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"We do a fresh cut on the bottom of the tree, drill it and put it in water so they are just as fresh as they can be and we will be ready to open to the public to start selling on Friday at 4:30 p.m. and then we will be open all day on Saturday from noon to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday and then everyday of the week after that from 4:30 to 7 p.m. until we are out of trees," said Maddox. Maddox says the club works hard to ensure that the trees are affordable and that all families can enjoy. "We do have some modest, smaller trees that are modestly priced and there's some of the larger trees (that) do get up in price a little bit but we believe that we have

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The group will continue its long standing tradition by opening the lot this Friday on the lawn of the First Presbyterian Church. Lions member Marvel Maddox says a variety of trees are on their way this week to Seguin.

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enough variety to meet everybody's financial needs," said Maddox. To help celebrate the opening of the lot, Maddox says the Lions Club in partnership with the First Presbyterian Church will be hostingAChristmas Tree Festival this Saturday at the tree lot. Maddox says the group deeply appreciates the church's partnership in preserving a deeply rooted tradition in Seguin. "Traditionally for a longtime, we were doing our lot at Plaza Del Rey and a new management company there changed their policy on not allowing outside folks to come and take up parking spot areas and so the First Presbyterian Church was kind enough to come to our rescue and allow us to have our lot their at the church and what we are really sponsoring together is the Christmas Tree Festival which will be Nov. 30 from 10 o'clock in the morning to 1 o'clock and the church helps us out with that. The ladies of the church make cookies and stuff like that and help us out and so that's been a real nice partnership that we've appreciated there," said Maddox. See TREES, page 3

(Seguin) -- In 2014, 45 percent of TLU’s first-year students were first generation.

these students often have to choose between going home for Thanksgiving or going home for Christmas. Since they almost always choose Christmas, the Office of First-Year and Campus Programs started hosting a special Thanksgiving dinner in 2014.

That number jumped to 65 percent in 2018. With more than half of the overall student body identifying as first generation, the Office of Student Life and Learning (SL&L) is focused on serving the needs of this growing group, specifically when it comes to university holidays. Many of

“We now call it Firstgiving,” Samira López, director of TLU’s First-Year and Campus Programs said. “When our office started really getting to know our growing first-gen population, we noticed that going home for the holiday was an added expense for some. Also, many of them who live

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here don’t have vehicles and know their family may not be in a financial place to provide transportation for both trips.” They quickly realized how having a Thanksgiving event on campus would give them a place to celebrate with their TLU family, including many first-generation faculty and staff who also attend. Lopez even orders extra food and provides to-go containers for students to take back to their dorms. Moving to Seguin from McAllen, Texas was a major change for recent graduate Leslie Flores ’19. See DINNER, page 3

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Yulfest tradition returns this Sunday to Seguin Coliseum By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera (Seguin) -- Get ready to shop till you drop at this year's Yulefest Arts and Crafts Show. The show, hosted by the Seguin Art League, returns this holiday season on Sunday at the Seguin Coliseum. Yulefest Chairman Karen Roberson, says the arts and crafts show is an unique opportunity for area artists and crafters to sell their work and to showcase their individual talents. She says it's been a long standing tradition and continues to draw in anywhere from 1,200 to 1,400 people.

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"Right now, we have 78 vendors indoors and we will have about 28 vendors outdoors. The show has grown tremendously over the last two or three years. It seems like a lot more people are making handmade items and selling their wares and we have just grown tremendously and the community has really supported the show and the vendors have done really well," said Roberson. Roberson says the items available all illustrate real talent. She says the Yulefest committee takes pride in what it showcases that first

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"We have so much variety. I mean we have soaps. We have jewelry. We have candles. We have woodworking. We have knitted items, sewn items, handmade knives, dolls, teddy bears, floral arrangements, paper items, photography and then actual art, painted watercolors, oil paintings," said Roberson. "It's a huge huge variety of handmade items. It's quite impressive really." Yulefest will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at the Seguin Coliseum. There is no cost to attend. Children's art activities will be provided during the show.

Businesses asking residents to spend dollars in Seguin this Saturday Special By Jasmyne Perry, Main Street and CVB Intern (Seguin) -- For the tenth year, the Saturday after Thanksgiving is being recognized as the American shopping holiday Small Business Saturday! How does one celebrate this holiday you may ask? Well that's easy, just shop small, locally owned independent businesses! As you know Seguin is a small town, and with small towns come small shops with big hearts. Seguin does not have an outlet mall or a giant shopping center but instead we have something better, small local shops owned by wonderful people. Some would call these “Mom and Pop” shops but no matter the name, the love is all the same. For a little background, Small Business Saturday was created and supported by American Express. This holiday was created to bring the holiday season to small local shops and encourage shopping small. When American Express first launched the holiday, it

