Prop A on ballot in Seguin ISD
Darren Dunn
(Seguin) -- The Seguin ISD is hoping that voters will consider lowering the tax rate, which will ultimately help the district emerge from a financial bind. During Tuesday’s election, the district will be hosting a Voter Approval Tax Ratification Election (VATRE). It appears on the ballot as approval of Proposition A.
Seguin ISD Chief Financial Officer Liz Oaks says approval of Proposition A will lower the tax rate, but more importantly, it will let the district receive more money from the state.
“I don’t think it’s any secret that school districts have been struggling financially for a long time, but there has been no increase to the basic allotment, which is the basis of the per pupil state funding that we received since 2019. So, we’re essentially operating on 2024 bills with 2019 revenue. Most districts in the state of Texas have adopted a deficit budget for several years now, and Seguin ISD falls into that category. For the 2024-2025 school year, the district adopted a $4 million budget deficit. So, the board of Trustees is tasked with finding a way to get out of that deficit, and we, as a school district, are doing three things to try to fix that problem with one of the solutions being the election,” said Oaks.
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Building the Future: Skilled Trades, Tech Job Fair this week
(Seguin) -- The Seguin Economic Development Corporation (Seguin EDC), New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Schertz Economic Development Corporation (Schertz EDC), and Cibolo Economic Development Corporation (CEDC), are excited to announce the upcoming Building the Future: Skilled Trades and Tech Job Fair. This event will be held on Nov. 7, 2024, from 11 AM to 3 p.m. at the New Braunfels Food Bank located at 1620 S Seguin Ave, New Braunfels, TX 78130.
The Building the Future Job Fair aims to connect local job seekers with employers in the skilled trades and technology sectors. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with representatives from various companies, learn about available job openings, and gain valuable insights into career paths in these high- demand industries.
“The Building the Future Job Fair is a unique opportunity to connect local talent with businesses that are driving our region’s growth,” said Josh Schneuker, Executive Director of the Seguin EDC. “By bringing together skilled trades and tech employers with motivated job seekers, we’re not only helping individuals find fulfilling careers but also strengthening our community’s economic foundation. We’re excited to see how this event will foster long-term opportunities and create pathways for success in high-demand industries.”
Participating employers will include companies from a variety of industries, such as manufacturing, construction, engineering, information technology, and more. They will be showcasing a wide range of job opportunities, including entry-level positions, skilled trades, and professional roles.
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Some of the other things the district has done is try to tighten its belt. Oaks says they are reducing expenses to help reduce that deficit.
School Board Trustee Josh Bright says they also have limited salary expenses for this year, that includes not providing pay raises this school year. He says the steps they are taking now are just the beginning if the proposition fails. He says they need the additional revenue to help pay teachers and to help provide the best educational experiences for all students.
“We’re thrilled to be part of the Building the Future Job Fair, where our mission is to support local talent and help them connect with rewarding career paths,” said Isabella Ellis, Economic Development Specialist for the Cibolo Economic Development Corporation. “This event offers job seekers a chance to explore a wide range of opportunities in skilled trades and technology, fields that are essential to our community’s growth and resilience. We’re committed to fostering these connections and supporting both our workforce and local employers in building a strong economic future.”
Job seekers are encouraged to come prepared with resumes, dress professionally, and be ready to interview with potential employers.
“That’s one of the reasons why, when this came up before us, as the board, we’re like -- ‘yeah, let’s
do it!’ We’ve got to get this so that we can take care of our staff, and this will also take care of some programs. Unlike bond money that we’ve asked for in the past, this one doesn’t go to facilities. This one
goes to our people, and it goes to student programs,” said Bright. The district officials have been trying to explain why Proposition A needs to be approved, but they have also tried to explain how this will work. The approval of Proposition A would lower the current maintenance and operation tax rate. Bright says your appraisal might still go up, which is beyond the school district’s control. He says what they can control is the tax rate and that would be lowered by 1.38 cents to $1.1028. “We’re talking about lowering the tax rate.
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Guadalupe County Tax Assessor-Collector
The Seguin Daily News continues its highlight of the candidates appearing on the November 5, 2024, General Election. Each candidate was asked to respond to the following three questions. Today’s featured contest is the race for Guadalupe County Tax Assessor-Collector. Not responding to questions was Incumbent Daryl John. Note only one of two candidates responded.
