June 19, 2025
Seguin ISD names lone finalist for school superintendent
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- The name may already be familiar to many in the Seguin ISD community -- but this time, it belongs to someone new.
On Tuesday, the Seguin ISD Board of Trustees named Dr. Jack Lee as the lone finalist for superintendent of schools. The announcement will for sure draw double takes from longtime community members who remember another Jack Lee -- the late educator who for years served generations of Seguin students.
Nonetheless, this Jack Lee is the result of a two-month search for the district’s next leader.
Since 2019, Dr. Lee has served as superintendent of Bullard ISD. The 4A district, located south of Tyler, serves approximately 2,900 students.
Dr. Lee says he is excited about making the move to the Seguin ISD and is ready to
develop a plan for the school district’s future.
“I think the biggest thing I want people to know; is I am all about positivity. I’m all about high expectations, and I’m about making sure we’re doing what’s best for kids and if we can do all three of those things at the same time, then we’re going to have a school system that is top notch, competitive anywhere else, if not the best across the state,” said Dr. Lee.
In his time at Bullard ISD, Dr. Lee oversaw significant district improvements, including a jump to an “A” academic rating from the Texas Education Agency. He is also credited with implementing a districtwide curriculum overhaul, launching a mental health support system for students, and passing a $103 million bond to fund new facilities.
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The Seguin ISD welcomes the soon-to-be newest members of the Matador family. Pictured are Dr. Jack Lee, recently named the lone finalist for superintendent of schools, alongside his wife Jessica and their children, Jackson, an incoming freshman, and Emmy, an incoming fifth grader.
Seguin ISD’s future superintendent shares name with beloved late educator
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- The naming of a lone finalist for the Seguin ISD has unfolded yet into another tale – a tale of two Jack Lees. That’s because Dr. Jack Lee, an experienced educator from Tyler, Texas will soon lead the district where his name already adorns the front of the district’s professional learning center -- adjacent to the Seguin ISD Administration Building at Oak Park Mall. The Jack Lee Administration Building, was renamed last year in April in honor of another Jack Lee who was a legendary former Seguin ISD teacher and who passed away in 2022.
While the two Jack Lees are not related, trustees and soon -- community members alike will be marveling at the rare and heartfelt coincidence.
In fact, after being named the lone finalist, Dr. Lee couldn’t help but acknowledge the uniqueness of it all — especially after a moment shared with his own family.
“It's always fascinating when you show up at a board meeting and you know that everyone is waiting to see who you are. and you instantly know that the eyes are going to be on you. And especially when you pull up in your son says dad, that building has your name on it. And I have to say, Jackson, that's not this Jack Lee, that's a different Jack Lee,” chuckled the lone finalist.
While they didn’t plan for it, District 6 Trustee Lisa Burns agrees that it certainly caught their attention. Nonetheless, she’s excited about what this Jack Lee will bring to the table.
“What I just wanted to say is the very first words that we heard out of Dr. Lee's mouth were, ‘I am Jack Lee, and I am not that Jack Lee!’ And I will tell you, when he said it, he said it with humility and respect that he truly had done his research and understood how much Jack Lee meant to this community and that was that. And at that moment, I'm like, oh, I'm so excited about this. And then at the end of that first interview, Dr. LeeLeended us homework. He handed us an inch binder full of papers for us to review on his thoughts on running a district. And it was a phenomenal work product that he had done for us, and it included QR codes and Google Drive and links and videos and I was just blown away by the level of preparedness, and (I’m) just so excited about what this fall will look like,” said Burns.
District 7 Trustee Josh Bright says the legacy of the first Jack Lee is deeply rooted in Seguin ISD’s history. Now, the district, he says, is honored to be welcoming another Jack Lee – a Jack Lee he believes will bring his
own legacy of educational leadership to the district.
“I know the impact that was left by that gentleman in this community who we named that building after. I believe wholeheartedly that this Dr. Jack Lee is going to leave that same impact on the community while he's here. So, I'm really excited about him being our lone finalist and I can't wait to see what he can do,” said Bright.
Also, welcoming Dr. Lee was Board Vice President Linda Duncan. Duncan who represents District 4 says this twist of fate and moment of honor; makes it even more meaningful for her to share with him what Matador pride is all about.
“I just like to say, Dr. Jack Lee, I think you knew this about me when we first met -- that I'm a dedicated Matador fan, and it means something to me to say to you, ‘Welcome to Matador Nation!’ I cannot wait to teach you the fight song,” said Duncan.
