SDN: May 24, 2024

WEEKEND EDITION

Guadalupe County salutes 2024 graduates

Commencement exercises set for Matador Stadium Diplomas await Navarro High School Class of 2024

(Seguin) – The last chapter of high school comes to a close this Friday night for approximately 528 Seguin High School seniors who will be walking the stage over at Seguin High School’s Matador Stadium.

Presenting the Class of 2024 during this year’s commencement exercises will be Seguin High School Principal Christine Perez.

Perez says it was this group of students who navigated their first year of high school during the initial unknowns of the COVID pandemic.

Today, Perez says the community stands proud behind these students and recognizes their successes along the way.

Valedictorian Lorenzo Rodriguez and Salutatorian Sophia Atrian

“One of the traits of the Class of 2024 that I have been most impressed with has been the level of leadership and also that they are part of the COVID class.

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(Geronimo) -- Lights at Erwin-Lee Stadium are set to shine Friday night on this year’s Navarro Class of 2024.

Navarro High School Principal Clay Scarborough says a total of 144 students will be presented to the community during tonight’s commencement exercises.

Scarborough says he is proud of all these students, who started high school during COVID and who have worked hard to excel over the last four years.

“They overcame all that. Eighth grade got shut down for them. They came back in mass and now they are set to graduate. It’s a class that has almost 550 hours

of college under their belt,” said Scarborough.

Scarborough says this is a high achieving group of students, who has worked hard both on and off campus. He says juggling all those activities will help better prepare them for the future.

“It’s a great time management thing that they are going to need -

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Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

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Final day for early voting arrives for May 28th Runoff Election

(Seguin) -- Today marks the end of early voting for the Tuesday, May 28th Republican Primary Runoff Election.

Guadalupe County Elections Administrator Lisa Hayes says folks have until 7 p.m. to cast their ballots early at one of the six polling locations throughout the county. Those locations include the Seguin Elections Office, the Cibolo Fire Station #2; the Central Texas Technology Center; Redemptive Grace Ministries; New Berlin City Hall and Schertz Community Center. Hayes those wanting to take advantage of voting early are reminded to make it to the polls on time.

“We want to remind voters not to wait until 6:55 to try and vote if possible because at that point, there will be lines if that is what happens and so we want the voters to plan ahead and maybe get there a little earlier rather than later. Anyone in line at 7 p.m. will be able to vote early. That’s the law,” said Hayes.

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Among the races appearing on Tuesday’s runoff ballot include the Republican nomination for U.S. House Texas Representative District 28. Candidates include Jay Furman and Lazaro Garza Jr. Seeking the State Representative District 44 seat are incumbent John Kuempel and challenger Alan Schoolcraft. Also appearing on the ballot in the Guadalupe County Commissioner Pct. 1 race are candidates Jaqueline Ott and Dustin local Engelke.

Hayes says these hotly contested races have attracted plenty of attention and warns voters to check their sample ballots before heading out.

“We’ve got candidates that are out there campaigning and they are very diligent and sometimes voters don’t realize that some of the campaign signs they are seeing don’t pertain to them. So, even though they may be eligible to vote in the Republican Primary Runoff, when they come in to vote, they don’t

So, you remember, this cohort experienced all of the ramifications of COVID including what their public school experience has been like and so to see them executing leadership as seniors this year and the community on our campus, some in their church organizations or other organizations that they are a part of, it just speaks volumes to the level of resiliency and determination that they had for themselves and also as a cohort of learners,” said Perez.

Helping to lead their classmates to the stage are Valedictorian Lorenzo Rodriguez and Salutatorian Sophia Atrian.

The milestone for Rodriguez being named this year’s Valedictorian is more than just being the top student. Rodriguez says it is about breaking barriers.

“I am also proud to be representing number one in our class because there really hasn’t been a Hispanic Valedictorian like within the last decade or even longer than that. So, that’s also why I am really proud to have this honor,” said Rodriguez. “I’ve just been looking at those pictures on the wall over there -- that represents the last decade, and I don’t see anyone like me that is number one in that spot. So, I’m glad to fill that gap.”

realize until they get their ballot that they actually don’t reside in one of the districts for which the candidates are campaigning,” said Hayes.

