SDN: November 20, 2024 by Seguin Today

Nov. 20, 2024

Tarinna Skrzycki-Pfeil, future Chief Deputy

Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office to welcome future Chief Deputy

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) – Sheriff-elect Joshua Ray is announcing his new second in command over at the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office. Ray, who will officially take over the reins from retiring Sheriff Arnold Zwicke on Jan. 1, 2025, has announced the promotion of Tarinna Skrzycki-Pfeil as Chief Deputy. Skrzycki, currently serves as the lieutenant for the Criminal Investigations Division.

Ray says they have already, for years, relied on her caliber, experience, and professionalism. He says as Deputy Chief, she will be assisting him in leading the men and women of the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office with overall command and control of both operations and divisions.

“She’s been in law enforcement since 1981. She became a police officer in 1985 with the Seguin Police Department. I believe in 1995; she left and went to the New Braunfels Police Department and retired in 2011.

In her PD career, she’s been a police officer, dispatcher, she was a hostage negotiator, she was a detective and was also a sergeant of detectives. She was brought in by Sheriff Zwicke initially to help with their evidence room because she came in in a non-sworn position and was a help with managing the evidence room and also as a crime analyst but later on, he selected her as the lieutenant to supervise the entire criminal investigations division and Deputy, pg. 3

Toy, clothing drive now underway at TLU TLU teaming

up with KWED Radio, Thriving Hearts Crisis Center

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) – This year’s KWED Holiday Food and Toy Drive is getting a much-needed head start thanks to some fellow Bulldogs. Texas Lutheran University’s Black and Gold Council is currently collecting toys on behalf of the radio station’s annual holiday drive for the Seguin Police Department’s Blue Santa Program. Although the effort is not until Friday, Dec. 6 outside our studios, the college community is doing its part to

muster up additional donations not only on campus but at various offsite locations.

In conjunction with its collection of toys, the TLU students are also hosting a Holiday Hope Clothing Drive. The students are accepting new or gently used clothing, blankets and coats to benefit the Thriving Hearts Crisis Center formerly known as the Guadalupe Valley Family Violence Shelter. Drive, pg. 3

Eighth graders to set their sights on their futures

Seguin Youth Career Expo slated for today

(Seguin) -- The Seguin Economic Development Corporation (Seguin EDC) today will be hosting the 3rd annual Seguin Youth Career Expo at the Seguin Events Complex. This event aims to inspire and educate local students about the variety of career opportunities in their community.

More than 800 eighth-grade students from Seguin ISD, Navarro ISD, Marion ISD, and Southwest Prep will attend, gaining insights into high-demand skills and exploring diverse career paths. Over 25 local businesses and organizations will showcase their industries and offer students valuable perspectives on meaningful career opportunities. Teachers and students from the Career and Technical Education (CTE) Programs of Study at Navarro and Seguin High Schools will also exhibit alongside industry

professionals.

Since the students are required to select their CTE pathways before high school, the Expo provides hands-on career exposure at a pivotal moment in their academic journeys.

Organizers say the Expo isn’t just an event—it’s a gateway to future possibilities. Students will engage directly with professionals, see demonstrations, and explore industry-specific equipment, products, and uniforms. This handson approach will help students make well-informed career and education decisions while preparing for high school

Interactive activities and employer-led demonstrations will bring career paths to life. Participating companies and organizations include Alamo Group Texas, Caterpillar, City of Seguin Electric Department, CMC Steel

Texas, Distinctively Remembered, First Commercial Bank, Great Clips, Guadalupe County Adult Detention Center, GuadalupeBlanco River Authority, Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, GVEC, H-E-B, Independent Electrical Contractors of San Antonio, Johnson Controls, Junie and Jae Balloon Décor and More, Lonestar Home Solutions, Propel Career Academy, Science Mill, Schaeffler, Seguin Fire Department, Seguin Police Department, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service, Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service (TEEX), Texas A&M University | Spark! PK-12 Engineering Education Outreach, Texas Lutheran University, TX FAME Lone Star Chapter/Texas State Technical College, United Alloy, Workforce Solutions YES! Youth Program and Visit Seguin.

