Mar. 11, 2025
GVEC lands a landmark partnership with Tesla
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Guadalupe County) -- GVEC is announcing a landmark partnership with Tesla.
The partnership is making the electric co-op the first in Texas to participate with Tesla as a utilityscale virtual power plant resource in the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) Aggregated Distributed Energy Resource (ADER) pilot program.
Through the ADER program, the integration of distributed energy resources (DERs), such as battery storage systems and other controllable devices, is being explored as dispatchable generation into the Texas wholesale energy market to improve year-round grid stability and reliability.
Celebrating the news is GVEC General Manager and CEO Darren Schauer.
“Tesla has been a major player in the ADER pilot program since its inception. They are a highly visible company with the capabilities and expertise to meet the robust participation requirements. As an additional benefit, GVEC can offer ancillary services directly onto the market. This means GVEC Powerwall members can now support the needs
of the Texas grid while also creating a new revenue stream to reinforce the long-term financial strength of their member-owned cooperative. Schauer adds, “This partnership is a strong addition to the proactive steps GVEC has already taken to expand DER programs for our members. As opportunities and technologies continue to evolve, GVEC will continue to seek new ways to spur the advancement of impactful solutions for the Cooperative, our members, and the electric industry.”
Schauer says because of the value that this creates for GVEC, they can share this benefit with its membership.
“We are able to share that with our membership and help to discount the batteries or to provide rebates to the members, to encourage them to install the batteries and encourage them to allow us to have access to them. With those incentives that we are able to provide, we can get batteries into homes of members with very little costs. So, they have the benefit of having a backup energy in their home – the Tesla Powerwall batteries in their homes -Tesla, pg. 4
3 C’s being served up once a week on local church lawn
Community invited to stop by for visit
(Seguin) -- Sometimes in the morning, all a person needs to get going is the 3 C's -- community, conversation and coffee.
Lucky for those in Seguin, those 3 C's can be found every Tuesday morning on the lawn of Emanuel's Lutheran Church in downtown Seguin. Pastor Marcus Bigott says this fun 3 C ministry is meant to bring the community together for a little coffee and conversation.
“This is such a fun group. I love it. This is known as 3 C. This was a product of a whole year of conversation that we had about how do we create an inviting and welcoming community. How do we meet people where they are and one of the ideas that spurred out of this yearlong study was well part of it, is we have to get out of our building. We’ve got to get outside where people are and so every Tuesday from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m., we have a group of nine to 12 people that sit outside with coffee. We have a mobile coffee stand and donuts and tacos, and we greet the community – folks that walk by, students that are headed over to the Mercer Blumberg Learning Center, neighbors, cops, school bus drivers, neighbors – you name it and it’s a chance just to greet people without any strings attached,” said Bigott.
Bigott says although everyone is busy, there is always time to show people that they matter.
“There’s no question about who they are, what they are – just simply the question of do you like your coffee with something in it or do you want your taco with cheese? That’s the basic question, right? So, it’s a chance for our community at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church to just be outside meeting and greeting those who are going about their day and letting them know that people are excited to see them, excited to wave at them and wants them to know that they are loved,” said Bigott.
Again, the 3 C group can be found outside of Emanuel's Church every Tuesday from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m. All are invited, and the food and drinks are free.
Public input sought on expansion of digital license for hunting, fishing
(Austin) -- Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is taking public comment until March 26 on changes to digital licensing and tagging requirements.
The proposed amendments would expand digital license and tag options to all recreational hunting, fishing, combo license and tag types.
TPWD introduced digital licensing and tagging in 2022 for harvested deer, turkey and oversized red drum.
Options have since expanded to allow resident hunters and anglers to purchase a fully digital license for the super combo (Items 111, 117), youth hunting (Item 169) or lifetime combo (Item 990), Hunting (Item 991), or Fishing tags (Item 992).
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TSTC student shines bright in industrial systems
(New Braunfels) - Dylan Ramirez was shocked to learn that he is a standout in his class.
Ramirez is pursuing a certificate of completion in Industrial Systems at Texas State Technical College’s New Braunfels campus located in northern Guadalupe County.
“I didn’t realize I was at the top of my class,” he said. “My instructor is always telling me, ‘Don’t overthink it.’”
Jeremy Fannin, an Industrial Systems instructor, said Ramirez is like a CIA operative in class.
“He’s quiet, supersmart, and has the highest grades in his class,” Fannin said. “No one would know it because he’s not loud about it. He’s a great student who is going to do great in the industry.”
Ramirez was looking for an education that would give him a career when he found TSTC.
“I was searching for colleges with electrical training, and TSTC was the closest to me,” Ramirez said. “I live in Nixon and drive about 50 minutes to school twice a week.”
Ramirez likes the Industrial Systems program because he gets to learn a wide variety of things that can lead to a well-paying job.
“Next semester, we’ll learn PLCs (programmable logic controllers),” he said. “I like learning the things in this program and having the opportunity to make great pay when I graduate.”
Ramirez said he is ready to apply some of his new skills to projects.
“My mom is already talking to me about fixing her messed up outlets in her house,” Ramirez said. “We live in a pretty old house. I think I already have enough skills to do what she needs too.”
Once Ramirez finishes his “sonny-do” list, he will be looking for a job in the field.
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Customers can also purchase other products such as the exempt angler tag (Item 257), bonus red drum (Item 599) and spotted seatrout tags (Item 596).
Additional details on the proposed regulation changes can be found on the public comment page and in the Texas Register.