The Seguin ISD unanimously named Dr. Lee as its lone finalist for superintendent during Tuesday night’s regular meeting. The board is expected to wait for the state mandated 21-days until it can finalize his hiring during a special meeting on July 10.
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Dr. Lee says his 20 years of experience -- both in administration and in the classroom -- is what he believes will help guide Seguin ISD toward its goals.
“A lot of times when you’re looking at a superintendent and you’re looking at positions and working with the board and working with an entire community, you’re looking for someone who fits you, who fits your community, who fits your board, who fits the overall school district. And I think the Seguin board saw that in me. I think they saw some of the experiences that I have. Some of the academic progress that I’ve (had) in the districts that I’ve worked in, to get us where we want to be and where we need to be. And so, I think that is just some of that experience of the growth that we’re experiencing here. I have experience with bonds. I have experience with tax ratification elections. And so, I think that just my experience, my personality, it all just fit. And I was lucky. I was the lucky one -- is what it really comes down to,” said Dr. Lee
He says he’s committed to working alongside the community to ensure that all students benefit from a high-quality education and are prepared for the next level.
“Our community here in Seguin is one that wants their schools to be successful. I think they want a school system that prepares students for that next level, whether that is college, whether that is military service, whether that’s joining the workforce. And we’re going to partner together to be able to figure out what’s the best way to get our students prepared for what works for Seguin. It is very much about us defining the Seguin way, what is our way, and handling and preparing our students for what’s next. And we’re excited to be a part of Matador Nation. We’re excited to be here in Seguin, and we’re looking very much forward to being here full-time,” said Dr. Lee.
Excited about this next chapter for Seguin ISD is Board President Denise Crettenden, who says she couldn’t be more thrilled with the district’s selection.
“I think he has really high expectations and really high standards, and I think that’s something that we need, somebody who really believes that our kids can achieve these things and just figuring out what do we need to get there. Not can we get there? But just what are we doing to get there? said Crettenden.
When it came to the pool of 50 applicants, Crettenden, who represents District 5, says Dr. Lee stood out for his enthusiasm and his desire to lead not only teachers, but all employees.
“I think that absolute enthusiasm for kids, like there’s people who are educators and they’re good at all the day to day stuff, and he’s going to be great at all those things. And a lot of our applicants were. They were great at curriculum, they’re great at being the, you know, basically chief operating officer, they’re all those operational things. But on top of all that, in addition to all that, there is just absolute enthusiasm for kids, the respect for educators, all those things in one package. And I just really think our students and our staff, our parents and our community are really going to find a great leader in Dr. Lee,” said
Crettenden.
Crettenden says it was ultimately Dr. Lee’s proven record of success that helped him land the job
“I think if you look at a lot of things from their school district, you’ll be really impressed with the things that they’re doing. Their strategic plan was really impressive -and just how they monitor those things, the expectations they have and the details -- the things that make their community unique. I think he’s going to have a great appreciation for what makes our community unique. He did his homework for sure when he came for both the first and second interview. He had done a lot of homework on Seguin ISD. He presented this with a lot of information about things. He immediately saw that that we could be, doing better and things that we were doing well.
Dr. Lee has held prior leadership roles in both Blooming Grove and Hillsboro ISDs. Also, a former band director, he holds music education degrees from UT Arlington and a doctorate from Texas A&M UniversityCommerce.
Originally from Whitney, Texas, Dr. Lee and his wife Jessica, also an educator, have two children: Jackson and Emmy.
The appointment follows an intensive hiring process conducted by the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Executive Search Services. Trustees are expected to take a final vote after the state-required 21-day waiting period at a special meeting scheduled for July 10. Until that time, Seguin ISD’s current interim superintendent, Elizabeth Banks, will continue her role –overseeing the district.
TLU Women’s Soccer releases 2025 schedule
SEGUIN, Texas -- Texas Lutheran Softball’s Annie Kay (Sinton/Sinton) and Serena Gonzalez (Corpus Christi/Foy H. Moody) have been named to the College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-America Softball Teams, it was announced Tuesday morning.
Texas Lutheran now has 61 Academic All-Americans in school history with 21 coming from TLU Softball. TLU Softball is responsible for nine of the last ten Academic All-America honors for Texas Lutheran. This marks the sixth time TLU Softball has multiple Academic All-Americans in the same season with the last coming in 2023 and the fourth time in the last six seasons.
