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Luminarias light the way this holiday season

Seguin Conservation Society holds luminaria, raffle fundraiser By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

kind of realized that we couldn’t have our Tour of Homes this year due to the COVID situation and we were brainstorming with ideas and we kind of thought, at the time, for people to be out during the holidays and look at the decorations and see what is going on and we thought this was a good way to showcase Seguin’s history by having luminarias in front of our properties and kind of honor and remember and celebrate those who are important to us and to our community,” said Tschoepe.

(Seguin) -- The Seguin Conversation Society is giving you an opportunity to support its final and only fundraisers of 2020. Steve Tschoepe, of the Seguin Conservation Society, says this week is the final week to purchase your tickets for the group’s holiday raffle. He says many great items have been pulled together to create three Seguin gift baskets. “We have three fantastic baskets that have been put together by our board members who have bought and sought out donations and they are all Seguin products. We have pecans. We have gift certificates. We have t-shirts. We have glasses. We have mugs. We have Seguin coffee. We have a variety of things in these baskets and they are all three very interesting,” said Tschoepe. Tickets for the raffle are $2 each or six for $10. In addition to its raffle, Tschoepe says several luminarias are also available for purchase. He says the luminarias all month long have been lighting up Seguin Conservation Society properties around town. “The luminaria project started out after we

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He says the luminarias will continue to be turned on every weekend in December. He says the properties make a great place to visit this holiday season. “It’s just something different and we expect it now to become a tradition. We’ve had great feedback on the luminarias and we have them in front of our First Church, across the front of our Log Cabin, in front of the Doll House. Of course with the Texas Theatre, inside the theatre, we have kind of a Christmas tree luminaria and then we have our traditional Christmas tree in another window but we just want people to come by and see our beautiful landmarks and maybe take a picture in front of them too,” said Tschoepe. See LUMINARIAS page 3

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Guadalupe County gives update on COVID-19 case numbers, potential arrival for vaccine By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

will be the medical providers that signed up to distribute that. Those will be the folks that will get that first,” said Pinder.

(Seguin) -- Guadalupe County continues to keep a close on the rising COVID-19 cases in the area. Patrick Pinder, the Guadalupe County emergency management coordinator assigned to the county’s COVID-19 response, shared the latest numbers during Tuesday’s meeting of the Guadalupe County Commissioners Court. “We have 202 confirmed active cases in the county; 126 probable active cases in the county; 750 probable recovered cases in the county. We have 4, 714 people who have recovered. We have 47 deaths reported in Guadalupe County. We have 5,839 cases total reported in the county and we have 110 to be determined. GRMC notified me this morning (Tuesday) that they have 24 patients in the hospital. Last week, on Thursday, they had 18. (Monday), they had 28. Today, (Tuesday), they are at 24 so you can see that the number has kind of gone up and it’s going down a little bit. Their seven day average is 23 as of this morning (Tuesday) and they are still admitting four people in the hospital daily,” said Pinder. In sharing the latest numbers, Pinder was also able to better explain some of the categories that are used by the Texas Department of State Health Services in its reporting. “I just kind of want to go over real quick with the probable and confirmed active, I know there has been some questions so on the probable active, those are people who have been tested with a rapid test. I got confirmation on that. The state doesn’t see them as the PCR test, basically the nasal swab. So the nasal swab tests are in the confirmed active case. The rapid test are in the probable active case. That’s the difference in the two,” said Pinder. When asked about the arrival and distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine in the county, Pinder helped outline the projection for the vaccine’s arrival. He says the information is based on his recent discussion with Robert Haynes, the

While the county awaits the vaccine, Guadalupe County Judge Kyle Kutscher assures the local business community of his commitment to keep doors open as long as they are allowed.

chief executive officer for Guadalupe Regional Medical Center. “When Mr. (Robert) Haynes talked to us last week, the hospital whenever allocation comes to Guadalupe county, the hospital has already signed up for their allocation so whenever vaccines do make it to this area, those providers who have signed up for that will get the initial push. Those are probably going to go to the medical providers, the hospitals, first responders, nursing homes. Those will be your primary people who get those first and then whenever they get some more vaccines in, those will then be pushed out to the second and third waves,” said Pinder. Ultimately, however, Pinder says the number of vaccines to be received here in Guadalupe County will be based off its current number of positive cases. “It’s going to be dependent on the cases. So, San Antonio obviously got their first packages in yesterday (Monday). I think they were delivered 19,000 vaccines yesterday (Monday). They are supposed to get an additional delivery today (Tuesday). I think up to 220,000 vaccines were supposed to be delivered in the state of Texas. I think that’s all Texas is getting in this first wave. So, we probably won’t see anymore coming in for the next week or two. Guadalupe County probably won’t see any until the January or February timeframe and when we do get those, those

“I have another mayor’s call at the end of this week. Some of the conversations that are going on and questions from the chamber of commerce and the business community is, is there going to be another reduction in occupancy and allowance? In Governor Abbott’s (executive) order GA32, it talks about referencing 15 percent of total hospital capacity being dedicated to COVID as being the triggering point where in these trauma service areas which were included in San Antonio with about 18 or 20 other counties, if hospital capacity is over 15 percent dedicated to COVID, then supposed to reduce occupancy within restaurants down to 50 percent and all that stuff. All those conversations are being had out in the public because they are concerned about it. I just want to reassure the public that we are going to do everything we possibly can with the mayors and municipalities, the hospital, the county to support businesses and not try to limit their occupancy but we are just going to have to continue to communicate with them and work with them so we can be safe as possible -- still finding a balance and letting them operate,” said Kutscher. Although, Guadalupe County is reporting 47 deaths, a total of 87 deaths is what is currently being reported on the DSHS website. The discrepancy between these two numbers is said to be the result of a lag in reporting by the state. Meanwhile, county officials continue to encourage residents to wear a mask when they go out, to practice social distancing whenever they can, and to wash their hands frequently.