Texas Parks and Wildlife Commissioners will consider public input before taking action at its March 27 public hearing. Comments on each of the changes can be provided on the TPWD public comment page through 5 p.m. March 26, or contact Chris Cerny at (512)
“I want to see what job opportunities the school can help me find,” Ramirez said. “It’s about 30 minutes to Seguin if I can get a job there.”
The Industrial Systems program is part of TSTC’s Money-Back Guarantee, which refunds a participating graduate’s tuition if he or she has not found a job in their field within six months after graduation. For more information, visit tstc.edu/mbg.
To learn more about TSTC, visit tstc.edu.
389-4594, Chris.Cerny@tpwd.texas.
gov TPW Commission will take public comment on the proposed changes at its March 27 meeting in Austin.
Those wishing to provide public testimony must pre-register to speak. Public testimony is normally limited to three minutes per person.
TSTC Industrial Systems student Dylan Ramirez works through a lab assignment. (Photo courtesy of TSTC.)
so if there happens to be a power outage, the battery is there to back their home up and when they are not using them, then GVEC can have access to them to help reduce demand on the system,” said Schauer.
The Cooperative delivers electricity, internet, AC and Heating, solar and battery and electrician services to over 130,000 customers covering a 3,200 square mile span of South-Central Texas.
With growing consumer interest in alternative energy sources, GVEC expanded its offerings to become a certified installer of Tesla battery systems in 2019, and sales have been increasing year after year.
With the advanced systems, supportive customers, and this new agreement in place, Tesla and GVEC are working together to not only satisfy consumer needs through battery sales but also present an innovative demandside industry solution - a solution he encourages more people to consider.
“So, if members are interested in participating – if they already have a battery, they just need to give us a call at 1-800-223-GVEC. If they are interested in inquiring a battery or having us install a battery for them, they
can call the same number and we will send a technician out and give them a quote on what it will take to get the battery installed or find a location inside of their garage or on the side of their house or they can install the battery and we will just work with them and provide them all the information about the rebates and the ongoing rebates that we have to really help to reduce the cost to them so they can gain access to these batteries,” said Schauer.
Recent updates show the ADER program has registered approximately 17 megawatts in generation from companies like Tesla with their residential battery customers. GVEC members are incentivized to join the program through rebates provided upfront upon registration in its Peak-Time Payback, or PTP program, then an on-going annual rebate each year of participation.
Through PTP, during times of high demand or as regularly scheduled throughout the year, GVEC, in conjunction with Tesla, can access up to 70 percent of the total capacity of each battery system to discharge back into the home, reducing or eliminating the home’s reliance on the grid or send electrons directly to the grid once local demand is met.
Discharge events will not take place during extreme weather conditions or outage situations, ensuring members have backup power when needed.
Texas Sports Update
Mavericks Lose To Suns
(Dallas, TX) -- The Mavericks have now lost five straight games. Dallas fell to the Phoenix Suns 125-116 at the American Airlines Center. Naji Marshall led the way with 34 points, 10 assists and nine rebounds. Klay Thompson chipped in 26 points while knocking down five attempts from beyond the arc. The Mavs were down to seven healthy players by the end of the game. They have now lost seven of eight to sit at 32-and-33. They travel to play the San Antonio Spurs tonight.
Cowboys, Texans Make Free Agency Moves
(Undated) -- The NFL free agency tampering window opens today. ESPN is reporting that the Dallas Cowboys are signing safety Markquese Bell to a three-year deal that has a max value of 12-million-dollars. Bell had six tackles in nine games played last season. In other news, the
Houston Texans made a move over the weekend to release guard Shaq Mason
Stars Defeat Canucks
(Vancouver, BC) -- The Stars got back into the win column north of the border. Dallas defeated the Vancouver Canucks 4-1 at Rogers Arena. Mikael Granlund, Thomas Harley, Mikko Rantanen and Jason Robertson lit the lamp in the victory. Roope Hintz sat out the game after taking a puck to the face in the team’s loss to the Edmonton Oilers on Saturday. The Stars have won five of six and sit second in the Central Division at 42-20-and-2. They visit the Winnipeg Jets on Friday night.
Astros Lose To Marlins
(West Palm Beach, FL) -- The Astros capped off the weekend with a loss. Houston fell to the Miami Marlins 10-6 in spring training action in
West Palm Beach. Jeremy Pena led the team at the plate, going 2-for-3 with a solo homer and two runs scored. Yordan Alvarez and Zach Dezenzo also went deep in the setback. Rafael Montero was charged with the loss after he allowed two runs through an inning of relief. The Astros are now 8-and-7. They visit the Toronto Blue Jays this afternoon.
Rangers Lose To Diamondbacks
(Scottsdale, AZ) -- The Rangers were pummeled in Scottsdale. Texas lost to the Arizona Diamondbacks 14-1 at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick. Joc Pederson drove-in the team’s lone run on an RBI double in the sixth inning. Starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi was tagged with the loss after he let up four runs through four frames. The Rangers are now 7-9-and-1. They are off today before playing host to the Los Angeles Angels tomorrow afternoon.
Donegan
Mary Louise Still Donegan, age 87 of Seguin, passed peacefully to glory, joining her beloved husband, Benton Donegan. She left this world on March 8, 2025, the 14th anniversary of his death. Mary Louise was born on August 14, 1937, in Ft. Worth, Texas, to James Oscar Still and Mabel Florence Perry Still. She was the oldest of four girls, including Patricia Ann Still Lowe, Ina Elizabeth “Betty” Still Brown, and Carol Lee Still Powell. Her family moved to Houston in the summer of 1943 when her father entered WWII. Mary Louise attended public schools in Houston and graduated from Milby High School in 1955 and then Rice Institute, now Rice University, in Houston in 1959.