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Sunday in December. "We do jury the items that are sold so we do like to take a look at what our vendors are selling and make sure that they have the standards of what we like for them to have. Most of the vendors are from I would say within a 50 mile radius of Seguin but we do have some that come from about that distance. We have many many vendors that are repeat vendors but each year, we also have new items," said Roberson. Roberson some of those exclusive handmade items are what help to set the event apart from other crafts shows around the state.

was such a huge success that in 2011, the Senate unanimously passed a resolution in support of the day, and now officials in all 50 states participate. According to American Express, “In 2013, more than

Small towns and areas are coming together to support small business, and downtown Seguin is in with the hype! On Saturday, November 30th downtown will be covered in white and blue “shop small” swag. If you need to get your holiday shopping done or just love to shop, you will not want to miss this!

1,400 individuals and organizations signed up as Neighborhood Champions to rally and support their local communities with events and activities on Small Business Saturday - and that number continues to grow. By 2018, there were more than 7,500 Neighborhood Champions across all 50 states. They're not alone. Beginning in 2011, business associations, nonprofit

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Customers will be handed out swag bags filled with assorted goodies and COUPONS! These swag bags are on a first come, first serve basis from participating retailers so come grab them and shop while you can. Each store loves and values their customers more than you can imagine and it's holidays like this that celebrate both the shops and the customers. Please remember that shopping local and small is not for this day only but can be celebrated every day. Seguin is filled with small “mom and pops” from downtown to the outskirts. So, find your new favorite shops and shop local, shop Seguin!

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Seguin welcomes delivery of fresh Christmas trees TREES, continued from page 1 Maddox says families are invited to come pick from the best selection of trees or just simply stop by to take pictures and enjoy all the festivities that the groups have planned for that day.

and Sundays from noon to 7:30 p.m. The funds raised from the Christmas tree lot go to support the club's annual scholarship program. Plus, they help to support local social service organizations.

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The Christmas Tree Festival will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday at the church located at 1121 E. Walnut St. The Lions tree lot will open on Friday, Nov. 29. Operating hours are Mondays thru Fridays from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.;

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TLU giving thanks for all students As TLU’s Advocacy Coordinator in the Office of SL&L, she now wants to pay forward the compassion shown to her. “Homesickness is real and I felt it,” Flores said. “At a time when I was missing home and feeling the academic pressures of the semester, this event meant a lot to me. You’re greeted with Samira’s big smile and a bunch of students happy to feel at home. There were moments in my undergraduate career when I wanted to give up and leave; but thankfully, I didn’t. I attribute part of that to certain SL&L staff. I know how special these

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"It's just a fun event. If a family hasn't created that tradition in their family -- the kids just love to come through our lot. They are just delighted. They run around saying 'this one mommy, this one daddy' all the time and it's just delightful," said Maddox. "And, if they come during our festival, they'll get to visit with Santa Claus, have cookies, hot chocolate and we are going to have a coloring area where they get to color a Christmas tree and other decorations. But at anytime they come, I can promise you, your kids will have a delightful time in picking out just the right tree for the family."

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students here. Our office has built a closer relationship with the New Braunfels Food Bank and have recently taken students to utilize their services.” Creating a sense of community and understanding these challenges is key for overall student success, López says. This can be done by listening to their concerns and taking the time to know them on a personal level. “We need to continue our work in making the necessary connections for them to persist at our institution,” she said. “They earned their acceptance to TLU and now we need to serve them.”

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Panthers seek return trip to Region IV finals, Friday game vs. Sintontwoto air on KWED interceptions.

(Cuero) - Navarro can book its second straight trip to the 4A Division II Region IV finals and third in the last four seasons Friday with a third-round playoff win over Sinton at Gobbler Stadium in Cuero. The Panthers are 12-0 in head coach Rod Blount's second season after winning the District 13-4A-Division II championship and laying waste to Crystal City 45-0 and Rio Hondo 42-13 in the first two rounds of the playoffs.

Sinton's recent success has come with its ability to win shootouts. The Pirates' defense has allowed 30 or more points in three straight games, and at least 29 in the last four. Navarro's Slot-T attack hopes to continue that trend with an offensive unit boasting weekly averages of 42.3 points and 431.7 total yards (411.2 rushing, 9.3 per carry) per game. Senior fullback Euler Deleon has a resonable shot at a 2,000-yard rushing season. His totals through 12 games include 1,765 yards (10.9 per carry) and 24 touchdowns.