Kay and Gonzalez are both first-time Academic All-Americans. Kay was named First Team Academic All-America while Gonzalez was named to the Second Team. Kay is the third Bulldog to be named both an All-American and Academic All-American in the same season. Kay is also the first Bulldog in program history with All-America, Academic All-America, Rawlings Gold Glove, and NFCA/New Balance Golden Shoe honors on their resume.
Kay graduated in May with a degree in Business and a cumulative GPA of 3.696. Gonzalez is a Kinesiology major and Psychology minor with a cumulative GPA of 3.55. To be considered for Academic All-America®
status, student-athletes must be named to the Academic All-District Team and have a cumulative GPA of 3.50 or higher.
A native of Sinton, Texas, Kay was the Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference Co-Player of the Year, a NFCA/New Balance Golden Shoe Winner, and an NFCA All-American. Her 63 stolen bases ranked second nationally to go with a .467 batting average, a program record 71 hits, and 38 RBI.
Gonzalez earns the honors after a record-breaking junior season. She recorded a program-best 14 home runs, establishing a new program record of 25 career home runs. Gonzalez also drove in a program-record 61 runs and currently sits second in program history with 134 career RBI. The Academic All-America honor joins her All-West Region Third Team and All-SCAC First Team honors from this season.
For more information on Texas Lutheran softball, follow the Bulldogs on Facebook (@txlutheransoftball), Twitter (@TLUsoftball), and Instagram (@tlu_softball) and as always you can find updates on all Texas Lutheran athletics on tlubulldogs.com and all official TLU social media channels (@ tluathletics on Twitter, @tlu_athletics on Instagram and TikTok, and @ tlubulldogs on Facebook).
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VITAL STATISTICS
Schneider
Jane Clark Schneider passed away peacefully on Sunday the 15th of June 2025 at the age of 91.
Jane was born in Prestwick, Scotland in 1934 to Ivie and Pearl McCrorie. In 1964, Jane married the love of her life Louis Schneider and together they embarked on a life that would take her from her beloved Scotland on a 23 year adventure as the wife of an Air Force GI living throughout the United States before retiring in Seguin, Texas.
Jane was Lou’s wife and partner for 47 years. Together Jane and Lou raised two daughters; Debbie Still and husband Andrew and Tracey Ramos and fiancé Brent Franks; four grandchildren Gavin Still, Amber Hernandez and husband Blaine, and Megan Still. Jane took her role as a wife, mother, and caregiver seriously as she
Vega
Castulo “Ernest” Vega, Jr. of Seguin, Texas passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025. He was born on December 31, 1936, in La Vernia. He married the “love of his life” Clara Vega, in 1956. They had 57 years of marriage together!
Ernest built a career as a welder. He worked many years at Randolph and Kelly Air Force Base. He was a great man with amazing character, integrity, and a huge heart and gave generously. He was a wonderful role model,
Rucker
Wayne M. Rucker, age 78 of Seguin, passed away on June 9, 2025. Wayne was born on March 27, 1947 in San Antonio, Texas, to Ruby (Uhl) and William Rucker.
Wayne was a 1965 graduate of Marshall High School in San Antonio, Texas. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. As an electrical contractor he owned and operated several businesses and worked for several different electrical companies. He and Gerry enjoyed travelling throughout the United States, but some of the best times were spent on the Texas Coast. Wayne and Gerry were active members of Grace Lutheran Church in Seguin.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Survivors include his loving wife of 50 years, Gerry “Geraldine” Brietzke
cared for her mother Pearl until her death and was lucky enough to provide daily care for her granddaughter Amber until she began school. To Jane, family was everything and it showed in all she said and did. Jane’s passing leaves a void in her family but the many fond memories she leaves us with will keep her spirit alive.
Jane was preceded in death by her parents Ivie and Pearl McCrorie and her husband Louis Schneider. How fitting that on Father’s Day Jane rejoined her husband, Lou.
In keeping with Jane’s wishes she will have a public visitation at Goetz Funeral Home in Seguin, Texas on Thursday, June 19, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
A Graveside service will be held at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park in New Braunfels, Texas on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. Reception at 175 Old Campbell Rd. Seguin, Texas 78108.
In Lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Guadalupe Regional Medical Center Inpatient Rehab Center.
trusted counselor, and champion for our family. He was also an avid golfer and an experienced fisherman. He worked hard, had high expectations and provided a better living for his family. He was a wise man and read the newspaper and bible daily. We will miss his stories he started with, “I tell you...”
He leaves behind four children, seven grandchildren and numerous great grandchildren, neighbors and many friends.