Mary Louise worked part time throughout high school and college. She participated in several clubs and on the swim team in high school.
Upon graduation from Rice, Mary Louise went to work for the Social Security Administration as a Claims Representative in Houston, was promoted to Field Representative, and transferred to San Antonio in 1961. She met her future husband, Benton Donegan, at a Social Security presentation she made for the Kiwanis Club in Seguin. She was again promoted but soon resigned to marry Benton on September 21, 1963, after which she moved to Seguin. She was a devoted wife and mother, always volunteering at the children’s schools as room mother, classroom helper, PTA member, and volunteer with various booster clubs. She was a committed volunteer at her church, St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. She taught Sunday school, served on the vestry several times, including as the first female Senior Warden, and spent many hours working on the Altar Guild and in many other roles and on numerous committees. In
the community, she was a longtime volunteer at Guadalupe Regional Medical Center and the Christian Cupboard and served on the Board of Directors for the Seguin Public Library Foundation and the Guadalupe County Republican Women.
The most treasured part of Mary Louise’s life was her family, both by birth and by marriage, and most of all, her children and grandchildren. She also found joy in her many dear friends. The last chapter of her life was very blessed by the care of many loving “angels” including Cynthia Reneau and Adrianne House.
Mary Louise Donegan is survived by her sisters, Patty Lowe, Betty Brown, and Carol Powell and husband David, along with her sisters-in-law, Patricia Donegan Custer and Geri Donegan. She was a selfless mother and grandmother, to whom her children and grandchildren are forever grateful. They are Kelly Donegan Follis and children Elizabeth Ann Follis and William James Follis; Tracy Donegan Donley, husband John Donley, and children Nathaniel Benton Aubin and wife Katelyn, and Emily Ann Aubin; and James Benton Donegan and husband Marc Tuminelli. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed and always loved by all those who were blessed to know her.
A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, March, 18, 2025 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church with the Reverend Stephen Shortess officiating. A reception will follow in McKeogh Hall.
Donations in lieu of flowers may be given to the St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church Permanent Endowment account, 201 E. Nolte, Seguin, Texas, 78155, Friends of the Library, c/o Seguin-Guadalupe County Public Library, 313 W. Nolte Street, Seguin, Texas, 78155 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.
VITAL STATISTICS
Timmerman
Curtis Gene Timmermann, 97, passed away March 7, 2025 in New Braunfels, Texas after a lifetime of love and service to others. He was born January 7, 1928 in New Braunfels to parents Otto Timmermann, Jr. and Stella Schmidt Timmermann and was raised on the family farm near Clear Springs. He found the love of his life and married Dorothy Louise Wolle on April 8, 1950 and they were married for 63 years. Together they raised four children. He was also blessed to be married to Annie Lee (Barth) Timmermann for 8 years.
Curtis attended Clear Springs school, New Braunfels High School and graduated from Texas A&M College in 1949 with a degree in Animal Husbandry. While at A&M, he was recognized as a Distinguished Student, and Distinguished Military Graduate. He loved being a Texas Aggie and supporting it in many different ways. In May of this year, his family and Texas A&M recognized his 75th graduation anniversary. Twelve kids, grandkids and in-laws celebrated being Aggies with him. He will long be remembered for sporting his Aggie shirts and ball caps wherever he went.
Curtis was fully devoted and fully committed to his many roles, including family, worship of Jesus Christ, serving his country, assisting his clients, and supporting the next generations behind him. Upon his graduation he received a commission as a 2nd Lieutenant in the United States Army Reserves. He retired in 1970 with the rank of Major after completion of 20 years of service in the Texas National Guard. During those years, he served as Battery Commander in Seguin, Gonzales and New Braunfels.
Curtis also made many lifelong friends in Guadalupe and Comal counties while working to serve their insurance needs as Agency Manager for Texas Farm Bureau Insurance in Seguin. He was a Lifetime Member (65+ years) of the Kiwanis Club in Seguin serving as President and on various committees and events for as long as he was physically able. While he enjoyed so many
Steffen
Stella Louise Pape Steffen, age 80 of Seguin, passed away on March 6, 2025 one day shy of her 81st birthday. Stella was born in Guadalupe County on March 7, 1944 to Lucy Elizabeth (Dlugosh) and Alvin E. Pape.
Stella is preceded in death by her husband of 60 years Edgar J. Steffen, Jr., her parents, and her siblings, Louis Pape, Alvin Pape, Jr., Jimmy Pape, Lillian Gann and Helen Shaw.
Survivors include children, Sharon Tschoepe, Jeff Steffen and wife Lisa, and Keith Steffen and wife Robyn; grandchildren, Morgan Tschoepe, J. B. Tschoepe and wife Maddy, Chance Steffen and
aspects of being in Kiwanis Club and the friendships he made there, one of the highlights was being a sponsor/advisor to the Seguin High School Key Club. He was always known to be willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need.
Curtis’ greatest joy was his family. The fruits of his Christian spirit and faith were constantly on display as he lived out his long life. While seldom seeking the spotlight, his gentlemanly nature and thankful heart will serve as a constant reminder to the faithful legacy that he leaves behind. Curtis is survived by his four children Debbie Miller (Murray) of San Antonio, Jeanie Timmermann of Corpus Christi, Gary Timmermann (Laura) of New Braunfels and David Timmermann (Lisa) of San Antonio; eight grandchildren Shannon Flowers (Michael), Sarah Watson (Danny), Jason Miller (Antoinette), Dustin Timmermann, Lindsay Picker (Matthias), Aaron Timmermann (Kelly), Amanda Tarpley (Jeremy) and Kyle Timmermann (Shelby). He is also survived by 18 great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife Dorothy and second wife Annie, parents Otto and Stella Timmermann and brother Wilfred R. Timmermann and his wife Doris.
