SDN: April 1, 2024

SISD gets update on district wide bond projects

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) – Although it has taken a little longer than they had hoped, construction at AJB is finally ending.

Sharing the update with members of the Seguin ISD Board of Trustees is Bill Lewis, the consultant tasked with overseeing the district’s bond projects.

Lewis says A.J. Briesemeister has officially undergone a complete

transformation at its current site. He says the 2019 voter-approved project was put into motion approximately one year later.

“AJB is 99 percent complete. Everything that is going on right now is just touchups and is going and finding things that aren’t sealed up right or maybe if we don’t like the way

it looks and those kinds of things –kind of getting the touchups done at this point,” said Lewis.

Lewis says the original deadline for its completion was August 2023, the start of this current school year. However, he says there are always challenges when you are building around kids and are forced to provide minimal interruption for the students and the school as a whole.

Nonetheless, he says there has been a great team effort from the very

beginning. He especially applauds the staff and administrators for their patience and for making things happen.

Lewis says the final notch on the project wrapped up on the west end of the campus.

“The last was the building that kind of sits off by itself. It used to be a science building. It was the last building that was renovated and was just completed (last week) and so they will be moving in (this) week.

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Do you have the ugliest AC in town?

Business to host AC giveaway

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) – Something ugly and lurking in your yard might make you the Diamond Air’s 25th-anniversary contest giveaway winner. The local AC and heating services company in Seguin is seeking nominations for its “Ugliest AC” contest. The winner selected will win a brand-new AC unit.

Owner Krista Moreno says the idea for the contest is simple.

“We are looking for the ugliest air conditioner in Seguin. We are trying to help someone that hasn’t been able to put one in or be able to afford a new air conditioner so there’s a lot of them out there. You do have to currently have air conditioning installed in your home so it can’t be a new one. It has to be a retrofit. So, we are just trying to help somebody out and give it away and celebrate our anniversary because Seguin has been so good to us,” said Moreno.

Moreno says she knows that ugly AC units exist out there and says over the years of doing business, they’ve seen their fair share.

“The picture that is on our website, is an actual air conditioner that we took out of our scrapyard and put in front of our building to take a picture of,” said Moreno.

Moreno says they are excited about being able to host this contest and providing a brand-new inside and outside unit system. She says residents in Guadalupe County are welcome to nominate themselves, a friend, a family member, or neighbor.

“Go on there. It can’t hurt. I mean it’s a very simple

application. It’s a picture of you. It’s a picture of your air conditioner. It’s your name, address, phone number and email address. There’s some terms and conditions that are required. Take pictures of them and send them in. We are going to start going through them one by one. We will be calling people with the ugliest pictures, and we do have on there that we would need to be able to go out and take a look at it and make sure the electrical is good, up to code, things like that so that we can actually do the installation,” said Moreno.

The deadline to submit an entry is Friday, April 12 at 10 p.m. Leading up to the drawing on April 19, Diamond Air will be hosting online giveaways every Friday and offering some great prizes.

Visit its website at acrepairseguin.com or Facebook page for more details on the contest or to submit an entry for the ugliest AC in Seguin.

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That’s for our special education services. There’s also some CTE classes, robotics classroom – there’s a computer lab in there. There are some offices in there for special education and other folks,” said Lewis.

Lewis was also sure to mention that the final portable for that campus was officially hauled away.

He says once the final details at AJB are addressed, then the school district can turn its full attention elsewhere.

“As soon as they finish, we get the punch list and when we get to the point that we are happy with everything on the building then, it will be finished and then we will move on from there,” said Lewis

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Also, it’s only been a few months since the district has been operating with one foot at AJB and the other at the new baseball and softball complex at Seguin High School. Lewis says the $7.8 million project is reportedly running smoothly and on schedule.

“That project is going along great. They are moving fast. They are working fast. Everything is on time. The field turf, the actual turf for the field is coming in about a month early so you will start to see that going down probably the first eight, nine days of April. You will see that going down. That takes about a month or so to get in and get installed but you will see that going quick. The fences will be going up at some point. You already see the fence poles. The light poles come in in the middle of April, the concession, restroom – the ticket booth, the blocking is almost complete for that and then you will see the façade blocking go up. So, it’s going really quick,” said Lewis.

The plan, currently, is to have the field ready to go in time for summer programming and skills clinics.

Behind-the-scenes work is well underway for the Seguin ISD’s first-ever agriculture science facility. The $9 million ag center, being built at 1329 Ilka Road, was

approved by voters in 2022. Lewis says the last few weeks have been spent on drafting plans. He says these plans are crucial in ensuring students get the very best.