Sinton has recovered from an 0-4 start in Michael Troutman's first season as Deleon's classmate, tailback Johnny head coach to win seven of its Alegria, ran for a career-high 237 yards last eight games. The 7-5 and two touchdowns on just 14 carries in Pirates finished second behind the win over Rio Hondo, lifting his playRockport-Fulton in District off rushing yardage total to 400 and his 15, advanced through the biNavarro looks to hoist another banner this Friday in the third round of the 4A season mark to 963. With 890 yards, jundistrict playoffs 50-30 over ior halfback "MoMo" Sims gives Navarro Port Isabel, and won a 41-34 Division II playoffs against Sinton. Photo by Jacqueline Springs. a chance to have three 1,000 yard rushers shootout with Llano in last on the roster before season's end. Friday's area round. Navarro will focus its defensive efforts on grabs for 323 yards and four touchdowns. Sinton's dynamic sophomore siblings Rene and Rylan Galvan. Navarro counters with a fast, physical defense that has allowed Sinton's defensive leaders include defensive end Trystyn Burnell (14 tackles-for-loss), linebackers Jacoby Lewis (six Rene, the quarterback, has completed 53 percent of his passes for just 15.4 points per game. sacks) and Exander Gamez (101 tackles, 5 fumble recoveries), 1,417 yards, 17 touchdowns, and three interceptions while running for 69 yards and 10 scores. Rylan, the running-back, leads The Panthers have recorded 133 tackles-for-loss, 20 sacks, and and cornerback Melvin Howard (6 Int.). The Pirates have been a ball-hawking bunch, forcing 31 turnovers (21 Int., 10 fumthe Pirates in rushing with 1,379 yards (8.6 per carry) and 19 23 takeaways (10 interceptions, 13 fumbles) this season. bles) on the year. touchdowns. Junior safety Mark Wozniak enters Friday with 136 tackles (11.3 Sinton's top receivers include Daelyn Davis with 20 catches for per game), senior defensive end Brett Butler with 19 tackles-for- Friday's kickoff at Cuero's Gobbler Stadium is set for 7:30 p.m. The game 408 yards and eight touchdowns, and Jackson Allen with 18 loss, and senior linebacker Gabriel Means with four sacks. will air live on KWED 1580-AM and Seguintoday.com, with pre-game Johnny Alegria, Sam Muniga, and Jean "MoMo" Sims each have coverage at 7:00.

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(San Antonio) - The Lifegate Six-Man football team emphatically claimed its second straight TCAL Division I state championship Saturday with a 60-14 dismantling of Houston-Texas Christian at San AntonioCentral Catholic's Bob Benson '66' Stadium. As a program, the Falcons have won three straight championships and four overall counting the 2012 and 2017 titles claimed as TAPPS members before joining TCAL in the 2018 off-season. Each of the past three titles has come under a different head coach, with John Rabon handing the reins to Kenny Coffman after retiring in 2017, and Coffman turning the keys over to John

Seguin boys light up Medina Valley in road win

(Castroville) - The Seguin boys basketball program put up its highest point total in nearly five years Monday in a 92-52 road rout of Medinal Valley.

The last time the Matadors scored that many points was in a 92-66 win over San Marcos on Dec. 9, 2014 at Goldie Harris Gym. Seguin jumped out to a blistering start in Castroville on Monday, netting 27 points in each of the first two quarters to take a 54-25 cushion into halftime. The Mats won the third quarter 17-12

Stout after leading the program to the 2018 TCAL triumph. Rabon served as assistants on the 2019 staff with Stout. Lifegate spread-back Quinten Shellnut punctuated a brilliant junior season with a dominant performance in Saturday's championship game.

Wrinkle did the same on a 10-yard carry. Brewer caught both of Shellnut's touchdown passes and finished with 51 receiving yards on three catches. Blake Pruitt coralled three receptions for 36 yards, and Zach McCulloch hauled in a 40-yard grab.

Shellnut completed 10-13 passing attempts for 178 yards and two touchdowns while gashing the Texas Christian defense on the ground with 179 rushing yards and three scores on 22 carries.

Shellnut also paced the defense with nine tackles, followed by Brewer with seven. Those two and McCulloch each recorded a tackle-for-loss.

Joseph Menchaca added 33 rushing yards and two touchdowns on three carries. David Brewer found the end zone on a three-yard run, and Kyle

Christopher James led four Matadors in double figures with a game-high 24 points. R.J. Acuna added 18, Gerrit Twitero 15, and Jhalen Mickles 10. Tyson Coleman and Cole Taylor chipped in with seven points apiece, while Matthew Doege and Joey Ornelas finished with four each.

Andrade averaged 21.0 points and 8.0 rebounds last week in the home wins over McMurry and Hardin-Simmons.

Seguin (2-1) heads to San Antonio on Wednesday for an 11:30 a.m. contest against the Highlands Owls.

