July 29, 2026
City names Garrick Herbert as new Seguin Fire Chief
(Seguin) — The City of Seguin has selected Garrick Herbert as the next chief of the Seguin Fire Department. Herbert, who has served as the assistant fire chief since April 2021, will lead the department following the retirement of Chief Dale Skinner.
City Manager Steve Parker this week announced the appointment, saying Herbert’s leadership, commitment to public service and dedication to strengthening the department made him the right choice to lead the organization into its next chapter.
Herbert joined the Seguin Fire Department after a lengthy career with the New Braunfels Fire Department. That’s when Herbert officially became Seguin’s first assistant fire chief.
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Seguin traveler scratches off $1 million prize during Corpus Christi stop
(Corpus Christi) — What started as an ordinary convenience store stop during a trip to Corpus Christi ended with a life-changing surprise for one Seguin resident.
The Texas Lottery announced that a Seguin resident claimed a $1 million top prize
after purchasing a winning 200X The Cash scratch-off ticket at Circle K #2740130 on McArdle Road in Corpus Christi.
The winner, who chose to remain anonymous, claimed one of the game’s four top prizes worth $1 million.
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Seguin ISD online registration continues
(Seguin) — Although summer is still in full swing, Seguin ISD officials are reminding families that now is the time to complete student registration for the upcoming school year.
Registration is currently open for both new and returning students.
Emily Allen, Seguin ISD’s executive director of communications , says registration has already begun and will remain available, giving families plenty of opportunity to enroll their children before classes begin.
“Registration has been open and will stay open,” said Allen. “You can definitely register your kids right now. We have all of that information on our website, and we are encouraging families to get their students registered as soon as possible.”
Allen says families can find registration information on the district’s website and should also watch for additional back-toschool information in the coming weeks.
“We will be putting out
something with all things back to school relatively soon on ParentSquare, which is our direct communication platform with our families, so they can be on the lookout for that,” said Allen.
Parents are encouraged to complete the registration process as early as possible to help ensure a smooth start to the school year and allow campuses adequate time to prepare for incoming students.
Additional registration information is available on the Seguin ISD website.
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City officials say during his 31-year career in municipal fire service, he has worked in both operations and training and support services. He holds a bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership from Texas A&M University-Commerce, an associate degree in fire science, and numerous fire service certifications. He is also currently pursuing a master’s degree in public administration from Tarleton State University.
Following the announcement, Herbert tells Seguin Radio KWED and the Seguin Daily News that he is humbled by the opportunity to lead a department that already has a strong foundation.
“I’m coming into a well organized, well run fire department that’s filled with folks that have been taking care of this community for a very long time. And so I’m just blessed to have the opportunity to be a part of where we go from here,” said Herbert.
Herbert says the department’s mission will remain unchanged under his leadership.
“The fire department just keeps being the fire department, right? And we’re going to be here no matter what, so we’re blessed for that,” said Herbert.
As fire chief, Herbert will oversee all operations, Fire/EMS first responders and staff while also helping
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According to the Texas Lottery, this is the first of four $1 million top prizes claimed in the 200X The Cash
guide the development of Fire Station No. 4. The planned 11,000-square-foot station will be built near the intersection of Huber and Rudeloff roads and will become the city’s first fire station north of Interstate 10.
With Seguin continuing to experience rapid residential and commercial growth, Herbert says his priority is ensuring the department grows alongside the community while maintaining its high level of service.
Looking ahead, Herbert says he wants to “build on the department’s existing success.”
“My hopes for this organization is that we can just continue to provide the excellent level of service that we do to our citizens,” said Herbert.
He says his hope is to prepare for the future rather than resist change.
“Everything in Seguin is feeling the impact of the growth. The fire department, every department of the city, our citizens just driving around — we’re all feeling the growth. I think that the key to just getting through this growth stage is to being agreeable to grow with it, not fighting it and making sure that we are putting the safety of our citizens and our personnel first,” said Herbert.
Herbert will officially assume his new duties during a swearing-in ceremony slated for Monday Aug. 3.
scratch ticket game. The game offers more than $115 million in total prizes, with overall odds of winning any prize listed at 1 in 3.41.
The Circle K store that sold the
winning ticket could also benefit from the sale. Under the Texas Lottery Retailer Bonus Program, the retailer may receive a $10,000 bonus for selling the top-prize winning ticket.
