Seguin goes Green for Earth Day Central Park to
host vendors, plus green efforts
(Seguin) -- Earth Day takes place on Saturday, April 25, at Central Park from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., bringing together community members, local organizations and businesses to highlight environmental stewardship and conservation efforts.
Sponsors including Caterpillar Inc., CMC Steel, Guadalupe County Groundwater Conservation District, GVEC, Renewal by Andersen and Schertz Bank & Trust will showcase ways to protect natural resources through interactive booths, demonstrations and hands on activities. More than 70 vendors will be on site, offering a mix of crafts, goods and food.
Several departments from
the City of Seguin will participate by offering demonstrations and educational experiences to engage residents and strengthen community partnerships around environmental awareness, including Main Street, City Administration, Planning and Codes, Utilities, Public Works, Parks and Recreation and Animal Services. Live entertainment will take place throughout the day at the Gazebo, beginning with the Vogel Elementary Choir at 10:30 a.m., followed by a performance from the CMP Band at 1 p.m. Children can enjoy a range of activities, including a free bounce house and obstacle course by Jungle Jam Xtreme. Green, pg. 3
CloudBurst officials unveil facts, more info on new data center
(Seguin) -- With plenty of questions and debate before it, the Guadalupe County Commissioners Court made sure to give CloudBurst Data Centers an opportunity to defend the facts
behind its future facility in northern Guadalupe County. Providing more information about the proposed project during Tuesday’s meeting was Cynthia Thompson, CloudBurst, pg. 3
Special by Lindsay Hajek, assistant director of main street and destination Seguin
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
Seguin ISD invites community to Matador Family Bash
(Seguin) -- The Seguin ISD is inviting families to come together tonight and celebrate in front of the big screen over at Matador Stadium.
Emily Allen, Seguin ISD executive director of communications, says Friday night’s Matador Family Bash and Movie is meant to be an inclusive, endof-year celebration not only for students and their families but anyone in the community.
“We’re really excited to host Seguin and our families out for Zootopia 2 at the Matador Family Bash. It’s going to be at Matador Stadium. it’s for everyone of all ages. So, if you come out to the stadium at 5:30, we’ll have free games, store prizes, concessions -- we’ll have some concessions that are free, some that are available for sale, but it is open to everyone. You’ll just sign in at the front and let us know that you’re there and that’ll help qualify you for a door prize. We recommend that people bring pillows and blankets so you can sit out on the field and enjoy Zootopia. So,
Community
the bash itself will start at 5:30 and the movie starts at 7 p.m.,” said Allen.
Allen says as the district nears the end of the school year, the Matador Bash is an effort for groups to collaborate across the district.
“This is really a group effort by several of the programs here in Seguin ISD. This is our ACE afterschool program working with us. We’ll have different programs from the high school that are pitching in. So, you’ll see lots of students doing games and other fun things. Our superintendent student advisory team is the group officially putting this on. So, I think this is just going to be a great way for us to reach out to our community, have some fun, enjoy a fairly recent movie with Zootopia 2, and just have a good time,” said Allen.
While the event is free, district officials again remind folks that concessions will be available for sale.
gets invite to All-Inclusive
Dance
Party Vendors, free family fun at Seguin Schoolyard
(Seguin )-- A local group is looking to pack the dance floor giving everyone – regardless of ability -- an opportunity to dance and have fun.
Beyond 22 will be teaming up with Artable Curiosities and Seguin Schoolyard this Sunday to host the 2nd Annual All-Inclusive Special Needs Dance Party. The event will be held Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at Seguin Schoolyard.
Christina Barton, with Beyond 22, says the heart of the event is simple: making sure every family in the community knows they belong.
“If you have a special needs son, daughter, an elderly person, uncle, aunt, whoever, someone in your family with a special need, this is for you. If you don’t have someone in your family with special need and would like to support that, it’s
for you as well. So come on out. And that’s why we named it the All-Inclusive Special Needs Dance Party,” said Barton.
She says the event will be sensory-friendly -- welcoming guests with activities that go far beyond the dance floor. Some of the activities planned include face
painting, carnival-style games, arts and crafts, and a photo booth, along with opportunities to connect with local education resource vendors.
Barton says the goal is to simply create a relaxed, joyful environment where attendees can simply show up and have a good time together.
“Dance with us, enjoy, a nice Sunday afternoon. We’re going to have a raffle. We’re going to have our DJ and some mascots dancing. We’ve got bubbles. We got a bunch of fun lined up for everyone,” said Barton.
