Career day to help set the future for high school seniors
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- With high school graduation just around the corner, it’s time for seniors to start thinking about the real world. And for many, that real-world begins with getting a job.
Making that connection with local employers officially begins this week for area high school seniors.
High school seniors from Seguin ISD, Navarro ISD, Marion ISD, and Southwest Preparatory School will gather this Wednesday at Seguin High School’s Wellness Center for Seguin Career Day, an interactive event connecting students with local employers.
Organized by the Seguin Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) in partnership with local school districts, Seguin Career Day aims to strengthen the local workforce by bridging the gap between employer needs and available talent.
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Photo courtesy SEDC Facebook
Pet-friendly organizations offer services, support to Seguin
Darren Dunn
(Seguin) -- When the new pet spa, Uptown Collar, opened its doors in Seguin, it used its grand opening event to connect more people to the various pet-related services offered in the community.
Uptown Collar owner Tasha Montez says they wanted the grand opening event to be more than just what they had to offer inside their own establishment. She says that’s why they created vendor booth space outside for people to find a wide variety of services and opportunities that have a direct connection to people in Seguin and beyond. These groups offer services that support pets of all kinds, from service animals to rescue agencies to pet photographers.
“The vision is just to let the area know the amazing individuals that we have in the Seguin area, that offer different rescue services for pets. They are such a big part of our lives, and everybody’s always looking for different things to do with their dogs. People have birthday parties, so we had a vendor over there who
has birthday boxes. It’s just to bring a little more awareness,” said Montez.
One of the organizations on hand for the free event was the nonprofit group, K9s For Warriors, which has a direct connection to Montez and Uptown Collar.
Ashlyn Henning is the group’s K9 Assistant Placement Manager. She says they work to bring dogs together with military veterans, who need the love and support of a welltrained service animal.
“Our main mission is to end veteran suicide by pairing veterans -- diagnosed with PTSD (posttraumatic stress disorder) and TBI (Traumatic Brain Injury) -- with a highly trained service dog. We try to get...dogs from the area shelters and rescues, as we can. We train those dogs for six to eight months and then they go to get paired with their veteran,” said Henning.
In addition to being there to help spread their message in Seguin, K9s For Warriors also has a special connection to Montez and Uptown Collar. It’s another example of how
these businesses and organizations try to work together to try to connect to as many people as possible.
“Two of our dogs came from a friend of the owner. So, it’s a big community, everything with dogs, especially the rescue community. It is a group effort. We trained those two guys, and they graduated from our program. One graduated as a service dog with a veteran, and the other one went into our station dog program and is a therapy dog in Edinburg,” said Henning.
Henning says they want to educate people about the work that they do daily, but they also want to share more details about how people can help to support their mission.
“The biggest thing for us is our volunteers. There’s kind of something for everyone. Whether it’s fostering one of our dogs for the weekend so that they get the in-home training before they go to their veteran, or whether it’s adopting a dog that didn’t quite make it through the program,
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Career, continued.
Brittney Watson, SEDC events and marketing manager, says more than 20 Seguin-area employers will showcase career opportunities at the Seguin Coliseum in industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, utilities, and public service.
“The idea is to immerse these high school seniors in career exploration but in addition to that, the ones that may not have a plan after graduation, to introduce them to local employers with a goal of helping them find a career –keeping them here locally in Seguin and then setting them up for future success by connecting them,” said Watson.
SEDC officials say employers in Seguin have long reported challenges in finding skilled workers to sustain growth. In response, SEDC has collaborated with local industries and education partners to enhance workforce readiness and build a strong talent pipeline.
Jessica Dersen, SEDC Industry and Workforce Development Manager, says this event essentially acts like a job fair and will even allow some students to walk away with job offers to begin work immediately following their graduation.
“For the students who are attending Seguin Career Day, we want them to have a successful experience. It’s an opportunity to network with hiring employers in Seguin as well as vocational programs here in the local region. So, we want them to dress to impress. If they have an updated resume, bring that to share with potential employers. Obviously, we want them to leave a lasting impression. So, we want them to have firm handshakes, make eye contact and ask questions. We want them to learn as much as possible. We have 26 businesses that will be in attendance and over 400 high school students. So, we want those
meaningful connections to be made at the career event,” said Dersen.