A memorial service celebrating Castillo’s life will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at St. James Catholic Church. We will have a Rosary, at 9:30am. The mass will begin at 10am and reception will follow in the Parish Hall and everyone is invited! Memorial contributions may be made to St. James Catholic Church, located at 510 Camp street, in Seguin.
Rucker; daughters, Wendy Thibeault and husband Kevin, and Christi Kelly and husband John; grandchildren, Abigail, Caitlyn and Kendall Thibeault, Paula Kelly, Patrick Kelly and wife Rachel; four great-grandchildren Kai, Elizabeth, Thomas, and Michael; sister, Sandra Smoot and husband Max; sister-in-law, Jeanette Walpole and husband Clayton; brother-in-law, Larry Brietzke and wife Kathy; several nieces and nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.
A memorial service celebrating Wayne’s life will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 10 a.m. at Grace Lutheran Church with the Reverend Roger Hotopp officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall.
Memorial contributions may be made to Grace Lutheran Church, 935 E. Mountain, Seguin, Texas, 78155.
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.
Moore
Mark Moore, age 74 of Seguin, passed away April 25, 2025. Mark was born on July 17,1950 to Lucile and Shipp Moore in Bay City, Texas. Mark met the love of his life in Genevieve Schwab, and they were married in 1980. In May of 1991 their son Kyle was born.
Mark was a 1968 graduate of Seguin High School, after high school he continued his education at Texas A&M University earning a degree in Biology. After graduation Mark took over a family business of Zella’s Liquor Store, which he ran for 45 years. When not at the store he enjoyed spending time outdoors, whether it was riding his road bike in many races, hiking the Sierra Nevada mountains with his friend Denver, or hunting with friends at the family ranch in Dilley; including the bi annual trip with childhood friends and many other guests that got added through the years. Mark also enjoyed working on the farm, taking his battle with mesquite trees very seriously, he also loved his time out around the cows.
Mark loved to travel, fueled by him attending 8 different school districts following his father around as he worked for Exxon-Mobil as a Geophysicist. Mark traveled to the pyramids in Egypt, Machu Pichu, Europe, went scuba diving at the Galapagos Islands, and many more adventures. Mark loved to tell stories of his travels and gave us all an opportunity to learn about the world through his eyes.
Mark is preceded in death by his loving wife of 39 years, Genevieve Moore, his mother, Lucile Moore, father, Shipp Moore, mother-in-law; Lulu Mae Schwab, father-in-law, Vernon Schwab, and brothers-in-law, Joe Mueller and Dudley Schwab.
Survivors include his son, Kyle Moore (wife Krystin); granddaughter, Genevieve Rose Moore; sister, Margaret Mueller; brother-in-law, Robert Schwab; sisters-in-law, Janice Schwab-Mann and Tina Schwab; nephew, Paul Mueller (wife Karen); niece, Donna Hall (husband Syd); numerous other nieces and nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.
A Celebration of Life will be held for Mark on Saturday, June 21, 2025 at the New Berlin Community Center, 8815 FM 775, New Berlin, Texas, 78155, from 2 to 6 p.m.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be directed to Parkinson’s Foundation or Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.
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.
Judge Rules Against Trump’s NIH Grants Cuts
(Boston, MA) -- A federal judge is ruling against the Trump adminstration cuts to National Institutes of Health grants. Reagan-appointed Judge William Young declared the cuts “illegal” and “void” and ordered many of the grants to be restored. He said the cuts represent racial discrimination and discrimination against America’s LGBTQ community. Young added he would be blind not to call it out and that it’s his duty to call it out. He said he has “never seen government racial discrimination like this.” An analysis published in JAMA last month found the Trump administration has terminating nearly two-billion dollars in grants in less than 40 days.
All Staff Laid Off From 9-11 Health Care Program Brought Back
(Undated) -- All staff members who were laid off from the 9-11 health care program have been rehired. John Feal is a lead advocate for 9-11 victims and says everyone was brought back but there’s a fight to get legislation passed for more money. He and others with 9-11 illnesses are in Washington this week for meetings where they will push for more money because Feal says medical costs have risen and more people have enrolled over the years. The program provides funding for roughly 140-thousand responders and survivors of the 9-11 terror attacks.
COVID Cases Increasing In California
(Sacramento, CA) -- COVID-19 cases are increasing in some parts of California due to a new, highly contagious variant called Nimbus. The variant is linked to severe throat pain, often described as razor blade throat. While this term is new, the extreme sore throats have been reported before. The Nimbus variant has been rising since May in California and now accounts for about 55 percent of current cases in the state, up from just two percent in April. According to the Department of Public Health, wastewater testing shows that coronavirus levels in wastewater are now at a “medium” level in California, the first time since April that they haven’t been low.