Barton says she is especially excited about a new addition to the event. She says the community is invited to shop vendors who each have deeply personal stories tied to the special needs community. Party, pg. 3
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Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
Green, continued.
An electric vehicle showcase will feature the latest in clean transportation, with vehicles provided by Beck & Beck Buick GMC LLC and Seguin Chevrolet. A dedicated EV station will highlight a variety of models and innovations aimed at reducing emissions and promoting sustainable travel.
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There will also be an Earth Day raffle featuring items donated by vendors. Proceeds will support future downtown beautification projects, with $1 tickets available at the information booth and winners announced throughout the day.
Those looking to support a local cause can begin the day with the 13th annual Race to Raise 5K, which begins and ends at the Seguin
“Now this time around, we have opened up the area for some vendors. And these vendors are very special because they have small businesses creating art. There’s going to be 17 vendors from soap, magnets, earrings, dragons -- oh, they’re the most beautiful dragons. This
Public Library. All proceeds benefit the LifeSaver Grant Program, with a portion designated to the General Endowment at Guadalupe Regional Medical Center. Funds raised are used to purchase equipment and materials and support programs that enhance and advance patient care, making the race a meaningful way to give back to the community ahead of the Earth Day festivities.
mother and daughter team, they make the most beautiful plush dragons you’ve ever seen. She is limited in speech, but I mean, she’s amazing at art, at creating these dragons. We also have a mother-son team that makes art pieces with stones. So, you’ve got to check out their booth as well,” said Barton.
The Seguin Schoolyard is located at 225 N. Saunders Street.
create our energy and we will not be driving up local electric bills to the community,” said Thompson.
co-founder and chair of the board for CloudBurst Data Centers.
Prior to her presentation, Thompson was able to hear the first round of comments shared during the citizens-to-be-heard portion of the meeting. As already mentioned, many of those concerns revolved around water resources, electricity demand and infrastructure.
Thompson says perhaps one of the biggest misconceptions surrounding the project involves fears that the facility would drive up electric bills for local residents.
“And our power, that’s okay. Our power is behind the meter. When people worry about us driving up their electric bills, we will not be driving up your electric bills because we are not taking from the grid. We are using what has been a dormant line from energy transfer that no one, no power agency, the community has not asked to use for this gas -- it’s just been sitting there. So we are using a gas line on our property to
Thompson also attempted to ease concerns about the financial impact of the tax abatements, particularly as it relates to Navarro ISD.
“It goes down every year. The orange piece (shown in a pie graph) that you see up there, the $106 million is the average that the school district will receive, Navarro. We do not get an abatement from Navarro ISD. We have met with (Superintendent) Dr. Epley, trying everything we can to work with the community. She is very excited about the idea that evidently, Navarro ISD is at the highest tax rate permitted by the state of Texas. They are working on a bond today that they desperately need. And she’s very well educated on the pluses and minuses of data centers. So, I encourage anyone who has questions to also speak with Dr. Epley. She’s very well educated in this arena, but this is a game changer for the school district. So, it’s money that they need, desperately need, and there is no abatement on the school district.”
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While the project would receive abatements at the county level, Thompson says CloudBurst would still contribute significant tax revenue and other payments.
“We do, while the tax abatements are in place, it’s at the county level, not at the school level. And we still pay, as you’ll see over that 10-year period, $488 million basically in taxes to the county, $4.5 million for roads that we’re contributing for roads per year. And then the $394,000 is for York Creek Water District to help preserve the creek. So that’s annually to the county,” said Thompson.
Thompson also outlined the project’s phased construction schedule, projected job creation and expected water use.
“So, this kind of lines out our construction and development phases of where we create and how many jobs we create starting in 2026, which is 160 jobs, in ‘27, another 160. It’s 160 jobs for each phase. (It is) 10 to 12 buildings. It is 1.2 gigawatts of total capacity, and 480 jobs and roughly 24,000 GPD, which is low water usage. We’re asking for water from Crystal Clear, which I know came up earlier about the data centers need to pay for the studies -- we have paid Crystal Clear for our study. We’ve paid them for two studies. The first study, when we didn’t know exactly who our tenant would be. So, our first study, not knowing how much water we would need. And then the second study, which then takes into account exactly the amount of water we need. We are asking for water only for our employees to be able to use the restrooms, use water every day, just like you would in any office building or any manufacturing process,” said Thompson.
Sharing more on the water usage, Thompson says the facility has a plan.