Seeing the benefits of the event is Sergio Juarrieta, the director of career and technical education for Seguin ISD.
“Seguin Career Day is an invaluable opportunity for our students to engage with local employers and explore career paths right here in our community,” said Juarrieta. “We appreciate the collaboration with SEDC and neighboring school districts to make this event possible and look forward to the lasting impact it will have on our students and local industries.”
Watson says over the years the event has successfully paired students with employers. She says students who receive job offers will also have the opportunity to participate in Seguin Industry Signing Day in May 2025. She says signing day is modeled after athletic scholarship signings, but in this case, it will celebrate them entering into careers in skilled trades, a sector facing a critical labor shortage.
“Following this event, we have what is called our Seguin Industry Signing Day. We celebrate those students that are entering the workforce – or continuing their education in technical training. So, any employers that connect with a student during career day and move forward with hiring them into their workforce, we actually celebrate at Signing Day. We’ve actually had –two years in a row – with Masters Electrical Services, they have successfully found a student, hired that student on and we’ve signed them at Signing Day for them to commit to Masters Electrical Services,” said Watson.
Parents and families of students are encouraged to have students visit all career booths even those they might not have ever considered. They are also encouraged to talk to them about the various employers when they come home.
Photo courtesy SEDC Facebook
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so that we then have a kennel free to go pull another dog from the shelter. If you’re not interested in being on the dog side, our veterans stay with us for 21 days and we have a program where you can provide a meal to them while they’re in class and give them that sense of home while they’re away from home training with their new service dog,” said Henning.
Pairing these dogs up with veterans is an amazing bit of work. Henning says K9s For Warriors isn’t just helping the veteran and the dog, but the pairing really helps them to spread an amazing amount of love and support. She says it touches more lives than you might first suspect.
“There are so many parts of our program that are benefiting more than just that individual. The service dog is saving the veteran. The veteran is saving the service dog, because they’re no longer in the shelter system. When it comes to fostering (a dog), you’re helping both the dog, and the veteran get ready for their next chapter. If you’re adopting a dog from us, you’re saving the dog that you adopted and the dog that we pulled to refill our kennel. So, it’s a lot of multifaceted aspects,” said Henning.
Sweet Dreams Senior Pet Sanctuary is saving dogs and families in a totally different, but also extremely important way. Carole Harrison runs the non-profit shelter in Seguin. Harrison says they are not your typical animal shelter.
“We are a nonprofit based here in Seguin. We support elderly individuals in the community that
have to surrender their senior pets because of a life change. Sometimes they have to go to a skillednursing facility, assisted living, or maybe they’re going to one of their kid’s houses and they can’t take the animal. So, we have a sanctuary. I bought an old house on 10 acres of land and they live out there with me. They are treated beautifully. We do visitation. If for example, the owner goes to a local nursing home, we will take them to visit so that they can keep a relationship going if they would like,” said Harrison.
Harrison’s work is a labor of love, and she does it willingly for those who need it. She also gets help from others, who might be able to help care for some of the animals. That means there are opportunities for caring individuals to help in a variety of ways. She says you don’t have to be intimidated by this work, because they’ll be there to help you along the way.
“So, somebody thinks they would love to have a senior dog, but they’re afraid of the veterinary bills or the heartworm medication is too expensive. (For those people), we do forever fosters where they can become the – we call them -- guardian angels to one of our seniors. They go live with the other person. We remain by their side for any health reasons or any respite time. When we have guardian angels that will take one of them, that makes more space at the sanctuary for more animals,” said Harrison.
Harrison says Sweet Dreams Pet Sanctuary is always looking for financial support, and she says they are also looking to grow the number of people who are available to lend a hand.
“We are building a volunteer group, and we
need volunteers to help at the sanctuary, or come to an event with us, or help spread the word, (or) whatever they feel comfortable doing. We are also looking for additional board members, if there’s someone in the community that feels that this would be their calling. We have a website that we just revamped, so we take all sorts of donations. We are a 501c3, so it is tax deductible,” said Harrison.
Harrison had a friend with her during our conversation. She introduced us to Sandy, a handsome little furry gal, who recently lost her mother. Sandy was sweet during our interview with Harrison. It’s just a clear example that, although Sandy’s mom was gone, there was still plenty of love to be given and received to this makeshift family at the sanctuary.