Blue Santa Pick-Up Day has arrived

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By Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- Blue Santa is ready to unpack his gift bag. Today and Thursday marks distribution day for the Seguin Police Department’s Blue Santa Program. Hope Vasquez, Blue Santa’s top elf, says after weeks of collecting and wrapping, Blue Santa is finally ready to aid families in need this holiday season. She says because of the pandemic, things will be a bit different. “We are going to have a curbside service. No need to get off of your vehicle. There will be parking spaces in the parking lot to accommodate at least 10 cars at a time. They just need to be ready and have their trunk open, have their little blue slip with them and have their driver’s license so they can claim and confirm that they are getting the correct bag. So, it will be fast for us to expedite the gifts to their vehicle. Again, they don’t need to get off. They just park and we’ll be keeping our eyes open when those cars arrive and we just have runners (to the vehicles).” Vasquez says she is also looking for a few high school or Texas Lutheran University students willing to serve as runners and help deliver the gifts to the vehicles. All they have to do is show up between the distribution times of noon and 7:30 pm.

Hope Vasquez, Blue Santa’s top elf, sorts out gifts for local children this holiday season. After working The gifts can be picked up outside of this year’s Blue Santa workshop located in the overtime in getting gifts wrapped, Blue Santa is set old Beall’s Department Store near Burke’s in Crossroads Mall. The mall is located at 1500 E. Court St. to deliver those gifts today and Thursday.

Final week to purchase luminarias, raffle tickets

LUMINARIAS continued from page 1 Tschoepe says proceeds from the fundraisers go back to support the conversation and its historic properties.

“We always appreciate the community’s support. These really are the first fundraisers that we’ve had in 2020. We did not have a birthday party. Like at the Texas, we did not have a parade viewing. We didn’t have any events at the Texas pretty much all year. We ended up doing a few things but they were minimal attendance and we didn’t have our Mother, Daughter Tea. Other than, our membership contributing some funds, via the mail, we are struggling but surviving,” said Tschoepe.

“They are just $10 each and they can still do one. They will be lit this week and after Christmas,” said Tschoepe. “You can contact me personally at my cell phone 830-401-1971 or you can write them down and send a check to the Seguin Conservation Society P.O. 245 Seguin, Texas.” Tschoepe says support from the community is needed more than ever and encourages folks to get their raffle tickets or luminarias as soon as possible.

Edith Lange, Janet Wolber and Carol Durben show off one of the three Seguin gift baskets and cutting boards being given away during the Seguin Conservation Society holiday raffle.

Again, raffle tickets can be purchased from any conservation society member, at Gift & Gourmet or by calling Tschoepe at 830-401-1971. Tickets will be sold until noon Friday. The drawing will be held later in the day via Facebook Live.

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Know the Foe, Week 17 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Catching up with the opponents on Seguin, Navarro, and Marionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2020 football schedules Seguin (7-3 overall, 6-1 Dist. 12-5A-DI, eliminated by PflugervilleHendrickson 74-70, 5A-DI bi-district playoffs.) *District teams *Harlandale (2-5, 2-5)

Cedar Creek (2-7, 2-5)

The Indians finished the season with a 40-6 win over rival McCollum on the final night of district play.

The Eagles finished the regular season with a 49-7 loss to Brenham on Nov. 20 and missed the playoffs in their district.

*McCollum (0-7, 0-7)

New Braunfels (5-4, 3-4)

The Cowboys were unable to find the win column in their final regular season game, a 40-6 loss to rival Harlandale.

The Unicorns concluded the season with a forfeit win due to COVID-19 over South San last week, but fell short of a playoff berth in District 27-6A.

*Buda-Johnson (6-4, 4-3)

Kerrville-Tivy (2-7, 2-3)

The Jaguars dropped their regular season finale to New Braunfels-Canyon 44-10. They logged the fourth best district record in terms of wins and losses, but due to the point system that gives more weight to on-field results than forfeits, missed the playoffs as Veterans Memorial claimed the fourth and final seeed.

The Antlers fell to Alamo Heights 17-9 in their final regular season game and missed out on a playoff berth in District 15-5A-Division II.

*San Antonio-Veterans Memorial (5-6, 3-4) The Patriots dropped out of the 5A Division I playoffs with a 72-20 bi-district loss to Cedar Park last week.

*New Braunfels-Canyon (10-1, 6-1)

*Kyle-Lehman (3-7, 1-6)

The Lobos lost their final game of the season 49-7 to Veterans Memorial last Friday.

The Cougars edged Pflugerville 20-17 in the 5A Division I bi-district playoffs last week and will face Paetow this Thursday in the area round.

*Dripping Springs (9-3, 6-1)

The Tigers survived the bi-district playoffs with a 49-42 road win at Georgetown last Saturday and meet the No. 5 ranked 5A Division I team in the state, Manvel, this Friday in the area round.