“We’ve been introduced to three sources of wastewater, which we can utilize for our closed loop system and utilize for our landscaping, etc. There is a tremendous amount of wastewater available to us that we were not aware of in the past. So, there are three different sources right now, and we are working with them to have a permanent wastewater flow
to the project,” said Thompson. “We have a fire storage that we need a million gallons for and our closed loop system 7.2 million gallons, but we will be filling those with wastewater. I mean, we can bring in -- for the closed loop system commercially sourced water, which is what we were planning. But since we’ve been approached about using reclaimed water, that’s a much better solution because it cuts down on the environmental impact of having those trucks bring in the water. We were only going to do that because we didn’t want to take more water than we needed to from Crystal Clear.”
During her presentation, Thompson also responded to public concerns about the chemicals used in the water system.
“People were talking about the chemicals that’s used in this closed loop system. Ours is propylene glycol. And so, for most of you, which was -- I may have mentioned this in the past, but I personally was shocked. I think of that as antifreeze, 20 percent of the fill. But upon researching it, I had no idea that we use it in so many food and drug products that we consume. It’s in your NyQuil? It’s in a lot of medicines. I mean, I couldn’t stop researching it once I started. It’s in a lot of food products. This is food grade,” added Thompson. Thompson also confirmed that additional studies, including noise evaluations, have been or will be conducted as the company works to be a better neighbor to nearby residents.
Thompson says there is a great deal of misinformation surrounding data centers. She added that this facility has already evolved from concerns that communities around the world have raised about older centers.
The company also plans to hire locally with an emphasis on veterans. In addition, it hopes to work closely with the Texas State Technical College and Texas State University to build a future workforce. Wages are expected to reach into the six figures for some positions, while security jobs are expected to start at more than $60,000 annually.
At the end of the day and despite opposition, the Guadalupe County Commissioner Court ultimately approved the Cloudburst Data Center in a 3-2 vote.
Seguin Matadors no-hit Lanier to clinch District 27-5A baseball title for 2nd straight year
Chris Austin
(Seguin) -- The Seguin Matadors claimed their second straight District 275A championship Wednesday with a dominant 17-0 run-rule victory over San Antonio Lanier in five innings at Matador Legends Ballpark.
Ethan Tipple, Austin Patek and Connor Taft combined on a no-hitter, striking out nine batters. Tipple was also productive at the plate, going 3-for-4 with a double, a triple, an RBI and three runs scored.
Seguin closes its regular season Friday at home against San Antonio Jefferson before opening UIL Class 5A bi-district playoff action next Thursday.
(Marion) -- The Marion Bulldogs, undefeated champions of District 27-3A,
will use a pair of tune-up games this week to stay sharp heading into the postseason. Marion hosts Schulenburg this afternoon before traveling to Cuero on Friday. The Bulldogs then open a best-of-three bi-district series against Crystal City next Thursday. First pitch in today’s game is scheduled for 4 o’clock at Marion High School.
(Seguin) -- The Navarro Panthers capped the District 28-4A season as champions, finishing 9-1 in district play.
Navarro hosts Hallettsville on Friday in a playoff warmup before opening UIL bi-district action next week.
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VITAL STATISTICS
SCHLEIER
Judy Ann Schleier of Lake McQueeney, Texas, was welcomed to Heaven on April 20, 2026, surrounded by her beloved family. During her courageous battle with cancer, Judy carried herself with patience, grace, and a dash of her dry and witty humor.
Judy was born in the beautiful Bluegrass Region of Harrodsburg, Kentucky, on February 1, 1956, to Ina (Winchester) and Earl Sherrow. She attended the University of Kentucky and, after graduation, began working in the oil and gas industry in Lexington. There, she formed close friendships with colleagues, including Tommy. Together with friends, they spent their early years traveling throughout Europe, the Bahamas, Mexico, and the Florida Keys, embracing adventure and the freedom of their twenties. After returning from a diving trip to the British Virgin Islands, Tommy asked Judy on a date, and they began their 44-year love story. Judy and Tommy married in 1988 and made homes in Wyoming, Kentucky, and on a farm in Pleasanton, Texas, before planting roots on beautiful Lake McQueeney, where they raised their family. She later moved from land work into teaching before choosing to devote herself to raising her children, Jacy and Eric, who were the center of her world. She carried an adventurous spirit from her earliest days, with a gritty, fearless nature, enjoying hobbies from horseback riding and water skiing to scuba diving and snow skiing. Beneath that strength was a genuinely caring and calm presence, a quiet beauty that made people feel at ease. She embraced experiences, welcomed people, and lived with an energy that made even ordinary moments feel meaningful. Her competitive nature also shined in the moments she shared with friends and family, whether she was challenging girlfriends at Mahjong, playing tennis with her Wednesday group, or enjoying
a lively game of Shanghai Rummy during Christmases in Kentucky. Judy loved Thursday evenings with her book club gals, walking the dog with cherished neighbors, and delighting in the sun by the lake or pool. She held a deep appreciation for Keeneland and the Kentucky Derby.