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Deputy, continued.

it was a great choice because in my small amount of time there, I could see the leader and supervisor that she was,” said Ray.

Ray says Skrzycki brings so much to the table, including nearly four decades of law enforcement experience.

She has seen a lot. She has done a lot, but she also has a great vision for the future and where we need to go as we grow moving forward and she and I, we, see it the same way. We have the same vision. As any good leader and their second should be, we both complement each other well in our strengths and weaknesses. It was a pretty easy decision for me. I’m excited to have her. She is respected in the building among the personnel, and she is highly respected in our profession in the surrounding areas because I’ve talked to law enforcement officers all over the county and outside the county and she’s well known for her accomplishments. What I hear time and time again is a great leader. I hear that over and over again. So, I’m really excited for her,” said Ray.

Ray says as the future new Chief Deputy, Skrzycki will also be the first female deputy sheriff at the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office to hold a rank above that of Lieutenant.

“There is some real significance in the fact that she is going to be the very first female ever promoted to this position, and she was the first female in the sheriff’s office to be promoted to her current position, but she will never take any accolades for that. She earns things by her own merit. This was an easy decision to make purely based on her experiences and her qualifications and her job performance and she will be the first to tell you that she wants to be great for everybody. She doesn’t want to receive any special recognition because of the fact that she to some degree is a pioneer in what she is doing. There weren’t a lot of women in law enforcement back in 1981 and into 1995. So, she really has seen that transition and that professionalization of our job, but she is humble. She is quiet. She is in the background. She is hardworking. She is definitely competent, qualified and ready,” said Ray.

In his preparation to lead the sheriff’s office, Ray has also announced current members of the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office that have accepted Command Level Positions effective January 1. He says the majority of officers will remain in place with a few more new faces to be announced later. He says the following list includes the reorganizing, the restructuring and in some cases, the renaming of some of the titles for the command staff. They include Patrol Division Commander, Captain Jerry Rios; Support Services Division, Lieutenant Zach McBride; Patrol Division, Lieutenant Robert Locker; Criminal Investigations Division, Lieutenant Robert Shockley and Jail Division, Jail Administrator Robert Hernandez.

Drive, continued.

Courtney Burnett, a senior graduate student at Texas Lutheran University, says over the years, the students have organized a holiday 5K event. But this year, she says the students wanted more of an outreach effort. Plus she says the campus wanted an easier way for all students and staff to be able to give during exams and all other end of course events.

Burnett says not only did the group want to fuel the success of KWED’s Holiday Food and Toy Drive, but it also wanted to concentrate on a clothing drive.

“I feel that toys and clothes are a bit under appreciated especially during the holiday season. We have a lot of organizations that do food drives that collect donations for that. Even on campus, we have a food pantry for students that takes donations, but I’ve never really seen a clothing drive or toy drive here on campus and so that is something that I kind of wanted to start making a tradition here not only for BGPC but for other student organizations here on campus,” said Burnett.

Donating toys and clothing is available now through Dec. 6. Burnett says all toys must be new while clothing, again, should be new or gently used. Only socks and undergarments must be brand new.

“Here on campus, you can find them in every building. So, if people are visiting the Student Alumni Center or our College Center, Boeck Center, they can find a box there and donate there. We are also accepting cash and check donations here on campus as well in our Alumni Student Center through our Administrative assistant Ali Bratcher. She is accepting and holding cash and donations there and then off campus, we have locations -- one in the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce; one in Dietz Flower Shop and one in the Seguin Public Library and also, one at KWED,” said Burnett.

Meanwhile, the media team at KWED Radio is excited that its holiday drive is branching off into the TLU community providing more awareness of the needs that exist in this community. Burnett says it’s those established relationships and community partnerships that help make things happen.

“I’ve always said that TLU is a very community driven campus. We benefit so much from helping others in our community helping us and so it’s important that we partner with our local businesses, our local radio station, our local partners to help others and to help others benefit and so, we have two days a year where TLU completely just sends students out to the Garden of Eden or the animal shelter or again, like Thriving Hearts. We send those students out there twice a year so it’s once a semester to serve others and help the community. We have a whole department dedicated – Our Center for Servant Leadership – that is just dedicated to help others. So, I think it’s so important that TLU leans in the community and the community does vice versa,” said Burnett.