“So, the planning is going great with our Ag teachers. We meet every few weeks and they are providing all the input of what they need and it’s going to be state-ofthe-art for what they ask for. They are getting what they ask for as far as being able to house the animals, clean the animals, show the animals. There is a practice arena there as well. There is a separate building for poultry. It’s going to have all the components that they are needing to raise what I call ‘champion animals,’ and it’s going to be a great opportunity because Ag is such a big part of this community and we’ve never had an Ag barn here, so this is going to be awesome. So, hopefully way more kids can get involved and have great places to care for their animals,” said Lewis.

Another project that is also moving along and will be wrapping up very soon is the expansion of Ball Early Childhood Center.

District officials say they are 90 percent complete at Ball. The project includes new classrooms. A punch list walk-through for that campus is slated for sometime in the next couple of weeks.

Ashlyn Strother Honored as NFCA National Pitcher of the Week

LOUISVILLE, KY -- Senior Ashlyn Strother (Seabrook/Clear Falls) has been named NFCA/Wilson National Pitcher of the Week, the organization announced Tuesday afternoon. This marks the second time in Strother’s career she has received the major weekly award (first: Mar. 15, 2022).Strother, who was named the SCAC Pitcher of the Week on Monday, led the No. 15 Texas Lutheran softball team (12-2, 5-1 SCAC) in the circle to four wins over the course of six games last week.

The Seabrook, Texas, native totaled 47 strikeouts and 23 innings of shutout ball across her four appearances. With those shutouts, Strother lowers her earned run average to a SCAC-leading 0.60. Strother now leads the SCAC with nine wins and 73 strikeouts this season.

Strother won all four of her starts, throwing the second perfect game of her career on March 22 and her third and fourth career individual no-hitters over the weekend. Strother would strike out 13 out of 15 batters faced in her perfect game against Dallas on Friday and 12 out of 16 batters faced in her no-hitter on Saturday, March 23. She allowed just eight baserunners across her four outings, holding opponents to go just 5-for-73 (.068). Strother would become TLU Softball’s all-time strikeout leader in her start against Southwestern on Monday, surpassing Cathy McBride’’s previous record of 502 over the course of the 1994 through 1997 seasons. Strother reached the record in 456.2 innings while McBride’s came over a career spanning a program record of 617.2 innings. Strother, who currently has 541 strikeouts, is seventh amongst active Division-III pitchers in career strikeouts and ranks fourth in SCAC history in the category. The shutout also marked the 28th of her career, ranking second amongst active Division-III pitchers.

This is the first time this season a Bulldog has been recognized by the NFCA for a weekly award.

Texas Lutheran returns to SCAC play and continues their brief five-game homestand against Austin College on Thursday, Mar. 28. First pitch is scheduled for 6 PM. The game will be streamed on TLU’s YouTube Channel, TLU+. All streaming and live stats links can be found on tlubulldogs.com.

For more information on Texas Lutheran softball, follow the Bulldogs on Facebook (@txlutheransoftball), X (Twitter) (@ TLUsoftball), and Instagram (@tlu_softball) and as always you can find updates on all Texas Lutheran athletics on tlubulldogs.com and all official TLU social media channels (@tluathletics on Twitter, @tlu_ athletics on Instagram and TikTok, and @tlubulldogs on Facebook).

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VITAL STATISTICS

Atzger

Carolyn Emma (Hartmann) Atzger, age 79, passed away on March 27, 2024. She was born on December 14, 1944, in Marion, Texas to Edna (Staats) Hartmann and Achilles Hartmann. Carolyn attended school in Marion and graduated in 1963 where she was Salutatorian of her graduating class. On December 14, 1968, she married Eugene Atzger at St. James Catholic Church in Seguin, Texas. Following high school, Carolyn worked at Sagebiel’s Home & Auto Center from 1963 to 1966. She began a long career in 1966 with Donegan Insurance Agency which later became Barnard-Donegan Insurance. Her keen sense of accountability served the agency well as she meticulously managed the financial records for 45 years. Carolyn was not afraid to embrace technology when the agency transitioned from hard copy records to the digital age. She enjoyed learning more about technology, even beyond retirement.

She made many friends in the community being an active member of the St. James School and Church community. She served on the PTA for many years and there was not one field trip or class party she missed while Tricia, her daughter, attended St. James School. Following her retirement, Carolyn remained active in the church community by helping count weekly contributions and participating in other various parish functions. She also participated in the TOPS Chapter #1201 for many years.