Above all, Judy devoted her life to her children with unwavering selflessness and was a loving and supportive partner to Tommy through every stage of their life and business together. She filled their home with warmth, delicious meals, and a sense of security. She was a steady and patient presence for Eric, always there to tend to whatever adventure or mishap came his way, and a constant companion and best friend to Jacy, with whom she shared a deep and inseparable bond. Her greatest joy and proudest role was being their mother.
Judy is preceded in death by her parents, Ina and Earl Sherrow.
Left to cherish her memory include her loving husband of 37 years, Thomas Schleier; daughter, Jacy Oechsli and husband Matthew; son, Eric Schleier; sister, Donna Murphy; sisters-in-law, Nancy Polis and husband Nyle, and Ellen Lawler and husband James; brother-in-law, Tim Murphy; nieces, Merideth Pittman and husband Tyler, and April Ellis and husband Myron; Elizabeth and Sarah Lawler; nephews, Austin Lawler and Robert Polis; and numerous other loving family members and many friends. She would not want us to forget her sweet Spaniel companion, Pepper.
A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, April 27, 2026, at Oakwood Church in New Braunfels, Texas. A reception will follow at 1:00 p.m. at Lake Breeze Ski Lodge, McQueeney, Texas.
Private graveside services and interment will be held before at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
VITAL STATISTICS
MENCHACA
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Michelle T. Menchaca, age 54 of Seguin, passed away on April 21, 2026. Michelle was born in Bedford, England on August 22, 1971, to Pauline (Woollcott) Posch and Jim Woods.
Michelle worked for many years as a Certified Nurses Assistant at Windsor Nursing Home (formerly Care Inn) and later became a Licensed Vocational Nurse and was currently working at Advanced Home Health here in Seguin. Many good times were spent watching the San Antonio Spurs with family and friends.
Michelle is preceded in death by her grandparents, Betty and Peter Woollcott, her uncles, Chris Woollcott and Ian Woollcott, aunt, Jean Dicks, father-in-law, Santos Menchaca, Sr., sister-in-law, Jessica Menchaca, and her fur baby, Toby.
Survivors include her loving husband, Santos Menchaca, Jr.; son, Reymond Acosta; daughters, Brittany Acosta and Alisha Acosta; step-son, Santos “Trey” Menchaca III; mother, Pauline Posch and husband John; father, Jim Woods
SCHIEVELBEIN
Margaret Lucille Jung Schievelbein, age 101 of McQueeney, passed away on April 15, 2026.
Margaret was born in Sisterdale, Texas, on July 11, 1924, to Bertha (Seay) and William Henry Jung.
She was a very loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother.
She was the light of the family. She enjoyed gardening, reading, painting, and singing with different quartets throughout the years. But most of all, she loved the Lord and her family.
She is preceded in death by her husband, Kurt Schievelbein, parents, brothers Merlin Jung and C.J. Jung, sister Arlene Lenz (Val), and son-in-law, Jerry R. MyCue.
She is survived by her sons, Fernon J. Schievelbein (Julia) and Kurt
and wife Elsie; mother-in-law, Janie Menchaca; sister, Christine Woods; brothers, Alan Posch, and Jon Posch; sisters-in-law, Irene Gil and husband Darius, Sonia Menchaca and husband Johnathan, Jennifer Meloccaro and husband Gary; brother-in-law, Steven Menchaca; fur babies, Cash and Tango; three grandchildren; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends.
Visitation will be held on Monday, April 27, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6 p.m. Visitation will begin again on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at St. James Catholic Church at 10 a.m. followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 11 a.m. with the Reverend Canon Stanislaw Fiuk officiating. Interment will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers will be Reymond Acosta, Ray Tovar, Josh Nieto, Alan Posch, Steven Menchaca, Santos “Trey” Menchaca, III, Nathaniel Menchaca, Jonathan Posch and Gabriel Garcia.
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.
Schievelbein (Debbie), and daughter, Carol MyCue; grandchildren, Brent MyCue, Kyle Schievelbein and Erin Schievelbein; great-grandchildren Darren MyCue, Mason MyCue (Kylie), and Jaxon MyCue, great-great-grandchildren Louise Faye MyCue and Lucian Karr MyCue; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, April 24, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Rudy Salazar, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery.