First Case of Theileria Cattle Disease Confirmed in Iowa
(Des Moines, IA) -- The Iowa Department of Agriculture has confirmed the state’s first case of the cattle disease Theileria orientalis Ikeda. The disease can cause anemia and death in beef cattle and was found in a herd in Van Buren County. According to Iowa State University Extension, it is spread by the invasive Asian longhorned tick. Officials say there is no known risk to public health.
June
Seguin High School Strength and Conditioning Camp
The Seguin High School Athletic Department will be hosting a free Strength and Conditioning Camp through June 26 and July 7–24, running Monday through Thursday. Boys’ high school sessions will be held from 7:00 to 9:00 a.m., girls’ high school sessions from 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., and middle school boys and girls will train from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Sessions include skills, weights, and running. For more information, contact Craig Dailey at cdailey@seguin.k12.tx.us.
Red, White and Blue Honoring Veterans Art Show
The Seguin Art League will be hosting the Red, White and Blue Honoring Veterans Art Show, accepting artwork from 10:00 AM to noon on June 14 at the Seguin Art League, 104 S. Austin. The show is open to both member and non-member veterans and will run through July 19. A Veterans Art Talk reception will be held on Wednesday, June 25, from 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A prospectus is available at seguinartleague. com or at the gallery. For more information, call 830305-0472.
Floral
Arrangement Workshop
The Seguin Public Library invites you to come spend a fun afternoon learning how to make your own colorful silk Floral Arrangement. Let your creativity bloom & join us on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 2 p.m. All supplies will be provided. This event is for adults only, and registration is required. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Library Holiday Closures
In observance of Juneteenth, the Seguin Public Library will be closed on Thursday, June 19, 2025. Normal hours will resume on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 9 a.m. Items may be renewed online, or returned using outdoor book return. Please call 830-4012422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Bilingual Storytime
The Seguin Public Library will host a Bilingual Storytime on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 10 a.m. Join us for our Bilingual Storytime in English and Spanish. Through fun stories and cheerful songs and rhymes, little ones will develop early language skills in both languages while enjoying a fun and engaging environment. This storytime is for families with children ages 0 to 5. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Cursed Art Studio Escape Room
The Seguin Public Library is hosting an Escape Room for adults on Friday, June 20, 2025, at 6 p.m. Step into the eerie studio of the reclusive artist M. Laveau, where a mysterious dinner invitation turns into a race
against time. You have just 15 minutes to solve his puzzles and escape before you become part of his living masterpiece forever! Register as a team or as an individual to be assigned to any team. Teams will be assigned a time slot. Times are approximate. Please arrive early, as the timing of the escape room is crucial to the experience. Registration required. This event is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Community Tai Chi
Free Tai Chi at the Seguin Public Library with Barry Jackson, PT, DPT, from GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. Beginners and experts are welcome for Free Community Tai Chi. This class is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Seed Cleaning & Packaging
The Seguin Public Library invites you to help us maintain our new Seed Library by cleaning and packaging native plant seeds, on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 1 p.m. Join the Seguin Public Library in collaboration with Native Plant Society and for this fun hands-on event and educational opportunity for all ages to contribute to preserving local ecosystems and promoting biodiversity. This event is open to everyone, whether you are a seasoned gardener or just looking to learn something new. It’s a wonderful way to connect with the community and support native plants in our area. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Teen Interactive Movie
The Seguin Public Library will be hosting an interactive movie for teens, on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 2 p.m. Join us for an interactive viewing party as we watch Pirates of the Caribbean, The Curse of the Black Pearl! Come ready to shout and dance with the movie. Snacks provided. This program is for teens ages 12 to 17. It is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas. gov for additional information.
20th Annual Seguin Area Youth Leadership
Academy (SAYLA)
The Seguin Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 20th Annual Seguin Area Youth Leadership Academy (SAYLA) from June 22-27, 2025. This program is open to Guadalupe County students entering their junior or senior year, providing team-building activities, personal development, daily tours, and community service opportunities. A mandatory overnight stay is required for one night only on June 22, 2025. Applications are available now, with a deadline of March 20, 2025. For more information, contact the Seguin Chamber at (830) 379-6382 or cofc@seguincham-
ber.com.