Carolyn and Gene enjoyed traveling and camping. Some of her favorite trips were to Branson, Missouri, and Alpine, Texas. She also cherished her granddaughters, Tylynn and Campbell. Omie, as they called her, enjoyed sewing them dresses when they were young. They were known to call her requesting a new dress in their recent favorite colors. Carolyn always looked forward to spending time with the girls during their summer vacations and providing them the opportunity to attend local summer camps at the Seguin Outdoor Learning Center. She also enjoyed hearing about her great-

Nick P. Evola, Jr, age 84, of Geronimo, Texas passed away on March 26, 2024. Nick was born on October 13, 1939, in Independence, Louisiana to Lena Evola Barcia (Noto) & Nick P. Evola, Sr.

Nick or “Mr. Nick” (if you were younger) grew in Independence, graduated high school, and joined the Army where he served as a nurse in Ft. Dix, New Jersey. After marrying the love of his life, Marena J. Schubert Evola, they moved back to Louisiana, then to Texas where they settled in Geronimo in 1972.

Nick was a social person & enjoyed getting out and about, meeting new friends, serving in the Geronimo Volunteer Fire Department as an EMT & Firefighter, being involved in the Catholic Church (serving as usher & Eucharist minister), working at the hospital as a surgical tech (Christus Santa Rosa & Guadalupe Valley

grandchildren’s milestones and receiving many pictures of them on her digital frame.

Carolyn was also known for her love of baking, especially her homemade pecan pies made with the fresh pecans harvested from their yard. Friends often requested her pies when they traveled to Schulenberg during the Thanksgiving holidays. For the longest time, Tricia thought the recipe was an heirloom family recipe – only to find out later that the recipe was on the back of the Karo syrup bottle.

Carolyn is preceded in death by her parents and survived by her husband of 55 years, Eugene Atzger; daughter, Tricia (Gregory) John; granddaughters, Tylynn (Maverick) Culp, and Campbell (Brandon) Day; great-grandchildren, Cooper Day, Caspar, Io, and Seren Culp.

Visitation will be held Thursday, April 4, 2024, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. The recitation of the Holy Rosary will be Friday, April 5, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. at St. James Catholic Church followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend Gregory J. Nevlud officiating. Entombment will follow in the St. James Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum. Pallbearers will be Michael McFarland, Tom Sedlacek, Brandon Allen, Brandon Day, Maverick Culp, and Erich Strey. Honorary Pallbearers will be Bruce Kraft, Bryan Wayne Kraft, Roger Kraft, and Ben Marrou.

The family is greatly appreciative of the love and support of their family and friends for the many phone calls, visits, and cards. They also thank the staff at Walnut Springs Health and Rehabilitation, Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, and Hope Hospice for the sincere and kind care they provided to Carolyn and her family.

Memorial donations may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

Mom, thank you for the never-ending love and support you shared with us. We will continue your legacy of God first, family second, and work last. You have reached your final reward – Good night and God Bless.

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.

Regional) & his favorite as a cashier for HEB; the customers patiently waiting in line to be cashed out by Mr. Nick. He loved his gardening (a BIG garden), butchering (he had his own “at home” butcher shop), his woodworking projects, cooking & BBQing, and his favorite pastime –watching the western TV shows.

Nick was a good & strong husband, father, uncle, and grandfather (Popo). He will be tremendously missed by his family & friends.

Nick is preceded in death by his loving wife of 63 years, Marena, his parents, his brothers Peter & Joseph, and his daughter, Grace Evola-Bourlon.

Nick is survived by his children, Johanna, N. Philip, III (Izumi), Paul (Chrissy), and Ronald (Michele); son-in-law, Richard Bourlon; his grandchildren, great-grandchildren, & many nieces & nephews.

Visitation will begin on Monday, April 1, 2024, at 9:00 am at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 9:30 am and the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 am including military honors. Interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at a later date.

You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com.

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Altherr

Frances Lillian Kluth Altherr, age 82 of Seguin passed away on March 17, 2024. Frances was born on November 12, 1941, in Guadalupe County, Texas to Norma Mary (Stautzenberger) and Erwin Kluth.

In May 1986, Frances (Kluth) Schwarzlose married Paul Altherr and they enjoyed 35 years of marriage together. With their love of God, they shared a beautiful life.

She and Paul faithfully attended St. James Catholic Church, where she participated in Saint Ann’s Circle. They were also members of the American Legion Post #245, where she held many posts in the Ladies Auxiliary. She and Paul loved to go camping and fishing, having many adventures at the state parks. She had a talent for sewing and crocheting, making clothes and blankets for her family. She was a fabulous cook, making delicious holiday meals and family dinners. She also loved gardening, enjoying many plants and flowers in and around their home. But most of all, she loved spending time with her children and grandchildren, handing down her many talents and creating precious memories.