In the 75-69 win over McMurry, Andrade recorded a double-double of 26 points

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LU's Sebastian Andrade named SCAC Men's Basketball Player of the Week (Seguin) - Texas Lutheran junior shooting guard Sebastian Andrade (El Paso/Americas) has been named the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Men's Basketball Player of the Week after leading TLU to a pair of non-conference victories last week.

and the fourth 21-15 to build the final 40-point margin.

Menchaca was credited with four quarterback hurries, McCulloch three. Wrinkle recovered a fumble.

and 10 rebounds. 0In the Bulldogs' second victory of the week, 65-62 over Hardin-Simmons, Andrade added 16 points and six rebounds. Andrade was 13for-14 from the free throw line for the week. Andrade is averaging 22.0 points and 8.0 rebounds through five games of the 201920 season. The Bulldogs improved to 3-2 overall with the two wins last week. The Bulldogs return to action on Dec.4 with a 6 p.m. home game against the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor.

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Religion Christmas Tree Festival The First Presbyterian Church will have its second-annual Christmas Tree Festival from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 in conjunction with the Lion's Club Christmas Tree sales in the church parking lot, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. There will be hot cocoa, cookies, a Christmas picture coloring station, Christmas carol karaoke, and visits and free pictures with Santa. For more information visit https://www.facebook.com/FirstPresSeguin.

Thanksgiving Dinner Thanksgiving Dinner The 2020 Confirmation Class of Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Joseph's Mission Catholic Churches will host its 24th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner for the elderly, homebound, and needy of Seguin from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27 in the Parish Center. To go plates will be available.

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

St. Ann's Circle The St. Annâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Circle will have its monthly meeting at 2 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4 in the Family Center of St. James Church. Crafts will be done with the Buddy Class and refreshments will be served. All members are asked to bring coloring books for children and adults with colored pencils for the Advocacy Center and food/canned goods for the food pantry.

Christmas Market The Immanuel Lutheran Church will have its Christmas Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 at 310 Seguin St. in La Vernia. There will be vendor tables, bake sale, hot chocolate, wassail, turkey legs, fresh soup, nachos, Frito pie, and more. For more information call Darla at 830-688-1810. Proceeds benefit the Immanuel Lutheran New Building Fund.

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. To be sure your religious organization's meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax (830) 379-2238, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED office located at 609 E. Court St., Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.

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Seguin Radio, KWED will have its Holiday Food and Toy Drive from 6:45 to 9 a.m. Friday, Dec. 6 outside the KWED Studios located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. Both nonperishable food items and new unwrapped toys will be collected. Monetary donations will also be collected. Donations are also accepted daily at the radio station from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday.

There will be a dance featuring the Most Wanted Band from 7:30 to 11 p.m. Friday, Nov. 29 at he Silver Center. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. with a $7 admission for members and $9 for non-members. For more information call 830-303-6612.

The Guadalupe Regional Medical Foundation will celebrate Giving Tuesday by giving back to the Guadalupe Regional Medical Center's accredited diabetes program Tuesday, Dec 3. To donate on Giving Tuesday, visit www.grmedfoundation.org.

Thanksgiving Dinner The 2020 Confirmation Class of Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Joseph's Mission Catholic Churches will host its 24th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner for the elderly, homebound, and needy of Seguin from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27 in the Parish Center. To go plates will be available.

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

Seguin Public Library Early Closure The Seguin Public Library will close at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27 and will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29 for Thanksgiving. Regular operating hours will resume Saturday, Nov. 30.

Friends Giving There will be a Friends Giving Annual Event from 5 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 27 at Seguin Youth Services, located at 919 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin. There will be free food with take out available, vendors, photos for the family, basketball for kids, and sounds by DJ Twista. Presented by Distinguished Records. To donate or volunteer call 830-499-4480 or 830-463-1478.

Seguin City Hall Closure The non-emergency offices at Seguin City Hall will be closed Thursday, Nov. 28 and Friday, Nov. 29 in observance of Thanksgiving. Regular office hours will resume Monday, Dec. 2. There will be no garbage, recycling, or brush collection service on Thanksgiving Day and will be delayed by one day. Thursday collections will be picked up Friday, Nov. 29 and Friday collections will be picked up Saturday, Nov. 30.

Christmas Market The Cibolo Grange Hall Farmers & Artisans will have a Christmas Market from 3 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 30 at 413 North Main Street in Cibolo. There will be live music by the Texas Strait Shooters, an open fire pit for roasting marshmallows, vendors, and Santa sleigh photo opportunities. For more information text 210-722-9054.

YuleFest The Seguin Art League will have its YuleFest arts and crafts show, full of original work only from over 75 regional artists, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1 at the Seguin Events Complex. For more information visit www.seguinartsleague.com.