Visitation will begin on Tuesday, March 11, 2025 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel in Seguin with the Reverend Dr. Andrew Keuer officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to First Protestant Church, 172 W. Coll St., New Braunfels, Texas, 78130, Cal Farley’s Boys Ranch, 600 SW 11th Ave., Amarillo, Texas, 79101, or a charity of your choice.
The family would also like to extend its heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for the love and care provided to Curtis by the staff at Rio Terra Senior Living and more recently by nurses and aides with Enhabit Hospice.
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.
wife Nicole, Sarah Steffen, and Ella Steffen; great-grandson, Avery Steffen; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Doris Pape, Donald Shaw, Calvin Steffen, Wilma Baumann and husband Jerome, Eileen Schneider and husband David, and Dale Kotzur and husband Anthony; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family member and a host of friends.
Visitation will begin on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 1 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel followed by a memorial service celebrating Stella’s life at 2 p.m. with the Reverend Jim Price officiating. A reception will be announced. Private interment will be held at a later date in the Warncke Cemetery near New Berlin.
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.
VITAL STATISTICS
Suarez
It is with sadness and joy that we can come together to celebrate the life of Seledonia (Sally) Suarez, at the age of 84, of Seguin, Texas who went with the Lord and entered eternal rest on Wednesday, February 26,2025.
Seledonia (Sally) was a beloved daughter, sister, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, and great grandmother, aunt.
Seledonia (Sally) was born to Gustavo Suarez, and Celedonia Serna Suarez on May 08, 1940, in Seguin, Tx.
Seledonia (Sally) is preceded in death by her parents Gustavo Suarez, and Celedonia Serna Suarez, Sister Pauline Suarez Hernandez, brother-inlaw John Hernandez, great grandson Julien Layne Rodriguez, and nephew Michael John Hernandez.
Sally is survived by her four children Johnny Amador (Marisol), Laura Marie Amador Rodriguez, Laura Ann Amador Rodriguez (Hector), and Yolanda Amador Doucet (Kevin). Her grandchildren Cristy M. Rodriguez, Christopher R. Amador, Crystal D. Rodriguez, Matthew J. Amador Sr. (Rebecca), Rolando R. Rodriguez Jr. (Sasha), Jeremy D. Rodriguez, Joseph
Jandt
Angela Katherine Jandt, of Seguin, also known as mother, Gela, Nan, Grandma, Great Nan, and aunt passed away at the ripe old age of 102 on March 4, 2025. Angela was born on April 26, 1922, in Selma, TX to Frank and Elizabeth (Riedel) Fey. She was the ninth child, out of twelve, and the last surviving member of her immediate family. Her mother passed away when she was 10 and her father remarried 3 ½ years later to Erna (Lieck) Real. She grew up on the family farm, attended grade school in Selma, TX, was a lifelong member of the Catholic Church and served for many years in Saint Ann’s Circle at St. James Catholic Church in Seguin. Her first job was at Randolph Field, TX as a live-in maid for a USAF 2nd Lt and his wife. Oh, the stories she would tell, although they cannot be repeated here. She later began working at Grandma Cookie Co, San Antonio, TX. She met the love of her life at Luxello Dance Hall near Selma, TX and they married in September 1947.
She was preceded in death by her husband Clarence O. Jandt, TSgt, USAF (Ret), her parents, stepmother, daughter Shirley and husband Allen Ott, brothers: Hugo, Robert, Joseph, Erhart, Oswald, Gilbert, and Raymond and sisters: Laurie, Annie, Elvira, and Lillie.
Angela is survived by her son, C.J. Jandt, Lt Col, USAF (Ret), and wife Patricia, TSgt, USAF (Ret), of Seguin, grandchildren Philip Jandt of Seguin, TX, Felicia Jandt Boudreaux and husband Joshua of Covington, LA, Lt Col, USAF (Ret), and Christopher Ott of New Braunfels and great-grandsons Talon Boudreaux, Porter Boudreaux, and Finn Boudreaux.
Angela accompanied her husband during his military assignments to
A. Amador Sr. (Rosie), Marissa Amador (Garrett). Great – grandchildren Matthew Amador Jr., Johni, Anna Lynn, Zaylin, Aries, Leelin, Mila, Zianna, Deneli, Joseph Amador Jr., Alicia, Brianna, Joshua, Kassandra, Gage, Aaralyn, Aiden, Sevyn, Rolando Rodriguez III, Chrystain, Lillianna, Josiah, Joel, Kay’leeah, and Ezequiel, Violet Dawn.
Sally worked at the Guadalupe Valley Hospital in her young life. She was also a caregiver to all who needed her as well as family members who needed more attention while they were in their homes. Sally also cared for some of the elderly people in Seguin who needed help. She was a kind soul to all that needed her. She was a Girl Scout and Brownie Leader to several young girls including her daughters. Sally was also well known in several schools as a head baker and cook (Seguin, and Schertz Head Start, Laura Engles Wilder Elementary School, SCUS ISD as head Baker). Sally enjoyed her hobbies such as crocheting, playing bingo, camping, and casino trips. Sally loved to bake on the Holidays and enjoyed sharing with family, friends and neighbors.
Sally is loved and will be missed by her children, grandchildren, great grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and extended family, and friends.