Frances is preceded in death by her loving husband Paul Altherr, her parents, sisters, Joyce Koepsel and Clara Brownfield, and a baby brother.

Survivors include her sons, Scott Schwarzlose (Dalene), Russ Schwarzlose (Rhonda), and Dwayne Schwarzlose (Suzanne); daughter, Hope Schwarzlose Schneider (William); step-son, Nathan Altherr; step-daughter, Paulette Altherr Cowey (Stephen); grandchildren, Ryan Schwarzlose (Miranda), Katina North, Drew Schwarzlose, Megan Schwarzlose, Garrett Schneider (Eleanor), Lauren Schneider, Keith Schwarzlose (Chandler), Konner Schwarzlose, Mallori Schwarzlose, Madison Schwarzlose, Jessica Altherr Spaulding (Shawn), Derek Altherr, Sean Altherr, Krystle Cowey Gillett (Brandon), and Collin Cowey, great-grandchildren, Scarlett Gillett, Andrew Schwarzlose, Trinity Schwarzlose, Killian Schwarzlose, Sydney North, and Brynlee Mcrea; sister, Virginia Friesenhahn and husband Lawrence; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members, and many friends.

Visitation will begin on Saturday, April 6, 2024, at 9:30 A.M. followed by a memorial service celebrating Frances’ life at 10:30 A.M. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Jim Price officiating. A reception will be announced at the service.

Private family graveside services and interment will be held in San Geronimo Cemetery prior.

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.

Russell Wayne Clopton passed peacefully into the arms of his Savior on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Russell was born in Seguin, TX, on September 24, 1973, to Rusty and Sandy Clopton. He graduated from Seguin High School in 1992, and received a BA in English Studies from Texas Lutheran University in 1998.

On March 7, 1998, he married his high school sweetheart, Pamela Clark. He is preceded in death by paternal grandparents, Jack and Charlotte Clopton, and maternal grandparents, Marvin and Thusnelda Friedeck.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 26 years, Pamela; his parents; brother, David (Susan) Clopton; in-laws, David and Judy Clark; sister-inlaw, Cindy (Steve) Meeker; brother-in-law, Russell Clark; and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins.

A Celebration of Life will be 10am, Friday, March 29th at Grace Gardens Funeral Home. A visitation will be 6-8pm, Thursday, March 28th, also at Grace Gardens Funeral Home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society or Mission Waco.

You are invited to sign the guestbook at www.gracegardensfh.com.

Arrangements are under the direction of Grace Gardens Funeral Home and Crematorium, 8220 Woodway Dr., Waco, TX 76712, 254741-0404.

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Adcock

Gerard A. Adcock, age 89 of Stockdale, passed away on March 28, 2024.

Gerard was born on June 19, 1934, in San Antonio, Texas to Rosalee (Campbell) and Evan Adcock.

Gerard grew up in San Antonio and will be remembered as a graduate of St. Gerard High School. He proudly served his country in the United States Army during the Korean Conflict. Most of Gerard’s career was spent as the Director of Biomedical Repair in both Houston and Victoria.

Gerard was preceded in death by his son, Andy, his parents, and his siblings, Margie, Rosemary, Evelyn, Michele, Doris, and Evan.

Survivors include his loving wife of 67 years, Shirley Ann Fisher Adcock; sons, Dale Adcock, Jeffrey Adcock (Mirabel), and Christopher Adcock; brother, Barney Adcock; grandchildren, Daniel, Sarah, Wayden, Keith, Trey, Jake, and Madisyn; great-grandchildren, Caitlyn, Eulaila, and Lucious; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members, and friends.

The Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, at 2 p.m. at the Holy Cross Mausoleum Chapel in San Antonio, Texas with the Reverend Canon Stanislaw Fiuk officiating. Interment with military honors will follow immediately in the Holy Cross Cemetery outside the chapel.

Memorial contributions may be made to Memorial Processing, ST Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 501 ST Jude Pl, Memphis, TN, 38105-9959 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 Chapel, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

STD Rates Increase In Senior Citizens (Undated) -- Rates of sexually transmitted diseases are skyrocketing among older Americans. This week the CDC revealed rates of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis in people over 55 more than doubled in the U.S. between 2012 and 2022. In those ten years, rates of syphilis among seniors increased seven-fold. Factors driving up rates of STDs include longer life spans and a lack of sex education among older adults.