Geronimo VFW Dance There will be a dance featuring Glen Collins & the Alibi from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 1 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $8. The Auxiliary kitchen opens at 2 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829.

Toddler Time The Seguin Public Library will have Toddler Time at 10 a.m. Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For more information call 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov.

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

Blood Drive The Texas Lutheran University will have a Blood Drive from 10:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 and Wednesday, Dec. 4 inside the Chapel of the Abiding Presence. For more information call Cathy Anderson, RN, BSN at 830-372-8068 or email canderson@tlu.edu org.

Volunteers Needed

Gathering's Country Music Show/Dance

The Precious Life Services is recruiting volunteers to help with training classes, fundraising, event planning, and coordinating. To volunteer, call 830-372-5980.

The Gathering's Country Music Show/Dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 3 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N Hwy 123 in Geronimo. The event will feature Mary Dooley and a house band. Adults admission is $10. The VFW Angus burger kitchen will open at 5:30 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829.

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

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

Alcoholics Anonymous

Chamber Luncheon

The Seguin Primary Purpose of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 7 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 315 S. Crockett St. across from St. Andrews Episcopal Church.

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Luncheon beginning at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4 at the Silver Center. Registration price is $14 and closes Monday, Dec. 2.

Kettle Campaign

Jury Cancellation

The 2019 Salvation Army Kettle Campaign will begin Friday, Nov. 29 and will run through Christmas Eve, except on Sundays from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. in front of Walmart and Walgreens. For more information call 830-305-1352.

Jury selection for District Court at 8 a.m. Monday, Dec. 2 in the Guadalupe County Justice Center District Courtroom 203 (2nd Floor), located at 211 W. Court St. in Seguin has been cancelled. There is no need to appear and the jury summons can be disregarded.

Coffee with the Marion Mayor There will be a Coffee with Mayor Contreras of Marion from 8 to 9 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 4 at the Marion State Bank.

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

Cibolo Grange Farmers & Artisans Market The Cibolo Grange Farmers & Artisans Market is held from 3 to 7 p.m. Thursdays at 413 North Main Street in Cibolo. For more information, or to join as a vendor, visit the Cibolo Grange Farmers & Artisans Market Facebook page or call 210-722-9054.

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Holiday Stroll Lighted Parade

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Geronimo Sip N Stroll

The City of Seguin Parks & Recreation Department's Holiday Stroll Lighted Parade will be held at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 5 along Austin St. in downtown Seguin. Following the parade, Mayor Keil will announce the lighting of Central Park, Santa will be available for pictures, and the Seguin High School Band will perform. Entry forms and parade rules are available at www.seguintexas.gov/parksandrecreation.

There will be a dance featuring Lone Star Pickerz from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $8. The Auxiliary kitchen opens at 2 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-3058829.

The 5th Annual Geronimo Sip N Stroll will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13 in Geronimo. There will be free hot cocoa, cider, and goodies. The Geronimo VFW will also have parking and vendor booths indoors. To request a free vendor space, call Melissa Walls at 830-556-0927 or email Melissa@CornerPostRealEstate.com.

Fair Trade Fair Texas Lutheran University will have its Fair Trade Fair from 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 in the Alumni Student Center. For more information visit tlu.edu/fair-trade-fair.

Good Time Polka & Waltz Club Dance

Toys or Tots Fundraiser Dance

The Good Time Polka & Waltz Club Dance will be held from 3 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8 at Eagles Hall, located at 257 E. South St. in New Braunfels. For more information call 210-566-5864 or 210800-3625.

There will be a Toys for Tots fundraiser dance featuring Roadhouse Conjunto Band from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $10 or a childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s gift valued at $10 or more. For information call 830865-8111.

Sip n' Stroll

Sherriff's Mounted Posse Accepting New Members

The City of Seguin Main Street Program will have its Sip n' Stroll from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 6 in downtown Seguin. Santa will be available for photos and there will be live entertainment throughout the evening in Central Park.

The Guadalupe County Sherriff's Mounted Posse (GCSMP) meetings are held at 7:30 p.m. the second Monday of each month at the Sheriff's Posse Arena located at 2215 FM 466 in Seguin. For more information visit the GCSMP Facebook page.

RSVP German Christmas Markets Trip

Blue Santa Applications

The RSVP of South Central Texas is offering a German Christmas Markets trip , Saturday Dec. 7 through Sunday, Dec. 15. The cost is $2,999 for double occupancy and includes escort to and from airport, coach air fair, transportation to markets in Strasbourg, Wurzburg, Nuremberg, Innsbruck and Munich with all 4-start or higher rated hotels in city centers. For more information and to register, call 210-416-9465.