VITAL STATISTICS
SCHNEIDER
Shirley Schultze Schneider, age 90, of New Braunfels, Texas, passed away peacefully on July 13, 2026. Shirley was born on June 10, 1936, in San Antonio, Texas, to Erwin and Viola (Wieters) Schultze.
As a Licensed Vocational Nurse at Eden Home in New Braunfels, Shirley found her true calling caring for the elderly. She served her residents with unwavering compassion, treating each person with the love, dignity, and respect they deserved.
Shirley found joy in life’s simple pleasures. She loved gardening, feeding the deer and other wildlife that wandered into her yard, and spending time with her beloved cats. Many peaceful afternoons were spent on her back porch, quietly admiring the beauty of nature.
Above all, Shirley cherished her family. Her greatest joy was simply showing up for the people she loved. She treasured every opportunity to be with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren and was immensely proud of each of them. Whether it was a softball or volleyball game, a band concert, an award ceremony, or a musical performance, she could almost always be found in the audience, beaming with pride and cheering them on. Her love was constant, her support unwavering, and her presence a gift that
SCHRIEWER
Dorothy Janell Schriewer, age 92 of Seguin, passed away on July 20, 2026. Dorothy was born on September 16, 1933, in Seguin, Texas, to Dora (Mordhorst) and Val Schriewer.
Dorothy was a 1952 graduate of Seguin High School where she enjoyed being a member of the Matador Band. 8 days after her high school graduation, she married the love of her life, Carl Schriewer. She was a lifelong member of Cross Church where she was the Junior Choir Director.
She was always involved in her kids and grandkids’ activities. While she really enjoyed watching them, each event she attended was an opportunity for her other favorite past time of “people-watching.” Dorothy loved to travel, especially to towns with good seafood and you could also find her shopping QVC daily.
Dorothy is preceded in death by her loving husband of 51 years, Carl Schriewer, her son, Todd Steven Schriewer and her parents.
Survivors include son, Jeff Schriewer; daughter, Camile Salyer and husband Ron; daughter-in-law, Cheryl Schriewer; grandchildren who knew
CONEJO
Adela Conejo of Seguin, TX passed away on July 16, 2026. She was born on December 1, 1933, to Francisco Conejo and Enriqueta Rodriguez Conejo. Adela is preceded in death by both her parents and sister, Frances Conejo McHaney of Seguin, TX. She is survived by her sister, Natalia Conejo Lozano; brothers, Joe Conejo of Tyler, TX and Robert Conejo of Seguin, TX.
her family will forever treasure.
She is survived by her children, Pamela Froboese (Larry), Dale Schneider (Sharon), and Cheryl Arredondo (Anthony); her grandchildren, Amy Luna, Stevie Neuman (Matt), Philip Luna (Whitney Niemann), and Tori Klovenski (Pete); her great-grandchildren, Madison Morgan (Anthony Overpeck), Emmeline and Maxwell Neuman, and Jace and Caitlin Klovenski; and her great-great-granddaughter, Adelyn Overpeck.
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Anthony Carroll Schneider.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the compassionate staff of Grand Brook Memory Care and Hope Hospice, both of New Braunfels, for the exceptional care, kindness, and support they provided to Shirley and her family.
Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026, at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m., officiated by the Reverend Jim Price. A reception will follow at El Ranchito.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hope Hospice of New Braunfels or the New Braunfels Humane Society in Shirley’s memory.
Shirley will be deeply missed, forever loved, and lovingly remembered by all who had the privilege of knowing her.
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.
and loved her as “Gram”, Cole Salyer and wife Whitney, Carlie Tucker and husband Josh, and Cameron Schriewer; great-grandchildren, Connor Tucker, Lily Tucker and Cooper Salyer; other loving family members and a host of friends.
Visitation will begin on Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Cross Church followed by a memorial service celebrating her life at 11:00 a.m. with the Reverend Jim Price officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall.
Private interment will be held at a later date at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park.
The family would like to thank: Sara, Mckenzie, Ruth, Stephanie, Abigail, Cat, Cindi, Carmen, Emanuel, Ruby and Erika, as well as the nurses and staff at GVNC for their exceptional care of Dorothy through the end of her life.
For those who desire the services may be livestreamed on the Cross Church Facebook page.
