A moving tribute to service: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall replica to open in Seguin this Veterans Day
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- A powerful symbol of service, dedication and gratitude is coming to Seguin this Veterans Day. The American Veteran’s Traveling Tribute (AVTT), featuring an 80-percent scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., will make its first-ever visit to Seguin this Tuesday. The wall will be on display at the Smokey Joe Williams Field, located at the Seguin Events Complex.
The traveling wall’s visit is being presented by Seguin’s Doug Herrle Disabled American
Veterans (DAV) Chapter 61 as part of a weeklong community tribute organized by the Guadalupe County Veterans Council. The DAV, which annually spearheads Seguin’s Veterans Day ceremonies, has spent months preparing for the historic visit.
That’s according to DAV Commander Marlin Howze, who says organizers are honored to pay tribute to all those who have fought for our nation’s freedoms over the past century.
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Motorcycle escort to accompany traveling Vietnam Wall into Seguin
(Seguin) -- A powerful show of unity and respect is set to roll into Seguin today as the community prepares to welcome the American Veteran’s Traveling Tribute (AVTT) and Vietnam Wall. Ahead of its opening ceremony, the Guadalupe County Veterans Council will host a special motorcycle mission this morning – a mission which will escort the wall from San Marcos to Seguin.
Riders will gather at San Marcos High School’s Rattler Stadium beginning at 9:30 a.m., with departure scheduled for 10:15 a.m. The procession, which may include up to 100 riders, will travel south to Seguin, concluding at the parking lot of Smokey Joe Williams Field at the Seguin Events Complex. The baseball field will be the wall’s home for the next several days.
Raul Aguilar, who represents the American Legion and American Legion Riders, says the escort is an opportunity for veterans and supporters alike to come together and ensure the wall’s arrival is marked with the honor it deserves.
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Darren Dunn and Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
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Fire engulfs 18-wheeler on IH 10 bridge in Seguin
Firefighters push through obstacles to extinguish blaze
Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- A fiery crash shut down parts of Interstate 10 and the State Highway 123 Bypass Thursday evening after an 18-wheeler caught fire on the bridge, sending thick smoke into the air and forcing emergency crews to close the major highway for several hours.
Seguin Fire Chief Dale Skinner says crews were dispatched shortly before 5:30 p.m. after reports of a tractor-trailer fire on I-10 at the 123 Bypass. Initial reports indicated the truck was beneath the bridge, but firefighters arrived to find the burning vehicle on the bridge itself.
“The initial reports were that there was a tractor trailer involved, and it was under the bridge and of course, crews arrived to find that the vehicle was actually on the bridge, and the tractor portion of the vehicle was on fire, and the trailer was beginning to ignite,” said
Skinner. “Our firefighting efforts of course were hindered due to the location and lack of water supply, and they were slightly delayed due to the fact that we did not know what the cargo was in the trailer and then there were some small poppings and small explosions inside the trailer.”
Skinner says crews quickly made contact with the driver of the 18-wheeler, who confirmed that the trailer contained non-hazardous cargo. No injuries were reported, and the driver escaped safely.
“Of course, with it being on the bridge, gaining access to all sides of the trailer was challenging, so I’m proud of the crews that they used some creative methods and deployed our ladder truck down from below,” said Skinner. “We had that elevated master stream which helped tremendously in extinguishing the fire. We did request some assistance
from GCFR with their water tender, and we also had a water tender en route to that scene as well.”
The fire sent diesel fuel spilling from the truck onto the area below the bridge. Both directions of I-10 and the SH 123 Bypass were closed while firefighters battled the blaze and worked to prevent additional hazards.
Traffic was detoured across town, with congestion reported on Kingsbury Street and other nearby routes as 18-wheelers and passenger vehicles were rerouted.
The bridge sustained visible damage, and the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)was called to inspect the structure before lanes could safely reopen.
All lanes were eventually reopened later that night once the fire was fully extinguished and the area deemed safe.
