Nov. 5, 2024
Election Day 2024 now underway! Polling locations OPEN
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) – The Nov. 5 Presidential and General Election Day has finally arrived. Polling locations throughout Guadalupe County are now open until 7 p.m. Registered voters in Guadalupe County are reminded that Vote Centers are now in full operation meaning that local voters can cast their ballot at any polling site throughout the county.
In addition to a photo ID, Guadalupe County Elections Administrator Lisa Hayes encourages voters to also bring along plenty of patience as many of the polling locations might be reporting long lines.
She says evidence that folks are interested in this election was clear following the results of early voting. She says a total of 66,903 people took advantage of the two week early voting period.
“I’d like to remind the voters
that the polls close at 7 p.m. Anyone in line at the time that the polls close is entitled to vote but if you come late just because the line is still there, it doesn’t mean that you can get in line to vote. So, we will have a clerk standing at the end of the line because the law says anyone in line at 7 p.m. is entitled to vote. So, if you wait till the very last minute and even if you get there before 7 p.m., there is a good chance that you are going to have to wait because we will keep going until the line is gone so it could be 8:30 p.m. or 9 o’clock usually before that line goes down,” said Hayes.
There are a total of 38 Vote Centers or polling sites in Guadalupe County. Again, any registered voter can vote at any election day location, regardless of the precinct in which they reside.
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Squirrel Trail gets BOOKISH addition
Say hello to Klara Ann Bookerton, the newest squirrel to hit the city-wide trail at Pecantown Books & Brews. See story on page 2.
Local bookstore unveils latest Seguin squirrel
(Seguin) -- Who better to turn the page to her own story than Klara Ann Bookerton?
Bookerton is Seguin’s newest Squirrel unveiled on the lawn of Pecantown Books & Brews.
Introducing Bookerton as the newest character in Seguin’s Squirrel Trail Program is Shirley Woehler Hester. Hester, a longtime resident and former Guadalupe County Commissioner, says she gifted the fiberglass squirrel to her daughter-in-law Tess Coody Anders, the owner of the downtown bookstore.
“When I saw it going around Seguin – all the squirrels – I wanted to do something special for Pecantown and for Tess. So, I ordered it like a year and a half ago and finally got it. I think it’s really neat, very pretty. I like that they had the base from the wallpaper from the inside,” said Hester.
Coody Anders says she is grateful for Bookerton and says the squirrel was the missing element to the local business.
“My mother-in-law who is a Seguin native and who is really proud of her community and she’s also
really proud of Pecantown and she offered up the potential of securing a squirrel for us because she saw it as such a perfect marriage between Seguin’s history and where Seguin is going and the role that Pecantown is playing in creating a vibrancy in downtown Seguin and she really wanted to leave that mark for us and for Seguin and for me which was incredibly meaningful. It is an incredibly meaningful squirrel for me personally as well as a downtown business owner,” said Coody-Anders.
Serving as the artist for the project was Jeremy Wallace of the Creation Company. This marks the second squirrel painted by Wallace. The first was the design of “Chance” located outside of the Meservey Group at 520 N. River St.
As for his creativity put into the project, Coody Anders says Bookerton more than exceeded her expectations.
“It’s like a character out of a Beatrix Potter storybook has leapt from the pages and is seated in the front yard.
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Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
New Braunfels man to be punished following plans for mass shooting
(New Braunfels) -- Sentencing is in February for a New Braunfels man who pleaded guilty to a charge of trying to obtain a gun to commit a felony.
The Justice Department claims Cameron Peterson, 20, tried twice
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this year to buy a 12-gauge shotgun from a New Braunfels pawn shop.
Both times the pawn shop refused the sale because of his age and the kind of gun he was trying to buy.
The FBI reportedly found
Once they arrive, Hayes says voters should expect the enforcement of rules to protect the integrity of the process.
“Just remember, no cell phones allowed within 100 feet of the polling place. No campaign t-shirts or candidate gear of any sort and just be patient and let us get you through. We want you to have a good voting experience just as much as you want to have a good voting experience. So, just hang in there. We will get through this and it’s going to be amazing,” said Hayes.
Voters are encouraged to print out their respective sample ballots and bring them with them to the voting booth. Again, the ballot must be a paper form and
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Her name is Klara Ann Bookerton. Her first name was borrowed from Jeremy’s daughter who is the coartist. She is 12. Her middle name is my mother-in-law’s middle name and Bookerton was just our effort to reflect the fact that she is reading a book, and she is representing a bookstore,” said Coody-Anders.