The Seguin Police Department D.A.R.E. Program is currently accepting applications for its Blue Santa toy distribution. Applications are due by Tuesday, Dec. 10 and are available at the Seguin Police Department, Seguin ISD District Office, Guadalupe County Sheriff Office, Seguin Housing Authority, Ball Childhood Center, Jefferson Elementary, Guadalupe County Head Start Program, Rodriguez Elementary, Family Life Center, Seguin Community Council, Centro Esperanza (Redwood Area), and RV Horizons Mobile Home Park. For further information call 830-4012386.

Jingle Bell Run A Jingle Bell Run will be held beginning with registration at 7:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 in Central Park. The fee is $25 and is open to athletes of all levels - walkers, joggers, and runners as well as being stroller and leashed dog friendly.

North Pole Stroll

The City of Seguin Main Street Program will have its North Pole Stroll from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7 in Central Park in downtown Seguin. There will also be a variety of activities for kids, including letters to Santa, ornament decorating, snow, and much more. A variety of vendors will also be in the park.

Holiday Tour of Homes The Seguin Conservation Society will have its 27th Annual Holiday Tour of Homes from 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 7. The tour includes houses from the late 40â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, two refurbished businesses and the S.S. Memorial and Lodge. Tickets are $15 and are available at Gift & Gourmet, Keepers Interiors, the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce, and online at www.thetexas.org. Tickets are $20 at all tour sites. For more information call 830-560-6291.

Jam Session There will be a jam session from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 10 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy 123 in Geronimo. Musicians, singers, and listeners are welcomed. Donations will be accepted for the use of the hall. For more information call 830-3866294.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance There will be a dance featuring Charles and the Fabulous 4 from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $8. The Auxiliary kitchen opens at 2 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-3790506 or 830-305-8829.

Mid-Texas Symphony The Mid-Texas Symphony will present, "Holiday Favorites," at 4 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 15 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. For tickets and further information call 830463-5353 or visit www.mtsymphony.org.

Blood Drive The Guadalupe Regional Medical Center will have a Blood Drive from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Dec. 16 in the Selig Room. All donors will receive a $10 HEB gift card. To schedule an appointment, call Veronica San Miguel at 830-401-7211.

Geronimo VFW Saturday Dance There will be a dance featuring the Good Ole Boys from 7 to 11 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 21 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $10. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829.

NARFE Holiday Luncheon

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The National Active & Retired Federal Employees will have its Holiday Luncheon from 11:15 to 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 13 at the Golden Corral Restaurant, located at 1042 N. IH 35 in New Braunfels. Make reservations by Tuesday, Dec. 10 by calling Alice Pullin at 760-390-4482.

There will be a dance featuring Bimbo from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 22 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $8 The Auxiliary kitchen opens at 2 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-3058829.

Country Christmas

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The Texas Agricultural Education & Heritage Center, the Big Red Barn, will have its Country Christmas from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Dec. 13 and Saturday, Dec. 14 at 390 Cordova Road in Seguin. Admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children under 12. (no debit or credit cards accepted) For a detailed schedule of events, visit www.texagedu.org.

There will be a dance featuring Randy Harrison & the Posse Band from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 29 at the Geronimo VFW, located at 6808 N. Hwy. 123 in Geronimo. Admission is $8. The Auxiliary kitchen opens at 2 p.m. For reservations or more information call 830-379-0506 or 830-305-8829.

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Vital Statistics Diana Reid Diana Reid born Nov. 11, 1960 passed away on Nov. 20, 2019 after a short stay at Hacienda Oaks Nursing Home. A memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, December 5, 2019 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Private interment will be held at later date in Sunset Hills Cemetery in La Pryor, Texas. Diana was born in Crystal City, Texas, went to elementary school in La Pryor, Texas and junior high and high school in Seguin, Texas. She was preceded in death by both her maternal grandparents and her paternal grandparents, her sons Christopher Lee Alonso, age 3 years, and George Joseph Gaytan, age 3 months, her brothers Darren Joe Reid and her father Byrl Reid. She is survived by her mother Laverne Weber and step-father Mark Weber, of Seguin; her brother David Lee Reid and wife Margaret and their children, of Des Moines, Iowa; her son James Wesley Reid and his girlfriend Ashley Taylor, of Seguin; her daughter, Ashlee Dyan Marek and her fiancé Jason Castillo, of Seguin; her grandsons Dylan Thomas Marek, of Seguin, Kenneth Kelly Perdue, of Seguin and one granddaughter Gracelynn Kay Reid, of Odessa; two nephews Zachary Chase Reid and family, Cody Joe Reid; one great-nephew Alec Hall, as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. The Weber and Reid families would like to thank the Hacienda Oaks Rehabilitation Center for their loving and excellent care of Diana during her stay there. Also our very special thanks go to Ashley Taylor for never leaving her side and for making the arrangements for her memorial and for her support for the whole family. Ashley, we can never thank you enough, you have been a God send. 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.