Funeral arrangements are under the care 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.
Alaska, England, and several bases throughout the United States. She enjoyed her visits to Hawaii and Germany in the 80’s while visiting her son and family. Germany was her favorite; she was fluent in German and had a wonderful time talking with the locals she had the pleasure of meeting. She thoroughly enjoyed life and was a great cook, but baking was always a “favorite passion” of hers. She had a keen sense of humor and was quick to joke with those around her. She was always surrounded by laughter and is now surrounded with her husband and all of those who preceded her in death.
When she was around 95, she heard on TV that some woman drank a shot of whiskey every day and that is why she had lived so long. So, she decided to try it. Mind you, this coming from a woman who never drank whiskey and never drank much alcohol in her life except an occasional beer or wine. So, her doctor gave the nursing home a prescription to have a daily shot. This became the joke of the nursing home about her and her whiskey. Mind you, it was a good thing, and she did not really like how whiskey tasted, but she always said it was good for her pain. What pain? She only talked about pain when she talked about whiskey!
Visitation will begin on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Seguin followed by the Recitation of the Holy Rosary at 10:30 a.m. and the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend Stanislaw Fuik officiating. Interment will take place on Wednesday, March 19, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. Serving as Pallbearers will be Philip Jandt, Christopher Ott, Talon Boudreaux, Porter Boudreaux, Brian John, and Austin John.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. James Catholic Church, 510 S. Camp, Seguin, TX 78155. The family would also like to thank River Bend Healthcare of Seguin for the awesome care provided over the past 5 years.
Services are under the direction of Goetz Funeral Home, Seguin, Texas.
Trump Voters Oppose Medicaid Cuts
(Washington, DC) -- A new poll shows most Americans, including Trump voters, oppose any cuts to Medicaid funding. The KFF poll notes that over 80-percent of respondents believe Medicaid funding should either be increased or remain the same. The poll included both Democrats and Republicans, amongst others. Many GOP legislators, the President, and Elon Musk have said that any changes to Medicaid would be focused on rooting out fraud.
WHO Warns Of Possible Tuberculosis Surge Due To USAID Cuts
(Undated) -- Health officials are sounding the alarm of the risk of a global rise in tuberculosis cases and deaths after the Trump administration halted U.S. AID funding. The World Health Organization warned that the funding cuts jeopardize millions of lives since many countries depend on foreign aid for TB prevention, testing and treatment. Figures show tuberculosis is responsible for the most deaths of any infectious disease worldwide with around 1.25 million people dying from the bacterial infection in 2023. The WHO said U.S. funding cuts make it difficult to identify, monitor and treat tuberculosis cases.
Monday Is National Women And Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
(Undated) -- Today is National Women and Girls HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. The goal is to raise awareness by promoting testing, treatment, and prevention efforts. The latest figures - from 2024 - show nearly 269-thousand women in the U.S. living with the virus that causes AIDS. To put it another way, that’s roughly 22 to 23-percent of the total number of people living with HIV in America.
Study Shows Alarming Jump In Child Fentanyl Poisonings In The US
(Undated) -- A new study shows a big jump in the number of cases of children in the U.S. being poisoned by fentanyl. The research looks at nonfatal pediatric fentanyl exposures reported to poison centers in 49 states from 2015 to 2023. In the eight year study researchers analyzed over three-thousand cases and found that pediatric exposure increased in children 12 and younger by 924-percent and in those 13 and older by over one-thousand-500 percent. Nearly half of all child fentanyl poisonings were considered life-threatening.
March
Native Plant Society .
Native Plant Society of Texas, Guadalupe Chapter will hold its monthly meeting Tuesday March 11, 2025 at First Presbyterian Church, 1121 E. Walnut Street, Seguin, Texas. The Program: Monarchs and Tropical Milkweed by Howard Nemerov via Zoom, shown on projector. Howard Nemerov is part of the “Bring Back Monarchs to Texas” project . There will be a plant/seed exchange, social time at 6:30 p.m. followed by the program 7:00 p.m. Parking in the rear, enter from N. Moss Street. Meetings open to the public, Visitors welcome. For more information: http://npsot.org/chapters/guadalupe/
Wellness Wednesday: Art in Nature Series
The Guadalupe Chapter of Master Naturalists is hosting Wellness Wednesday: Art in Nature Series at 5:00 p.m. on March 12, 2025, at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 E. Hwy 90, Seguin, TX. This free event, led by instructor Kate Schnautz, will introduce participants to nature journaling, various art techniques, and ways to deepen their connection with the natural world. Registration is required at this link.
Seguin Art League Hosts Unwind Your Drawing Skills Class
The Seguin Art League invites artists of all skill levels to Unwind Your Drawing Skills, a class focused on observation, flowing lines, and geometric forms, concluding with a simple still life featuring spring flowers. The session takes place on March 14, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at 104 S. Austin. Open to adults 18 and older, with a minimum of 8 participants. Basic supplies are included, and the cost is $20. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
Explore Water Mixable Oil Paint at the Seguin Art League
The Seguin Art League invites you to explore water mixable oil paint before investing in them with a painting class on Saturday, March 15, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at 104 S. Austin, Seguin. Students will paint Mule Ears Mountains for $35, with paint provided. Limited to 8 adults, participants must bring their own
8x10 canvas, flat synthetic brushes, palette and palette knives, water container, and an optional tabletop easel. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
Guada-Coma ICA Chapter Meeting for Cattle Producers
The Independent Cattlemen’s Association of Texas is hosting the Guada-Coma ICA Chapter Meeting at 6:30 p.m. on March 17, 2025, at Seguin Cattle Company, 2424 TX46, Seguin, TX 78155. The program will feature Dr. Caroline Alsop, DVM, from Southern Winds Veterinary Services, discussing “The Breeding Season.” A beef meal will be provided, and attendees will have the chance to win door prizes. All producers are welcome. RSVP by March 14 to Allan Bode at (830)305-1325 or ICA.Guadacoma@gmail.com.