Hester says supporting such programs and art projects is vital to ensuring the story telling of the community.
“I think there is
plenty of room for more in Seguin and they are all so beautiful. I just hope that more will participate, and I think they will. I really think they will,” said Hester.
Bookerton marks the 15th squirrel for the city-wide trail which promotes art in public spaces. The squirrels are sponsored by community members and organizations who then commission a local artist to paint them.
The program is supported by both the city of Seguin and the Seguin Commission on the Arts.
Pecantown is located at 212 S. Camp St.
evidence that Peterson had been planning mass shootings since 2022.
A search of his home turned up a sawed-off rifle and an improvised explosive device.
Peterson faces up to ten years in federal prison.
will not be able to be accessed on their phone. Sample ballots are available on the elections office website.
Curbside voting will also be available at each polling location. Those unable to get out of their vehicles are encouraged to call the number available on the sign outside.
Anyone who has any question regarding today’s election including whether they are even registered to vote is asked to call the elections office at 830-3036363. The elections office website is available at www. co.guadalupe.tx.us.
KWED Radio will begin its live election coverage just after 7 p.m. when polls close. Today’s election coverage is being brought to listeners by Gift & Gourmet.
Wolfe, Bulldogs Make Program History as TLU Shuts Out Concordia (TX), 1-0
Bryce Hayes - TLU Sport Information & Sports Marketing
SEGUIN, Texas -- Texas Lutheran secured the number two seed in the SCAC Tournament for the third straight season under head coach Kerwin Johnson after defeating Concordia (TX), 1-0 on Sunday at Gustafson Field.As the game kicked off, senior Kelly Wolfe (San Antonio/ Churchill) made history by becoming Texas Lutheran’s all-time leader in games played and games started with her 81st career game and start on Sunday.
Junior Callie Brame (San Antonio/Churchill) scored the game’s only goal in the 24th minute coming off an Alyssa Simien (San Antonio/ Warren) free kick. Simien would take the free kick before Klarissa Martinez (Houston/Incarnate Word Academy) would take one touch to set up Brame for the game’s only goal. The goal is Brame’s fifth of the season while the assists are Simien’s eighth and Martinez’s ninth respectively. The ninth assist for Martinez ties her with former teammate Ana Parra and TLU Hall of Famer, Kelli Layden, for the second most in a single-season in program history - only trailing Katie Buehler’s 11 in 2007.
The Bulldogs shut down the Tornados in the first half, limiting them to just one shot in the first half. The Tornados would finish with seven shots total in the game with only one coming on goal. Goalkeeper Alysa Marquez (Miami, FL/Dr. Michael Krop) would make the save in her lone
challenge on Sunday to pick up her 12th win, bringing her one win shy of matching Katie Kistner for the most goalkeeper wins in a single-season (13, 2004 & 2006). The shutout improves Marquez’s season total to 5.5.
Texas Lutheran would outshoot the Tornados 16-7 in the match and hold a 7-2 advantage in corner kicks.
TLU improves its record to 12-5-1, 8-2 in SCAC play. Concordia (TX) drops to 9-7-2, 7-2-1 in the SCAC. With the win, Texas Lutheran set a new program record for conference winning percentage, finishing the regular season with an .800 conference winning percentage, surpassing the previous program mark of .786 set the previous two seasons.
The results of Sunday’s match between Southwestern and McMurry sets up a rematch with Concordia (TX) in the SCAC Tournament semifinals on Friday, Nov. 8, at SaberCats Stadium in Houston at 2:30 PM. The tournament will be streamed on FloSports. All streaming and live stats links can be found on tlubulldogs.com.
For all updates on Texas Lutheran Women’s Soccer, follow @tluwsoc on Twitter and Instagram and as always you can find updates on all Texas Lutheran athletics on tlubulldogs.com and all official TLU social media channels (@tluathletics on Twitter, @tlu_athletics on Instagram, and @ tlubulldogs on Facebook).
Herron
Audrey Ellen (Leach) Herron, age 92 of Seguin since 2013, passed away with her children at her side on October 25. 2024. 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 Shepherd Episcopal Church.
Memorials may be sent to either Episcopal Church and/or GRMC Hospice, Seguin, TX. Special love and thank you to her loving caregivers Yoli, Mary, Denise, Iris, and Melissa and Tracy Hunt, and to the entire staff of GRMC Hospice who never left her side.