Irene Scholz Hartman Irene Scholz Hartman, age 88 of Seguin, passed away on November 19, 2019. Irene was born on March 23, 1931 in Solms, Texas to Willie and Ida (Krueger) Scholz. She is preceded in death by her infant son Roger Hartman and her parents. Survivors include her loving husband of 70 years, Ernest Hartman, Sr.; son, Ernest Hartman, Jr. and wife Kathryn; daughters, Carol Nored and husband, Len, Diane Wallace and husband Gary, and Amy Hartman; grandchildren, Kimberly Miller and husband Kris, Ernest “Trey” Hartman, III and fiancé Tiffany Burgess, Kristi Martinez and husband Rafe, Chris Nored and wife Celeste, Jason Nored and wife Ashley, Pam Lenz and husband James, Michael Wallace and wife Cory, and Valarie Valvo and husband Tom; great-grandchildren, Kaylee, Isabella, Emma, Claire, Lorenzo, Kyle, Chase, Harper, Emery, Conley, Colton, Wyatt, Kassidy, Konnor, Kylie and making his appearance in March, Walker; numerous other loving family members and many friends. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, December 8, 2019 at 3 p.m. at Christ Lutheran Church of Elm Creek with Rev. Toby Burk officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association, Attn; Center for information, P. O. Box 16477, Arlington, VA., 222159805 or 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.

Robert Owen Robert Owen, age 58 of Seguin, passed away on November 26, 2019. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 29, 2019 from 5-7pm at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, November 30, 2019 at New Life Fellowship Church, 16489 S. State Hwy. 123, Seguin, Texas, 78155. Interment will follow in the Concrete Cemetery in La Vernia, Texas. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall at New Life. Robert was born on May 30, 1961 in Jourdanton, Texas to Carol and Ruth (Phillips) Owen. He will be remembered as the owner and operator of Owen Mechanical Services in Seguin. He proudly served as a Deacon in his church, Lighthouse Christian Fellowship in New Braunfels, Texas. Robert enjoyed scuba diving, fishing, camping, dancing, traveling, wood working, and bird watching. He also bowled at Laubach Social Club. His favorite times were spent among his family and friends. Robert is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Roger Dale Owen, and his sister, Betty Marshall. Survivors include his loving wife Shirley Owen; children, Waylon Bell and wife Cassie, and Wendy Rhea and husband Kevin; grandchildren, Ethan and Kaitlyn Rhea, Perry, Raylee, Sawyer, and Luke Bell; sister, Barbara Jean Barsch; brothers, Richard Owen and wife Trish and Charlie B. Butler; uncle, Ruben "Butch" Owen; mother-in-law, Mary Deharde; sister-in-law, Carol Brzozowski and husband Charlie; brothers-inlaw, Larry Deharde and wife Cara, Gary Deharde and wife Donna, and Tony Deharde and wife Karen; the Bell Family; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends. Serving as pallbearers will be Jeff Coatney, Jeff Beicker, Russell Caddell, Larry Deharde, Gary Deharde, and Tony Deharde. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, San Antonio and South Texas Chapter, 10223 McAllister Freeway, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX 78216. 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.

Pablo Avalos Sepeda Pablo Avalos Sepeda kicked the bucket on Thursday, November 21, 2019 at 12:15 p.m. at the young age of 82, after a short nine week battle with leukemia. He was born to Senobio C. Sepeda and Paublina Avalos-Castillo on January 25, 1937 in Seguin, Texas. He went happy and surrounded by family. Pablo lived and enjoyed life to the fullest. His first passion was singing. He recorded and toured with his band, Los Caballeros de Pablo Sepeda in the 1970s. His favorite pastimes included spending time with his family, watching westerns, going to Home Depot daily, watching football and baseball, GAMBLING, and golf. He founded Los Paisanos Golf Club in Hobbs, NM, and was an active member of the PAGA in Seguin for many years. Dad worked hard all his life, becoming a jack of all trades. He and his brother operated Seguin Roofing until his girls forced him off the ladders just recently! In 1990, he and his wife Irene opened Taco Tejano Mexican restaurant in Seguin. After 28 years in business, he fulfilled his dream of building a new restaurant for his family to continue to honor his legacy in. He is preceded in death by both of his parents; daughter, Diane Sepeda and grandson, Joshua Sepeda. Left to cherish his memory is his wife, Maria Irene Sepeda; his children, Estella Villalobos and husband Amador, Carmen Valles and husband Cirilo, Gilbert Sepeda and wife Magdalena, Hilda Haley and husband Michael, Christina Mora and husband Simon, his favorite child- "so she says", Virginia Sepeda-Herrera and husband Gabriel, Alicia Sepeda and husband John; his only brother and best friend, Domingo A. Cepeda; grandchildren, Christopher V. Sepeda, Crystal Grimaldo, Mia Grimaldo, Ryne Rodriguez, Israel Villalobos, Matthew Villalobos, Amber Villalobos, Adam Brizeno, Jessica Brizeno, Daniel Sepeda, Erica Aguilera, Natalie Sepeda, Gilbert Sepeda Jr, Gabriel Sepeda, Brandon Haley, Bryan Haley, Monica Krumbholz, Simon P. Mora Jr., Amanda Mora, Jordan Palacios, Justin Palacios, Hannah Herrera, Chazity Sepeda, Breanna Reyes, Dylan Eisen-Sepeda; 31 great-grandchildren and 1, great-grandchild on the way as well as numerous extended family and friends. A Celebration of Life will be held on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, the family will receive condolences from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Palmer Mortuary followed by the holy rosary to be recited at 6:30 p.m. All services will conclude in the chapel and the family will fulfill Pablo’s wishes with cremation to follow. Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