Wellness Wednesday: Mountain Biking 101
The Guadalupe Chapter of Master Naturalists is hosting Wellness Wednesday: Mountain Biking 101 at 5:00 p.m. on March 19, 2025, at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 E. Hwy 90, Seguin, TX. This free event is open to the community, with bikes and helmets provided. Participants will learn and practice basic off-road biking skills. Space is limited, and the ability to safely ride a two-wheel bike is required. Registration is required at this link.
Tip-A-Cop
Fundraiser for Special Olympics Texas
The Texas Law Enforcement Torch Run (LETR) is hosting Tip-A-Cop at 11:00 a.m. on March 21, 2025, at Burnt Bean Company, 108 S. Austin Street, Seguin, TX. Officers will be serving guests and collecting donations to support Special Olympics Texas, which provides year-round sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. Donations help fund programs for athletes in the local community. For more information or to donate, visit www. sotx.org/tip-a-cop or www.Facebook.com/ specialolympicstx.
Gather Fest Brings Music, Food, and Fun to the Hill Country
The Gather Fest is a new festival for the Hill Country featuring food trucks, live worship and music performances, amusement park rides, and more. The event will take place
on March 21 and 22 from 12 PM to 8 PM at Redemptive Grace Ministries, 2240 FM 725, New Braunfels, TX 78130. Attendees can enjoy fair rides, food trucks, live music, and shopping. Parking is $15, a daily band is $20, and a VIP band is $25.
Block Printing on Fabric Class at the Seguin Art League
The Seguin Art League invites you to learn block printing on fabric in a hands-on class on Saturday, March 22, 2025, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at 104 S. Austin, Seguin. Create unique fabric for quilting, pillows, table runners, and more using fabric block print inks. The class is $35, includes supplies, and is open to ages 10 and up, limited to 10 participants. For more information, call 830-3050472
Canyon Lake Art Guild Hosts 27th Annual Lasting Impressions Art Show & Sale
The Canyon Lake Art Guild is hosting the 27th annual Lasting Impressions Art Show & Sale from March 25 to April 26, 2025, at the New Braunfels Art League Gallery, 239 W. San Antonio Street, New Braunfels, TX. This event is open to the public and features an Artists’ Reception with food and drinks on March 30 at 1:30 p.m., followed by an Awards Ceremony at 2:30 p.m. A scholarship will also be awarded to a local high school senior. For more information, contact Liz Tashakori at 281-728-8140 or Shelly Fitzpatrick at 512-939-9551.
Brown Cultural Event Series – The Second City 65th Anniversary
The TLU Jessie S. and Jack Harold Upton Brown Cultural Enrichment Fund will present The Second City 65th Anniversary Show at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, March 26 at Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. There will be handpicked songs, sketches, and characters written by Tina Fey, Stephen Colbert, Bill Murray, Keegan Michael Key, Eugene Levy, and other star-studded alumni of The Second City. The show celebrates the comedy troupe’s history with favorite material from their stages over the years.
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Wellness Wednesday: Art in Nature Series
The Guadalupe Chapter of Master Naturalists is hosting Wellness Wednesday: Art in Nature Series at 5:00 p.m. on March 26, 2025, at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 E. Hwy 90, Seguin, TX. This free event, led by instructor Kate Schnautz, will introduce participants to nature journaling, various art techniques, and ways to deepen their connection with the natural world. Registration is required at this link.
Swing for Seguin
Join the Leadership Seguin Class of 2025 for the “Swing for Seguin” Golf Fundraising Event on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at The Bandit Golf Course. Registration and breakfast begin at 7:30 AM, with a shotgun start at 8:30 AM. A 4-person team is $500, including range balls, cart rental, 18hole scramble, breakfast taco, box lunch, drinks, swag, and snacks. Sponsorships are available. Proceeds benefit enhancements to Manuel C. Castilla Park. For more information and to register, visit the Seguin Chamber of Commerce website.
Guadalupe County Republican Women March Meeting Featuring Paul Bertetti
The Guadalupe County Republican Women are hosting their March meeting at 11:30 a.m. on March 27, 2025, at the Seguin Silver Center, 510 East Court Street, Seguin, TX. The guest speaker, Paul Bertetti, P.G., Senior Director of Aquifer Science Research and Modeling at the Edwards Aquifer Authority, will discuss regional drought conditions and the impact of growth on water resources. The program is free to attend, with an optional lunch available for $15 with RSVP or $20 at the door. Reservations can be made with Glenda Partain by calling or texting 830-391-3979 or emailing silvercenter@sbcglobal.net.
Explore the Outdoors with Seguin’s Nature Series
The City of Seguin, in partnership with the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, presents a Nature Series featuring three engaging workshops designed for young nature enthusiasts. Workshop 1: Camping 101 takes place on Saturday, March 29. Workshop 2: Paint & Plant follows on Saturday, April 5, and Workshop 3: Nature Discovery
wraps up the series on Saturday, April 12. Workshops are available for grades 2 & 3 from 9:00 to 10:30 AM and grades 4 & 5 from 10:45 AM to 12:15 PM at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 East Highway 90, Seguin. Each class costs $5, with all equipment provided. Register today at www.seguintexas.gov or call 830-401-2480 for more information.