“Mason isn’t here with us today, but Sandy and Mason’s elderly mama passed away unexpectedly, and the sister to this person was left with her four dogs and a horse. (The sister) was able to find homes for the horse and the two younger dogs, but the two older dogs -- nobody wanted. So, she contacted us, and I said that is absolutely our mission. It’s very sad that mama passed away, but they deserve a home,” said Harrison.
More information about both nonprofit organizations can be found online at sweetdreamssps.org and at k9sforwarriors.org . Uptown Collar helped to bring those two organizations together along with many others during its grand opening event at the new pet spa and resort, located in the 1100 block of North Camp Street. You can find more information about the business at uptowncollar.com
Matadors and Lady Matadors keep unbeaten district records intact with run-rule victories
(San Antonio) -- Both the Seguin Matadors and Lady Matadors stayed perfect in District 27-5A with run-rule victories on the road over San Antonio Highlands on Friday.
The Lady Mats ran away from the Lady Owls 16-4. Erin Johnston had four RBI on the night including a solo home run. Camryn Rios went 4-for5 and drove in three runs. Seguin is 6-0 in district, they’ll next play at San Antonio Lanier on Friday.
The Seguin Matadors shutout Highlands 14-0. Will Gray Mahaffey, Samuel Edwards and Griffin Welfel each had three hits. Welfel struck out three in two innings pitched on the mound. The Matadors are 4-0 in district, they will host Sam Houston tomorrow afternoon in a game we’ll have on KWED.
The Matadors and Hurricanes will meet at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday at Matador Legends Ballpark. We’ll have all the play-by-play action with our Matador baseball coverage starting at around 4:20 p.m. on Tuesday afternoon an AM 1580 and streaming at SeguinToday.com.
(Fischer) -- And the Navarro Lady Panther softball team fell 10-3 on the road at Canyon Lake in District 26-4A action on Friday afternoon.
The Lady Panthers will host Bandera tomorrow night at Navarro High School. First pitch is set for 7 p.m.
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Penshorn
Jimmie Oscar Penshorn, age 84 of New Berlin, Texas passed away in his home on Thursday, March 20, 2025.
Jimmie was born on October 27, 1940 to the late Marvin and Annie (Lenz) Penshorn. He attended the New Berlin school for 10 years and graduated from Seguin High School in 1957.
Jimmie married Maxine Volkmann on June 25, 1960. They were married for 58 years until Maxine’s passing in 2019.
Jimmie started his career with the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Union #60 on April 6, 1966 and retired in 2002. In his childhood he enjoyed riding his paint horses and shooting marbles in the sand.
As an adult he was recognized as one of the top pool players in San Antonio, Texas. He also enjoyed playing dominos and cards at the local bar in New
Carroll
BG James Langton Carroll (US Army, Ret.), 93, of Seguin, Texas, passed away on February 27, 2025. Born on October 22, 1931 to Colonel James Vincent and Mary Carroll. He earned degrees from West Point in 1954 and Washington University in 1963. In the Army, he protected the Little Rock 9. He retired from the Army reserves in 1984 and from Contel in 1990.
Jim is survived by his wife, Florence Carroll; daughters, Susannah Card and Francesca Dutton; grandchildren, Randy
Berlin with his many friends.
Jimmie is survived by his five children, Karen Leinweber, Laurie Guerrero, Darryl Penshorn (Rebe), Brian Penshorn (Charmin), Todd Penshorn; 10 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren; 1 sister in-law; numerous nieces, nephews, family, and friends.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Maxine; parents, Marvin and Annie Penshorn; 1 grandson; 1 nephew; mother and father in-law; 1 sister; and 2 brothers in-law.
A visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 from 9:30 to 10:30am at Finch Funeral Chapel, in La Vernia, Texas. The funeral services will begin there at 10:30 am, with Pastor Eric Miletti officiating. Burial will immediately follow the services at the Immanuel Lutheran cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be Jeff Pakebusch, Cody Dodge, Scottie Peoples, Keith Vader, Kurt Smith, Jeffrey Witte.
The Penshorn family would like to thank all of the staff at All Seasons Hospice of Texas for their support. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made out to Immanuel Lutheran Church, in Jimmie Penshorns name.