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“This is the American Veteran’s Traveling Tribute so in it is the Vietnam Wall as depicted in Washington D.C. This is an 80 percent replica of that same wall in Washington and the difference between that is in the American Veteran Traveling Tribute, there’s also tribute monuments to each of the major military action since WWII leading up to Afghanistan. So, this tribute is going to cover all of those areas as well,” said Howze.
The exhibit will officially open to the public on Tuesday, Nov.11, and remain open around the clock through Saturday, Nov. 15.
“We are going to have guides that can help people there with disabilities. If you need help to find a name or something, each of the organizations will have a day of service where they will be in charge of security and helping the public get to what they want to do. It will be open to the public from the 11th to the 15th. Sunday morning it departs – open 24/7. We’ve got security personnel arranged and will be there all through the night. So anytime you want to go look at it, it will be here. It will be open,” said Howze.
Howze says making the event special is the arrival of the exhibit in observance of Seguin’s Veterans Day celebration – a celebration that begins with the annual parade on Tuesday morning.
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“Line up for the parade begins at 8 o’clock and then the parade starts at 9 a.m. It will be coming out of College (Street) going down Austin Street toward the Coliseum and we will join there. At 11 o’clock, we have a Veterans Day observance where we will have a guest speaker in the form of Major General Bob Parker, U.S. Air Force Retired and then following that, we will have the grand opening which will begin at around 12:10 p.m. over at Smokey Joe Field. Then at 12:30 p.m. we are going to have a military flyover consisting of fixed and rotary wing aircraft and that will be elements from the Texas Air National Guard,” said Howze.
Howze says Tuesday’s events will be marked with community contributions. He says ceremonies will include participation from all over.
“We encourage people to come out and enjoy it. We are doing this as a celebration of service by the military. We’ve got food trucks in line. The Seguin High School Mariachi Band is going to be out there playing for us. We’ve got the American Indian Color Guard that will be doing colors for us this year. There’s a lot of new and unique elements that are coming out and we invite people to come in here and check it out,” said Howze.
Standing alongside the wall will be the 5th annual Seguin Field of Honor, a local display that transforms a sea of flags into a field of gratitude. The Field of Honor, organized by the Seguin Field of Honor® Committee, is
just calling out our veterans and having them show respect and honor by escorting it and making sure it comes in safely,” said Aguilar.
For Aguilar, he says the mission carries deep personal meaning. He says it marks a special tribute for those who served before him.
“I’m a veteran myself. When I got back from my two deployments in Iraq, I was really honored. We were treated like almost super-sized when we came back from our war and the Vietnam veterans, they did not so having that opportunity to do it later really means a lot to me and being able to show them that their sacrifices do mean a lot,” said Aguilar.
Organizers say anyone wishing to take part in the escort is welcome to join. Riders simply need to meet at Rattler Stadium in San Marcos before the group’s
joining forces this year with the DAV and Guadalupe County Veterans Council to help support funding for the wall’s visit and to expand the scope of the community’s Veterans Day tribute.
Connie Ramirez, event chair for the Field of Honor Committee, says the opportunity to honor or remember someone with a flag is still available. She also notes that, to her knowledge, Seguin’s Field of Honor may be the only such display in the nation “to coincide with a visit by the Vietnam Wall replica.”
Each of the American flags will fly proudly on seven-and-a-half-foot flagstaffs from November 10 through November 15. For information on purchasing or dedicating a flag, or to learn more about sponsorship opportunities, visit the Seguin Field of Honor Facebook page or contact Ramirez at 830-243-2872.
According to officials with the American Veterans Traveling Tribute, the mission of the organization is to travel across the United States with the Traveling Vietnam Wall and Cost of Freedom Tribute – “ensuring that every veteran feels the respect and recognition they deserve.” Founded in 2005 by Army veteran LTC Don Allen (Ret.) and Air Force veteran Dr. Barb Allen, AVTT has visited more than 500 communities nationwide, helping Americans honor, respect, and remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
departure at 10:15 a.m. The ride will travel south on State Highway 123.