All cash donations for the TLU Blue Santa and Clothing Drive can be dropped off at the First-Year Experience and Student Engagement Center located in the Alumni Student Center (ASC) just across from the TLU Mabee Pool. Again, various collection points for both toys and clothes will be available in most TLU buildings including in the ASC.

Burnett along with other TLU students will also be a part of our live events during the KWED’s Holiday Food and Toy Drive. The drive will be held from 7 to 9 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 6 outside the studios at 609 E. Court St.

Welch Named SCAC Special Teams Player of the Week

SEGUIN, Texas -- Texas Lutheran punter Cameron Welch (New Braunfels/Canyon) has been named Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference (SCAC) for his performance in the team’s win against Southwestern on Saturday, the conference announced on Monday. The honor is Welch’s second SCAC weekly honor this season.

Welch averaged 46.0 yards on four punts as Texas Lutheran completed their undefeated home season with a 17-10 win over Southwestern.

The New Braunfels native placed two punts inside the Pirates 20-yard line that both resulted in Pirates drives starting at their oneyard line. Welch finished the game with a long of 51 yards.

Welch all but etched his name in the TLU record book on Saturday, increasing his season average to 44.5 yards, passing the previous

program record of 43.0 yards held by Harold Anderson since 1962. Welch currently ranks second in NCAA Division-III in punting.

Texas Lutheran, as a team, leads NCAA Division-III with a 42.26 net punting average.

It marks the ninth SCAC weekly award for the Bulldogs this season and fourth for a specialist.

Welch and the Bulldogs return to action on Saturday, Nov. 30 against Linfield University in the second round of the NCAA Division-III Championship Football Tournament. Kickoff is set for 2 PM CT / 12 PM PT from Maxwell Field and Memorial Stadium and will air nationally on ESPN+.

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).

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Joyce-Klingemann VITAL STATISTICS

Elaine Ann “Lainey” Joyce-Klingemann, devoted and loving nurse, wife, and mother, peacefully passed away on November 14, 2024 surrounded by family and friends, her battle with an aggressive pancreatic cancer and its complications coming to an end.

Lainey was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania to Thomas Joseph Joyce and Mary Ann Korjeski Joyce on January 26, 1957. She and her older brother, Tommy Joyce, grew up in a loving Irish family with many aunts and uncles, and numerous cousins who were more like her siblings. She treasured memories of weekends spent at the lake as a youth, and, later, of adventures with her cousins and friends in Scranton and up the pike.

Lainey graduated from Scranton High School and went to Penn State University, where she attained a degree in nursing. In college, the work-study program placed her in the Athletics Office while Joe Paterno was head coach. A member of the Penn State Alumni Association, she was an avid and loyal Nittany Lion and would allow no disparagement of Penn State in her presence.

After graduation, she worked as a home health nurse in Scranton and Hershey, PA. She then took a job as a charge nurse on the neurology floor at George Washington University Hospital in Washington D.C. There, was a nurse to James Brady after he was shot during the Ronald Reagan assassination attempt. She also cared for a Saudi prince and got to visit Saudi Arabia and Egypt as his private nurse.

Eventually, Lainey began looking around the country for a sunny place to relocate. She moved to San Antonio and took a job at Santa Rosa Hospital as Nurse Director of the neurological unit. Soon thereafter, she met her future husband, Bill Klingemann, and the two were married in Scranton, Pennsylvania on August 23, 1991, honeymooning at Niagara Falls.

Lainey then took a job with the Methodist Hospital system where she worked at Metropolitan Hospital for a few years before moving to Northeast Methodist Hospital, where she found her home. She worked in various leadership capacities at Northeast Methodist Hospital for 30 years, including as Vice President of all Methodist rehabilitation units in San Antonio, head of the Joint Replacement Academy, and Director of the rehab and dialysis units. At Northeast Methodist she mentored many young nurses and touched

countless patient lives. She received various awards and recognitions, including 2023 Unit of Distinction – Inpatient Rehab and two awards for her actions while off duty in resuscitating two individuals who had stopped breathing.