(Kathleen) Card, Todd (Kate) Card, Katherine Dutton, Sarah (Matt) Scheu, and Victoria (John) Worlow; and 8 great grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his wives, Susannah Carroll and Wilma Oakley Carroll; his daughter, Camile Carroll McLaughlin; his parents and his sisters.
Visitation is at Tres Hewell Mortuary on Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at 5 p.m. followed by a Rosary at 6 p.m. The Funeral Mass is Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Graveside services are at 1 p.m. at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Indian School in Chamberlain, SD. To read more about Jim’s life, visit www.treshewell.com.
Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Stevens
Maj Richard Michael “Mike” Stevens, USAF, Ret., age 81 of Edgemont, Arkansas, formerly of Seguin, Texas, went home to be with Jesus on March 12, 2025. Born May 28, 1943 in Weslaco, Texas to Ralph and Esther Stevens, he was the youngest of 4 children, including Edith Drawe, Ralph Stevens Jr, and Patricia White. He grew up on the Rio Grande River where he earned his nickname “Mud Hen” and wrecked many cars and airplanes. He attended Texas A&M University where he earned a degree in business and served in the Corps of Cadets; he later earned his MBA from St. Mary’s University. Upon graduation from A&M, he began his military career in the United States Air Force as a fighter pilot. He served with distinction and honor for 20 years, during which he fought in the Vietnam War and was a recipient of the Distinguish Flying Cross, the Meritorious Service Medal and the Vietnam Gallantry Cross, among other medals.
Upon returning from Vietnam, he married the love of his life, Nancy Pippin Brett on November 23, 1968. Together they had 2 daughters, Pippin and Summer, who were the apples of his eye.
More than being a husband and father, having a military career or owning his own real estate company, American Realty of Seguin, Mike Stevens was a man of God. After coming to know the Lord at 33 years old, Mike’s desire was to serve Jesus. His service began in his own home with his wife and children and spread to the community and beyond. Anyone who knew Mike, knew that he put God first. He led a nursing home ministry for 28 years, he went
Schulze
Arnold Eugene Schulze passed away in New Braunfels, Texas on March 21, 2025, at the age of 94 years.
Arnold was born on February 10, 1931 to Ella Zwicke Schulze and Eugene Fritz Schulze in Guadalupe County, Texas. He married Verlyn Wesch, the love of his life, on February 13, 1954. Arnold and Verlyn were married for 69 years and worked side by side to achieve success in farming, ranching, and the establishment and running of their business, Schulze Grain.
Arnold began his career as a successful farmer, rancher, and business owner at the young age of 14 when he had to leave school to work on the family farm following the untimely death of his father. For a period of time, he farmed over 1,000 acres. During drought years Arnold worked off the farm finding employment with Alamo Iron Works and Gaylord Box Company in San Antonio, and T&E Tractor in Seguin. As a young farmer, Arnold also did custom farming to supplement the farm income. Arnold won numerous awards for his excellence in farming, including Lion’s International Fort Worth Press Conservationist of the Year for Guadalupe, Comal, and Hays Soil Conservation District, and the Seguin Guadalupe County Chamber of Commerce Agriculture Award in 1984, and was very well respected in the farming community. When not busy on the farm, Arnold and Verlyn enjoyed traveling to the Lucky Eagle Casino in Eagle Pass. Arnold was also an avid hunter, hunting in the sandhills, Hill country, South Texas, and Colorado.
Arnold loved being on the tractor plowing, planting, and harvesting the land. He loved his cows and checked them daily until he could no longer do so, in his trusty beloved 1982 GMC pickup complete with rope hung on the
on multiple mission trips and he served the Seguin community with all of his heart. This is the greatest inheritance that he could have left for us.
Preceding Mike in death are his parents, sister, Edith Drawe, brother, Ralph Stevens, Jr., and his brothers-in-law, Buzzy White and Tillis Brett. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Nancy Stevens; daughter and son-in-law, Pippin and Jared Galloway and their 2 daughters, Ansley and Lily; daughter and son-in-law, Summer and Jeff Herrod and their 3 sons, Tristan, Jordan and Sevrin; his sister, Patricia White, brothers-in-law Gene and Henry Brett (Debbie) and sisters-in-law, Jane Jones (Jimmy), Claudette Brett and April Cubbison; numerous beloved nieces, nephews and a host of friends.