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.
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.
Sanchez VITAL STATISTICS
Efraim Perez Sanchez, age 75 of Seguin, passed away on November 1, 2024. Efraim was born on July 4, 1949 in New Braunfels, Texas to Nazaria (Perez) and Bernardino Sanchez. Efraim proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corp during the Vietnam War.
Efraim is preceded in death by his son, Efrain Sanchez, Jr., his parents and his sister, Mary Ann Estrada.
Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years, Maria A. Sanchez; children, Dora A. Perez and husband Roy, Christopher Sanchez and wife Lorinda, Paul A. Sanchez, and Eric M. Sanchez; daughter-in-law, Rafaela Sanchez; grandchildren, Angus M. Perez and wife Carley, Amber Sanchez, Efrain Sanchez III, and wife Emery, Valerie A. Perez and husband Justin, Jade Sanchez, Christopher Sanchez, Jr. and Gavino Sanchez; great-grandchildren, Aaron M. Perez,
Easton G. Perez, Olivia G. Perez, Ozzy Bear, Patrick Casas, Travis Jaxon San Nicholas, and Ephraim Sanchez IV; siblings, Bernard P. Sanchez and wife Blanca, Mike P. Sanchez, Jimmy P. Sanchez and wife Dottie, Ruben P. Sanchez and wife Angelina, and Irene S. Aleman and husband Pedro; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.
Visitation will begin on Friday, November 8, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel followed by funeral service at 11 a.m. with Pastor Ruben Sanchez officiating. Interment with full military honors will follow in Santo Tomas Cemetery in Seguin.
Serving as pallbearers will Angus Perez, Justin Bear, Roy Perez, Christopher Sanchez, Eric Sanchez, Christopher Sanchez, Jr., Aaron Perez, and Efrain Sanchez III.
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.
Chocolate Could Kill Your Pet
(San Antonio, TX) -- Our homes are filled with Halloween candy, and that’s dangerous to those with dogs. We know that chocolate is bad for our pets but experts say all artificial sweeteners found in candy are toxic to dogs. Dr. Christine Rutter, at the Texas A&M veterinary school, says that if your dog gets into the Halloween stash, you need to get help quickly or the result could be deadly. If you want to give your pup a treat, Dr. Rutter say they love carrots or even a piece of pumpkin.
Bird Flu Traveling Cases
(Portland, OR) -- Three people with bird flu in Washington state traveled to Oregon while they were sick. The Oregon Health Authority reports the three people got the virus at a poultry farm where birds had the disease. The three people traveled to Oregon and then returned to Washington. Health officials say the general public is at low risk and there’s no evidence of human-to-human transmission. Oregon’s Department of Fish and Wildlife says there’s been an increase in Avian flu detections from wild birds. They urge caution handling any dead birds.
Lab Searching For Immune Cancer Killer
(La Jolla, CA) -- A new study from University of California-San Diego is focused on boosting the immune system’s ability to kill cancer cell. Currently, cancer treatments largely include chemotherapy, radiation and surgery but the new research is looking at the immune system as a path to new treatments. Dr. Amir Ferry, a post doctoral researcher at the university’s Goldrath Lab, says his team is studying a process called immune memory and T-cells and how to leverage those cells to kill tumors. Ferry says If we can tinker with the immune system properly, we can address a lot of other diseases, too, besides cancer.
Red Tide Detected In Southwest Florida
(Marco Island, FL) -- Red tide is popping up around Southwest Florida. The state health department says the harmful algae blooms were detected near Barefoot Beach and Marco Island last. People are urged to use caution in these areas since the algae can cause health issues, like respiratory irritation and rashes. Some of the other impacted counties include Collier, Charlotte, and Sarasota counties.
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.
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.
Tiny House Kick Off
The Seguin Construction Trades Booster Club will have its fundraising campaign, Tiny House Kick Off, at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 7 at the Seguin High School Circle drive between Lamar Dr. and E. Cedar St.
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 Confer-
ence 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. Come celebrate the 248th Birthday of The US Marine Corps. 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.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
Seguin Art League Beginning Drawing Class
The Seguin Art League will offer a Beginning Drawing Class, for ages 9 to 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 21 at the Seguin Art League, located at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The class will cover basic skills and lead up to drawing in 3D, and finish with a still life drawing. The cost is $35 with supplies included. Participants can also bring their own supplies. There is a minimum of 5 students and a maximum of 10. 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 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, 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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