Serving as pallbearers will be Randy Lenz, Brent MyCue, Mason MyCue, Kevin Lenz, Wesley Hart, Kyle Schievelbein, and Mark Jung.
Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of 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.
Excessive Napping Linked To Higher Mortality Risk Among Seniors
(Boston, MA) -- Excessive napping has been linked to a higher mortality risk among seniors. Sleep researchers at Mass General Brigham tracked more than 13-hundred older adults for up to 19 years and found that each additional hour of daytime napping was associated with a 13-percent higher risk of death. Daytime napping was defined as getting shuteye between 9 am and 7 pm, but nodding off in the morning was especially risky, producing a 30-percent higher mortality rate. The study, published in Jama Network Open, showed links between too much napping and cardiovascular and neurodegenerative disease.
Nearly Half Of All Children Live In Areas With Failing Pollution Grade
(New York, NY) -- A new report finds 46 percent of U.S. children live in places that get a failing grade for at least one measure of pollution. That is according to the American Lung Association’s annual state of the air report. The report looks at two of the most widespread and dangerous air pollutants: fine particles and ozone. It found Kern County in California was the most polluted county year-round followed by Cameron in Texas and Lane in Oregon. Seven of the ten worst counties were in California.
Study Links Coffee Drinking To Lower Risk Of Dementia
(Washington, DC) -- A new study says drinking coffee can lower your risk of dementia. Researchers at Harvard University analyzed 43 years of data on over 130-thousand people and found that higher consumption of caffeinated coffee was linked to an 18-percent lower risk of dementia and better cognitive performance. Similar benefits were found among caffeinated tea drinkers, but not among decaf drinkers. The study suggests there are benefits related to caffeine, though the researchers say it’s unclear whether that was the only factor.
Amazon Launches GLP-1 Weight Loss Program
(Seattle, WA) -- Amazon is launching its own weight-loss program. The online retailer says Amazon One Medical will now provide customers with “fast, convenient” access to GLP-1 treatments, with prices beginning at 25 dollars per-month with insurance. It said the GLP-1 management program will integrate obesity treatment into routine care, combining virtual and in-person visits with prescription management. The company added that it plans to expand same-day drug delivery to 45-hundred cities by the end of the year.
Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center Open Trails
The Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center is now open to the public from 4 to 7 p.m. every Tuesday and Thursday. Visitors are invited to enjoy self-guided hiking and biking on the trails, have a picnic, or take part in catchand-release fishing at the pond. The community is encouraged to take advantage of this outdoor space for recreation and relaxation.
Master Gardeners Hosting Plant Sales
The Guadalupe County Master Gardeners will host a series of free educational programs and plant sales throughout April across the area. Plant sales will also be held from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. April 18 at the Ron Pedde Memorial Community Garden in Cibolo, and April 25 during the Seguin Earth Day Festival at Central Park in downtown Seguin. All events are free and open to the public, with registration required for select classes.
Seguin Art League Announces April Events, Classes & Deadlines
The Seguin Art League is hosting a series of upcoming events and classes throughout April, along with a deadline for its annual High School Art Show. A Needle Felted Landscapes workshop is scheduled for 10:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. April 18, followed by an Ink and Watercolor Landscapes class from 1 to 4 p.m. on April 29, both at the Seguin Art League Gallery. Entries for the Annual High School Art Show are due from 4 to 6 p.m. April 30 at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church McKeogh Hall, with an awards reception set for May 2. Classes have limited space and require registration. For details, entry forms, and registration information, visit seguinartleague.com or call 830-305-0472.
Navarro ISD to Host Pre-K and Kindergarten
Roundup
Families with young children are invited to learn more about enrolling in Navarro ISD during the district’s upcoming Pre-K and Kindergarten Roundup events at Navarro Elementary School in Geronimo. Pre-K Roundup will be held from 4:45 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 16, followed by Kindergarten Roundup from 4:45 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, April 21. Parents will have the opportunity to meet teachers, tour classrooms and speak with district representatives about transportation, child nutrition and special education services while learning about the enrollment process for the 2026-27 school year. Children must be 4 years old for Pre-K and 5 years old for Kindergarten by Sept. 1, 2026. For details and required documents, visit navarroisd.us/roundup.
Master Gardeners Program: Landscape Mysteries
The Guadalupe County Master Gardeners will host their monthly membership meeting and educational program beginning at 5:45 p.m. Thursday, April 16 at 210 East Live Oak Street in Seguin. The evening will include a social at 5:45 p.m., a business meeting at 6:15 p.m., and a 7 p.m. presentation titled “Landscape Mysteries
– ID That Plant or Bug,” led by Master Gardener, Master Naturalist, and Master Composter Peter Hernandez. The program is free and open to the public.