Visitation will begin on Monday, March 31, 2025 at 11:00 a.m., Monday, March 31, 2025 at the Porter Loring Mortuary Chapel, 1101 McCullough, San Antonio, Texas 78212, followed by funeral service at 12:00 p.m. with the Reverend Christopher Larson and the Reverend Robert K. Odom officiating. Graveside services and interment with full military honors will follow at 2:15 p.m. at Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery. A reception will follow. For those whom desire both the funeral service and the graveside service may be livestreamed at https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mf-fwp/hewell/ hewell_20250331.html.
Serving as pallbearers will be Jared Galloway, Jeff Herrod, Jordan Herrod, Sevrin Herrod, Graham Allen, Grayson Allen and Conner Allen.
Memorial contributions to honor Mike’s inheritance can be made to: New Life Fellowship Church, 16489 TX-123, Seguin, TX 78155 or to West Side First Baptist Church, 7025 Greers Ferry Road, Greers Ferry, AR 72067. 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.
driver side mirror for any cattle emergencies that he might come across. In his later years, Arnold also enjoyed reading the paper, doing word puzzles, scratching his favorite lottery tickets, and eating “the best” cheese enchiladas, and drinking sweet tea from The Palms.
Arnold was proceeded in death by his wife, Verlyn, his sister, Laura Mae Gerdes, and husband George, Jr., his brother Elroy Schulze, and wife Katherine, his sister, Evelyn Norman, and husband Bert, brother-in-law, Jerome Wesch, and wife Hildegard, brother-in-law Roger Wesch, and sister-in-law, Joyce Hoffmann, and husband Lawrence.
Arnold is survived by his daughters, Denise Hufnagl (Robert), Cherryl Baethge (Darryl), and Pamela Grandstaff (Gary), his grandchildren who knew him as “Opie”, Kelly Schumann (Matthew), Jennifer Lott (Simon), Katy Dylla (Charlie), Robert Allen Hufnagl, Ethan Zwicke, Robert Baethge (Melissa), and Ken Baethge. He is also survived by 13 great-grandchildren who knew him as “Great Opie”, sister-in-law, Bernadette “Bobbie” Wesch, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Visitation will be from 5-7 on Thursday, March 27, 2025 at Tres Hewell Mortuary, with graveside services on Friday, March 28, 2025 at 2:00 pm at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park with the Reverend Marcus Bigott officiating.
Serving as pallbearers are Matthew Schumann, Ethan Zwicke, Charlie Dylla, Simon Lott, Robert Allen Hufnagl, and Darren Reiley.
The family would like to thank Mark, Lupe, and Cheryl of Jacob’s home for the loving care they have given Arnold over the past seven months.
Rest in peace Dad.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Arnold’s memory may be made to Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, 206 N. Travis St., Seguin, Texas 78155, or to a charity of one’s choice.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
VITAL STATISTICS
Krueger
Trixie Bell Dotson Krueger, age 86 of Seguin passed away surrounded by her loving family on March 19, 2025. Trixie was born in Seguin, Texas, on September 17, 1938 to Lillie Caroline (Schafer) and Henry Gordon Dotson, Sr.
Trixie is preceded in death by her parents; husband, Wayne Frederick Krueger; sisters, Mary Dotson, Geraldine Dotson Reneau; brother, Leslie Clay Dotson and great-grandson, Bryson.
Survivors include her sons, Richard Krueger, Mark Krueger (Valerie); daughter, Ginger Krueger; grandchildren, Luke Krueger, McKayla Krueger (Josh), Eric Krueger, Patrick Krueger (Darby), Presley Krueger, Kyndra Krueger and Alex Rodriguez; great-grandchildren, Alayah, Emma, Khloe, Bellagray; sisters, Barbara Neumann (Ernest), Lillian Barganier (William)
and Betty Jahnsen; brothers, Jimmy Dotson (Charlotte) and Henry Dotson, Jr. (Judy); brother-in-law, Elmer Ray Reneau; numerous, nieces, uncles, aunts and other loving friends that were extended family.
Trixie adored her family especially her grandchildren. She always had an open heart so when her children had friends in need of a place to stay her home was always warm, loving and welcoming. She worked as a school bus driver for over 30 years with the Seguin ISD. Trixie enjoyed planting house plants and took a passion in fishing but with a cane pole not your normal fishing pole. She will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Guadalupe Regional Hospice Services, 1215 East Court Street, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or a charity of one’s choice.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Harborth
Leslie Max Harborth, age 86 of Seguin, passed away on March 17, 2025. Leslie was born on September 4, 1938 in Guadalupe County, Texas, to Clara (Neff) and Oscar Henry Harborth.