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Know the Foe, Week 17 – Catching up with the opponents on Seguin, Navarro, and Marion’s 2020 football schedules Navarro (11-3 overall, eliminated by Wimberley 35-14 in 4A Division II Region IV finals) *District teams La Vernia (7-4, 3-1) – The Bears’ season ended in a 4A Division I bi-district playoff loss to Canyon Lake, 48-27 five weeks ago. Needville (7-5, 4-1) – The Bluejays dropped out of the 4A Division I playoffs with a 70-56 area-round loss to Lindale four weeks ago. Cuero (5-6, 3-2) – The Gobblers fell to Navarro 31-28 in the 4A Division II bi-district playoffs at Karnes City four weeks ago. Giddings (8-4, 4-1) – The Buffaloes came up short to Sinton 28-11 in the 4A Division II area playoffs four weeks ago. *Manor-New Tech (2-5, 2-3) – The Titans’ season ended in a 48-0 loss to Giddings in the bi-district playoffs five weeks ago. *Austin-Eastside Memorial (1-5, 1-4) – The Panthers from Austin received a forfeit win over New Tech in the final game of the regular season, and did not qualify for the playoffs. *Austin Achieve (1-5, 1-3) – The Polar Bears’ season ended with a 72-7 loss to Navasota in the bi-district playoffs five weeks ago. *Wimberley (12-4, 3-1) – The Texans eliminated Navarro 35-14 in the 4A Division II Region IV finals two weeks ago, but fell to Carthage 38-7 in the state semifinals last week. *San Antonio YMLA (1-2, 1-2) – YMLA forfeited its final regular season game to Navarro in Week 11 due to COVID-19 and did not qualify for the playoffs.

Marion (5-6 overall, 3-3 Dist.14-3A-DI, season ended Week 12 in 49-14 bi-district playoff loss to Llano) *District teams Karnes City (4-6, 3-3) – The Badgers edged Stockdale 28-27 in the final game of the regular season in Week 11, but did not qualify for the playoffs.

Goliad (0-9, 0-6) – Just two years after a 10-3 season and three-round playoff run, the Tigers finish 2020 winless at 0-9, and have gone a combined 1-18 over the past two seasons. Goliad dropped its final game to Vanderbilt-Industrial 55-14 in Week 11. Comfort (7-4, 1-3) – The Bobcats dropped out of the 3A Division I playoffs with a 56-32 bi-district loss to Jourdanton in Week 12. Hondo (10-2, 5-0) – The Owls dropped out of the 4A Division II playoffs with a 54-14 loss to Wimberley in the area round four weeks ago. *Jourdanton (11-2, 6-0) – The Indians suffered a season-ending 31-17 loss to Llano in the area round of the 3A Division I playoffs in Week 13. *Lytle (5-5, 3-3) – The Pirates finished fifth in District 14-3A-Division I and did not qualify for the playoffs. *Cotulla (0-6, 0-6) – The Cowboys did not qualify for the UIL playoffs. *Poteet (8-3, 5-1) – The Aggies’ season ended in a 35-20 bi-district playoff loss to Blanco in Week 12. *Randolph (6-5, 3-3) – The Ro-Hawks were eliminated from the playoffs in a 26-16 bi-district loss to Lago Vista five weeks ago. *San Antonio-Cole (1-6, 1-5) – The Cougars did not qualify for the UIL playoffs. Llano (13-0) - The team that eliminated Marion in the bi-district playoffs and went on to win the Region IV championship suffered a season-ending 53-28 loss to Hallettsville last week in the 3A Division I state semifinals.

Friday Schedule

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New Braunfels-Canyon

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New Braunfels-Canyon

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Saturday Schedule Navarro girls basketball vs. Hondo, 10 a.m.

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Marion girls basketball

Randolph

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Marion girls basketball

Canyon Lake

6:45 p.m.

Marion boys basketball

Canyon Lake

7:30 p.m.

Marion boys basketball vs. La Vernia, 12:30 p.m.