Memorial contributions may be made to Cross Church, 814 N. Bauer, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or to Boysville, Inc., P. O. Box 369, Converse Texas, 78109-0369.
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.
Services honoring Adela will be held on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at St. James Catholic Church. Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. with the Holy Rosary recited at 10:30 a.m. and the Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Cemetery.
Arrangements are under the direction of Goetz Funeral Home, Seguin, Texas.
VITAL STATISTICS
ENGLER
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It is with deep sorrow and much love that we announce the passing of Kathleen “Kathy” Engler, age 83 of Seguin, Texas, who left us peacefully on July 20, 2026. Kathy was a bright light in the lives of everyone who knew her. Born on September 6, 1942, in Seguin, Texas to Sylvia (Moltz) and George Engler, she grew up with a kind heart, and a generous soul that could light up any room.
Kathy spent her life dedicated to the things she loved most: her family, her friends, and her passions. A graduate of Navarro High School, she immersed herself in her favorite hobbies like working in the yard, traveling - making impromptu weekend trips to the coast, embroidery, stained glass along with other types of crafting, and keeping up with all of her friends and the activities of those around her. She did so with unmatched enthusiasm and grace.
She will be remembered most for her boundless kindness, her infectious laughter, and her ability to make anyone feel welcome and cherished. Kathy had a unique way of listening with her whole heart, offering wisdom and comfort whenever it was needed.
MARKGRAF
Kimberly Ann Markgraf Born in Wichita, Kansas on May 15, 1962, to parents Jack Mayfield and Donna Mayfield (Ester) entered her eternal rest on July 20, 2026, at the age of 64.
Kathy’s legacy lives on through the family and community she adored.
She is survived by: her son, Michael Bohannan, sister-in-law Debbie Lowe, niece Jennifer Crawford (Steve), nephew Timothy Engler, and niece Brooke Lingerfelt (Donald), great nieces and nephews Jenna Crawford, Sydney Crawford, Trevor Lingerfelt, and Dylan Lingerfelt. A large circle of extended family and many dear friends, including her cherished First United Bank and Bartoskewitz Farm families.
She was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Sylvia (Moltz) and George Engler, as well as her brother Kenneth Engler.
A memorial service celebrating Kathy’s beautiful life will be held on Thursday, July 30, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Friedens Church with the Reverend Brett Becker officiating. Following the service, family and friends are invited to gather for a reception in the Activity Center at Friedens Church.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Kathy’s memory to Friedens Church, 2555 Friedens Church Road, Seguin, Texas, 78155, the Texas Agricultural Education and Heritage Center, “Big Red Barn”, (a cause that was dear to her heart), 250 Cordova Road, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or 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
Kimberly is survived by her brother Jason Mayfield; good friend Robert Martinez; and beloved pet Rascal.
The Visitation will be held at Heritage Oaks Mortuary Chapel on Friday, July 31, 2026, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. The Funeral Service will be Saturday, August 1, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at Heritage Oaks Mortuary Chapel. All services will conclude Saturday.
Former FDA Chief Says Cyclospora Not Under Control
(Undated) -- Former FDA commissioner Scott Gottlieb says that the agency does not yet have the cyclosporiasis outbreak under control. He said during an appearance on “Face the Nation that while the FDA has done well in tracing the issue to central Mexico and specific farms, the situation remains unresolved. Gottlieb added that officials cannot be certain the identified growing region is the only source of contamination. Federal and state investigators have linked iceberg lettuce from central Mexico to almost two-thousand cyclospora cases across nine states. Those affected states include Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania and West Virginia.
Federal Judge Orders FDA To Review Restrictions On Mifepristone
(Roanoke, VA) -- A federal judge in Virginia is ordering the FDA to review restrictions on a drug used to terminate early pregnancies. Three states filed a lawsuit in 2023 after the agency placed restrictions on the drug mifepristone. Last week’s ruling states that the FDA’s actions were unlawful and says a more thorough review must be conducted. A federal judge in Hawaii issued a similar ruling in October, calling the restrictions arbitrary.
Study Shows Finances Tied To Brain Health Later In Life
(England) -- A study shows finances and brain health are tied together. British researchers looked at 27-hundred people who were 80-years-old and found those in the bottom 20 percent financially in their mid life- were slower on cognitive tests and scored worse on memory tests in their later years. The study shows cognitive decline was slower for those better off financially at midlife. The study was published in the Innovation in Aging journal.