The American Veteran’s Traveling Tribute (AVTT) and Vietnam Wall will officially open in Seguin at Smokey Joe Field on Tuesday at 12:10 p.m. following this year’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony at the Seguin Coliseum. Events include parade at 9 a.m. and ceremony at 11 a.m.
The traveling exhibit, also featuring other conflicts since WW II, will remain available for free public viewing 24/7 in Seguin from Tuesday, Nov.11 through Saturday, Nov. 15.
Seguin Class of 2026 goes out a winner on gridiron at Senior Night at Matador Stadium
Chris Austin
(Seguin) -- Seguin senior quarterback Corey Dailey scored on a five-yard touchdown run with 3:10 left in the fourth quarter to give the Matadors a 4742 victory over San Antonio MacArthur at Senior Night on Friday at Matador Stadium.
Seguin’s signal caller accounted for six touchdowns, four on the ground and two through the air, on the night for the Matadors. He threw for 359 yards and ran for 187. Dailey threw his 100th career touchdown pass in the second quarter when he hit fellow senior Elliot Weaver on an eight-yard touchdown. Weaver went over 1,000 yards receiving on the season, catching 13 passes on the night for 192 yards and both of Dailey’s TD throws.
It was a celebration for Seguin’s Class of 2026. In the first quarter, senior running back Calvin Caad scored a touchdown on his first and only career carry as a Matador. Caad’s one-yard run was aided by Dailey who gave his running back a push from behind to help him across the goal line.
At the end of the game, the Matadors inserted injured running back Ian Moreno to take the final snap and take a knew to preserve the victory. The senior Moreno, injured two weeks ago and out of the lineup last week, suited up on Senior Night despite the injury. He was able to take the last snap of the season for the Matadors to end his career.
Seguin’s starting offensive line featured three seniors. The trio of Kevin Dominguez, Joaquin Patteson and Caleb Andrade helped the Matador offensive attack amass 546 total yards of offense on the night.
For the defense, senior linebacker Zayon Goldsberry capped his lone season in Seguin with seven tackles and a fumble recovery. Senior defensive lineman Kyle Medrano had five tackles including two for loss. Senior linebacker Julius Rivera had four tackles and a forced fumble. And senior defensive back
Marcus Troy collected five tackles with one for loss.
On special teams, senior kicker Gabe Hernandez was perfect on the night. Hernandez drilled all five of his extra point attempts, which accounted for the difference in the final score.
Dailey, who will graduate early and enter the spring football program at the University of Pittsburgh, will join his father and head coach Craig Dailey as a Seguin alum in January. Craig was also a star quarterback for the Matadors, graduating in 2000.
Following the game, Craig talked about coaching his son in his final game.
“He’s what every coach and every dad wants as a kid. He lays it all on the line for his team,” the elder Dailey said of his son. “I don’t know how many things he did tonight. He just wanted the ball. Who would’ve thought that he would be our leading rusher in any game? He put the game on his back. He’s one of the best I’ve ever coached in my career and I’m super proud of him.
“He’s top three in the San Antonio area in career passing (yards), 100 touchdowns. The numbers say he produced. He doesn’t talk much. He’s not gonna brag on social media. He promotes everybody else like a good teammate. And when he gets on this field, he’s about one thing and that’s winning.”
A four-year starter, Corey Dailey finished his career with 9,128 yards, 100 TD passes and just 22 interceptions. In 10 games in his senior year, Dailey threw for 2,911 yards with 22 TDs and four interceptions. He also ran for 658 yards and 13 touchdowns.
Seguin ends the season with a 5-5 record. The Mats were 3-4 in District 13-5A, finishing in fifth place and outside of the playoffs for only the second time in the last eight years.
VITAL STATISTICS
Sebesta
Rev. Dr. Robert James Sebesta died on Monday October 6, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Robert, known as Bob by his friends and family, was 93 years old when he passed. Bob was born on November 16, 1931 in a farmhouse near Caldwell, Texas in Burleson County to Joe Frank and Julia Bravenec Sebesta.