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Beicker Doris Lee Junker Beicker, age 90 of Seguin, passed away on December 3, 2020. Survivors include sons, Donny Beicker and wife Cathy and Davy Beicker and wife Phyllis; daughter-in-law, Mary Beicker; 11 grandchildren, Shelly Park, Cathy Fontenot (David), April Rodriquez (Raul), Jeffrey Park (Dawn), Kari Egg (Jeremy), Krista Rauschuber (Ryan), Brent Beicker (Katie), Clint Beicker (Amy), Bryan Beicker, Lacey Beicker and Robert Russell; great-grandchildren, Keara Park, Gage, Nicky and Cameron Fontenot, Gracie and Scarlett Park, Peyton Lark, Cory Hallman, Conley and Cole Savage, Tyler, Travis and Olivia Egg, Brinley and Brylen Beicker, Bliss, Bowen and Brooke Beicker, Ally and Blake Rauschuber, Lia Beicker; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends. Doris is preceded in death by her husband of nearly 65 years Leroy Beicker, her daughter, Sandi Beicker McGriff and her husband Tom, her son, Jim Beicker, her parents Fred and Ella Junker from Cuero, her sister, Darleen Cornett and her husband Arlen, her mother-in-law and fatherin-law, Wanda and Hugo Beicker, her sister-in-law and brother-in-law Thusnelda Beicker Weniger and Frank Weniger. Doris was born on April 10, 1930 in Cuero, Texas to Ella and Fred Junker. As an infant, Doris was received as a Child of God through Holy Baptism at Zion Lutheran Church in Arnickeville, Texas and confirmed April 18, 1943 at St. Mark’s Lutheran Church in Cuero. She grew up in Cuero, met Leroy at Draughons Business College in San Antonio, she and Leroy married August 1, 1948 at St. Marks in Cuero. They made their home in Seguin and were members of Emanuel’s Lutheran Church for 57 years before transferring to Faith Lutheran Church in 2005. The couple had four children: Sandra Dell, James Leroy, Donald Wayne and David Lee. Doris taught Sunday School at Emanuel’s for 15 years and was Den Mother to Cub Scout Pack 107. She has been a member of Ladies Aid, Altar Guild, Property Stewards and Quilting Group at Emanuel’s, Seguin Fire Department Auxiliary, Nogales Garden Club, and a member of various committees, Circles and Clusters at Faith Lutheran. She has been an avid quilter and gardener for many years. She was secretary to the principals at Seguin High School for 27 years, and 5 more years in the Athletic Office of Seguin High School. She enjoyed taking her children to their various activities; Girl Scouts, piano lessons, Cub Scouts, summer baseball games and many other sport activities. A memorial service celebrating Doris’s life is planned for Saturday, December 19, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. at Faith Lutheran Church with Pastor Rusty Bailey and Pastor Jeremy Roy officiating. For those who desire, you may view the services via livestream at www.facebook. com/FaithLutheranChurchSeguinTx. Private interment will take place at a later date. All CDC protocols must be followed including social distancing and face coverings worn. Doris enjoyed life to the fullest and will be missed by all who knew and loved her. Memorial contributions may be made to: Faith Lutheran Church, 1326

E. Cedar St., Seguin, Texas, 78155, Seguin Sports Boosters, c/o Cathy Beicker, 333 Beicker Road, Seguin, Texas 78155, Salvation Army, PO Box 105, Seguin, Texas 78156 or to the American Heart Association, PO Box 841125, Dallas Texas, 75284-1125. 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.

McKinny Charles Thomas “Tommy” McKinny, age 77 of Seguin, joined his Lord and Savior and his angel Tammy on December 7, 2020.

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from Harlandale High School. She was known for her lovely soprano voice and her leading roles in drama. These interests continued in college at Southwest Texas State Teacher’s College (now Texas State University), where she was honored as a Gaillardian. Following graduation, her first teaching assignment was in Donna, Texas, at the tender age of 19. There she met Coach Woodrow Isham, who became her husband in 1947. She continued teaching until the birth of their only daughter, Susannah Lee Isham Willms. Glenna was a stay at home mom until Susannah started school, at which time she returned to teaching. The family moved from the Rio Grande Valley to Seguin in 1966, when Woody became principal of Ball Jr. High School, and Glenna became a Seguin High School corrective reading teacher.

Tommy was born on May 3, 1943 in Seguin, Texas to Ruby Olivia (Caddell) and Durward McKinny.

During the course of her career there, she became widely known as an innovator for her development and implementation of a curriculum for college bound students.

Tommy held numerous jobs, but the one he loved most was that of Cowboy!

Family vacations and travel were always an important part of her life, and she particularly enjoyed trips with her three sisters, and driving out west with her husband, Woody.

He proudly served his country in the United States Army. Tommy is preceded in death by his daughter, Tammy McKinny and his parents. Survivors include his loving wife of 55 years Barbara McKinny; brother, W. A. McKinny and wife Lana; sister, Fay McKinny and husband, Fred; sisters-in-law, Brenda Herbold and husband Henry, Shirley Herbold and husband Jimmie, Mary Beth Gonzales and husband David, and Dawn Caddell and husband Ray; brothers-in-law, Randy Odom and wife Ann, Teddy Olsovsky and wife Gay Lynn, Patrick Olsovsky and Clarence Olsovsky; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many, many friends.

Glenna and Woody celebrated nearly sixty-four years of marriage before his death in 2011. After Woody’s death, she moved to assisted living and later Memory Care in New Braunfels. A faithful singer and soloist in church choirs for many years, she retained her beautiful soprano singing voice until near the end.

A walk through line visitation will be held on Friday, December 11, 2020 from 5:00 -7:00 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary.

She is survived by her daughter, Susannah Isham Willms and son-in-law James M. Willms, her grandsons James Z. Willms and Phillip G. Willms, her sister Kathleen Brantley Jones, and a host of nieces and nephews who loved her dearly.

Graveside services and interment with military honors will be held on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at 3 p.m. at Dugger Cemetery with the Rev. Jeremy Roy officiating.

Special thanks go to Gloria Castellon, her faithful caregiver for nine years, the staff at Memory Care New Braunfels, and the wonderful team at Freedom Hospice.

All CDC protocols must be followed including social distancing and face coverings worn at all locations.

A memorial service is pending at a future date.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Tammy McKinny Memorial Scholarship Fund, 1377 Still Meadow Road, Seguin, Texas, 78155. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

Isham

Glenna Ruth Brantley Isham, of New Braunfels, formerly of Seguin, died December 9, 2020, at the age of 95 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. Born in Luling, Texas, February 5, 1925, she was the fourth of six children of Vera Spellman Brantley Abbey and Roy Brantley. Her formative years were spent in small towns in Central Texas, before moving to San Antonio, where she graduated

Memorial gifts can be made to First United Methodist Church in Seguin or a musical charity of your 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.