Sound Bowl Session
Unwind with a soothing sound bowl session that will leave you feeling refreshed. Join us at the Seguin Public Library for a calming Sound Bowl Session with Jennifer Baker on Monday, June 23, 2025, at 6 p.m. This relaxing experience uses the gentle vibrations of sound bowls to help you unwind, de-stress, and rejuvenate. Open to ages 16 and up, the session promotes relaxation and mental clarity. Please bring a mat or blanket for comfort. Registration is required, and space is limited—reserve your spot today. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Toddler Time
The Seguin Public Library will have Toddler Time on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 10 a.m. Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories followed by about 15 minutes of play time. This program is approximately 45 minutes long including play time. Geared towards ages 1-2. Toddler Time meets at 10 a.m. every Tuesday. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Preschool Storytime
The Seguin Public Library will have Preschool Storytime on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 11 a.m. Preschool Storytime includes stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Preschool Storytime meets at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Teen Tuesday
The Seguin Public Library will host Teen Tuesday on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. for Shrinky Dinks. Teens ages 12 - 17 can drop in anytime between 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. to hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more. This event is free and open to teens. Please call 830401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Tai Chi Tuesday
The Seguin Public Library will host Tai Chi for free on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at 6 p.m. Experience meditation in motion with Tai Chi every Tuesday in June at 6 p.m. at the Seguin Public Library. We are partnering with GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit to bring you Community Tai Chi. Beginners through Experts are invited to join us. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson, PT, DPT,. All skill levels are welcome. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Science Mill STEM Camp at San Marcos CISD
The Science Mill will be hosting Science Mill Summer STEM Immersion (SCI) Camp at 9 a.m. on June 24 at San Marcos CISD. This no-cost STEM camp is open to students in grades 3–12 and features a week of interactive projects that develop skills in science, technology, engineering, and math through an “apocalypse”-themed scenario.
Independent Cattlemen’s Association Names Greg Seidenberger as President
The Independent Cattlemen’s Association of Texas will be hosting its 51st Annual ICA Convention and Trade Show from June 25 to 27 at the Embassy Suites in San Marcos, where newly appointed President Greg Seidenberger will be in attendance. A native of Seguin, Seidenberger is a Vietnam veteran, retired U.S. Air Force and American Airlines pilot, and former Guadalupe County Commissioner. He brings decades of agricultural experience and community leadership to his new role. Attendees are invited to meet and visit with President Seidenberger during the event.
Baby Time
The Seguin Public Library will have Baby Time on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 10 a.m. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time will last approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0 to 18 months. Baby Time meets at 10 a.m. every Wednesday. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Family Storytime
The Seguin Public Library offers Family Storytime on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 11 a.m. Family Storytime includes stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5. Family Storytime meets at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Kids Tech and Gaming
The Seguin Public Library will host a Kids Tech and Gaming event on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 4 p.m. Join us for an afternoon exploring tech, coding and gaming. Participants can choose between gaming on the Nintendo Switch or exploring coding with Scratch and Cubelet Robot Blocks. This event is for kids ages 6 to 11 only, and registration is required. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Adult Craft Night
The Seguin Public Library will be hosting an adult craft night on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at 6 p.m. Come join us for a fun and simple DIY Button and Bead art craft. Get creative and experiment with your favorite color combinations to design a one-ofa-kind art piece. Register to attend, all supplies will be provided. This event is for adults only, and registration is required. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Two-Day Paper Making Class at Seguin Art League
The Seguin Art League will be hosting a Two-Day Paper Making Class from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. on June 26 and July 3 at the Seguin Art League Gallery, 104 S. Austin Street. Designed for adults ages 18 and older, this $60 workshop will guide participants through creating hand-made paper with decorative add-ins and deckled edges on the first day, followed by preparing the dried pages for use on the second. The class requires a minimum of 8 and is limited to 12 participants. For more information, call 830-3050472.
