which has spread rapidly among poultry and cattle farms. Experts say there’s a higher chance of a broad outbreak among humans if the virus remains uncontrolled in animals. California, Colorado, Michigan, Missouri, and Texas have also reported human cases of bird flu.
Saturday Is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
(Undated) -- Saturday is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Law enforcement agencies around the country will provide drop-off locations for the safe disposal of prescription drugs. The goal is to keep medications from being misused, as two-thirds of people who do so get them from a friend or family member. The CDC estimates over 107-thousand people died from drug overdoses last year.
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.
First Friday Feast
The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 1 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The June entertainment will be provided by Shelby Rae Marshall and the Beneficiary will be the Christian Cupboard.
TLU Dramatic Media Presents: Radium Girls
The TLU Dramatic Media Presents: Radium Girls at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 1 and Saturday, Nov. 2 and at 2:30 p.m. and Sunday, Nov. 1 at The Studio Theatre on the campus of Texas Lutheran University.
Garage/Rummage Sale
The Guadalupe County Humane Society will have its Garage/Rummage Sale at 8 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 2 behind the businesses located at 2511 N. State Hwy 46. There will be household items, home décor including Christmas, tools, yard and garden items and furniture. All proceeds help sustain GCHS’ daily operations, as well as help finance our low-cost Spay/Neuter program.
Discover Soils
The Guadalupe Master Naturalist will offer its Discover Soils for pre-k to 4th grade children and their parents or other accompanying adult beginning with check in during staggered start times from 9:30 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2 at the Seguin Public Library, located at 313 W. Nolte St. in Seguin. Participants will learn the importance of soil and how its composition affects all growing things.
Sustainable Applied Ecology Discussions
There will be Sustainable Applied Ecology Discussion from 2 to 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 2 at the Seguin Public Library, located at 313 W. Nolte St. in Seguin. The topic will be Getting Along Locally & Globally within the Socio-Political Spectrum...Magaism, Minimalist Applied Ecology, & Libertarian Survivalism with Survivalist, Marine Scout-Sniper and Body Language Instructor and former Seguinite, Adam Ticknor. (Moderated and fact checked).
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 830305-8829.
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.
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.
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.
Art from the Heart with Mom
The Seguin Art League will offer an Art from the Heart with Mom Class for moms with children aged 3 to 5 years old from 10:30 a.m. to noon on Tuesday, Nov. 5 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Each child will be able to form their own volcano and then watch it erupt. The session will concentrate on fine motor skills, learning skills, form, and color. The cost is $20 with supplies included. Limited to 10 kids with moms. For more information call 830-3050472.
Chamber Membership Luncheon
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Membership Luncheon from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin.
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.
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.
Caregiver Cafe
There will be a Caregiver Cafe at 9 a.m. on the 1st Thursday of the month at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church and at 2 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of the month at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church. This will be an informal gathering for caregivers to share with each other over a cup of coffee and refreshments while learning stress-relieving, relaxation techniques or hearing from guest speakers on helpful subjects. For more information, call 830-272-0040, ext. 104 and leave a message.
Parkinson’s Support Group
The Gonzales Area Parkinson’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. the 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.
Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery Historical Marker Dedication
The Guadalupe County Historical Commission will dedicate a Guadalupe County Historical Marker at the Evangelical Lutheran Cemetery, located on the Lower Seguin Road in Marion at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9.
Understanding Emotional Triggers Small Group Workshop
The Harper Ministries International will offer an Understanding Emotional Triggers Small Group Workshop from 10 a.m. to noon or 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9 at the Seguin Public Library, 1st Floor Conference Room. To register, visit www.harperministries.org.
Seguin Elks Lodge Veterans Thanksgiving Luncheon
The Seguin Elks Lodge will have a Thankful For Our Veterans Thanksgiving Luncheon at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 10 at 1331 CH Mathies Jr. in Seguin. Veterans and their families are welcome. For more information and to register, call Kristine at 830-556-4641.
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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.
Guadalupe Appraisal District Closure
The Guadalupe Appraisal District will be closed Monday, Nov. 11 and will re-open at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12.
NAMI Family Support Group
The NAMI Family Support Group for adult family members and friends of adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the second Monday of each month at First Methodist Church Seguin. Learn more at/ www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.
Geronimo VFW Jam Session
The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, 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.
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.