Robles

Lorenzo (Yachee) Robles, age 84 of Seguin, passed away on November 16th 2020. We would like to let family and friends know that there will be a rosary held at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church on December 19th at 9:00am with a mass to follow at 9:30am, and a burial to follow at Our Lady of Guadalupe Cemetery. Contact Our Lady of Guadalupe Church for any additional information.

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DeLong Major Marvin Lee DeLong, USAF (Ret.), age 87 of Seguin, Texas passed away on December 9, 2020. Marvin was born on July 31, 1933 in Akron, Missouri to Leda Mabel (McVay) and Samuel Dwight DeLong. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force, retiring after 20 years. arvin started working on cars at a very M early age and continued this throughout his lifetime. In his military career, he served as a helicopter pilot, performing numerous life-saving rescue missions in Alaska and then was stationed in Washington D. C. in the 1st Helicopter Squadron. His last assignment was serving as an advisor to a South Vietnamese helicopter squadron during the last year of the Vietnam Conflict. After retiring from the Air Force, he went back to college and completed his bachelor’s degree in Industrial Arts Education at Northeast Missouri State University. He so enjoyed playing with great-granddaughters “Lulubell” and “Rosie,” and one of his favorite things to do was giving everyone a nickname! Marvin is preceded in death by his parents, his adopted mom, Ethel Willis; his brother, Robert DeLong and wife Bonnie; sister, Shirley Hickey; sisters-in-law, Loydene Nading and husband, David and Marian Waldron. Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years; son, Cary Lee DeLong and wife Tonya; daughter, Pam Platz and husband Jim; grandchildren, Andrew Platz and wife Brandi, Bryan Platz, Meaghan DeLong, Michael DeLong and wife Christina, and McKenna DeLong; great-grandchildren, Annabell Leigh “Lulubell” Platz and Emelia Rose “Rosie” Platz; brother-in-law, Larry Hickey; and numerous nieces, nephews, and other loving family members and friends. He and his wife Loretta were members of Cross Church in Seguin, Texas. A memorial service is being planned for a later date in 2021. Memorial contributions can be made to Cross Church, 814 N. Bauer, Seguin, Texas, 78155. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com

Sasser Charlie Wayne Sasser, age 77 of Seguin, passed away on December 13, 2020 after a short illness. Charlie was born on January 16, 1943 in Gilbert, Louisiana the son of Rebecca Estelle (Kenny) and James Franklin Sasser. He grew up in northern Louisiana, graduating from Tioga High School in Ball, in 1960.

After graduation, Charlie attended Northwestern State College in Natchitoches.

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Upon earning his Bachelors of Science Degree, he embarked on a teaching career that lasted 38 years, most notably being remembered for teaching high school algebra. Charlie had a lifelong passion for horses which started not long after he learned to walk. At six years of age, his mother made him a burlap cotton picking sack and he picked cotton in the field alongside his father to earn fifteen dollars to buy his first horse, a bay mare. From that first little bay mare, Charlie began a career in horses that lasted his entire life. This love of horses led him first into training and showing cutters. After visiting Mott Headley’s paint horse operation, Charlie got hooked on “colored” horses which lead to a very active involvement with the American Paint Horse Association and the Pinto Horse Association of America. He showed numerous horses in both associations, earning titles all the way up to World Champion. Since 1977, Charlie has been an APHA Lifetime Member. He also, carried judges’ cards in several breed associations. His service as a judge in APHA, for 40 years, earned him the APHA Judge Emeritus Award in 2018. With 30 years as a judge in PtHA, he was a 2016 inductee into the Pinto Heritage Foundation as a professional horseman. Shortly after becoming an APHA judge, Charlie was elected as a Texas State Director and was serving in this role at the time of his passing. Charlie is preceded in death by his parents, his siblings and his father-in-law, Calvin Lange. Survivors include his loving wife of 31 years, Cathy Ann Sasser; son, Cody Wayne Sasser; daughter, Sabrina Lynne Sasser Coy and husband Gabriel, and bonus daughter, Kimberly Dawn Henderson Goble and husband Michael; grandchildren, Aaron Matthew Coy and partner Lucricia, Savannah Nicole Coy, Teagan Alan Goble; great-grandchild, Arilynn Amora Coy; sister, Diann Sasser; beloved mother-in-law, Edith Lange; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends. A walk-through line visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 17, 2020 at 12 noon at the Country Church in Marion with Pastor Butch Ikels officiating. Interment will follow in the Boecker Cemetery, Seguin, Texas. All CDC Protocols must be followed including limited seating, social distancing and face coverings worn at all locations. Serving as pallbearers will be Teagan Alan Goble, Michael Goble, Glenn Faulk, Bo Pruitt, Gabriel Coy, Cody Wayne Sasser, Bill Henderson and Jeremy Price. Serving as honorary pallbearers will be Mark Irwin, Ernest Goebel and Rick McLain. For those who desire services may be livestreamed at: h t t p s : / / w w w. f a c e b o o k . c o m / T h e - C o u n t r y - C h u r c h Memorials-107124511274765 In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the South Texas Paint Horse Club.