Nature Series Workshops at Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center
The City of Seguin Parks & Recreation is hosting a Nature Series at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 E. Hwy 90, Seguin, TX, with three exciting workshops: Camping 101 on March 29, Paint & Plant on April 5, and Nature Discovery on April 12. Sessions are available for grades 2 & 3 from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. and grades 4 & 5 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.. The cost is $5 per class, and all equipment is provided. Register today at www.seguintexas.gov or call 830-401-2480 for more information.
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Bond and Beyond, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 30 at the New Braunfels Civic and Convention Center in New Braunfels. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony.org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony.org.
Seguin
Pony League Baseball and Softball Registration
The Seguin Pony League Baseball & Softball season runs from March 18 to May 25, 2025, at the Seguin Softball 4 Plex, 833 Nelda St. Registration is $50 for ages 3-14, with a deadline of January 25. For more information or to register, text Gabe at 830-556-4271 or email allyouthsports@ yahoo.com.
Nominations for 2024 Annual Seguin Arts Awards
The Seguin Commission on the Arts is accepting nominations for the 2024 Annual Seguin Arts Awards, honoring those who contribute to the arts in Seguin. Awards include Outstanding Contributor to the Arts, Youth Artist of the Year, and Art Organiza-
tion of the Year. Nominations are due by March 7, 2025, and forms can be submitted via mail to P.O. Box 591, Seguin, TX 78156, or email to mainstreet@seguintexas.gov. For details, visit www.seguintexas. gov/art.
April
Wellness Wednesday: Mountain Biking 101
The Guadalupe Chapter of Master Naturalists is hosting Wellness Wednesday: Mountain Biking 101 at 5:00 p.m. on April 2, 2025, at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 E. Hwy 90, Seguin, TX. This free event is open to the community, with bikes and helmets provided. Participants will learn and practice basic off-road biking skills. Space is limited, and the ability to safely ride a two-wheel bike is required. Registration is required at this link. Moonlight & Roses Celebrates Downtown Successes Seguin Main Street is hosting Moonlight & Roses at 7:00 p.m. on April 4, 2025, at the Memorial Rose Garden in Walnut Springs Park. This free event will feature live jazz music from the Dirty River Jazz Band, complimentary desserts, and the presentation of the 2024 Downtown and Arts Awards. Guests are encouraged to bring their own beverages, lawn chairs, or blankets.
Seguin Parks & Recreation Nature Series: Paint & Plant
Seguin Parks & Recreation is hosting Paint & Plant at 9:00 a.m. on April 5, 2025, at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 E. Hwy 90, Seguin, TX. This interactive workshop is part of the Nature Series and offers participants the opportunity to explore painting and planting techniques. Registration is required at this link.
Seguin Parks & Recreation Nature Series: Nature Discovery
Seguin Parks & Recreation is hosting Nature Discovery at 9:00 a.m. on April 12, 2025, at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 E. Hwy 90, Seguin, TX. This hands-on workshop is part of the Nature Series and encourages participants to explore and learn about the natural world. Registration is required at this link.
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Free Tax Clinic at TLU
Dr. Sally Cook announces that the annual Tax Clinic at Texas Lutheran University is now open. The clinic operates Wednesdays from 5:00 to 7:00 PM and Saturdays from 9:00 AM to noon, closing on the weekends surrounding Spring Break and the Wednesday of Spring Break. The final day of service is April 12. Taxpayers must bring their Social Security card, photo ID, all tax forms, and, if filing jointly, their spouse must be present to sign. Dependents claimed must also have Social Security cards. Taxpayers should line up in their cars on Beck Street, where student volunteers will assist. For more information, contact Dr. Sally Cook or Annette at 830-372-6050.
Festival for Life: A Community Celebration
The South Texas Pregnancy Care Center invites you to the Festival for Life on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Columbus Club of Seguin Hall, 1015 S. Austin St., Seguin, TX. Enjoy live music, a burger meal for $10, and a dessert auction at 2:15 PM. Kids’ activities, including a dunking booth, rock wall, photo booth, balloon animals, face painting, and more, are free. Come celebrate life with fun for the whole family!
Panther Palooza Returns to Navarro ISD for a Night of Family Fun
Navarro ISD is hosting the second annual Panther Palooza on Saturday, April 12, 2025, from 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Navarro Intermediate Parking Lot (588 Link Rd, Seguin, TX 78155). In case of inclement weather, the event will be moved indoors.
Dedication of Guadalupe County Historical Marker at Nash Creek Cemetery
The Guadalupe County Historical Commission will hold a dedication ceremony for a Guadalupe County Historical Marker at Nash Creek Cemetery on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. The cemetery, located at 1351 Nash Creek Road, Kingsbury, TX, is recognized for its historical significance in the region.
TLU Bands Present “PRISM 2025: American Visions”
Join Texas Lutheran University Bands for PRISM 2025: American Visions on Friday,
April 25, 2025, at 7:00 PM in Jackson Auditorium. This concert will feature a wide variety of selections performed by both large and small ensembles from the TLU School of Music. Admission is free and open to the public. Don’t miss this exciting musical experience!
Mid-Texas Symphony
The Mid-Texas Symphony, with conductor, Akiko Fujimoto, will present Ode to Joy, at 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 27 at Jackson Auditorium at Texas Lutheran University. To purchase tickets, visit www.mtsymphony. org or call the box office 830-463-5353 For questions, email boxoffice@mtsymphony. org.