CASA Boogie Down Disco Dinner & Auction
CASA of Central Texas will host its “Boogie Down Disco” Dinner and Auction from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. Friday, April 17 at The Chandelier of Gruene. The event, held in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month, will include a seated dinner, live and silent auctions, and a special guest speaker who was once served by CASA. Proceeds from the evening will support advocacy services for children in foster care. Tickets are available online at givebutter.com/c/casadisco2026. For more information, visit casacentex.org or call 830-837-3026.
TLU Pachanga 2026 to Benefit Teatro de Artes de Juan Seguín
The Center for Mexican American Studies and the Mexican American Student Association at Texas Lutheran University are inviting the community to Pachanga 2026, a free fundraiser supporting Teatro de Artes de Juan Seguín. The event will be held from 6 to 10 p.m. Friday, April 17 at the TLU Alumni Plaza. The evening will include a silent auction, dinner, dancing, and live music featuring Llamativa, DJ Navarro, Mariachi AJB, the Seguin Starlettes, and Danza Guadalupana. The event is free and open to all ages.
Wildlife Association annual meeting
The Guadalupe County Wildlife Management Association will hold its annual Spring Meeting on April 17 at the Texas Agriculture Education & Heritage Center (Big Red Barn), 250 Corodova Road in Seguin. The meeting begins with a social hour at 6 p.m., with the dinner meeting set to begin at 7 p.m. Anyone interested in Guadalupe county wildlife management is encouraged to attend. Dinner cost $15. RSVP by sending an email to RSVP:GuadalupeCountyWMA@gmail.com.
Friedens Church Geronimo Fish Fry
Friedens Church in Geronimo will host its monthly Fish Fry beginning at 5 p.m. Friday, April 17 and continuing until sold out. Plates are $15 and include fish, fries, coleslaw, hush puppies, and tea. Hot dog plates will also be available for $5, along with $2 desserts. The community is invited to come out and enjoy a great meal.
TLU Presents “The Best of The Carol Burnett Show”
Texas Lutheran University’s TheatreXpress program will present The Best of The Carol Burnett Show April 17 to 19 at the Studio Theatre, located inside the Weston Center for the Performing Arts on the TLU campus. The student-led production brings classic comedy sketches to life for a new generation. For showtimes and tickets, visit ticketsource.com/tlu-dramatic-media-texas-lutheran-university.
Seguin-Guadalupe County Black History Bus Tour
The Seguin-Guadalupe County Black History Bus Tour will be held Saturday, April 18, with tours running from 10 a.m. to noon and from 2 to 4 p.m. The narrated tour departs from the Davila’s BBQ parking lot at 418 West Kingsbury Street in Seguin. Participants will explore local Black history aboard a chartered bus and receive a commemorative booklet and snack bag. Tickets are $30 per person.
Small Business Unite Symposium Coming to Northeast Lakeview College
The Texas Tri-County Chamber of Commerce will host the Small Business Unite Symposium on April 17 to 18 at Northeast Lakeview College in Paluxy Hall in Universal City. The two-day event is open to entrepreneurs, business owners, students, and community leaders. The symposium will feature business education sessions, networking opportunities, industry panels, and a Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification included with registration. Registration is now open at busines.txtricountychamber.org.
Field of Honor BBQ fundraiser
Seguin Field of Honor will have a BBQ fundraiser from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 18 at Cash America Pawn, located at 1111 E. Court St. The plates are $12 each and consist of half a chicken, cowboy potatoes, beans and trimmings. Presale tickets are available from committee members, or call Connie at 830-243-2872.
TLU Spring Fling
Texas Lutheran University will host its annual Spring Fling from 6 to 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 22 on the TLU Library Lawn. The free event will feature a live concert, food trucks, games, and activities for all ages. The community is invited to attend and enjoy the festivities.
SW Prep PTO hosts Bingo Night Fundraiser
The Southwest Preparatory School PTO is hosting a game night fundraiser to help build a new playground for students at the Seguin charter school. The event will be held at 6 p.m. Thursday, April 23 in the Southwest Preparatory School Cafeteria, located at 2400 E. Walnut St. Entry is $10 and includes a game book. Tickets will be available at the door or from any PTO member. Students in 6th grade and up may participate, but must be accompanied by an adult.