Bob is survived by Claribel, his wife of 70 years, his son Robert J. (Rob) Sebesta, Jr. (Melinda) and their children Major James Sebesta (Sarah), Olivia Jakubowski (Tomek), and Julia Sebesta, his daughter Drs. Cheryl Banks (Bill) and their children Drs. Kristen Beaver (Jared), Austin Banks, and Dr. Emily Banks and daughter Claire Sebesta (Dr. Jackie) and their children Taylor Smith (Yesenia), Joy Smith, and Jordan McGeehon (Timo), 9 great grandchildren (and one on the way), and his brother Rev. Dr. Daniel Sebesta (Marsha).
Bob’s childhood education occurred in 3 room Hlavaty Rural School, from grades 1 through 9. He graduated from Caldwell High School in 1948. While living at home, with his parents and 3 brothers, Bob attended the CzechMoravian Brethren Church in Caldwell.
Bob graduated from Southwest Texas State Teachers College in San Marcos in 1952 and Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in 1955. Always striving to learn and grow, Bob earned his Doctorate in Ministry from Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary in 1983.
In the summer of 1952 Bob met the love of his life in Dulac Louisiana and in June of 1955 he married Claribel Joan Brown of the rural community of Raymond near Jennings, Louisiana. Starting their life together and Bob’s passionate ministry career immediately after, Bob was ordained as a Presbyterian pastor at his first church in Rocksprings Texas in July of 1955.
Bob lovingly served 5 Presbyterian congregations in Texas during his 42 ½ years of ministry: Rocksprings, Portland, Harlingen, San Marcos, and Pecos. Bob believed his wife Claribel was half of his ministry because she taught, worked with women’s groups, and served in the community of all of their churches.
Krueger
Doris Anne Krueger passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the age of 76. She was born to Alfred and Mary Reimer on July 21, 1949, in Seguin, Texas.
Doris will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, cousin and dear friend. She loved working in her yard and had a passion for handmade crafts. She will be deeply missed.
She is preceded in death by her parents Alfred and Mary Reimer; sister Delrose Elley and brothers Alfred “Sonny” Reimer, Elroy Reimer, and Richard
He felt called by God to pastor small churches and enjoyed all parts of a small church’s life: preacher, teacher, administrator, organizer, counselor, community relations. He especially enjoyed teaching the Bible, which he continued to do through most of his retirement.
Bob’s passion for helping others extended into a strong commitment to community service. Bob actively served in leadership roles in Kiwanis and Lions Clubs in the communities where they lived. Continuing his dedication to service in retirement, he served as Board President for Habitat for Humanity and was recognized as an outstanding facilitator of Parents Helping Parents program for 14 years.
In addition to church specific activities, Bob enjoyed gardening, dancing, history, researching and writing family history, genealogy, and personal memories. He was especially passionate about music and loved singing in the church choir and attending concerts whenever possible.
Bob and Claribel loved to travel. Early in their marriage they lived in Scotland for a year where they both attended St Mary’s College at the University of St Andrews. While living there, they spent the summer of 1957 touring Europe, visiting 10 different countries, covering 6188 miles in 75 days on their Lambretta motor scooter (the Blue Dart).
Through Bob’s passionate faith and loving embrace of others, he touched countless lives far beyond his local church ministry. He will be greatly missed, but his legacy will continue to touch lives for years to come.
The family wishes to express deep gratitude to the wonderful staff at Seguin Assisted Living, the nurses and aids from Guadalupe Regional Hospice Services and our dear Seguin Angels for the tremendous love and care shown to Bob and Claribel over the past several years.
There will be a Celebration of Life for Bob on November 15, 2025 at 10:30 am at First Presbyterian Church Seguin with a light lunch after. The family requests that persons wishing to give memorials make contributions to First Presbyterian Church Memorial Fund, 1121 E. Walnut St., Seguin, Tx 78155 or the charity of their 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.