SRE Ramblin’ Rita’s Texas Tales
The Seguin Public Library invites families to enjoy an exciting and interactive story time with Ramblin’ Rita’s Texas Tales, on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. Register to attend this 45-minute program is designed for children in grades K–5 and features lively storytelling with a fun Wild West twist. During the event, Rita selects volunteers from the audience to participate by wearing costumes and performing lines as part of the story. It’s a high-energy program that gets everyone involved. Registration is required. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Chess Club
The Seguin Public Library will host an All-Ages Chess Club meetup on Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 6 p.m. All skill levels are welcome. Learn more about Chess with Coach Blake during the chess lesson. There will be chess sets but patrons are welcome to bring their own chess equipment. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Gabe Galvan Band
The Silver Center will be hosting Gabe Galvan Band at 7:30 p.m. on June 27th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-303-6612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
Drop-In Tech Help at the Library
The Seguin Public Library is offering free Tech Help
sessions for anyone needing assistance with smartphones, tablets, laptops, or other digital devices, on Friday, June 27, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
During these sessions, visitors can receive one-onone help from knowledgeable staff on topics such as sending emails, downloading apps, managing files, using eBooks, and browsing the internet safely. All ages and skill levels are welcome. No appointment is necessary. Please note that library staff are unable to repair hardware or resolve major software issues. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
SHS Class of 1985 40-Year Reunion Set for June 28
The SHS Class of 1985 Reunion Team will be hosting the SHS Class of 1985 40-Year Reunion from 6 to 11 p.m. on June 28 at the Elks Lodge in Seguin. All classmates are encouraged to join in this special celebration. For more information, contact seguinhsclassof1985@gmail.com or visit the Facebook page: Seguin High School Class of 1985.
2nd Annual Build for Better Bash – Hosted by Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio & Guadalupe Valley Habitat for Humanity of San Antonio & Guadalupe Valley invites the community to the 2nd Annual Build for Better Bash on Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Texas Lutheran University – Seguin Hall Parking Lot (1000 W Court St, Seguin, TX 78155). Join us for a community wall build to support local families in need.
Family LEGO Day
The Seguin Public Library will host a family LEGO Day for all ages on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at 10 a.m. Get ready to unleash your inner architect at our super fun LEGO extravaganza! Join us for a family-friendly bash you can build, create, and play! This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Seguin Storytellers
The Seguin Public Library, in collaboration with Seguin Storytellers, presents Camino de Santiago Pilgrimage on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Join us for an inspiring afternoon as Ken shares his personal journey of walking the Camino de Santiago and reflects on how the experience deeply impacted his life. This storytelling event offers a meaningful glimpse into travel, transformation, and self-discovery. We invite you to attend Seguin Storytellers and celebrate Seguin’s heritage and community spirit every last Sunday of each month for insightful stories shared by longtime residents who’ve shaped our city’s history and culture. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Book Nuts Book Club
The Seguin Public Library will host its monthly book club meeting Monday, June 30, 2025, at 1:30 p.m. and again at 4:30 p.m. This month’s book discussion will be The Handmaid’s Tale by Margarett Atwood. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
July
Toddler Time
The Seguin Public Library will have Toddler Time on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 10 a.m. Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories followed by about 15 minutes of play time. This program is approximately 45 minutes long including play time. Geared towards ages 1-2. Toddler Time meets at 10 a.m. every Tuesday. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Preschool Storytime
The Seguin Public Library will have Preschool Storytime on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 11 a.m. Preschool Storytime includes stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for children ages 3 to 5. Preschool Storytime meets at 11 a.m. on Tuesdays. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Teen Tuesday
The Seguin Public Library will host Teen Tuesday on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 4:30 p.m. for beads. Teens ages 12 - 17 can drop in anytime between 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. to hang out, play games, use makerspace supplies, draw, and more. This event is free and open to teens. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Tai Chi Tuesday
The Seguin Public Library will host Tai Chi for free on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, at 6 p.m. Experience meditation in motion with Tai Chi every Tuesday in July at 6 p.m. at the Seguin Public Library. We are partnering with GRMC Inpatient Rehabilitation Unit to bring you Community Tai Chi. Beginners through Experts are invited to join us. Classes are led by Tai Chi instructor Barry A. Jackson, PT, DPT,. All skill levels are welcome. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Baby Time
The Seguin Public Library will have Baby Time on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 10 a.m. Learn rhymes and bounces to do with babies, sing songs, and listen to 1 baby storybook. Song and rhyme time will last approximately 25 minutes, followed by baby playtime with scarves, egg shakers, and more. Baby Time is geared towards ages 0 to 18 months. Baby Time meets at 10
a.m. every Wednesday. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library. seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Family Storytime
The Seguin Public Library offers Family Storytime on Wednesday, July 2, 2025, at 11 a.m. Family Storytime includes stories, rhymes, songs, and other fun early literacy activities for families with children ages 0 to 5. Family Storytime meets at 11 a.m. on Wednesdays. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.