He is preceded in death by his parents, his siblings, Stanley Lee Harborth and wife Sandra, Clarence Eddie Harborth, and Elroy Harborth, and son-in-law, John Douglas Everett.
Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years, Jo Carolyn Harborth; daughter, Rose Everett; grandsons, Robert Radtke, and Chandler Radtke and wife Sara; great-grandson, Baxter Griffin-Radtke; great-granddaughter, Annabelle Rousch; brother, Kenneth Harborth and wife Margaret; sisters-in-law, Doris Harborth, Helen Wall and Lilo Mondin;
brother-in-law, Hilmar Louis Mondin and wife Margaret; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.
Visitation will begin on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 10 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 10:30 and the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. with the Reverend Gregory J. Nevlud officiating. Entombment will follow in the St. James Catholic Church Mausoleum. A reception will follow.
Serving as pallbearers will be Dalton Harborth, Logan Harborth, Wilburn Harborth, Bradley Mondin, Chad Mondin, Sidney Mondin, and Daniel Boenig. Honorary pallbearer will be Weldon Harborth.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, Southwest Affiliate, P. O. 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.
Mathis
Kevin Lynn Mathis, age 59 of Seguin, passed away on March 18, 2025. Kevin was born on July 21, 1965 in Seguin, to Sylvia Eva Pesson Weldon and Roy Lynn Mathis.
Kevin was a graduate of Seguin High School Class of 1983.
He is preceded in death by his father, his stepfather, George “Guy” Weldon, his mother-in-law, Alice Smith, his sister-in-law, Jacquelyn Smith and nephew, Matthew Vincent.
Survivors include his loving wife of 37 years, Fonda Mathis; son, Kyle Mathis and wife, Persia; mother, Sylvia Weldon; brother, Chad Mathis and wife Amber; nephews and nieces, Brandon Mathis and wife Liza, Michelle Smith, John Vincent and wife Robin, and Jenna Marie Vincent; father-inlaw, James J. Smith; sister-in-law, Donna Beck; numerous other loving family members and a host of friends.
A celebration of life is being planned for later in the Spring.
Kevin will be remembered as one of the nicest and kindest persons anyone could have ever known. We were blessed to call him friend.
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.
US TB Cases Rise To Highest Levels In Dozen Years
(Undated) -- Last year tuberculosis cases in the U.S. rose their highest levels in over a dozen years. The CDC says 10-thousand cases were reported which is eight-percent more than in 2023. Tuberculosis rates were up in all age groups and 34 states reported an increase. The CDC says the rise is mostly due to international travel and migration. Tuberculosis is caused by bacteria that commonly attacks the lungs and is spread through the air when an infected person coughs or sneezes. The World Health Organization says more than a million people around the world die of tuberculosis each year, making it the deadliest infectious disease.
Cannabis Users Under 50 More Likely To Have Heart Attack
(Undated) -- Young people who consume marijuana are more likely to have a heart attack. A new study found that people under the age of 50 who consume marijuana are more than six times more likely to experience a heart attack than non-marijuana users. The study also shows young marijuana users are more likely to experience heart failure and an ischemic stroke. The lead researcher says until there is more solid data, he advises people to try to regulate their cannabis use.
FDA Releases Online Database To Check Contaminants
(Silver Spring, MD) -- The FDA is launching an online database to evaluate potential contaminants in foods. The Chemical Contaminants Transparency Tool is part of an FDA program to modernize food safety. The searchable database has a consolidated list of contaminant levels in different food items.
FDA Recalls Cheese Sold At Aldi’s In Four States
(Undated) -- A recall has been issued for Aldi’s Happy Farms shredded colby jack cheese in four states over the possibility they contain metal fragments. The Food and Drug Administration issued the Class II recall affecting around 48-hundred bags of cheese. The recalled products were sold in Connecticut, Michigan, Ohio and Pennsylvania with best-by dates are July 13th and 14th, 2025.
March
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.