Hayes adds that all voters eligible to vote in the runoff will have the State Rep 44 race on their ballot, but the other races will depend on the voters’ address.

Plus, she says it’s important to remember that voters who voted in the Republican Primary and voters who did not vote in the Primary election but were registered before the voter registration deadline will be eligible to vote in the Republican Runoff Election.

Again, those unsure about their respective races are asked to stop by the elections office to pick up their sample ballot.

The Seguin Elections Office is located at 215 S. Milam St. Early voting runs today from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Rodriguez says being able to retain the top spot has always meant surpassing his own personal goals.

“It was a surprise freshman year and then I just kept building off of that since then. I always had a pretty big gap so I knew I had some wiggle room to work with, Matadors, pg. 3

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when they go out into the real world, when they go to college -- the ability to manage all the things we deal with in everyday life. Some will do their college work -- do their sports and academics and whatever do they beyond college and then when they grow up and have their families -- if they are able to handle two and three sports and do what they’ve done academically, the only thing in their way is what they want to accomplish,” said Scarborough.

Representing this year’s group of graduates are Valedictorian Hayden Toliver and Salutatorian Taylor Helms.

Toliver says he learned very early on that he could lead his class and today is honored for the opportunity.

“It was not too much of a surprise to me. I kind of already knew but I’m very excited. I’ve been waiting for this a long time,” said Toliver.

Toliver will attend Texas A&M University to study chemical engineering. He shares in the celebration with parents Shawn and Paula Toliver.

Helms, as this year’s salutatorian, is looking forward to joining Toliver on stage.

While it was work, Helms she would not have changed a thing.

“It took a lot of hard work. It took a lot of late night studying especially for my junior year. I took a dual credit

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but I was just competing with myself to get the highest GPA I could because that was really my goal,” said Rodriguez.

He says this achievement, however, would not have been possible without the unwavering support of his parents Mary Lou and Rogelio Rodriguez. He says much of his motivation has also come from his grandmother Louisa Gonzales who has always paved the way for him to remain humble as he worked toward success.

“She just spreads a lot of wisdom to me. She reminds me how to be kind to people. She’s very innocent and I just think she is sweet,” said Rodriguez.

Rodriguez’s plans are to study computer science at Rice University. His dream is to be a software engineer.

Like Rodriguez, Atrian’s commitment to keeping up with her studies has also paid off.

“I’ve known since freshman year that I was top two, and it was kind of like ‘oh, I want to stay top two, but I’ve always really tried to prioritize myself and just educating myself rather than trying to compete with others,” said Atrian.

history class and we did a lot of note cards. That took a lot of studying for me to do. I play club volleyball so that was a lot also -- to try to handle and time manage for both of them but it was definitely worth it,” said Helms.

Helms will attend the Colorado School of Mines and plans to major in bio-medical engineering. Her parents are Nicole and Jason Helms.

Gates to the stadium open at 7 p.m. The ceremony will follow at 8 p.m. A live stream of the ceremony will be available on the Navarro Panther Events YouTube channel. A link to the live stream can be on the Navarro High School Facebook page.

The salutatorian’s plans are to study biology at the University of Texas in Austin. Her ambitions are to one day be a nurse or a physician’s assistant.

Atrian is the daughter of Katie and Oliker Atrian.

As school principal, Perez says she sees how Rodriguez and Atrian are prime examples of what makes this class so unique and deserving.

She says an illustration of that leadership was evident Tuesday night during Senior Sunset held at Matador Stadium.

“They were just engaged in this fellowship. They were playing kickball. They were lounging on the field just having conversations, just really immersed in the moment and you will hear in the Val and Sal speeches just about the blessing and the being in the moment as a human, embracing all of the characteristics of being a human being and giving yourself grace and letting yourself experience the emotions and not having to have an answer for everything right now or know exactly what your future should hold but just to navigate each experience as it comes your way and

work through it,” said Perez.