Candidate: Jesus Trinidad
What initially inspired you to run for elected office?
There are several reasons why I initially decided to run for office. The main reason is that not that many candidates had run for office in the last few years on the Democratic ticket. Another reason is that I wanted to make a difference in getting the vote out to help elect a Democrat as President of the United States. Thirdly, I have been involved in committees for the city and county and I feel I have an extensive background in governmental entities. I have been a member of the Seguin School Board for one year and I have been on the Seguin Planning Commission for close to 11 years.
What are the biggest challenges facing the winner of this seat, and how are you prepared to address these challenges?
The growth of Guadalupe County and the growth of the 33 political jurisdictions that are handled by the County Tax Assessor Collector Office is probably the biggest challenge. So, it is a matter of quantity. In neighboring Hays County, they had to consider making adjustments to the number of personnel due to their growth. When I
get into office, I will have to do an evaluation of how the office is functioning and whether additional personnel are required.
What do you believe makes you the best candidate for the job? In other words, what do you believe sets you apart from your opponent?
From a very early age, I learned from my parents how to save money and how to be thrifty. By the time I graduated from Texas A & M in May 1972, I only owed less than $600 on a loan.
I have always been good at math, and it will serve me well in this position.
Real estate has always been of interest to me, and I took a couple of real estate classes at San Antonio College.
While I was taking a few classes at San Antonio College, I decided to get an Associate Degree in Legal Assisting in 1984.
My engineering background as a licensed professional mechanical engineer in construction and design will help me immensely.
In my 36 years working for the Department of Defense, I worked with construction contracts and did contract modifications.
We’re not asking people to come out of pocket and pay us anymore. Because of legislation, we have to ask the voters to approve a lower tax rate, which will take in more money from the state. We’ll get more money from the state and less money from the local people,” said Bright.
It becomes more complicated when trying to explain how lowering the tax rate will lead to more revenue for the district. Oaks says it’s based on the state’s funding formula. She says school districts have been required to lower their tax rates for years now, but in this case, there would be an opportunity for the Seguin ISD to see its contributions from the state go up.
“Since House Bill 3 in 2019, there has been required tax rate compression to school districts in the state of Texas, that is dependent on their value growth compared to the statewide average. So, Seguin ISD has decreased the tax rate 34 cents since then. Our tax rate for last year was $1.1166. If Prop A passes, the tax rate will be $1.1028. So, it is a slight decrease from the prior year, the 2023 tax rate. We are able to do that because the tax rate compression is greater than the increase that we are essentially doing to get all of our what are called golden pennies. Golden pennies are worth more than any other part of our tax rate.
The state basically guarantees for every one of those pennies that we are going to generate so much revenue per kid in attendance and we get to keep all of that money. So, Seguin ISD had six golden pennies. The most you can have are eight, and this, if passed, would give us all eight of those pennies,” said Oaks.
Oaks has been making factual presentations about Proposition A for weeks now. She and other members of the staff can’t encourage people to vote for or against it. However, that’s not the case for Bright. He and other members of the school board have been out front about the need for Prop A to pass, and he says he is again encouraging voters to invest in the district’s future.
“We are trying to do everything we can do to maintain what we have right now, and not lose any programs. We’re just trying to make it a better educational experience and allow all of our programs and students to be able to flourish and do what they can do. I know that our Seguin community will come through for us and for their children in this community to pass this proposition,” said Bright.
The polls will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Tuesday. Seguin ISD voters can cast their ballots at any voting location in Guadalupe County, and have their voices heard when it comes to the Voter Approval Tax Ratification Election.
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Bulldogs Cruise Past Lyon, 45-10
SEGUIN, Texas -- Texas Lutheran cruised to a 45-10 win over Lyon College on Saturday at Bulldog Stadium in Seguin. Texas Lutheran improved to 7-1 and 6-1 in the SCAC while Lyon fell to 1-7 and 0-6 in SCAC play.
Texas Lutheran improved to 7-1 for the first time since 2019.
The Bulldogs racked up 466 yards of total offense, scoring on seven out of their ten drives and held the ball for just under 28 minutes. Texas Lutheran’s defense held the Bulldogs to 264 total yards and permitted Lyon to convert just three of 15 third downs.