Reimer.
Left to honor and cherish her memory is her husband of 56 years, Vernon Krueger; son Bryan Krueger; grandchildren Renae Krueger and Isabel Krueger. She is further survived by her sister Irene Abrameit, and numerous nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Goetz Funeral Home in Seguin, Texas from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. The Funeral Service will be held on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Goetz Funeral Home at 10:00 am, with interment following at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Services are under the direction of Goetz Funeral Home, Seguin, Texas.
VITAL STATISTICS
Oestreich
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dr. Charles H. Oestreich, age 93, President Emeritus of Texas Lutheran University (TLU). As we remember him, we honor a life well lived, as a teacher, scholar, and leader whose work helped shape Texas Lutheran University and whose legacy endures in the lives of those he influenced.
Born in Columbus, Ohio, June 8, 1932, Dr. Oestreich earned a Bachelor of Science from Capital University, followed by an M.S. and Ph.D. from Ohio University. He joined the TLU faculty and administration in 1969 as the Academic Dean, later serving as the university’s President from 1976 to 1994.
During his leadership, Dr. Oestreich oversaw significant growth in the university’s academic programs, faculty development, campus infrastructure, and institutional mission. His stewardship strengthened TLU’s reputation as a thoughtful, values-based liberal-arts institution rooted in the Evangelical Lutheran tradition and provided a foundation for its continued success.
Beyond the institution, he was known among colleagues and students for his integrity, scholarly curiosity, and genuine devotion to the educational and personal growth of those around him. A document from 1971 shows his early advocacy for developing the Mexican American Studies Program at TLU, reflecting his attention to diverse student needs and inclusive academic planning.
Dr. Oestreich served on and chaired numerous boards, including the Council of Independent Colleges, Independent Colleges and Universities of Texas, VP of St. Luke’s Lutheran Health Ministry, the Mid-Texas Symphony, and EdenHill Communities. He was a member of the New Braunfels Conservation Society and a Rotarian. He participated in numerous international Rotary trips, including efforts to secure books for schools in Africa.
Dr. Oestreich enjoyed traveling with his wife, Rhoda, to various domestic
and international destinations, playing bridge, and researching genealogy. He authored two volumes on family history titled Our Heritage. Above all, he cherished attending his grandchildren’s events and welcoming his greatgrandchildren into the family.
Charles H. Oestreich married Rhoda J. Haseley in 1957. Charles and Rhoda were married for almost 65 years before her passing on August 1, 2022. He is also preceded in death by his parents, the Reverend Henry F. Oestreich and Martha E. (Schwartz) Oestreich, and his sister, Ruth M. Harsch. Charles is survived by his daughters Martha Oestreich, Mary Cooper (Jill), and son, David C. Oestreich (Jo Beth), grandchildren Jennifer M. Shira (Mark), Matthew R. Shira (Jennifer), Robert D. Oestreich (Courtney), Dr. Andrew W. Oestreich (Jordan), and greatgrandchildren, Elizabeth M. Shira, Heinrich R. Oestreich, Ivy Grace Oestreich, and Josephine Marie Oestreich, step-grandchildren Amanda N. Stephens (Eric) and Lindsey D. Yazbek (Ryan), step-great grandchildren Theodore I. Stephens and Lillian E. Stephens, and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Dr. Oestreich will be remembered not only for his exemplary leadership but also as a devoted father, grandfather, great-grandfather, mentor, educator, and friend. His legacy was defined by faith, family, institutional strength, educational opportunities, and dedication to community service.
A memorial service for Dr. Oestreich will be held on Tuesday, November 11, 2025 at 1 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church in New Braunfels with the Reverend Paul Owens officiating. A reception will follow. A private family graveside service will be held at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Dr. Charles H. Oestreich Scholarship, c/o Texas Lutheran University, Development Office, 1000 West Court Street, Seguin, Texas 78155, or to St. Paul Lutheran Church, 777 W. San Antonio St, New Braunfels, TX 78130.