Colorectal Cancer Increases Among Younger Adults (San Diego, CA) -- Doctors say colorectal cancer is steadily rising among younger adults across the country. The American Cancer Society says diagnoses are up roughly 25% since 1995, for people younger than 55. Oncologist Dr. Darren Sigal of the Scripps Clinic says it’s important to pay attention to symptoms. Colorectal cancer is now the number one cause of cancer-related death for men under 50 and the number two cause for women. Just 20 years ago, it was the number four cause of death for both age groups. Symptoms include a change in bowel habits, blood in stool, belly pain that doesn’t go away, and unintentional weight loss.

Five More Measles Cases Confirmed In Chicago (Chicago, IL) -- Chicago’s measles outbreak is getting worse. Health officials have confirmed five more cases in the city, bringing the total number of measles cases to 31. That accounts for all cases in the state of Illinois and the most measles cases in the last 15 years. Children under four-years-old account for 21 of the 31 confirmed cases and the majority are in the Pilsen migrant shelter.

Research Reveals Most Americans Support Marijuana Legalization (Washington, D.C.) -- Most Americans now believe marijuana should be legal. A survey from Pew Research Center found 88-percent of Americans think cannabis should be legal for recreational or medicinal use. While nearly six out of ten believe it should be legal for both uses, around three out of ten think it should only be legal for medical purposes. About ten-percent believe it should be outlawed. The survey also revealed that more Americans disagree over the effects of legalizing the drug, with only half believing legalization has a positive economic impact.

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Registration Open for City Summer Day Camp Registration is now open for the City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department’s Just for Kids Summer Day Camp program for those who have completed Kindergarten through 5th grade, not to exceed 11 years of age. The camp operates from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. from Monday, June 3 to Friday, Aug. 2. There is a $25 registration fee due at the time of registration and the weekly fee is $110. To register, visit the Park and Recreation office at 600 River Drive west, or www.seguintexas.gov/summercamp. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Take-N-Make Adult Craft – Origami Paper Fans

This April, the Seguin Public Library will distribute Adult Take-N-Make Origami Paper Fan Craft Kits. The kit includes all the materials to make an Origami paper fan. Kits will be distributed on a first come first serve basis. Craft kits are for adults only, while supplies last. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Walk-N-Talk Across Texas

The Texas A&M Agrilife Extension will to host the 5th-week of its Walk Across Texas! 8-week program at noon on Mondays at the Seguin Public Library. Teams of 8 can register, or individuals can be grouped into teams. Every week participants will log miles and track team’s progress. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov.

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group

The NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group for adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30-8 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month at First Methodist Church. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

I Dream a World: TLU Spring Choir Tour

The TLU I Dream a World - Spring Choir Tour will have its free final concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 2 in the Chapel of the Abiding Presence on the campus of Texas Lutheran University.

Texas Lutheran University Tax Clinic

The Texas Lutheran University Tax Clinic will be open to the public through Monday, April 15. Hours of operation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. every Wednesday and from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. The clinic is located at 1000 West Court Street in Seguin. To drop off materials, drive in the Main Entrance off of Court Street and get in line. A volunteer will be there to greet

you. Taxpayers will then remain in their cars, and student volunteers will come to you and gather tax information, and provide the tax return to you. For further questions, call 830372-6050.

AA Meetings

The Seguin Primary Purpose Group of AA will meet at 7 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 315 S. Crockett St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-386-0334.

Chamber Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 3 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. The meal is $20 for members in advance and $25 for non-members and late registration. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

Pecan Valley Communicators

The Pecan Valley Communicators, a community club dedicated to helping members become better speakers and leaders, will meet at 6:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. The annual dues are $24.

NAMI Family Support Group

The NAMI Family Support Group for adult family members and friends of adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at First Methodist Church Seguin. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Caregiver Cafe

There will be a Caregiver Cafe at 9 a.m. on the 1st Thursday of the month at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church and at 2 p.m. on the 3rd Sunday of the month at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church. This will be an informal gathering for caregivers to share with each other over a cup of coffee and refreshments while learning stress-relieving, relaxation techniques or hearing from guest speakers on helpful subjects. For more information, call 830-272-0040, ext. 104 and leave a message.

Parkinson’s Support Group

The Gonzales Area Parkinson’s Support Group will meet from 6 to 8 p.m. the 1st Thursday of each month in the Fellowship Hall at the Presbyterian Church, located at 414 St. Louis St. in Gonzales. For more information visit lonestarparkinsonsociety.com or email gapsg23@ gmail.com.