Quarterback Caden Bosanko (San Antonio/East Central) completed 11-of-19 passes for 164 yards and two touchdowns while also leading the Bulldogs with 117 yards rushing and two more touchdowns. Running back Ryker Purdy (New Braunfels/New Braunfels) rushed for 78 yards, while backfield stablemate Kibreante Williams (Victoria/Victoria West) rushed for 23 yards and a touchdown and added 51 yards receiving and another touchdown. Wide Receiver Caleb Camarillo (San Antonio/Southside) caught two passes for 51 yards with 47 yards coming on a receiving touchdown. Joaquin Rodriguez (San Antonio/Smithson Valley) made his lone 30 yard field goal attempt as well as all six extra point attempts.
Safety Justin Navarro (Edinburg/Robert Vela) and defensive lineman DJ Lewis (Brookshire/Brazos) paced the Bulldogs with eight tackles each, while safety Troy Tomaselli (San Antonio/Cornerstone Christian) had seven stops.
The Bulldogs got the ball first and wasted no time marching down the field. A 36-yard run from Purdy gave the Bulldogs an explosive play to
start the drive before capping off the 12 play, 76 yard drive with a one-yard passing touchdown from Bosanko to Williams.
Lyon College would avoid another shutout from the Bulldogs by responding with a touchdown on their first drive, before they would be shut out for the remainder of the half.
It would take just six plays for the Bulldogs to move 53 yards as Kibreante Williams ended the drive with a four-yard rushing touchdown. After forcing a turnover on downs, the TLU offense would trot out to score their third touchdown of the half with a 47-yard passing touchdown from Bosanko to Camarillo giving the Bulldogs a 21-7 lead. The touchdown marks three straight weeks Camarillo has scored a touchdown of 40+ yards. A Caden Bosanko rushing touchdown would bring the game to its halftime score of 28-7.
The two teams would exchange field goals in the third quarter before rushing touchdowns from Bosanko and Nehemiah Murry (Luling/ Luling) would provide the final points of the game in the fourth.
Up next, the first place Bulldogs travel to Shreveport to face the Centenary College Gents on Nov. 9 at 1 PM. All streaming and stats links can be found on tlubulldogs.com. With a win next Saturday, the Bulldogs will clinch at least a share of the 2024 SCAC regular season championship.
For more information on Texas Lutheran football, follow the Bulldogs on X (Twitter) and Instagram (@TLU_Football) and as always you can find updates on all Texas Lutheran athletics on tlubulldogs.com and all official TLU social media channels (@tluathletics on X (Twitter,) @tlu_ athletics on Instagram, and @tlubulldogs on Facebook).
Chris Austin
Herron
Audrey Ellen (Leach) Herron, age 92 of Seguin since 2013, passed away with her children at her side on October 25. 2025. Audrey previously lived in Silver City, New Mexico where her husband Roger and her retired in 1988. She was born in Belvidere, Illinois on April 12, 1932, to Fernandine Alice (Bowers) and Orous Ira Leach.
A longtime member of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Seguin and Church of the Good Shephard Episcopal Church in Silver City, New Mexico, Audrey was an active member of the Daughters of the King in both parishes for over 30 years and also a long time member of the Christian P.E.O. Women’s’ Organization dedicated to the advancement of women’s’ education and advancement. She served in numerous positions in both organizations over the years. She was an XJWC (Jr Women’s’ Club) member for many years and was active in that organization until moving to Seguin, TX.
Audrey was also a dedicated Hospital Volunteer for over 20 years while living in Wyoming and New Mexico. She maintained her Beautician’s License that she attained after high school until 1977, “just in case” as she said. She worked with her husband Roger in his insurance business in Cheyenne, Wyoming until his retirement and their move to Silver City where they began
their traveling adventures to many places including their condo in Mazatlán, Mexico for over 20 years until his death in 2001. She then continued her travels with her sister and daughters until such a time that she “just couldn’t keep up” as she said. She never tired of helping others and was always available with her kind heart and helping hand whenever needed.
Audrey knew all her birds by sight and sound and never missed a day feeding them. She loved her plants and tended them with care daily. She was just always there for whomever needed her. Her infectious smile and her bright blue eyes will be missed by all who knew her.
Audrey is preceded in death by her parents, husband Roger H. Herron, and son in law, Roger Cutcher.