Community Blood Drive
Green Valley Special Utility District, in partnership with South Texas Blood & Tissue, will host a community blood drive from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, April 24 at 605 FM 465 in Marion. Residents are encouraged to roll up a sleeve and help save lives. To schedule a donation time, scan the QR code on the flyer at gvsud.org. For questions, call South Texas Blood & Tissue at 210-731-5590.
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Texans Reaching Out 2026
Come one, come y’all to celebrate in true Texas style at St. Andrew’s “Texans Reaching Out” on Friday, April 24 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the church parish hall, 201 E. Nolte. The event features a lip-smackin’ fish fry by Johnny’s BBQ and music by The Magpies! You’ll also enjoy appetizers, drinks, and a handheld dessert bar. Tickets are free of charge, but reservations are required. A collection will be taken to benefit the local and international outreach ministries of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church. Seating is limited so reserve prior to April 17 by calling the church office at 830.372.4330 or emailing secretary@standrewseguin.org.
Seguin ISD Matador Family Bash
A Matador Family Bash will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 24 at Matador Stadium in Seguin. Hosted by Seguin ISD, the free event will feature games, concessions, and family activities. A movie showing of “Zootopia 2” will follow from 7 to 9 p.m. Families are encouraged to bring blankets and pillows for the movie.
Geronimo Creek Spring Stream Cleanup
A spring stream cleanup for the Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Watershed Partnership will be held from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Saturday, April 25. Volunteers in the Seguin area will meet at the Seguin ISD Outdoor Learning Center, located at 1865 E. U.S. Highway 90. Participants will help clean local waterways as part of a regional effort to improve water quality. Cleanup supplies will be provided, and a limited number of event T-shirts will be available for those who register. Free breakfast tacos and coffee will also be provided. Volunteers are encouraged to sign up in advance at geronimocreekwatershed.org.
Free Community CPR Training
The Seguin Fire Department will host a free Community CPR Training from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, April 25 at the Seguin Public Library. Space is limited, and participants are encouraged to sign up in advance. Register online at signupgenius.com/go/40 9044AA4AB22A1F58-63409752-community.
World Tai Chi & Qi Gong Day Celebration
A World Tai Chi and Qi Gong Day celebration will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 25 on the east lawn of Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, 206 N. Travis St. in Seguin. Local practitioners will gather as part of a global event promoting peace, harmony, and wellness, joining others around the world during the same hour. The free event is open to all skill levels, including beginners and those who wish to observe and participate. Participants are encouraged to bring a lawn chair and water. All-Inclusive Special Needs Dance Party
Beyond 22, Artable Curiosities, and Seguin Schoolyard will host the 2nd Annual All-Inclusive Special Needs Dance Party from 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, April 26 at 225 North Saunders Street in Seguin. The free, family-friendly event will feature sensory-friendly activities, face painting, games, arts and crafts, a photo booth, and prizes. Individuals of all ages are invited to attend and celebrate Autism Awareness Month.
Student Life “Elevate” Night Coming to Matador Stadium
Students are invited to a night of worship, food, and an encouraging message at “Elevate,” happening April 29 from 6 to 9 p.m. at Matador Stadium. The event will feature guest speaker Isaac Eisner and is open to everyone. Organizers say the evening is designed to bring students together for connection, community, and inspiration. Admission is free, and all students are welcome to attend.
Denim Day Event Raises Awareness for Sexual Assault Prevention
The Thriving Hearts Crisis Center is inviting the community to take part in Denim Day, a special awareness event focused on supporting survivors of sexual assault. The event will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, April 29 at Seguin Central Park, located at 201 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Community members are encouraged to attend, show support, and help raise awareness with the message that consent matters.
Evening with the Texas Rangers Set for April 30
The Seguin Heritage Museum is inviting the community to “An Evening with the Texas Rangers,” a special program featuring history and live entertainment. The event will be held from 6 to 9 p.m. Thursday, April 30 at the Palace Theatre, located at 114 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Entertainment will be provided by Dottsy Dwyer and the Hudiburgs, with concessions available during the evening. Admission is $20. Tickets can be purchased online at seguinheritagemuseum.org or locally at the Seguin Heritage Museum, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and Gift and Gourmet.
Seguin Art League High School Art Show Now Accepting Entries
The Seguin Art League will host its 16th annual High School Art Show, with artwork submissions accepted from 4 to 6 p.m. Thursday, April 30 at St. Andrew’s McKeogh Hall, located at 201 E. Nolte St. in Seguin. The show is open to all students in grades 9 through 12. Cash prizes will be awarded during a reception scheduled from 2 to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 2. For more information and a prospectus, visit seguinartleague.com or call 830-491-0778.