Please note on your check “youth fund.” These designated funds will be used for “Free Youth Entry Fees” at a “Tribute to Charlie Sasser” Margarita Classic Paint Horse Show. Mail checks to Sally Griffin, P. O. Box 610, Tomball, Texas,77377 or contributions may be made to the Country Church, P. O. Box 421, Marion, Texas, 78124. 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, 830-5495912.

Crayton

Edna Crayton, age 87 of Seguin, passed away on December 12, 2020. Edna was born on September 23, 1933 in Guadalupe County, Texas, to Hiram Wilson and Addie Webster Ford. She will be remembered as a longtime employee of the Seguin Independent School District where she loved interacting with all the children. She was a member of the Greater Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church in Seguin. She enjoyed cooking for all her family and friends to enjoy. Her most special times were spent loving on her family, especially her grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her loving husband, Eugene Crayton, her daughter, Linda Mitchell, her parents and several siblings. Survivors include her son, Roscoe Stigars, Jr. and wife Martha; grandsons, Michael Mitchell, Mark Mitchell, Joe Mitchell, Richard Stigars and Quinlan Stigars; granddaughters, Donna Marshall and Ashley Lee; great-grandchildren, Jeremy Marshall and wife Melissa, Priscilla McKnight and Krystal McKnight; Ten greatgrandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and friends. Graveside services and interment will be held on Saturday, December 19, 2020 at 11 a.m. at Garden of Memories Cemetery in Seguin with Rev. Ray Marchall officiating. All CDC protocols must be followed including social distancing, limited seating and face coverings worn. Memorial contributions may be made 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.

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City Event and Reservation Cancellations

As a result of rising COVID-19 cases in Seguin and Guadalupe County, the City of Seguin has cancelled all events held on City property, effective Wednesday, Dec. 16 and will extend through Feb. 1, 2021. This includes bookings at the Seguin Events Complex and the Fairground facilities. Customers will receive full refunds for all facility bookings impacted by this public health emergency.

Preschool Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will host Preschool Storytime at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 16 on the outdoor deck. Space is limited to help maintain social distance. Registration is required for this in-person program by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Origami Online

The Seguin Public Library will teach you how to make Origami Star Garland with an online tutorial on Wednesday, Dec. 16. Learn the art of paper folding with this step by step tutorial. This virtual tutorial can be found on our website and social media platforms. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

LWV-CA Racing Racism Presentation

The League of Women Voters of the Comal Area (LWV-CA) will host “Racing Racism,” a presentation by the President of the New Braunfels MLK Association, Inc., Bishop Michael Franklin, at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 16 via Zoom (ID: 899 8656 3219 password: 270440). The event will also be available of the LWVCA Facebook page and YouTube channel. For more information visit lwvcomal.org.

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invites you to join us as we take you on a virtual tour of Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin on Thursday, Dec. 17 as part of its See Seguin Series. This virtual tour can be found on our website and social media platforms. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Cibolo Grange Hall Farmers Market

The Cibolo Grange Hall Farmers Market will have its last market for 2020 from 3 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17 at 413 North Main Street in Cibolo. There will be a photographer with Santa photos and an open firepit to roast hot dogs and smores. For more information, or to join as a vendor, visit the Cibolo Grange Farmers Market Facebook page or text 210-722-9054.

Free Flu Shot Clinic

There will be free flue shots administered by Schertz EMS paramedics from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 17 at the Seguin ISD Central Office, located at 1221 E. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. Shots are free will and be available for ages six months and up.

Mobile COVID-19 Test Collection

There will be a Mobile Test Collection from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday, Dec. 18 at Cibolo City Hall, located at 200 S. Main St. in Cibolo. No symptoms needed for testing. The site is operated as a drive thru, on a first come first serve basis with no pre-registration needed.

Seguin Conservation Society Basket Raffle

The Seguin Conservation Society will have a raffle of three different gift baskets highlighting Seguin items. The themed baskets are called Ring-a-Ling, Stars are Bright and Let it Snow. Included are gift cards and a variety of items highlighting the local community. Raffle tickets are $2 each or 6 for $10 and are available from any SCS board member or by calling 830-3726168. The drawing will be held on Friday, Dec. 18.

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2020 RTV500 Raffle

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce is selling raffle tickets for a 2020 RTV500. Tickets are $30 each, 2 for $50, or 5 for $100 and are available at the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce. Only 1,500 tickets will be sold. Tax and title will be paid by the winner. The drawing will be held Friday, Dec. 18. For more information call 830-379-6382.

Gingerbread Decorating Contest

The Seguin Public Library will host a virtual Gingerbread Decorating Contest for all ages this Dec. Tell us your favorite story using only frosting, graham crackers and candy. We want to see your best graham cracker interpretation of a favorite read. Email submissions through Saturday, Dec. 19 to library@ seguintexas.gov. The winner will be announced Tuesday, Dec. 22 and will receive a $10 Amazon gift card. For a full listing of rules and instructions, call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov.

Big Red Barn Market Days

The Big Red Barn will have one more Market Day for this calendar year from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, December 19 at the corner of 123 Bypass and Cordova Road in Seguin. There will be unique and beautiful gifts from the participating artisans, as well as home baked and canned goods. Santa Claus has left a small gift for young children, and his mailbox so they can write him a letter when they visit. Market Days will resume March 2021. To join as a vendor or for more information visit www.texagedu.org, or call/text 830-379-0933.