In preparation of friends and family attending graduation, Perez reminds attendees about their stadium policy for graduation. She says the district wants to ensure a safe environment for the special celebration.

“We want to remind folks to honor our clear bag policy. There are some postings on our Seguin ISD social media pages and also the high school page about the clear bag policy and what items are permissible inside the stadium and what items are not. So, if they could help us with that, that would be awesome and then lastly, we want everyone to enjoy the ceremony and to cheer on our graduates but also stick around. We have a special surprise,” said Perez.

While flowers are welcome, district officials ask that no signs, balloons, gifts or noisemakers enter the stadium. The concession stand will also be opening at the beginning.

Seguin High School’s graduation ceremony gets underway at 8 p.m. Friday. A livestream of the ceremony will be available at https://pulse.ly/ stcr4b7hud.

SPORTS Texas Sports Update

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Mavericks Defeat Timberwolves In Game One Of Western Conference Finals

(Minneapolis, MN) -- The Mavericks finished strong to take down the Timberwolves in Game One of the Western Conference Finals. Dallas finished the game on a 10-3 run en route to a 108-105 takedown of Minnesota at the Target Center. Luka Doncic led the charge with 33 points, eight assists, six boards and three steals. Kyrie Irving came up big with 30 points, while P.J. Washington chipped in with 13 points and a pair of blocks. The Mavs are now one win closer to their first NBA Finals appearance since 2011. They will visit the T-Wolves again tomorrow night for Game Two.

All-NBA Teams Announced

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Stars Host Oilers In Game One Of WCF Tonight

(Dallas, TX) -- The Stars are taking the ice for the Western Conference Final. Dallas will host the Edmonton Oilers tonight in Game One at the American Airlines Center. The Stars come off a 2-1 double-overtime win over the Colorado Avalanche in Game Six of the conference semifinals on Friday. Jamie Benn and Matt Duchene lit the lamp, while Jake Oettinger made 29 saves in net. Miro Heiskanen leads the team with 13 points this postseason, while Wyatt Johnston paces the squad with seven goals.

Rangers

Lose To Phillies

(Philadelphia, PA) -- The Rangers failed to put an end to their losing skid. Texas suffered its third straight loss in a 11-4 letdown against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park. Corey Seager and Leody Taveras hit solo homers in the setback, while Josh Smith went 2-for-2 with two RBI. Dane Dunning fell to 3-and-3 after letting up five runs, three earned, through three-and-a-third innings in his first game action since May 4th. The Rangers are second in the AL West at 24-and-26. They visit the Phillies again this afternoon. Left-hander Andrew Heaney is set to start opposite Philly righty Zack Wheeler.

Norman VITAL STATISTICS

Lee Alan Norman, age 71 of Seguin, passed away on May 15, 2024. Lee was born on December 19, 1952 in Elk City, Oklahoma to Edna Ray (Howard) and Charles T. Norman.

Lee proudly served his country during the Vietnam War in the United States Navy where he was stationed on the USS Sierra. He will be remembered as a longtime employee of Guadalupe County where he worked in several different capacities including truck driver and detention officer.

Lee is preceded in death by his son Luke Aaron Norman, his parents, his mother-inlaw and father-in-law, Thelma and C W Tipton, brother, Charles E. “Charly” Norman sister, Alexa Ray Norman, and numerous brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.

Survivors include his loving wife of 49 years, Melva Tipton Norman; son, Clae Norman; daughter, Cayla Norman and partner, Patrick Cates; grandchildren, Christopher Norman, Khamani Norman, Cyndle Norman, Trance Norman, Kash Norman and Justin Cates; sisters, Theleda Fuller and Robin Anderson and husband Curtis Dean; nephew, Larry Norman and wife Michelle and their children, Hannah, Ian and Bella; sisters-in-law, Wilma Adams and Rose Kroboth and husband Danny; brother-in-law, Cleve Tipton; other loving family members and a host of friends.