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(London) -- Wikileaks founder Julian Assange could die in jail if he doesn't get help, according to a letter signed by more than 60 doctors. Assange has been in a British jail fighting extradition to the U.S. over the Wikileaks publication of classified material back in 2010. He spent years holed up in the Ecuadorian embassy in London before he was forcibly removed in April. The letter addressed to the British home secretary cites how Assange looked at an October hearing and a report this month from a U.N. expert on torture. The letter argues Assange needs "urgent expert medical assessment of both his physical and psychological state of health."

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(Undated) -- Dogs rescued from Chinese meat markets could be bringing African swine fever to the United States. Dogs are often saved from China and brought to the U.S. to be adopted as pets. Sometimes these are dogs that are being kept at meat markets near livestock in China because dogs are considered food animals there. Lisa Becton with the National Pork Board says "unfortunately, at these markets there are a lot of other species, like pigs, chickens and cows. There is a risk that the animal, the crate or the bedding could become contaminated."

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WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 27, 2019 Guadalupe Regional Medical Center is dedicated to the health and wellness of its neighbors in the community. Take advantage of our medical expertise. Attend one of our Community Education Classes and learn more so you can live the most active and healthy life possible.

Cancer Connections Support Group 6:30pm GRMC’s Reverend Nell Ferrell Linebarger Chapel For more information, call 830.379.2411

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Diabetes 101: Our Diabetes 101 class is a series of five educational sessions to teach you how to manage diabetes taught by our certified diabetes educator. The Diabetes 101 classes include a one-on-one visit to get a plan of care designed specifically for you, a binder with diabetes educational handouts, access to free monthly diabetes support group meetings, and an additional year of access to our diabetes educator for guidance and support along the journey to good health. If you have any questions or would like to sign up, please call 830.484.4237. Gestational Diabetes: Our Gestational Diabetes one-on-one class teaches you how to manage diabetes while pregnant, taught by our certified diabetes educator. The Gestational Diabetes class includes access to free monthly diabetes support group meetings, a binder with diabetes educational handouts and an additional year of access to our diabetes educator for guidance and support along the journey to good health. If you have any questions or would like to sign up, please call 830.484.4237.

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NEED EXPERIENCED SERVICE TECH: For working on Manufactured Homes. Must have tools, Great Benefits and 401K. Call 830-372-4777 ask for TERRI.

WINDSOR NURSING AND REHAB OF SEGUIN: Accepting applications for: Maintenance Assistant fulltime, apply online at Regencyhealthcare.com PAT BAKER CO. NOW HIRING! Apply at Kingsbury office 10321 E. Hwy. 90. Class A CDL Driver $18 - $20 D.O.E. With additional $6 per hour for derailment time. 100% paid insurance for employee.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH is seeking a part-time nursery worker. If interested come by 1314 East Cedar Street, for an application.

FOR SALE HOTEL FURNITURE CLOSING! EVERYTHING HALF PRICE: Come see us at 606 Zorn Street, Seguin. Hours: Monday through Saturday 10am-6pm.

We are still taking applications for C.N.A.classes. We will be starting classes every few weeks!

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT:

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SERVICES

FOR RENT dryer. Asking $850 month/$850 deposit, call 830-743-3504,

UNIVERSAL PROVIDER SERVICES: Now HIRING Providers - Does your loved one need care at home? Call 210-670-7577 or 210-823-1051.

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GLORIA'S CHILD CARE: 2217 Sherman Street. Call for more information 830-379-5412.

406 FRYE LANE, SEGUIN: 2 bedroom/1 bath, washer and

Business Connection Hendrick’s Driving School NEXT CLASS: 10/28/19

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