In 1993 and 1995, Lainey became mother to her two adored sons, James and Matthew. She loved taking the boys and their friends on various adventures across the state like crystal hunting, major league baseball games, beach trips, and shopping sprees. As the boys grew older, she fostered in them a love of golf, and the three could often be found enjoying a round together at Starcke Park.

Over the years, Lainey developed and maintained many friendships that she held dear. She treasured her time with friends, whether it was playing with the Golf Girls on Tuesdays, enjoying Wednesday happy hour, or taking trips to the coast. Lainey also made new friends wherever she went and was always the life of the party, drawing people in with her laughter and warmth. You couldn’t be around her for long without hearing one of her unforgettable stories about the mob changing her tires, her adventures with a Secret Service agent, or meeting Bill on the dancefloor, among many others.

Lainey loved St. Patrick’s Day, Penn State, Korean dramas, long walks, tennis, apples, sunny days, and her puppies. But above all, she loved her family and friends. Her zest for life was contagious, and she lived each day to its fullest. She will be deeply missed by all.

Lainey was predeceased by her parents, brother, aunts and uncles, and several cousins. She is survived by her husband, Bill J. Klingemann of Seguin, TX, and sons, James Thomas Klingemann of Philadelphia, PA and Matthew Joseph Klingemann of Seguin, as well as cherished cousins, friends, and colleagues.

Services will be held at St. James Catholic Church, 510 S. Camp Street, Seguin, Texas 78155 on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 10:00 a.m., with interment and a reception to follow.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Penn State THON via thon. org (please credit donations to the Boulevard student organization). THON is the world’s largest student run philanthropy and raises funds for children with cancer. Donations may also be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Sláinte, Lainey.

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.

VITAL STATISTICS

Natalie Riojas Barron, age 80 of Seguin, formerly of Nixon, passed away on November 19, 2024. Natalie, the youngest of 18 siblings, was born in Nixon on July 27, 1944 to Rosenda (Esquivel) and Patricio Riojas.

Natalie and Jesse lived in Nixon until 1997 when they moved to Seguin to be closer to their daughter Sylvia and her family. In Nixon she was involved in many community and school activities and especially enjoyed singing and playing guitar in the Church Choir at St. Joseph Catholic Church. She retired from Motorola Corp. in Seguin after 25 plus years. After, she enjoyed working for the Seguin Independent School District as a bus monitor for special needs children and worked part time at Chiro Java Coffee Shop.

Natalie was an active member of both the Catholic Daughters of America and Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Fun times were spent traveling with family throughout the United States. She enjoyed going to Planet Fitness and Zumba Classes at the Wellness Center, cooking and especially baking for all her family, friends and neighbors, as no one would go hungry on her watch. One might also find her outside gardening and tending to her plants and yard, especially her favorite, the rose bushes.

Natalie is preceded in death by her parents and fifteen siblings.

Survivors include her loving husband of 60 years, Jesse Barron; daughter, Sylvia Ramirez and husband Rene; granddaughter, Mia Marie Ramirez; sisters, Rosa Bustamante and Mary Riojas DeLeon; sisters-in-law, Lydia Barron, Donna Smith and husband Billy, and Connie Barron Ramirez and husband Ernie; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 24, 2024 at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel from 2 to 4 p.m. The recitation of the Holy Rosary will begin on Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. A reception will follow.

Private interment will be held at a later date.

Natalie will always be remembered for her smile, her warmth and her love and kindness to all. She will be missed.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, SouthWest Affiliate, P. O. Box 841125, Dallas, Texas, 75284-1125 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.

Alexander

Ramona Bernice Alexander, age 86 of Seguin, Texas, passed away peacefully with her beloved family by her side on Sunday, November 10, 2024. Ramona was born on May 20, 1938 in Ookala, Hawaii to Andrew Peters, Sr., and Josephine (Silva) Peters.

She is preceded in death by her parents, her son Marion J. Alexander Jr. (MJ), brother, Andrew Peters Jr., and her great-grandson, Nathan Mejia.