A memorial service celebrating Lee’s life will be held on Sunday, May 26, 2024 at 3 p.m. at Cross Church with the Reverend Jim Price officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Private interment will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to any Disabled Veteran’s Organization of choice.

You are invited to sign the guest book at www.tresehewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

VITAL STATISTICS

Leal

Esperanza “Hope” E. Leal, age 86 of Seguin, passed away on May 21, 2024. She was born on March 20, 1938 in Coahuila, Mexico to Elisa (Gutierrez) and Armando R. Espinoza. Hope and her husband Richard were founding families at St. Dominic Catholic Church in San Antonio, Texas. In 1976 they received the Archbishop Francis J. Furey Medal for exceptional service to the Catholic Church and to the community, and for exemplifying good Christian conduct in personal life.

Hope is preceded in death by her sons, Richard A. Leal and Ray A. Leal, her parents and her brothers, Armando Espinoza and Hector Espinoza.

Survivors include her loving husband of 66 years, Richard A. Leal;

children, Sandra Campbell and husband Mark, Hector Leal and wife Jen, and Michael Leal and wife Peggy; daughter-in-law, Linda Leal; former daughterin-law, Helena Geisinger; siblings, Erie Martinez, Nina Nieto and husband Robert, Joe Espinoza and wife Elvira, Estella Espinoza, and Elizabeth Valdez and husband Cecil; nine grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 28, 2024 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Visitation will begin again on Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 9 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 9:30 a.m. and the Mass of Christian Burial at 10 a.m. Graveside services and interment will follow in Fort Sam Houston National Cemetery at 2:15 p.m.

Pallbearers will be Christopher Campbell, Remington Leal, John Benckenstein, Patrick Leal, Matthew Leal and Mark Leal.

You are invited to sign the guestbook at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

House Committee Wants Servicemembers Fired Over Vaccine Rehired

(Washington, DC) -- Some House lawmakers want the Pentagon to rehire military servicemembers fired for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine. The House Armed Services Committee Wednesday adopted the amendment to the annual defense policy bill. But it might not survive a meeting later this year with Senate counterparts when they have to iron out differences in the bill before Congress can pass it. Congress had the Defense Department repeal the pandemic-era mandate in 2023.

Louisiana May Classify 2 Abortion-Inducing Meds As Controlled Substances (Baton Rouge, LA) -- Louisiana is on its way criminalizing the possession of two abortion-inducing drugs. The House has approved a bill adding mifepristone [[ mif-ih-pris-tone ]] and misoprostol [[ meso-pros-tol ]] to the state’s list of controlled substances. The bill approved yesterday has the support of pro-life groups such as Louisiana Right to Life, but is opposed by the Louisiana Society of Addiction Medicine. The state Senate will need to approve changes made by the House before the bill goes to Republican Governor Jeff Landry for his signature. Louisiana would become the first state to criminalize abortion-inducing medications.

Study: Vivid Nightmares Could Be Early Indicator Of Lupus

(Cambridge, UK) -- A new study suggests vivid nightmares could be an early indicator of an autoimmune disease like lupus. Researchers at the University of Cambridge and King’s College London surveyed over 670 lupus patients and about 400 clinicians and found there was a link between nightmares and the onset of hallucinations in some lupus patients. The researchers found over 60-percent of lupus patients who experienced hallucinations reported having nightmares before the onset of lupus.

Climate Change Blamed For NY’s Worst Allergy Season In Years (Bronx, NY) -- If you suffer from allergies, there’s a good reason you’ve been coughing, sneezing and wiping your eyes and nose non-stop these past few weeks: pollen counts that are off the charts. Dr. Guy Robinson, a researcher at Fordham University in New York City, has been counting New York City’s pollen for 25 years. He says on one day last week, the pollen count was 76-hundred per cubic meter. To put that in perspective, Tuesday’s pollen count was just sixty. Dr. Robinson blames the skyrocketing numbers on climate change which he says produces springs that start earlier and last longer.

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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 830-401-2476.