The Big Red Barn Gala

The Big Red Barn will have a Gala fundraising event beginning at 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 4 at 390 Cordova Rd. in Seguin. Don your cowboy hats and boots or your favorite cocktail attire. There will be a happy hour, tours, dinner, live auction, and entertainment by William Beckmann. Tables are limited, secure yours or sign up for sponsorships by calling 281-6582165 or emailing nicole.zta@gmail.com.

Celebrate Recovery

The Celebrate Recovery ministry at Crossroads Church meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday nights at 3455 W. Hwy 90 in Seguin. Celebrate recovery is for anyone dealing with anxiety, alcohol, depression, codependency, unforgiveness, self doubt, addiction, grief, eating disorders, relationships, anger, substance abuse, destructive behavior, spending, stress, and more. For more information call 830-2512080.

Citizens Fire Academy Seeking Applicants

The City of Seguin Fire Department is seeking applicants for its free Citizens Fire Academy that will run from Thursday, April 11 to Thursday, June 13 and will be held at various fire stations and facilities. It is open to anyone 18 years of age or older who resides in Seguin. All applicants will undergo a background check. Space is limited to the first 12 applicants. The deadline to apply is Friday, April 5. Applications can be submitted online at www.seguintexas. gov/197/Citizens-Fire-Academy or at the Fire Administration Office located inside the Municipal Court Building at 660 S. Hwy. 46. For more information, call 830-401-2321.

TLU Front Row 2024

The Texas Lutheran University is celebrating 20 years of Front Row with Verne Lundquist and Terry Bradshaw from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, April 5 at the Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk, located at 123 Losoya St. in San Antonio.

First Friday Feast

The Geronimo Lions will have its First Friday Feast Fish or Steak Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 5 at the Big Red Barn. Meals are $20. A child’s hot dog plate (chips, drink and dessert) is also available. Tickets can be purchased at the door. The beneficiary will be the GVCCC and April entertainment will be provided by Brushy Creek.

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Zonta Club of Seguin Rummage Sale

The Zonta Club of Seguin will have a Rummage Sale from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 6 at the Texas National guard Armory, located at 1002 S. Guadalupe St. in Seguin. For questions, call Mickey Cavin at 830-305-0785.

Discover Remarkable Reptiles

The Guadalupe Master Naturalists will offer its Discover Remarkable Reptiles program with staggered start times from 9:30 to 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 6 at the Seguin Public Library. The free program is for pre-k to 4th grade children and their parents or accompanying adult. Participants will learn how reptiles adapt to their environment. No preregistration is necessary.

Walk-N-Talk Across Texas

The Texas A&M Agrilife Extension will to host the 6th-week of its Walk Across Texas! 8-week program at noon on Mondays at the Seguin Public Library. Teams of 8 can register, or individuals can be grouped into teams. Every week participants will log miles and track team’s progress. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov.

Native Plant Society Meeting

The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will meet beginning with a plant/seed exchange at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 9 at St. John Lutheran Church, located at FM 465 in Marion. The presenter will be Andy Blair of TDOT on “Plants of the Sandylands.” For more information, visit www. npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.

Cumbia Under the Stars

The Mexican American Student Association and the Center for Mexican American Studies at Texas Lutheran University will have a Cumbia Under the Stars event benefiting MASA and Carla Medina from 6 to 9 p.m. on Friday, April 12 at the TLU Alumni Plaza, located at 1000 W. Court St. in Seguin. There will be a silent auction, dinner, and dance with live music by Santa Lucia. Tickets are $10 presale and $15 at the door. Tickets are available online at Eventbrite. For more information, email csilva@tlu.edu.

Movies in the Park

The City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department will continue its Movies in the Park

series at 8:45 p.m. on Friday, April 12 at Park West. An additional movie will be shown at 8:45 p.m. on Friday, June 14 at Manuel Castilla Park. All movies are free. For a lineup of movies, visit www.seguintexas.gov/1275/ Movies-in-the-Park. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Festival for Life

The South Pregnancy Care Center will have its Festival for Life event from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 13 (Come & Go) at the Columbus Club of Seguin, located at 1015 S. Austin St. There will be a burger meal beginning at 11 a.m. until sold out, live music, and a dessert auction from 2:15 to 3 p.m.

Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program

The City of Seguin is now accepting applications for the Business Improvement Grant (BIG) Program. Applicants may be eligible to receive up to a 75 percent matching grant, with a maximum grant awarded to an applicant not to exceed $10,000. Improvements and other expenditures eligible under the Seguin BIG Program include facade improvements, sign improvements, site improvements, and other real property improvements. Program Guidelines and Applications are available online at www.SeguinTexas.gov or at www.SeguinEDC.com. Applications must be submitted through the BIG application portal which can be accessed by visiting: https://bit.ly/ seguin-big24 by the close of business on the last day of each month. For more information, visit www.SeguinEDC.com, or call 830-4012476.

Zonta Club of Seguin Accepting Scholarship Applications

The Zonta Club of Seguin is accepting applications for scholarships for a female resident of Guadalupe County. The application and eligibility information is available at www. seguinzonta.org/scholarship-application. The application deadline is Monday, April 15.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, April 15 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Walk-N-Talk Across Texas

The Texas A&M Agrilife Extension will to host the 7th-week of its Walk Across Texas! 8-week program at noon on Mondays

at the Seguin Public Library. Teams of 8 can register, or individuals can be grouped into teams. Every week participants will log miles and track team’s progress. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov.

Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group

The First Presbyterian Church, Seguin is offering a Grand Parents Raising Grand Children Group at 6 p.m. Tuesday, April 16 at 1121 E. Walnut St. The group is available to assist with questions regarding your rights and benefits available to you and will meet the third Tuesday of the month. For questions or more information, call 830-379-5421. If there is no answer, leave a message and someone will get back to you as soon as they receive the message.

Seguin Young Professionals April Social

The Seguin Young Professionals will have its April Social at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 17 at the Lion’s Den, located at 115 W. Court St. in Seguin. There will be painting, networking, refreshments, and door prizes. The cost is $45 per person and $10 will benefit TruLight127 Ministries.

Veterans Coffee & Camaraderie

The Veterans Outreach Center will have Veterans Coffee & Camaraderie at 9 a.m. the 3rd Thursday of every month in the lounge. To RSVP, call 830-303-4188, Ext. 1249.

Seguin Art League Bluebonnet Landscape Class

The Seguin Art League encourages adults to bring your acrylics, brushes, and canvas (8x10 or 11x 4) to the Seguin Art League and let Mary show you how to create a beautiful acrylic bluebonnet masterpiece. The class be held from 1 to 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Bring own supplies. For more information 830-305-0472.

Guadalupe County Wildlife Management Association Spring Meeting

The Guadalupe County Wildlife Management Association will have its Spring Meeting beginning with a Social Hour at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 19 at the The Big Red Barn, located at Cordova Rd. Dinner plates are $15 and will be provided by Next Door Catering. RSVP to reserve dinner plates by emailing guadcountywma@gmail.com or calling 830-660-3296.

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11th Annual Spring Stream Cleanup

The Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Watershed Partnership will have its 11th Annual Spring Stream Cleanup from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, April 20. There will be two meeting locations, at the Irma Lewis Seguin Outdoor Learning Center, located at 1865 E. US Highway 90 and at Oak Creek Elementary, located at 3060 Goodwin Lane in New Braunfels. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/GeronimoAlligator. To register, visit www.geronimocreek.org.

Seguin Art League Paint Out

The Seguin Art League will have it Annual Paint Out on Saturday, April 20, and its Wet Paint Sale on Saturday, April 27. Ages 16 and over can apply online at www.seguinartleague.com, via email at seguinartleague@yahoo.com, or in person at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Seguin River 5K Run/Walk

The Seguin Faith Lutheran Church will have its Seguin River 5k Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 20 at the Seguin Dance Pavilion, located at 950 S. Austin Str. in Seguin. For event details visit www.athleteguild.com/ event/seguin-tx/2024-seguin-5k-river-runwalk. For questions, contact Cody Goetz at SeguinRiverRun@gmail.com. Proceeds benefit the South Texas Pregnancy Care Center.

Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers Sporting Clay Shoot

The Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers will have a Sporting Clay Shoot beginning with 9 a.m. start for 1st round of shooters and a 12:30 p.m. start time for the 2nd round on Saturday, April 20 at 555 Malmsten Rd in Seguin. The cost is $135 per individual and $500 per 4-man team. Register at iClays.com. For more information about the shoot, call David Reiley at 210-771-5755 or Richard Hodge at 210289-2513. For sponsorship opportunities, call Kenna Schievelbein at 830-481-7824.

TLU’s Dr. Eric Daub Piano Recital

The Texas Lutheran University will host the second of two recitals celebrating and honoring Dr. Eric Daub’s career as he retires at the end of the school year. Dr. Daub will be featured as a soloist together with friends and the TLU Orchestra in J.S. Bach’s Concerto for Four Pianos and William Grant Still’s Ennango at 4 p.m. Sunday, April 21. A reception will follow the concert.