Survivors include her loving husband of 68 years, Marion J. Alexander Sr., daughters, Wendy Hawver and husband Ray, Sheryl Nelson and husband Kirk and Martha Alexander; brother, Jimmy and wife Maryann Peters; sisters, Barbara McDaniel and husband Jim, Karen Peters, Mary Kay Carvalho and husband Gerald, Priscilla Gray and husband Bill, Cindy Peters, Susan Pascal-Beck and husband John, Brenda Harris and husband Brian, Kathy Vogt and husband Nelson and Veronica

Goforth and husband Roy; 21 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren; and 2 great-great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Mabel Toussaint and husband Tom and brother-in-law, Ken Evans; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews and many others that called her mom.

Ramona was a longtime member of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, and was a past member of Jokers Wild Motorcycle club. She was also an incredible employee with the Seguin school district as a long time School bus Driver. When Ramona wasn’t working, she enjoyed spending time with her large and beautiful family, or taking rides with her beloved husband. She will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.

A memorial service celebrating Ramona’s life will be held on Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel.

Memorial Contributions may be made to a 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.

Organic Carrots Recalled For E. Coli

(Seattle, WA) -- Eight people in Washington state have contracted E. coli from tainted carrots. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention say the contaminated carrots were made by Grimmway Farms. They include organic whole-bagged carrots and baby carrots. Almost 40 people in 18 states have contracted E. coli, 15 were hospitalized and one person has died. The carrots have been removed from stores. The best used by dates are September 11th through November 12th.

U of IA Cancer Study Shows Promising Results

(Iowa City, IA) -- A University of Iowa study is showing a high-dose of vitamin C in an I-V could double the survival of some cancer patients. Dr. Joe Cullen, University of Iowa Surgery Professor, says patients who received I-V Vitamin C saw their survival increase from eight months in the standard of care chemotherapy group to 16 months. He says they’ve tested their theory in patients with late-state pancreatic cancer, as well those with brain cancer. They’re trying it with lung cancer patients too. Dr. Cullen reminds patients that consuming high doses of vitamin C orally is less effective.

New Study Explains Why People Like Falling Asleep To TV (Undated) -- A new study is shedding light on why so many people like to fall asleep to a movie or a show. Cleveland Clinic psychologist Chivonna Childs says falling asleep to the TV or something streaming is soothing and calming, similar to white noise. She adds that the sleeping ritual also helps distract people from racing thoughts. However, Childs warns that the blue light from a TV or device may lead to less quality sleep, as it can prevent the body from releasing melatonin. She suggests listening to calming music instead or reading, journaling or meditating right before bedtime. Childs says but if you absolutely have to watch something, make sure it’s something light and not too intense like true crime.

Wisconsin

Leads Nation In Drug Take-Backs

(Madison, WI) -- Wisconsin is the nation’s leader in collecting unused prescription medication. The Wisconsin Department of Justice says Wisconsin brought-in a best-in-the-nation 55 thousand pounds of medication during the Fall 2024 Drug Take Back Collection. The DOJ says it’s a continuation of Wisconsin’s trend of being one of the nation’s leaders in collecting old and expired medicine. Since 2010, Wisconsin has collected over one-point-three million pounds of unwanted medicine. That’s good enough to be third in the country.

November

Shop Seguin Photo Op and Proclamation

The Seguin-Guadalupe County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce, the Seguin Economic Development Corporation, the Seguin Main Street Program, and the Downtown Business Alliance gather like clockwork the week before Thanksgiving to launch the annual slogan which encourages community members to spend their dollars in Seguin. Shop Local, Shop Seguin. 10 a.m. Tuesday November 20th Central Park

Kicks & giggles baby store

The Seguin chamber of commerce will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Kicks & giggles Baby store at 4:45 PM Thursday, November 21st at 108 W. Court St.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

The Seguin chamber of commerce will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Santos Patronos Ranch WAGYU at 2 PM Tuesday, November 26th at 2075 W Kingsbury St.