Summer Reading Experience Registration Opens

Grab your suitcase, grab your passport, and get ready because the free Summer Reading Experience registration opens Friday, May 24 at the Seguin Public Library. Participants of all ages can track their reading to enter raffles to win cool prizes. Sign up and pick up your summer reading game boards. The summer reading experience encourages children to read during the summer months to promote summer learning and to help prevent the summer slide. Call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Kids Kingdom Playground Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

The City of Seguin will have a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Kids Kingdom Playground at 10 a.m. Friday, May 24 at 1123 S. Austin St. in Seguin near the Little League fields.

Making Your Grief Count Program

The Emanuel’s Bereavement Care Ministry will present, Making Your Grief Count, a three-week program for those who have experienced loss, from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 26, Sunday, June 2, and Sunday, June 9 in the Emanuel’s Family Life Center, located at 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin. The program will be facilitated by Pastor Darwin Huartson. Participants will learn about healthy coping tools and a path to healing in a supportive environment. For more information email Donna@ elcseguin.org or call 830-556-3542.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, May 26. Entertainment will be provided by The Merles. The doors open at

1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

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.

City of Seguin

Non-Emergency Offices Memorial Day Closure

The City of Seguin Non-Emergency Offices will be Closed for Memorial Day, Monday, May 27. Garbage and recycling will be picked up as normal.

Library Holiday Closure

In observance of Memorial Day, the Seguin Public Library will be closed on Monday, May 27. Normal hours will resume at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28, 2024,. Items may be renewed online, or returned using outdoor book return. Please call 830-4012422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Guadalupe

Appraisal District Closure

The Guadalupe Appraisal District offices in Seguin and Schertz will be closed on Monday, May 27 and will re-open at 8 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28.

Memorial

Day Flag Raising Ceremony

The American GI Forum of Seguin will conduct a Flag Raising Ceremony in commemoration of Memorial Day at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 27 at Manuel Castilla Park, located at 2261 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin.

Toddler Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Toddler Time at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28. There will be songs, rhymes, and stories followed by about 15 minutes of play time. This program is approximately 45 minutes long including play time and is geared towards ages 1-2. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Preschool Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Preschool Storytime at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28. There will be stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Call 830401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Teen Tuesday – DIY Key Chain Making

The Seguin Public Library will host its Teen Tuesday at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28 featuring DIY Key Chain Making. Teens ages 12 - 17 can drop in anytime between 4 and 5:30pm on Tuesdays to hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Chamber May After Hours Mixer & Media Night

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its May After Hours Mixer & Media Night from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 28 at Smokey Joe Williams Field, located at 637 Midway Dr. in Seguin. The event is sponsored by the Seguin River Monsters.

Poverty Simulation

Rethink poverty and expand your understanding of poverty with CCSCT and TLU Nursing during their interactive Poverty Simulation from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 at the Seguin Coliseum. Lunch will be provided. RSVP at www. ccsctpovertysim.rsvpify.com.

Baby Time

The Seguin Public Library will have its Baby Time at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time lasts approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0-18 months and meets every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www.library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Family Storytime

The Seguin Public Library will have its Family Storytime at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, May 29. There will be stories, rhymes, songs and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5 every Wednesday. Call 830-401-2422 or visit www. library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Kids Create: Popsicle Biplane

The Seguin Public Library will have Kids Create at 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29. Participants will build their own biplane and learn about the first powered, controlled airplane that flew using a biplane wing arrangement, as did many aircraft in the early years of aviation. Attendees must be between the ages of 6 to 11. Registration is required by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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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.

Seguin Construction Trades Booster Club Inaugu-

ration

of Founding Members

The Seguin Construction Trades Booster Club will have its Inauguration of Founding Members from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29 at Sips & Gulps.

Regional Job Fair

The Schertz Economic Development Corporation, the Cibolo Economic Development Corporation, the Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, and the Seguin Economic Development Corporation will host a Regional Job Fair from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursday, May 30 at 1400 Schertz Pkwy in Schertz. The event will feature over 60 employers from Schertz, Cibolo, New Braunfels, and Seguin. For more information, visit www.info.seguinedc.com/inforegionaljobfair-5-30-24.