Walk-N-Talk Across Texas

The Texas A&M Agrilife Extension will to host the 8th-week of its Walk Across Texas! 8-week program at noon on Mondays at the Seguin Public Library. Teams of 8 can register, or individuals can be grouped into teams. Every week participants will log miles and track team’s progress. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov.

Non-Profit Expo

The Guadalupe County Fair will host a Non-Profit Expo from 5 to 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24 at the Seguin Event Complex, located at 950 S. Austin St. There will be booths, fun things for kids, door prizes, and a big equipment rodeo. The expo is free and booth space for non-profits are free. For profit booths are also available for a fee. Live commercial minutes are also available. For more information and to secure a booth, call 830379-6477, email gcfairoffice@gmail.com, or visit www.gcfair.org.

Jacob’s Ladder Foundation Cornhole For a Cause

The Jacob’s Ladder Foundation will have its Cornhole For a Cause tournament on Saturday, April 27 at The Big Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Rd in Seguin. The fee is $40 per 2-person teams. (No Subs) There will also be BBQ brisket plates for $12. To register and for more information, call 830-481-3253, or visit jacobsladderfoundation.org.

Introduction to Pastels at the Seguin Art League

The Seguin Art League will have an adult Introduction to Pastels from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn how colors interact, how to layer colors, color theory, and basic composition. The cost is $30 with supplies provided. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Get Out The Vote Concert

The Guadalupe County Democratic Party will have a Get Out The Vote Concert featuring the Peterson Brothers Band at 7 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at The Stephen & Mary Birch Texas Theatre, located at 425 N. Austin St. in Seguin. The doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $25 for balcony seating, $35 for floor seating, and $40 for orchestra seating. For tickets and more information, email Secretarygcdp@ gmail.com.

May

Seguin Rotary Club Charity Golf Tournament

The Seguin Rotary Club will have its Charity Golf Tournament beginning with check-in at 7 a.m. on Thursday, May 2 at The Bandit Golf Course. The fee for a four-person team is $600. Register at www.seguinrotary.org.

High School Art Show

The Seguin Art League will accept submissions for its 14th Annual High School Art Show, for grades 9 to 12, from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, May 2 at St. Andrew’s McKeogh Hall, located at 201 E. Nolte St. in Seguin. The maximum is 2 artwork submissions per student. The awards reception will be held from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 4. For more information and prospectus, visit seguinartleague. com, the Seguin Art League Gallery, or call 830-305-0472.

Evangelists’ Lutheran Spring Fling Rummage Sale

The Evangelists’ Lutheran Church will have its Spring Fling Rummage Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 4 at 7745 Kingsbury Rd. in Kingsbury. Vendors must supply their own tables, chairs & tent covers no larger than 10ft x 10ft and clean their area when they leave. Restrooms will be available. Vendor spaces are $25. To reserve a vendor space, call Maxine at 830-358-8966.

Chamber Teacher of the Year Banquet

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Teacher of the Year Banquet from 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Monday, May 6 at the Seguin Coliseum. The doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the cost is $25 per person. For more details, call 830-379-6382.

Leadership Seguin Graduation Dinner

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Leadership Seguin Graduation Dinner from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 21 at the Geronimo Community Center, located at 280 Navarro Dr. Tickets are $25 per person. To RSVP, call 830-379-6382 by Monday, May 13.

Seguin Art League Basket Making Class

The Seguin Art League will have a Basket Making Class from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 16 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will make a piece of fiber art using fabric to create a designer basket. The cost is $30 and supplies are included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

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Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, May 20 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Women’s Council Social

The Seguin Chamber of Commerce will have a Women’s Council Social from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 at the 1916 Bar & Bistro, located at the Aumont at 301 N. Austin St. in Seguin.

June

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 1 at Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

July

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, July 15 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

August

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, August 24 at GRMC, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

September

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 16 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

October

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 21 at First Baptist Church, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

November

Food Distribution Event

Ongoing Community Calendar Items

CCSCT Utility Assistance Application for 2024 Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ccsct_cares.

Heritage Museum Calendars

The Heritage Museum is selling 2024 Then and Now Themed Calendars. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www.heritagemuseum. net. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Dial 988 for the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline available 24 hours a day in English and Spanish.

Volunteer Van Drivers Needed

Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830-303-4188 ext. 1249.

Precious Life Services

Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 830-372-5980.

Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program

The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a 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

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 16 at GRMC, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

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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