Freedom Fiesta Seeking Food, Craft, Game, and Non-Profit Vendors
Seguin Daily News / KWED will be hosting Freedom Fiesta at 6 p.m. on July 5 in downtown Seguin. Vendor applications are now open for food trucks, for-profit food and drink vendors, arts and crafts, games, and non-profit organizations. The fee is $250 for food trucks and food vendors, and $100 for drink vendors. All fees are non-refundable and must be paid to KWED upon signing the application. A $25 food permit is also required for all food and drink vendors and must be obtained separately from the City of Seguin by noon on June 20, 2025. Non-profit organizations are encouraged to participate and should contact KWED for additional setup details. Space is limited, and forms should be submitted as soon as possible. For more information, call 830-379-2234.
Join GCRW’s Kiddie Parade:
Kids are invited to participate in the Guadalupe County Republican Women Kiddie Parade, which kicks off KWED’s Freedom Fiesta on Saturday, July 5th at 6 PM on Donegan Street next to Seguin’s Central Park gazebo. Kids can ride in their strollers, on their bikes or scooters, in their motorized vehicles, or just march around Central Park following Uncle Sam (aka, Sheriff Joshua Ray) around the square. Prizes will be given to the top two in each category (walking, self-propelled, motorized). No pre-registration is necessary. Contact Kelly with questions at 830.463.7549 or kdfoll123@ yahoo.com.
Seguin Art League Summer Art Camp – July Session
The Seguin Art League will be hosting a second session of the Wild Beasts: Animals in Folktales, Myth and Art Summer Art Camp from July 8 to July 11 at 104 S. Austin St. The camp runs from 10 a.m. to noon for ages 5 to 9, and 1 to 3 p.m. for ages 10 and older. Students will engage in creating bold and imaginative animal-themed art inspired by myth, folktale, and the wild style of the French “Fauves.” The cost is $125, and supplies are included. Each session is limited to 8 students. For more information, call 830-305-0472.
Bryan Zipp
The Silver Center will be hosting Bryan Zipp at 7:30 p.m. on July 11th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling
830-303-6612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
Indoor Flea Market Hosted by Guadalupana Society
The Guadalupana Society of Our Lady of Guadalupe Church will be hosting an Indoor Flea Market at 9 a.m. on July 12 at the Parish Hall, located at 409 W. Krezdorn St. in Seguin. Small business owners and vendors are invited to participate, with crafts, housewares, clothes, direct sales, and gently used items welcome. Food items require prior board approval. Tables are available for $25 each, with limited availability on a first come, first served basis. For more information or to reserve a table, contact Cindy Pease at 417-389-1837 or Felisa Ramirez at 210-382-1745.
CMA Summer Strings and Vocal Arts Camps
The TLU Community Music Academy will be hosting its Summer Strings and Vocal Arts Camps on July 14–18 at the TLU Schuech Fine Arts Center. The Strings Camp will run from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and includes instruction in violin, cello, and orchestra (no guitar). The Vocal Arts Camp will take place from 1:30 to 5:00 p.m. Both camps are open to students in grades 2–6 and welcome beginners. Registration is open from April 21 to July 14, and the fee is $125 with discounts available. For more information and to register, visit www.tlucma. org.
Science Mill STEM Camp at Texas Lutheran University
The Science Mill will be hosting Science Mill Summer STEM Immersion (SCI) Camp at 9 a.m. on July 15 at Texas Lutheran University. This free, week-long camp for students in grades 3–12 includes hands-on STEM activities like programming robots, creating chemical reactions, and designing bug-inspired drones. The 2025 theme is “apocalypse,” encouraging students to solve survival challenges using skills in renewable energy, chemical engineering, and robotics.
Gabe Galvan Band
The Silver Center will be hosting Gabe Galvan Band at 7:30 p.m. on July 25th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-303-6612. Tickets are $15 at the door.
Texas Women of Influence Conference Slated for July 31
The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the 2025 Texas Women of Influence Conference on July 31 at Geronimo Oaks Weddings and Events Venue, located at 1377 Dietert Road in Seguin. Organized by the Chamber’s Women’s Conference Planning Committee, the event aims to celebrate and empower women leaders across Texas. Further details, including registration and programming, will be announced closer to the date.
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.
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NOTICE TO CREDITORS: Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Joann Wilma Zech, Deceased, were issued on May 29, 2025, in Cause No. 2025-PC-0171, pending in the County Court of Guadalupe County, Texas, to: Jason Bradley Zech. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o Frank B. Suhr, Attorney at Law, 473 S. Seguin Ave, Ste 100, New Braunfels, Texas 78130 - DATED the 11th day of June, 2025.