Friends of the Library Annual Meeting
The Seguin Friends of the Library will host its annual
meeting at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 30 at the Seguin Public Library. Doors open at 1:30 p.m. The program, “Tejiendo (Weaving) Cultura: The Women Who Have, Who Are and Who Will Weave the Legacy of Teatro,” will be presented by Dr. Yvonne De La Rosa, followed by a brief business meeting. Refreshments will be provided.
Free Tax Help at Texas Lutheran University
Texas Lutheran University is offering free tax preparation assistance through its IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) programs. The clinic will be held Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to noon through April 15 at the Beck Center on the Texas Lutheran University campus, 1020 Beck Drive in Seguin. The service is provided at no cost by accounting students from Texas Lutheran University and is open to individuals and households earning $69,000 or less, as well as seniors, people with disabilities, and limited English-speaking taxpayers.
Energy Assistance Available
The Community Council of South Central Texas is accepting applications for utility bill assistance through the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (CEAP). Funding is limited and available in select counties, including Guadalupe County. Apply online at ccsct.org/utility-assistance-apply-for-services/ and schedule an appointment with your county office. An appointment does not guarantee assistance.
Homestead Exemption Audit Process Begins for Property Owners
Property owners in Guadalupe County are being advised of a new requirement involving homestead exemptions. Under a new state law, appraisal districts across the state, including the Guadalupe Appraisal District, will begin conducting audits of homestead exemptions. As part of the process, property owners with an active homestead exemption may receive a notice asking them to reapply for the exemption every five years to verify eligibility. The appraisal district does not calculate taxes based on exemptions. Any tax adjustments will be handled by the Guadalupe County Tax Assessor-Collector’s Office and reflected either in amended bills for previous years or on the current year’s tax bill issued in October. Property owners who receive a notice should follow the instructions provided by the Guadalupe Appraisal District.
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Small steps to extend a car’s life expectancy
Vehicles continue to get more expensive. The automotive experts at Kelley Blue Book indicate the average American car buyer paid $50,080 for a new vehicle in September 2025, which was the first time the average price for a new car ever topped $50,000. More drivers are looking for ways to push their current vehicles past the 200,000-mile mark to save money.
According to S&P Global Mobility, the average age of a vehicle on the road hit a record high of 12.8 years in 2025. Although major mechanical failures concern drivers of older vehicles, it’s actually much smaller things that can affect vehicle longevity. There are small actions anyone can take to significantly extend a car’s life.
• Use caution on cold starts. When a vehicle sits, oil settles at the bottom of the engine. To help combat damage that can occur, drivers can wait about 30 seconds before shifting into gear, as this will allow the oil pump to circulate the lubricant to the upper valve train and help prevent extra wear on the engine. Modern fuelinjected engines warm up faster and more safely
by being driven gently rather than sitting still, so it’s not necessary to idle for a long while with the vehicle in the driveway, says Smart Motors Toyota. In fact, long idles actually can strip away oil.
• Treat fluids wisely. According to EngineeringCivil.org, checking and replacing fluids is cheaper than replacing hardware. Recent data suggests that consistent oil changes can add between 50,000 and 100,000 miles to an engine’s lifespan. It’s important to follow a vehicle’s manual for time-based intervals for fluid replacement, rather than just going by mileage.
• Drive faster on occasion. Oil will never get hot enough to evaporate internal condensation for those who primarily drive short distances under 10 miles. Once every few weeks, it’s important for drivers to drive at least 20 minutes at highway speeds to help get rid of contaminants.
• Drive smoothly on roads. Aggressive driving will not just burn more gas; such driving also creates heat, which can impact longevity. According to Kia, hard braking generates immense heat that can warp rotors and stress
suspension bushings. Likewise, it’s key to ease into acceleration. Rapid acceleration forces the transmission to downshift abruptly, increasing wear. Reports from The Zebra, an insurance shopping company, indicate that mindful driving can reduce mechanical strain by up to 30 percent.
• Fight corrosion. Rust can kill a car before the engine actually fails. People who live in areas where roads are treated with salt in the winter should use a winter car wash that includes an undercarriage spray. Auto Recycling World says road salt can eat through brake lines and fuel lines. In addition, applying a coat of wax twice a year can prevent UV rays and other damage to the clear coat, which protects the metal body from the elements.
• Address engine lights promptly. CarMD says addressing a “check engine” light immediately is 20 percent cheaper than waiting until the vehicle has a driveability issue. For example, ignoring a $150 oxygen sensor can eventually destroy a $1,500 catalytic converter. Small habits can help prolong the longevity of vehicles and help people save money.