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.
Listeria Outbreak Linked To Nor Cal Pasta Supplier
(Roseville, CA) -- Half a dozen people are dead and over 20 have fallen ill from a listeria outbreak linked to a Northern California company. Nate’s Fine Foods in Roseville supplied pasta for prepared pasta dishes like fettuccine alfredo sold at Trader Joe’s, Walmart, and Sprouts. The company expanded a recall in September to include more pre-cooked pasta after Indianapolis-based FreshRealm, which also distributes pastas for prepared dishes, detected listeria in a sample of linguine. The outbreak, which began in August of last year, has impacted people in nearly 20 states. Nate’s Fine Foods reports no listeria detected at its facility.
Trump Lands Sweeping Cost Cuts On Obesity Drugs
(Washington, DC) -- President Trump is landing sweeping cost cuts on obesity drugs. The White House says that Eli Lilly, which makes Zepbound, and Novo Nordisk, which manufactures Wegovy, will lower the price of those injectable weight loss drugs to as little as 350-dollars a month for starter doses. The list prices now exceed one-thousand-dollars. Trump also says that Medicare will start covering the drugs and that if the FDA approves oral anti-obesity tablets, the lowest dose will cost 149-dollars a month. In exchange, the White House has agreed to give the pharmaceutical companies priority two-month review for certain drugs and a break on tariffs. All this will start in January when TrumpRX, the administration’s direct-to-consumer website, launches.
New Antibody Therapy To Fight Pancreatic Cancer
(Chicago, IL) -- Researchers at Chicago’s Northwestern Medicine say they’ve developed a new antibody therapy to fight pancreatic cancer. It reawakens the immune system that blocks pancreatic tumors from using a sugar-based disguise to hide from the immune system. They’ve tried it on mice and say it slows tumor growth. The Northwestern team is now refining the antibody for human studies. Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers, often diagnosed late and resistant to treatment.
Independent Vaccine Experts Reviewing Hepatitis B Vaccine Data
(Washington, DC) -- Independent vaccine experts plan to review Hepatitis B vaccine data. The Vaccine Integrity Project made the announcement Thursday after the CDC postponed a vote on delaying the first dose of the shot. It says the review will look at decades of research on the safety, effectiveness and benefits of giving the first dose to a baby within 24-hours of birth. A vaccine panel hand-picked by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a vaccine skeptic, tabled a vote back in September delaying the first shot by at least a month in women who test negative for Hepatitis B.
NOVEMBER
Navarro ISD Veterans Day Celebration
Navarro ISD will be hosting its annual Veterans Day Celebration on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at Erwin-Lee Stadium. The event begins with a breakfast reception for veterans at 8:35 a.m. in the Navarro High Library, followed by a procession at 9 a.m. and the ceremony at 9:15 a.m. The program will feature student performances, art displays, and a keynote address honoring those who served. Veterans and parents must RSVP by Friday, November 7, by emailing ingrid.davenport@ nisd.us. Guests are encouraged to wear red, white, and blue.
November’s First Friday Feast
Join Geronimo Lions November 7, 2025 at the Red Barn at 250 Cordova road for a steak or fish dinner! Serving starts at 5:30. Come out and enjoy the evening. The beneficiary is the Christian Cupboard, and entertainment is provided by the Brushy Creek Boys. A first responder from the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Department will be honored with special recognition.
Motorcycle Escort for AVTT Wall
The Guadalupe County Veterans Council will be hosting a motorcycle mission to escort the AVTT Traveling Vietnam Wall into Seguin on November 10 at Rattler Stadium. Riders will meet at 9:30 a.m. and depart at 10:15 a.m. for the escort to the stadium parking lot.
Veterans Day Parade and Events
The City of Seguin, Guadalupe County, and the Guadalupe County Veterans Council will be hosting Veterans Day events beginning with a parade at 9 a.m. on November 11 in Seguin, with line-up at 8 a.m. Following the parade, an assembly will be held at the Convention Center along with the grand opening of the AVTT Traveling Vietnam Wall and other memorials.