She is survived by daughter Renee Cutcher, daughter Rhonda (Randy) Cushatt, and Roger L. (Wendy) Herron, grandchildren Craig (Kim), Michael, Allison, Jenna (Nick), Elise (Sam) and Steven (Rachel). She is also blessed with Great Grandchildren Justin, Dalton, Corben, Henk, Jacob, Bailey, Allannah, Miles, Sonny and Cooper, her sister Connie (Dan) Luker and her brother Larry Leach, sisters in law Linda Carter and Marge Herron, brother in law Doug (Judy) Herron as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Services will be held at 1 pm on Saturday, November 9, 2024, at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church with reception to follow in McKeogh Hall. Interment will follow at a later date in Silver City, New Mexico where she will join her husband Roger in the columbarium at Church of the Good
Caddell VITAL STATISTICS
Vivian Lea “Vickie” Johnson Caddell, age 83 of Seguin, passed away on November 1, 2024. Vickie was born on September 27, 1941, in Victoria, Texas, to Hazel Henry (Martin) and Russell Wilburn Johnson. Vickie will be remembered as a long-time employee of Pape Pecan House in Seguin.
She is preceded in death by her loving husband Vernon Ray (Nunnie) Caddell, her parents, her grandsons, Reylon Rockett and Michael Meitzler and her sisters, Mary Ireton and husband Charles and Tuggie Lucille Williams.
Survivors include her sons, Russell Caddell and wife Susan, Ronald Ray Caddell and wife Dawn, Wesley Lind Caddell, Derrick Jackson Caddell and wife Judi; daughter, Sherry Caddell Rockett and husband Gordon; stepdaughter, Mary (Bunny) Warden; grandchildren, Jessica Blackman (Grant), Shay Caddell, Kalli Stephens (Hunter), Holden Caddell (fiancé Stephanie),
Washum
Guadalupe Carolina “Cary” Washum, age 68 of Seguin, passed away on October 23, 2024. Cary was born on September 11, 1956 in Nixon, Texas to Nicholasa (Vela) and Refugio Lopez.
She is preceded in death by her parents, and her siblings, Pauline Martinez, Antonia Arias, and Refugio Lopez, Jr.
Survivors include her loving husband of 41 years, Troy Washum; daughters, Elizabeth Spaulding and husband Brian, and JoAnn Washum; grandchildren, Brandon, Nathan, Dylan, and Megan Spaulding; sisters, Dora Gutierrez and husband Jimmy, Soila Villarreal and husband Pete, Nicholasa Spicer and husband Terry, and Kathy Vega and husband Joe; brother-in-law, Joe Washum and wife Letha; sister-in-law, Julia Lopez; numerous nieces, nephews, godchildren, other
Travis Caddell (Shelbie), Shelby Muller (Chris), Justin Caddell (Jamie), Maggie Caddell (Sean), Travis Price (Jessica), Lane Rockett (Amy), and Haylea Bohannon (Austin), Michael Saldana, Sandy Taylor, Randy Gierisch; numerous great-grandchildren; sister, Lydia Allen; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, November 4, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, at 10 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Robert K. Odom officiating. Interment will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery.
Serving as honorary pallbearers will be her granddaughters. Her grandsons will serve as active pallbearers.
Memorial contributions may be made to Heart to Heart Hospice, 1340 Wonder World, Suite 2200, San Marcos, Texas, 78666 or to the charity of one’s 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.
loving family members and a host of friends.
Visitation will begin on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 5 p.m. followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. A procession will depart Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. for the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. A reception will follow.
Private burial will be held at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers will be Dylan Spaulding, Brian Spaulding, Daniel Vega, San Juan Arias, Johnny Acosta, Joel Cardenas, Cesar Rendon and Jorge Herrera.
You are invited sign the guest book at www.tresehewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Bargfrede
Lillian Schumann Bargfrede, age 90 of Seguin, passed away on November 1, 2024. Lillian was born in McQueeney, Texas on March 21, 1934 to Melinda (Reinhard) and Willie Schumann.
Lillian is preceded in death by her loving husband of 56 years, Walter E. Bargfrede, Jr., her parents, sister, Vivian Krause and husband Raymond, brother William Schumann, and brothers-in-law, Walter Lampmann and Edward Bargfrede.