May
Wings & Wheels Fly-In at the Pioneer Flight Museum
The Pioneer Flight Museum is hosting the Wings & Wheels Fly-In from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on May 3, 2025, at 190 Pershing Ln, Kingsbury, TX. This museum fun day will feature a 1909 Blériot XI, along with antique, vintage, and classic aircraft and automobiles, food trucks, vendors, and living history displays. This spring fundraising event welcomes donations at the gate. For more information, visit PioneerFlightMuseum.org or call 830-639-4162.
Seguin’s Small Business Resource Fair
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce, Main Street & CVB, and Seguin Economic Development Corporation are hosting Seguin’s Small Business Resource Fair from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on May 7, 2025, at the Seguin Coliseum, 950 S. Austin St. This free event provides valuable insights and resources for entrepreneurs and small business owners. A luncheon hosted by the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will follow from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., with tickets available for $20.
Your Best Life Festival – Free Health & Wellness Expo
NAMI Guadalupe County is hosting Your Best Life Festival, a free health & wellness expo, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on May 17, 2025, at the Seguin Coliseum, 950 S. Austin St., Seguin, TX. Attendees can ex-
plore community resources, insurance options, mental health support, fitness demonstrations, and safety information. Kids can enjoy free activities, including a bounce house and face painting. Giveaways and interactive booths will also be available. For more information, visit NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org/festival.
Badges,
Bikes & Tykes Community
Event
The Seguin Police Department and Seguin Fire Department are hosting Badges, Bikes & Tykes from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on May 17, 2025, at Max Starcke Park Large Pavilion. This family-friendly event will feature games, prizes, bike raffles, music, and more. Join local first responders for a funfilled day promoting bike safety and community engagement.
2nd Annual Build for Better Bash – Hosted
by Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio & Guadalupe Valley
Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio & Guadalupe Valley invites the community to the 2nd Annual Build for Better Bash on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Texas Lutheran University – Seguin Hall Parking Lot (1000 W Court St, Seguin, TX 78155). Join us for a community wall build to support local families in need.
June
20th Annual Seguin Area Youth Leadership Academy (SAYLA)
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 20th Annual Seguin Area Youth Leadership Academy (SAYLA) from June 22-27, 2025. This program is open to Guadalupe County students entering their junior or senior year, providing team-building activities, personal development, daily tours, and community service opportunities. A mandatory overnight stay is required for one night only on June 22, 2025. Applications are available now, with a deadline of March 20, 2025. For more information, contact the Seguin Chamber at (830) 379-6382 or cofc@seguinchamber.com.
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Seguin Public Library Hosts Free Computer Giveaway
The Seguin Public Library, in partnership with Compudopt, is hosting a Free Computer Giveaway to provide families with access to essential technology. To qualify, applicants must not currently own a working computer at home. Selected families will receive a computer with a 2-year warranty and free tech support. Register today for a chance to receive a free computer at bit.ly/CUDSeguin. Families will be randomly selected and notified via text and email. For more information, call 855-532-5060.
AARP Tax-Aide Assistance at the Seguin Public Library
The AARP is providing free tax preparation assistance at the Seguin Public Library in the Technology Lab on Fridays and Saturdays from February 1 to April 12, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Assistance is by appointment only—walk-ins will not be accepted. Appointments can be scheduled at www.aarp.org/ money/taxes/aarp_taxaide. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide serves all taxpayers, with a focus on those over 50 or with low to moderate income. For more information, call 210-802-6196 or visit library.seguintexas.gov.
Seguin ISD Students to Provide Free Tax Assistance to the Public Seguin High School students are offering free tax preparation services to eligible taxpayers through the IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. These certified students, enrolled in the district’s Career and Technical Education business pathway, have completed IRS-required training in tax law and available tax credits. Assistance is available for individuals and families earning $67,000 or less annually, persons with disabilities, and limited English-speaking taxpayers. Sessions will take place at the Seguin High School Library on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. through March. To ensure timely tax preparation, attendees should bring photo identification, Social Security or ITIN documents, last year’s tax return, Forms W-2 and 1099, Form 1095-A (if applicable), and proof of bank account details for direct deposit. Married couples filing jointly must attend together. For more information, contact Seguin ISD Communications Director Emily Allen at eallen@seguin.k12.tx.us.
CCSCT
Utility Assistance Application for 2024 Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ccsct_cares.
Heritage Museum Calendars
The Heritage Museum is selling 2024 Then and Now Themed Calendars. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www.heritagemuseum.net. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.
988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.
Volunteer Van Drivers Needed
Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830-303-4188 ext. 1249.
Precious Life Services
Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 830-3725980.
Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program
The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-956-1155.
Salvation Army Office
The Seguin Unit Salvation Army office is located at 205 North King Street. The office is open to receive requests for assistance weekly from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
Volunteers Needed
The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines need volunteers. They promote a healthy, drug-free program and need males, 19 years and up who would like to see the program grow by contributing time to help future citizens, boys and girls 8 to 18. Positions available include computer input, physical fitness training, planning/logistics, and medical. Contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or visit www.gvyoungmarines.org.
La Trinidad Blessing Box - Food Pantry
The La Trinidad United Methodist Church invites you to “Take what you need, Bring what you can, and above all be Blessed!” by its Blessing Box Food Pantry located at the corner of the church at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The Blessing Box is filled with items to help those in need.
The Country Church Attic
The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.
Clothing Ministry
The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further information call 830-303-6478.
Free Bible Course
The World Bible School is offering free Bible correspondence courses. Answer questions from the Bible and send in for grading. Visit studygod.info for further information.
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