Introduction to Watercolor Part 3 with Cat
The Seguin Art League will be hosting Introduction to Watercolor Part 3 at 1:30 p.m. on March 26 at 104 S. Austin, Seguin. The class covers painting leaves with granulating watercolor, negative painting, resists, and alcohol effects. Cost is $35 including supplies, for adults 18+, limited to 10 participants. For information, call 830-305-0472.
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.
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, 18-hole 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 830-4012480 for more information.
Camping 101 Workshop
The City of Seguin Parks and Recreation, in partnership with Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center and Seguin Independent School District, will be hosting the Camping 101 Workshop at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 29, at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center. This workshop will introduce youth to the basics of camping, including tent setup, essential gear, and responsible camping behaviors. The session for grades 2 and 3 will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., followed by grades 4 and 5 from 10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. The cost is $5 per participant, and each registered participant will receive a small gift.
Card Swipe with Inks and Watercolor Class
The Seguin Art League will be hosting Card Swipe with Inks and Watercolor class at 2 p.m. on March 29 at 104 S. Austin, Seguin. Participants will create abstract landscapes on watercolor paper using plastic cards. Cost is $35; adults 18+ only, class limited to 10. Bring an old towel, plastic trash bag, and old gift or credit cards. For information, call 830-305-0472.
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.
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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 830-5564271 or email allyouthsports@yahoo.com.
Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers Sporting Clays Shoot Fundraiser
Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers will be hosting a Sporting Clays Shoot Fundraiser at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, March 29 at Moyesway Shooting Sports. This event supports crime prevention efforts in the community, and sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses looking to contribute to public safety while gaining local visibility. Donations toward law enforcement teams and raffle prizes are also welcomed. For more information, contact Kenna Schievelbein at 830481-7824 or k.schievelbein@yahoo.com.
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.
Native Plant Society Monthly Meeting
The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at St. John Lutheran Church on FM 465 in Marion, Texas. Presenter Cheryl Hamilton will discuss “Invasive Plants: Stop the Spread, Spread the Word!” Social time begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by the program at 7:00 p.m., with a short business meeting to follow. Meetings are free and open to the public. For more information, visit npsot.org/chapters/guadalupe.
Seguin Art League’s Unwind Your Drawing Skills Class
The Seguin Art League will be hosting the Unwind Your Drawing Skills class from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on April 11 at 104 S. Austin, Seguin. This class, open to participants 18 and older, will focus on observing and practicing drawing skills with an emphasis on textures, from smooth to rough. The session will conclude with a setup featuring a furry favorite. The cost is $20, including basic supplies, with a minimum of eight participants required. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
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 handson workshop is part of the Nature Series and encourages participants to explore and learn about the natural world. Registration is required at this link. Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Spring Cleanup The Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Watershed Partnership will host the Spring Stream Cleanup from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 12. Volunteers can meet at either the Seguin Outdoor Learning Center (1865 E US Highway 90) or Oak Creek Elementary in New Braunfels (3060 Goodwin Ln). Cleanup supplies will be provided, and limited special event t-shirts are
available for participants. Free breakfast tacos and coffee will be offered. Registration is open at geronimocreek.org.
Field of Honor® Plate Sale
Field of Honor® will be hosting a plate sale from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, at Cash America Pawn, located at 1111 E Court St. Each plate is $12 and includes half a chicken, cowboy potatoes, beans, and trimmings. Drinks and baked goods will also be available for purchase. Proceeds will support Field of Honor® and its initiatives.
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.
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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.
Business After-Hours Networking
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will host a Business After-Hours Networking event from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, at the Seguin Chamber Office, located at 116 N. Camp St., Seguin, TX 78155. Sponsored by the Mid-Texas Symphony, this event provides an opportunity for professionals to connect and engage with the local business community. Chamber members are reminded to bring their membership cards for entry.
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
16th Annual Cinco de Mayo Pachanga in Seguin
The League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) Council 682 is hosting the 16th Annual Cinco de Mayo Pachanga on May 2-3, 2025, in Seguin’s Central Park. The festival runs from 5:00 p.m. to midnight on Friday and noon to midnight on Saturday,
celebrating Seguin’s connection to the 1862 Battle of Puebla
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 explore 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 fun-filled 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.
Ongoing Community Calendar Items
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.
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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 1095A (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 830-372-5980.
Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program
The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-9561155.
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, drugfree 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 423-2279610 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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