Survivors include her daughter Carol Ronshausen and husband Gary; son, Rodney Bargfrede and wife Tammy; grandchildren, Gary Wayne Ronshausen and wife Ashley, Shawn Ronshausen and wife Erin, Caleb Bargfrede and wife Cady, and Cameron Bargfrede and
girlfriend Brittany Largent; great-grandchildren, Jäger Ronshausen, Dakota Bargfrede, Hadley Ronshausen, and Kylie Miller; sisters-in-law, Barbara Lampmann and Betty Bargfrede; several nieces, nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.
Visitation will begin on Wednesday, November 6, 2024 at 1 p.m. at the Christ Lutheran Church of Elm Creek followed by funeral service at 2 p.m. with the Reverend Judith Miller officiating. Interment will follow in the Christ Lutheran Church of Elm Creek Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to Christ Lutheran church of Elm Creek, 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.
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
Bird
Flu Detected In
A Pig For First Time In U.S.
(Salem, OR) -- Avian flu has been detected for the first time in the United States in a pig. The swine was one of five pigs tested on a small farm in Oregon after 70 birds had to be euthanized because they tested positive for the H5N1 bird flu virus. Health officials are concerned because pigs can become infected with both bird and human viruses at the same time which can lead to mutated strains that can more easily infect people. The CDC has confirmed 36 human bird flu cases related to the current outbreak in dairy cow herds in 14 states. Most of the cases have been in California and Colorado.
House
Panel Accuses Cuomo
Of Lying About NY’s COVID Response
(Washington, DC) -- A House subcommittee is accusing former Governor Andrew Cuomo of making “criminally false statements” about New York’s COVID-19 response. The pandemic panel has sent a criminal referral letter to Attorney General Merrick Garland, claiming Cuomo lied when he testified back in June. Cuomo denied being involved in the drafting or editing of a report on New York’s nursing home deaths but the former governor’s handwriting can be seen in the margins of a draft report. Fifteen-thousand nursing home residents died after Cuomo issued a directive that initially required nursing homes to readmit recovering COVID patients to help hospitals that were being overwhelmed.
House Speaker Mike Johnson Denies Claim He Wants To End Obamacare (Washington, DC) -- House Speaker Mike Johnson is denying that he wants to repeal ObamaCare. The Louisiana Republican told the Hill that despite Vice President Harris’ campaign referring to comments he made at a campaign stop, he never said he wanted to end ObamaCare. Reporters asked Johnson about former President Trump’s plans for health care reform, to which he responded it’s “going to be part of the agenda,” which he said is going to be an aggressive first 100 days plan.
McDonald’s Faces Proposed Class Action Lawsuit (Chicago, IL) -- McDonald’s is facing another proposed class action lawsuit after a major E. Coli outbreak. The new lawsuit, filed Tuesday, is now the third the fast food company faces after contaminated onions in its Quarter Pounders left 90 people sick and one dead. The latest complaint alleges McDonald’s failed to properly disclose that there was a risk of E. Coli associated with its menu items. The lawsuit seeks five-million-dollars in damages for customers across the country who purchased contaminated burgers.
Operation Blue Santa
Texas Lutheran University is having an Operation Blue Santa Christmas Toy Drive in partnership with KWED’s annual Holiday Food and Toy Drive until Friday, Dec. 6. Donated new, unwrapped toys, crafts, books, and games suitable for ages 0 to 18 to various collection points on the TLU campus or in the Seguin community. TLU will also accept cash or check only for Operation Blue Santa. Make checks payable to the Seguin Police Department Blue Santa Program and mail to Texas Lutheran University, Attn: Ali Bratcher, 1000 W. Court St. Seguin, TX 78155 or dropped them off at the First Year Experience & Student Engagement Center at TLU.
Municipal Court Case Reduction Campaign
The Seguin Municipal Court will run its first ever Case Reduction Campaign through Sunday, Dec. 15. During the campaign, the court will consider reducing fines owned and possibly establish payment plans, community service or other alternatives for those who may not be able to pay. Individuals with an active outstanding warrant issued out of the Seguin Municipal Court are encouraged to appear in person from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday at 660 S. State Hwy. 46 in Seguin or call 830-401-2325 to discuss their cases.
NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group
The NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group for adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:308 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 830-305-0472.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Building the Future: Skilled Trades and Tech Job Fair
The Seguin Economic Development Corporation (Seguin EDC), New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Schertz Economic Development Corporation (Schertz EDC), and Cibolo Economic Development Corporation (CEDC), will host a Building the Future: Skilled Trades and Tech Job Fair from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7 at the New Braunfels Food Bank, located at 1620 S. Seguin Ave in New Braunfels. Job seekers are encouraged to come prepared with resumes, dress professionally, and be ready to interview with potential employers. For more information, follow the sponsoring entities on social media.
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.
TLU 2024 Family Physics Night
The Texas Lutheran University’s Physics Department and Society of Physics Students will have its Electricity and Magnetism 2024 Family Physics Night from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7 in the Jackson Student Activity Center, Jackson park, across from Bulldog Stadium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University.
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’s Art & Wine Walk
The Seguin Commission on the Arts will have its Seguin’s Art & Wine Walk fundraiser from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 9 in downtown Seguin. There will be wine tastings, live music, art shows, and more. General admission is $40, Veterans are $30 (available exclusively at the Seguin Visitor Center). This is a 21+ event. Tickets are available through Eventbrite or at the Seguin Visitor Center, located at 200 S. Austin Street in Seguin.
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
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.
Guadalupe County Jury Cancellation
The Guadalupe County Jury Pool scheduled at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 12 has been canceled.
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.
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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. Checkin is at 9:15 a.m. and registration is $20 the day of the event. Early registration is available by calling 830-3056052 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.
Beginning Watercolor with Cat
The Seguin Art League will offer Beginning Watercolor with Cat from 1 to 3 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost is $35 with supplies included. The class is for ages 18 and older. This introduction to watercolor will include color theory, use of the color wheel, the correct watercolor brush and usage, description and types of watercolor paper, and how to control washes. Students will be working on a simple impressionistic landscape. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
Seguin Art League Drawing Skills Class
The Seguin Art League will offer a Drawing Skills Class from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 22 at 104 S. Austin in Seguin. This class is for all skill levels ages 18 and older and will focus on different drawing techniques and subjects each week. You will begin with a guided activity, then will continue on structured lessons or your own drawing projects. The cost is $20 with basic supplies included. For more information call 830-305-0472.
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 830-372-6073.
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.
The Table Seguin Free Meal
The Table Seguin offers a free meal from 4 to 6 p.m.
on Sunday, Nov. 24 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. There will be food, fellowship, and activities for children. For more information, visit www.Thetableseguin.com.
Christmas Toy Assistance Program
The Precious Life Suicide Prevention will offer its Christmas Toy Assistance Program for Comal and Guadalupe Counties until Saturday, Nov. 30. No registrations will be accepted via phone, email the parents full name, full name of each child, age and gender of each child, full address including zip, and phone number, and any assistance currently receiving to registerforchristmas@ gmail.com. Registration will close once max number of participants is reached.
December
TLU’s Operation Blue Santa
Texas Lutheran University is partnering with KWED for an Operation Blue Santa Christmas Toy Drive until Friday, Dec. 6. New, unwrapped toys crafts, books and games suitable for ages 0 to 18 are being collected a various locations on the TLU campus and in the Seguin community. TLU is accepting cash or check donations only for Operation Blue Santa.
Wesley-Harper UMC Fashion Fusion 2024
The Wesley-Harper UMC will present its Fashion Fusion 2024 at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 7 at the Seguin Events Complex, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Tickets are $25 pre-sale or $30 at the door and are available from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the church, located at 754 W. Court St. in Seguin or at Serenity Boutique, located at 837 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information and tickets call 210-669-3404 or 210-857-4752.
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.
GCCWB Ugly Sweater Dinner Party
The Guadalupe County Child Welfare Board (GCCWB) will have its Ugly Sweater Dinner Party at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13 at the Stephen and Mary Birch Texas Theatre, located at 425 N. Austin St. in Seguin. There will be a silent auction, live entertainment with Magician, Carlos David, dinner, and an Ugly Sweater Contest. Tickets are available at www.gccwb.org/event-details/5th-annual-ugly-sweater-dinner-party.
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.
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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.
Seguin Art League Creating Fabric Designs Class
The Seguin Art League will offer a Creating Fabric Designs Class from 1 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will learn to use block print techniques to create their own unique fabric. A reusable block will be carved using custom colors that you create. The class is for adults and the cost is $35 with supplies included. For more information call 830-305-0472.
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 RoundUp 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.
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 Sec-
ond 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, 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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