Thanksgiving service

Life Changing Church, this Sunday, November 24th, will be hosting their annual Thanksgiving Dinner Service. They will be raffling off Thanksgiving baskets and gift cards from HEB for your Thanksgiving food items. You must be REGISTERED, PRESENT, and HERE DURING THE SERVICE to win! Only one basket/gift card per household, address, and family will be allotted. After the service ends, please stay for dinner provided for free by our church. Bring your family out for a day of fellowship and great food! You don’t want to miss this event hosted by Life Changing Church 842. E. Pine St Seguin. Call 830-4639637 NO LATER than 11:30 for a ride, and we will pick you up! Registration: 12:15-1:45 PM; THERE WILL BE NO REGISTRATION AFTER 1:45.

The Table – A Community Thanksgiving Meal

The City of Seguin will host a Complimentary Thanksgiving Meal on Sunday, Nov. 24th, from 3 - 6 PM at the Seguin Coliseum. Approximately 1,000 plates will be served on a first-come, first-serve basis. All are welcome, and no registration is required. In addition to a delicious meal, there will be activities for kids. If you would like to make a donation or volunteer, sign up at https:// thetableseguin.com

Seguin Chamber Luncheon

The Seguin Chamber will host a Membership Luncheon on Wednesday, Dec 4th, at the Seguin Coliseum. Check-in and Network will be held from 11:30 AM - 11:45 AM, followed by Lunch and Program from 11:45 AM - 1 PM. The cost is $20 for Chamber Members and $25 for

Future Members. This is an RSVP event, and no tickets will be sold at the door. All attendees must register. Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, the registration closes on November 26th, 2024.

Lunch & Learn

The Seguin Young Professionals will host a Lunch & Learn event on Nov. 20th from 11:30 PM - 1:00 PM @ Court Street Coffee Shop featuring guest speaker Elaine Bennett. Registration is highly encouraged.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Guadalupe Appraisal District Closure

The Guadalupe Appraisal District will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29. The office will re-open at 8 a.m. on Monday, Dec. 2.

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

Di Sucre by V

The Seguin chamber of commerce will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Di Sucre by V at 11AM Thursday, December 5th at 225 S. Saunders ST. inside The Schoolyard.

Guadalupe County Republican Women Meeting

On Friday, December 13th, 2024 the Guadalupe County Republican Women will be hosting a luncheon, with Chris Byrd as their main speaker. The luncheon/meeting will be held at the Seguin Silver Center at 510 East Court Street, Seguin. Social hour starts at 11:00 AM with a cash bar. Seated lunch at 11:30 AM. Cost for lunch is $20.00. Please make reservations with Glenda Partain by calling or texting 830.391.3979 or emailing silvercenter@sbcglobal.net. The program is free but lunch requires reservation. Payment by cash or check. Please join us for a timely and informative program. More information is available at https:// www.guadalupe-county-rw.com/.

Agave Coffee

The Seguin chamber of commerce will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Agave Coffee at 10AM Tuesday, December 17th at 109 S. Crockett ST.

Serenity Boutique

The Seguin chamber of commerce will host a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Serenity Boutique at 11AM Thursday, December 19th at 837 E. Court St.

Christmas Market

Immanuel Lutheran Church will host its 9th annual Christmas Market from 9 AM- 2 PM Rain or shine, at 310 Seguin Street in La Vernia. There will be Breakfast Tacos, Cheesy Potato Soup, Wassail & More. Visit the country store for fresh baked and candied goods. There will also be Christmas pictures in front of the church, face painting & balloon animals for the kids. Outdoor vendor spaces are still available! For more information, contact ILCWOFChristmasMarket@Gmail.com or call (830)-688-1810.

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’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.

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.

January

First Friday Feast

The Geronimo Lions Club will host their First Friday Feast from 5:30 - 7:30 PM or until they run out @ The Red Bar on 390 Cordova Rd. There will be $20 Steak or Fish Dinner with sides and a drink. This event is benefiting local non-profits. Happy New Year from the Geronimo Lions.

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.

Mid-Texas Symphony

The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Puttin On the Ritz, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 23 at the Brauntex Theatre in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www. mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-4635353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.

Brown Cultural Event Series – 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 selfpaced, 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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