Adult Craft Night

The Seguin Public Library will have a free Adult Craft Night at 6 p.m. on Thursday, May 30. Participants will learn how to preserve natural flowers in resin and create a wooden coaster. All materials will be provided. Registration is required to participate by calling 830-401-2422 or visiting library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

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 830-251-2080.

June

Nominations for Rising Stars of Guadalupe County Nominations are open until Saturday, June 1 for The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals Rising Stars of Guadalupe County. For applications and more information, call 830-379-6382.

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.

Summer Reading Experience Kick Off

The Seguin Public Library Summer Reading Experience kicks off with John O’Bryant the Magician at 10 a.m. and at 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, June 1. Register to participate for the 2024 Summer Reading Experience, it is open to all ages, just track your reading to enter raffles to win cool prizes. The summer reading experience encourages children to read during the summer months to promote summer learning and to help prevent the summer slide. Call 830401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

United Women in Faith Ladies Tea

The Wesley-Harper United Methodist Church United Women in Faith will have a Ladies Tea from 2 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 1 in Karrick Hall of First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. RSVP by Saturday, May 25 to 210-365-9627.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 2. Entertainment will be provided by Cactus Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Chamber Championship Golf Tournament Postponed

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce has postponed its Chamber Championship Golf Tournament from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Monday, June 3 to Monday, Oct. 7 at The Bandit Golf Course. To register, visit www.seguinchamber. com. For more information, call 830-379-6382 or email cofc@seguinchamber.com.

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.

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.

Seguin Art League Year of the Dragon Summer Camp

The Seguin Art League will have its Seguin Art League Year of the Dragon Summer Camp for ages 5 through 9 from 10 a.m. to noon and for ages 10 and older on Tuesday, June 4 through Friday, June 7 or Tuesday, July 9 through Friday, July 12 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Students will develop skills using a variety of media dealing with both two and three dimensions in space. The cost is $105 which includes supplies. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Texas A&M Chemistry Roadshow

This summer, GVEC and the City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department is bringing back the Texas A&M Chemistry Roadshow at 10:30 a.m. on Tuesday, June 4 at the Seguin Coliseum. The target audience is 3rd grade through 12th grade plus adult learners. For more information, visit www.chem.tamu.edu/ roadshow/ or email Kasie Tankersley at ktandersley@gvec.org.

The Gathering Music Show and Dance

The Gathering Music Show and Dance will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, June 4 at the Geronimo VFW. The doors open at 5:30 with at $10 admission. The entertainment will be provided by Conrad Gonzales and Paul Sanchez. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Military Appreciation Chamber Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Military Appreciation Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, June 5 at the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The cost of the meal is $20 for member in advance or $25 for non-members and late registration.

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.

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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.

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, June 7 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 June entertainment will be provided by Madelyn Abrameit and the Beneficiary will be the Children’s Advocacy Center.

Habitat for Humanity Home Dedication

The Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio & Guadalupe Valley will have Home Dedication for Dalia Acosta at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 8 at 724 E. Walnut St. in Seguin.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 9. Entertainment will be provided by Paul Sanchez and Wrangler Country. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830305-8829.

Geronimo VFW Jam Session

The Geronimo VFW will have a Jam Session from 1 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, June 11. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

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, June 11 at St. John Lutheran Church, located at FM 465 in Marion. The presenter will be David Will continuing his series on

“Saving Our Prairies. Part 2 will be on “Saving Our Native Grasses.” For more information, visit www. npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.

Molly Hatchet/Knotty Grove at the Brauntex

Midales Entertainment will present Southern rock legendary band, Molly Hatchet with special guests Knotty Grove from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, June 15 at the Brauntex Performing Arts Theatre, located at 290 W. San Antonio St. in New Braunfels. Tickets and more information are available at www. brauntex.org or call 830-627-0808.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 16. Entertainment will be provided by Bob Appel. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Heart to Heart Grief Support Group

There will be a Heart to Heart Caregiver Support Group from 4 to 5 p.m. the third Tuesday of every month at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information, call 512-6676816 or 512-557-7185 or email tberger@htohh. com.