Wrangler Country
The Silver Center will be hosting Wrangler Country at 7:30 p.m. on November 14th 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.
GRMC helps community fight against diabetes
In honor of World Diabetes Day, Guadalupe Regional Medical Center is hosting a FREE
community event on Friday, November 14th, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at the GRMC East Campus. Attendees can enjoy healthy cooking demonstrations, check out the latest insulin pump technology, and get diabetes education from Endocrinologist Dr. Jonven Attia. The event welcomes everyone interested in learning more!
Guadalupe County Bulk Clean-Up
Guadalupe County will host its free Bulk Clean-Up event on Saturday, Nov. 15, from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. at 310 IH-10 West, with entry only at N. Austin St. and N. Guadalupe St. The event allows county residents to dispose of trash, furniture, appliances, scrap metal, tires (limit four, no rims), dry paint, and bagged yard waste. A photo ID or utility bill is required to verify residency. For details, visit guadalupetx.gov or call 830-303-8858.
Food Drive Underway
We the People Central Texas will host a food drive through Nov. 22 to benefit the Christian Cupboard. Donations of non-perishable food and hygiene items may be dropped off at Pecantown Books & Brews, Wal-Mart, or 1916 Bar & Bistro. Needed items include canned goods, cereal, pasta, and toiletries. Visit wethepeoplecentraltx.com for details.
Community Food Distribution
Navarro ISD, Guadalupe County, and the San Antonio Food Bank will host a community food distribution on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025, from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Navarro Intermediate School, 588 Link Road in Seguin. Those needing food assistance can register at freshtrak.com/register/event/382838. Volunteers are needed from 7:30 a.m. to noon; sign up at forms.gle/Hw1uhPkndV5rYUR87.
Más Amor Fest: A Día de Los Veteranos Celebration
The Center for Mexican American Studies and the Mexican American Student Association at Texas Lutheran University are hosting the third annual Más Amor Fest on Saturday, November 22, from noon to 10 p.m. This free, all-ages event honors veterans and is open to the entire community.The festival will feature a lowrider, classic car, truck, and bike show from 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Blumberg Memorial Library parking lot. Visitors can also see the 1969 Chevy Impala from the movie Selena. There will be a vendor market, a food court, live graffiti murals,
and a live music showcase. Additionally, there will be a free turkey raffle giveaway every hour from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The celebration will conclude with a concert featuring Frankie J, DJ Kane, and Amanda Solis from 5:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more information, visit masamorfest.com.
Redeemer
United Church’s Handmade-Only Craft Fair
The Women’s Fellowship group of Redeemer United Church, 7415 Gin Rd., Marion, will host a Handmade-Only Craft Fair on Saturday, November 22, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.. The fair will feature local artisans and offer concessions and a bake sale. Proceeds from the bake sale will support the church’s Sunday school program.
No Dance at Silver Center Thanksgiving week
The Silver Center will not be hosting a dance on November 28th due to the holiday.
Glue Printing on Fabric Class
The Seguin Art League will be hosting Glue Printing on Fabric Class at 1 p.m. on November 22 at 104 S. Austin, Seguin. Participants will learn a simple batik process using gel glue and acrylic paint to create dynamic designs and will take home their own unique fabric piece. Open to ages 10 and up, limited to 10 participants. Cost is $35 with supplies included. For more information call 830-305-0472 or visit seguinartleague.com.
The Table: A Community Thanksgiving Meal
The City of Seguin will host The Table, a free community Thanksgiving meal, on Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025, from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Seguin Events Center. The event will provide hot meals and essential items to anyone in need, with a goal of serving at least 2,000 people. Donations and sponsorships are welcome to help support food, supplies, and personal care items. For details or to donate, visit thetableseguin.com or contact Chris Larson at 830-305-0248 or Jessica Cummings at 325-650-1890.
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.