Short Storytime Break

The Seguin Public Library will take a short Storytime break during the Holidays and will resume at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 12 and Wednesday, Jan. 13. Upcoming in-person storytimes will require registration or visiting library.seguintexas.gov or by calling 830401-2422 for additional information.

To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax 379-2238, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.

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Community Tai Chi

The Seguin Public Library will offer its Community Tai Chi with Barry A. Jackson from the GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit at 10:15 a.m. on Saturday, Dec. 19 in the Community Meeting Room. Space is limited and registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov.

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be found on the Library website and social media Seguin Chamber Centennial platforms. Craft kits are for adults only, while supplies Celebration last. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas. The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have gov for additional information. its Centennial Celebration, “History Has Its Eyes On You,” from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 12 Rockin’ Noon Year’s Eve via Zoom. The virtual Annual Meeting and Chamber The Seguin Public Library will have a Rockin’ Centennial will feature Chet Garner, the host of the Noon Year’s Eve Live on its Facebook and YouTube PBS Texas travel show, The Day Tripper. To register Channels at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 31st as they for the Zoom webinar link call 830-379-6382 or email countdown to noon on New Year’s Eve. They will morgan@seguinchamber.com. announce their favorite books of the year, along with music, resolutions, special guests and more. Call RAPPS Individual Sessions 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for The Rural Area Parenting Program Services (RAPPS) additional information. will be providing Anger Management, Protective

The Seguin Public Library will have a Rockin’ Noon Year’s Eve Live on its Facebook and YouTube Channels at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 31st as they countdown to noon on New Year’s Eve. They will announce their favorite books of the year, along with music, resolutions, special guests and more. Be sure to pick up a New Year’s craft kit before this event to Early Library Closure use at home during the show, available beginning Dec. The Seguin Public Library will close at 5 p.m. on 21. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas. Thursday, Dec. 31 and will remain closed on Friday, gov for additional information. Jan. 1 in observance of New Year’s Day. Normal Business hours will resume at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Jan. 2. Items may be renewed online, or returned Highlight Library E-Resource The Seguin Public Library will highlight a free library using the outdoor book return. online resource, Tumble Books, on Wednesday, Dec. 23. Practice driving tests for automobile driver’s Free Meals for Seguin Children license, a motorcycle license, and CDL license are Free meals are available curbside for all Seguin available. This virtual tutorial can be found on our children from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. weekdays through website and social media platforms. Call 830-401- Dec. 31 at Seguin High School, Jefferson, Koennecke, 2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional McQueeney, Patlan, Rodriguez, and Weinert information. elementary schools. Parents picking up curbside meals that do not have the child present in the car will need to show proof of enrollment in the district (not Library Closure The Seguin Public Library will close at 5 p.m. on necessarily proof of being a remote learner) or a birth Wednesday, Dec. 23 and remain closed through certificate if the child is not enrolled in the district. For Saturday, Dec. 26 in observance of the Christmas more information, call the Seguin ISD Child Nutrition Holiday. The library will re-open at 10 a.m. on Department at 830-401-8618. Monday, Dec. 28. Items may be renewed online, or returned using the outdoor book return. United Way Applications The Guadalupe County United Way will begin accepting new Adult Winter Take-N-Make Craft Kit applications for organizations seeking funding for years 2022The Seguin Public Library will offer Winter Take- 2023 beginning January 2021. For more information on the N-Make Craft Kits for adults on Monday, Dec. 28. funding application process, contact Executive Director, Mary Follow along with an online tutorial, which can Hargrave at 830-372-9009 or info @guadalupeunitedway.org.

Parenting, Basic Parenting, Co-Parenting (Divorce), and Tobacco Awareness classes online through ZOOM. RAPPS classes are accepted by the Judicial System. To register or for or more information call 830-303-9225, email Seguinrapps@gmail.com, or visit seguinrappsorg.org.

Free Hazardous Waste Pick-Up

The City of Seguin was awarded an Alamo Area Council of Governments Household Hazardous Waste Collection Program grant and is offering residents who live in the city limits an opportunity to participate in the At Your Door Special Collection Program. Items accepted include pesticides, household chemicals, sharps, electronic waste, including televisions, batteries, fluorescent lights, automotive waste products (including oil), paints, thinners, and dozens of other items that don’t belong with your recyclables or regular curbside waste pickup. For a complete list of accepted items, or to arrange a collection, call 1-800-449-7587, or visit wmatyourdoor. com/residential. Collection times may vary. To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events appear in this calendar, send information to: communitycalendar@kwed1580.com, fax 379-2238, or drop off the information at the Seguin Daily News/ KWED offices located at 609 E. Court St. in Seguin. For best results, submit information at least two weeks prior to the event.

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Master Gardener Clara Mae Marcotte is a Texas Master Gardener with Texas A&M AgriLife Extension. If you have a question to be answered, call the Master Gardeners at 830-379-1972 or leave a message to be answered. The website is guadalupecountymastergardeners.org. The Master Gardener research library is open Wednesdays from 1 to 4, at 210 East Live Oak Street in Seguin.

Q Can I still plant my annuals? :

A: Cool season annuals are still available in the local nurseries. In fact, I have been holding off planting my own since our weather has been so warm. You also should plant your spring-flowering bulbs this month, but donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t plant too deep. Make sure your flower beds have enough moisture. Check the soil moisture with your finger according to Doug Welsh in his Texas Garden Almanac. Cool to the touch means adequate moisture, while warm and dry means water is needed.