US To Reopen Border To Mexican Cattle Imports
(Washington, DC) -- The U.S. will begin a “phased opening” of the country’s southern cattle ports. The decision by the Department of Agriculture on Friday will allow a limited amount of cattle to be imported from Mexico after the ports were closed in May to control the spread of a New World Screwworm outbreak. The USDA will reopen the livestock port in Douglas, Arizona on August 24th. Other ports will reopen later depending on Mexico’s compliance with the Joint Action Plan. The USDA has tracked 42 confirmed cases of the flesh-eating parasite mostly in Texas since the start of the outbreak on June 3rd.
School
Physicals
All Kids Invited to SHS Football Camp
Seguin High School Football Camp will be held July 27-30 at Matador Stadium. The camp offers young athletes the opportunity to learn football fundamentals and techniques from Seguin High School coaches and players in a fun, positive environment. Sessions for incoming kindergarten through sixth-grade students are scheduled from 8 to 10 a.m., while incoming seventh through ninth-grade students will participate from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. each day. The cost is $30 per participant. Register online to reserve your spot.
Master Naturalist Training Class Accepting Applications
Interested in learning more about Texas’ plants, wildlife and natural areas? The Guadalupe Chapter of the Texas Master Naturalists is accepting applications for its 2026 certification training class. The program runs from August 4 through November 14, with classes held every other Tuesday from 5:45 to 9:15 p.m. at the Schertz Senior Center, 608 Schertz Parkway in Schertz. The cost is $175. For applications and class information, visit txmn.org/guadalupe and select the Certification Training tab, or email belindarossiter@gmail.com. The program trains volunteers to educate the public and help conserve Texas’ natural resources.
Candidate Filing Opens for Guadalupe Appraisal District Board
Anyone interested in serving on the Guadalupe Appraisal District Board of Directors can begin filing now. Three at-large positions — Places 1, 2 and 3 — will be on the November 3 General Election ballot. Candidates
have until 5 p.m. on Monday, August 17, to file with either the Guadalupe County Clerk or the Guadalupe County Elections Administrator. Filing information and eligibility requirements are available through the Guadalupe Appraisal District’s website guadalupead. org.
Comal Country Music Show
Enjoy an evening of live country music during the Comal Country Music Show on Tuesday, July 21, at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 111 Landa Street in New Braunfels. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the show from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Featured performers include Denise Steele and Conrad Gonzales. Admission is $10, with proceeds benefiting charity. Sandwiches, coffee, candy and soft drinks will be available for purchase.
New World Screwworm Seminar
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension is inviting livestock owners, pet owners and anyone interested in learning more about the New World Screwworm to attend a free seminar and webinar on Wednesday, July 22. The program will be held from 2 to 5 p.m. at the Bexar County Greenies Urban Farm, located at 1615 Sherman Street in San Antonio, with a virtual attendance option also available. The seminar is open to the public, but registration is required for both in-person and online participation. RSVP at NWSBexarcounty. eventbrite.com.
New Braunfels Food Bank Job Fair
Job seekers are invited to meet with multiple local employers during a Job Fair hosted by the New Braunfels Food Bank and Workforce Solutions Alamo on Wednesday,
July 22. The event will be held from 9 a.m. to noon upstairs at the New Braunfels Food Bank, located at 1620 S. Seguin Ave. in New Braunfels. Attendees are encouraged to bring copies of their resume and dress professionally for the opportunity to connect with area employers who are hiring.
CASA of Central Texas Foster Care Simulation
CASA of Central Texas will host a free Foster Care Simulation from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesday, July 22, at Gruene United Methodist Church, 2629 E. Common St. in New Braunfels. Participants will experience the challenges and realities of the foster care system through an interactive simulation. Registration is required. For more information, visit casacentex.org.
Call for Artists for 2026 Sip ‘n Stroll Mug
Local artists are invited to submit original artwork for the 2026 Sip ‘n Stroll commemorative mug. This year’s theme features Seguin’s Heritage Village properties, and all artistic mediums are welcome. Entries must be submitted by Friday, July 31, to You’re So Crafty, located at 208 South Austin Street in downtown Seguin. The selected artist will receive a $100 stipend, and the winning design will appear on more than 800 commemorative mugs. For more information, call 830-379-0730.
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