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, June 18 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.

Activities Fair for Veterans

There will be an Activities Fair for Veterans from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, June 20 at the Veterans Outreach Center, located at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-303-4188, ext. 1249.

Fourth of July Parade Application Deadline

The City of Seguin Main Street Program is accepting applications for the Fourth of July Parade until Friday, June 21. Applications are available at the Seguin Visitor Center, located at 200 S. Austin St. or online at www.seguintexas.gov/fourthofjuly.

Build for Better Bash

The Guadalupe Valley Habitat For Humanity will have a Build for Better Bash from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sat-

urday, June 22 in the Seguin Hall parking lot on the campus of Texas Lutheran University, located at 1000 W. Court St. in Seguin. Tickets include a meal, ticket, and t-shirt and are $25 for individual and $15 for youth (16 & under). To purchase tickets visit https:// lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/fgdzx77/ lp/747ccb91-2f4c-4281-ae71-3939d63ff32f. For more information, call 830-401-0422.

Mosaic Garden Stepping Stones Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Mosaic Garden Stepping Stones Class from 1 to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 21 and continuing on Saturday, June 22 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Instructor, Karen Roberson, will give an introduction to basic mosaic and participants will learn to cut tile, affix a design, and finish with grout. The class is for ages 14 and older. The cost is $50 and participants should bring their own stepping stone. Call 830-305-0472 for size and more information.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 23. Entertainment will be provided by Bimbo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

Geronimo VFW Sunday Dance

The Geronimo VFW will have its Sunday Dance from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 30. Entertainment will be provided by Gabe Galvan. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with $10 admission. For more information, call or text 830-305-8829.

July

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, July 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 June entertainment will be provided by the Brushy Creek Boys and the Beneficiary will be Kidsight.

Basic Mediation Training

The Central Texas Dispute resolution Center will offer its Basic Mediation Training on Thursday, July 11 through Saturday, July 13 and Thursday, July 18 through Saturday, July 20 via Zoom. To register online, visit www.centexdrc.org or email csheppard@cemtexdrc.org.

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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.

AP and Advanced Art Workshops

The Seguin Art League will offer AP and Advanced Art Workshops from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Wednesday, July 24 and Thursday, July 25 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The workshops will be taught by certified art teachers and will provide real solutions and strategies for a successful portfolio with creative art concepts and lessons in order to provide a jumpstart for the 2024-2025 school year. The cost is $60 a day and supplies are included. Limit 10 students. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

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

Understand Your Medicare Options Seminars

The GRMC, GHN and the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce’s new Healthcare Advisory Committee will offer free educational seminars on Understand Your Medicare Options at 6 p.m. Tuesday, June 18 and at 10 a.m. on Thursday, June 20 in the GRMC Upstairs Classroom (Enter Central Entrance Lobby), located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-303-4846.

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

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.

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 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, 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.

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

Place your ad in the CLASSIFIEDS by visiting the KWED office located at 609 E. Court St. during regular business hours. Or call us at 830-379-2234

FOR SALE

FOR SALE: Avocado trees, tomatoes and other plants, call 830-2129279 for more information.

NOTICE

Public Auction Notice: Notice is hereby given that public auctions will be held at the following facilities managed by Devon Self Storage. Property contained in the units will be sold to satisfy the Landlord’s lien for rent and other charges in accordance with Chapter 59 of the Texas Property Code. Contents of the following

customers containing household and other goods will be sold to the highest bidder via an online auction at www.storagetreasures. com. Online bidding will begin on 06/03/2024 at 10:00AM and will continue until 06/17/2024 at 10:00AM, at which time a high bidder will be determined. Devon Self Storage reserves the right to set minimum bids and to refuse bids. Please refer to www. storagetreasures.com for all other terms and conditions governing the bidding and auction process. 2975 FM 725 New Braunfels TX 78130 Monica Sanchez - Household Items; Adam Boyd - Household Items