Native Plant Society
The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will have its Monthly Meeting beginning with a plant/seed exchange and social at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Texas. Parking is in the rear, enter from N. Moss St. The program will be Karen Husum Clary, Ph. D., visa Zoom discussing Yuccas, Agaves, Sotols—What’s the Difference? For more information, visit http://npsot.org/chapters/guadalupe/.
Chamber Business After-Hours Networking
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Business After-Hours Networking event from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 14 at GRMC (Central Entrance), located at 1215 E. Court St. 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.
Fire Alumni/Police Alumni Lights and Sirens Cornhole Tournament
The Seguin Fire Alumni and the Seguin Police Alumni will have its first ever Lights and Sirens Cornhole Tournament at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 16 at the Starcke Park East Big Pavilion. There will also be food trucks, raffle items, silent auction items, snacks, and entertainment by D.j. Dtrayne. The entry fee is $100 for 2-man teams with cash prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
Steven Garcia Jr Memorial Car Show
There will be a Steven Garcia Jr Memorial Car Show from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Sunday. Nov. 17 at the Fiesta Ballroom, located at 735 Interstate Hwy 10. Check-in is at 9:15 a.m. and registration is $20 the day of the event. Early registration is available by calling 830-305-6052 or emailing stefanitrevino22@gmail.com. All proceeds benefit a scholarship for a SHS welding student.
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.
Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program
The City of Seguin is now accepting applications for the Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to a 75 percent matching grant, with a maximum grant awarded to an applicant not to exceed $10,000. Improvements and other expenditures eligible under the Seguin BIG Program include facade improvements, sign improvements, site improvements, and other real property improvements. Program Guidelines and Applications are available online at www.SeguinTexas.gov or at www. SeguinEDC.com. Applications must be submitted through the BIG application portal which can be accessed by visiting: https://bit.ly/seguin-big24 by the close of business on the last day of each month. For more information, visit www.SeguinEDC.com, or call 830-401-2476.
TLU’s 2nd Annual Dia De Los Veteranos
Texas Lutheran University will have its 2nd Annual Dia De Los Veteranos from 3 to 7 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23 in the Langner Hall parking lot, located at 1000 W. Court St. in Seguin. There will be a car show & shine, free food and drinks, TLU Mariachi performance, live graffiti art, photo booth, moon bounce, vendor market, book reading and signing and music by Dj Chuko. There is no registration fee for the car show and check in is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call 830372-6073.
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.
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 830463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Public Service Award Nominations
The GVEC’s Public Service Award (PSA) acknowledges deserving individuals and organizations who consistently make a positive impact on their community. Nominations for the GVEC 2025 Individual or Organization PSA are being accepted until Monday, Dec. 16 at www.gvec.org/psa.
February
Chamber 2025 Showcase Seguin: Wild West Business Round-Up
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its 2025 Showcase Seguin Wild West Business Round-Up from 5 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 23 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Registration is required for all attendees. Register by Friday, Jan. 31 to avoid a $5 entry fee. For more information, call 830-379-6382.
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Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Puttin On the Ritz, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Brauntex Theatre in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Brown Cultural Event Series – Elizabeth Smart
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 – The Second City 65th Anniversary
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 830-463-5353 For questions,
email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Ongoing Community Calendar Items
CCSCT Utility Assistance Application for 2024 Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ccsct_cares.
Heritage Museum Calendars
The Heritage Museum is selling 2024 Then and Now Themed Calendars. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www.heritagemuseum.net. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.
Volunteer Van Drivers Needed
Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830-303-4188 ext. 1249.
Precious Life Services
Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 830-372-5980.
Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program
The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free
placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-956-1155.
Salvation Army Office
The Seguin Unit Salvation Army office is located at 205 North King Street. The office is open to receive requests for assistance weekly from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Volunteers Needed
The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines need volunteers. They promote a healthy, drugfree program and need males, 19 years and up who would like to see the program grow by contributing time to help future citizens, boys and girls 8 to 18. Positions available include computer input, physical fitness training, planning/logistics, and medical. Contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or visit www. gvyoungmarines.org.
La Trinidad Blessing Box - Food Pantry
The La Trinidad United Methodist Church invites you to “Take what you need, Bring what you can, and above all be Blessed!” by its Blessing Box Food Pantry located at the corner of the church at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The Blessing Box is filled with items to help those in need.
The Country Church Attic
The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.
Clothing Ministry
The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further information call 830-3036478.
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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