When do I bring in the potted plants which have Qbeen living outside? :

A: If you are like me, you wait until the weather person forecasts a freeze.

Bring the plants onto the porch or in a place where you can easily protect them from freezing. I usually bring my orchid plants in the house and put them under grow lights. If you have plumaria, place them in the garage or a place where they wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t freeze. The Houston Chronicle suggests removing the remaining plumaria leaves by cutting them an inch from the trunk. You can leave the plants in their pots or take them out, remove the excess dirt, trim the root ball to a desirable size, and place a plastic bag around the root ball. If you have your plumaria growing in the ground, dig them up and store them. The Chronicle also suggests that this dormancy period is a good time to make cuttings. If your plants are young or small, a cup of water a month will keep them from drying out too much during dormancy.

Qcare for it?

: Someone always gives me a holiday plant. How do I

A: First of all, make sure your plant has enough light. If you have natural light,

this means at least six hours. If you only have fluorescent, than twice as much. The temperature should be around 68 to 72 degrees F. Do not place the plant under an airflow or next to a heater or fireplace. Water when the soil feels dry to a depth of one to two inches. However, do not overwater or keep the soil saturated. Most holiday plants come with decorative wrapping or containers which can hold water. Make sure you remove those when you water and let the plant drain. Fertilize only once during the holidays. Check to make sure that there are no insects on the plants. Living Christmas trees also need to be in bright natural light. Welsh suggests monitoring the soil moisture daily and getting the tree back outdoors within two to three weeks. The tree should be planted soon after so that it will have new roots before the heat of the next summer.

YI: Bird baths should be refilled daily throughout the winter to provide for our birds and squirrels, as well as all those visiting raccoons, possums, armadillos and foxes.

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RELIGION

Advent Service

The Grace Lutheran Church will have an Advent Service at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 15 at 935 E . Mountain St. in Seguin.

Christmas Services

The Crossroads Church will have Christmas Services at 9 and 11 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 20. For more information visit www.crossroads.com or call 830-379-7737.

Homemade Tamale, Cake, and Pie Sale

The Our Lady of Guadalupe Senior Scholarship Committee will have a Homemade Tamale, Cake, and Pie Sale from 9 a.m. to noon Sunday, Dec. 20 with pick-up at the church parking lot off of Guadalupe St. in Seguin. Tamale Tickets are $12 per dozen and can be purchased from any OLG senior or by calling 830-401-1574 or 210-326-8839. Proceeds benefit senior scholarships.

“Journey to Bethlehem” Live Nativity

The Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church will have its “Journey to Bethlehem,” a candlelight, live nativity on Sunday, December 20 at 416 Dolle Avenue (the former Juan Seguin Elementary campus). Families may arrive anytime between 6 and 8 p.m. for a walk-through outdoor experience. Masks and social distancing guidelines will be followed. Christmas treat goodie bags will be given to all children attending. Bring a cell phone with a QR code app to access descriptions of each scene. Inc case of rain, the event will be rescheduled for Tuesday, Dec. 22.

Candlelight Service

The Crossroads Church will have its Candlelight Service from 6 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24 at 3455 W. Hwy 90. For more information visit www. crossroads.com or call 830-379-7737.

Christmas Eve Service

The Grace Lutheran Church will have a Christmas Eve Service at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 24 at 935 E . Mountain St. in Seguin.

End of Year Service

The Crossroads Church will have its End of Year Service at 10 a.m. Sunday, Dec. 27. For more information visit www.crossroads.com or call 830-379-7737.

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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Animal Control Officer The Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Department is accepting applications for an

Animal Control Officer. Applicant must have a high school diploma or GED. Knowledge and experience in domesticated animals, wildlife and livestock helpful. Must be willing to work shift work and be available for on-call status.

The starting salary will range from $16.87 to $18.82 per hour, commensurate with experience. Full job description and the Sheriff’s Office application may be obtained from www.co.guadalupe.tx.us or the Human Resource office at 211 W. Court St., Seguin. Please submit applications to Sheriff Arnold S. Zwicke at 2617 N. Guadalupe, Seguin by December 18, 2020 by 5:00pm

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The 456th District Court is accepting applications for Court Reporter.

Applicant must have a High School Diploma or GED, including courses in typing, plus at least two years of progressively responsible experience as a legal secretary or performing secretarial functions for a court. Must be a Notary Public and must be bondable. Must have knowledge of standard office practices and procedures, including automated record keeping systems; complex legal documents, instruments, records, and reports

Applicant must have a High School Diploma or GED and a Certified Shorthand Reporter license. This position requires at least 8 years of experience as a Court Reporter in a District Court setting. This position records, transcribes, and maintains records of all court proceedings. Also furnishes transcripts of court proceedings to interested and relevant parties

Benefits include Medical Insurance, Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave and Retirement. The hourly pay will be $25.53 - $27.20.Full job description and applications may be obtained from www.co.guadalupe.tx.us or the Human Resource office at 2112 W. Court St., Seguin. Please submit applications electronically or deliver to Human Resources.Guadalupe County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The starting salary will be from $72,000-$86,000 annually depending on experience. Benefits include Medical Insurance, Paid Holidays, Vacation and Sick Leave and Retirement. Full job description and applications may be obtained from www.co.guadalupe.tx.us or the Human Resource office at 2112 W. Court St., Seguin. Please submit applications electronically or deliver to Human Resources.Guadalupe County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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