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(Seguin) -A former Seguin High School graduate and current Texas Lutheran University student was killed Tuesday afternoon in a head-on collision in Wilson County. This marks the third death of a TLU student who has died in a vehicle accident in the past week. Staff Sergeant Orlando De Luna Jr., with the Texas Department of Public Safety, says Joseph Angel Sanchez Jr., 25, of Stockdale, was the driver and sole occupant of a white 2005 Ford Focus traveling southbound on SH 123 when it was struck head-on by a northbound 2024 black Lexus passenger car. The accident was reported at 4 p.m. Tuesday, DPS investigators say the Lexus was traveling on the wrong side of the roadway when the collision occurred. The driver of the Lexus, an 18-year-old male, was transported to Brooke Army
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Medical Center with injuries. His name has not been released. Sanchez was a 2019 graduate of Seguin High School and was attending Texas Lutheran University, where he was studying psychology. Sanchez’s death comes just days after the TLU community lost two other students in an overnight crash. Student, pg. 3
Guadalupe County cold case murder solved after more than nine years; suspect arrested in Utah Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Guadalupe) -- A Guadalupe County murder investigation that remained unsolved for more than nine years has resulted in an arrest. Guadalupe County Sheriff Joshua Ray announced Thursday that Levi Cotton, 32, a former Seguin-area
resident, was arrested Nov. 3 in the Salt Lake City, Utah, area in connection with the 2017 murder of Joe James Rangel, 57. Rangel was found dead inside his home in the 200 block of Shady Lane in the Meadowlake subdivision on July 4, 2017. Murder, pg. 3
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Community encouraged to attend World Diabetes Day event at GRMC Darren Dunn
(Seguin) -- Diabetes is a growing public health concern in Seguin, affecting a significant portion of the population, including an increasing number of young people. While the number of cases continues to rise, Guadalupe Regional Medical Center is offering hope, education and support during its World Diabetes Day event this weekend. The free event will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at GRMC. Dr. Jonven Attia, an endocrinologist with Guadalupe Regional Medical Group, says the event is open to the public, and she encourages everyone to attend. “This is not only just for people with diabetes. It’s for people who care for people who have diabetes to come just learn, because diabetes is not just a one-size-fits-all (disease). It’s individualized, but it’s also really having that support, that family support and understanding, you know, my wife can’t do this by herself. I need to understand it too. So let me come and learn a little bit to help my wife or help my mom or help whoever I need
with diabetes care,” said Attia. Dr. Attia says this year’s event will feature an expanded lineup of resources and services designed to help people better understand, prevent and manage diabetes. “We’re actually going to have people do A1C screening. So, if you want to find out if you’re a diabetic and you’ve never been checked, this is the opportunity to come and check. If you haven’t had established care with a doctor and need to see a doctor, we’re going to have both a PCP (primary care provider) booth there this year, something different. We’re also going to have the Guadalupe Medical Clinic out there. So, people without insurance or with insurance or insurance issues, we have options where we can refer them once they get their A1C checked and they’re like, oh, I really need to see a doctor. This is the opportunity to come and make that connection, get your resources,” said Attia. Diabetes, pg. 4
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Murder, continued He had suffered multiple gunshot wounds, and his death was ruled a homicide. “For more than nine years, that case went unsolved. Nine years is a long time. It is long enough for a family to stop hoping, and long enough for a community to stop asking. But I want to say something plainly: this office never stopped asking. A case like this doesn’t close just because time goes by,” said Ray. The investigation reportedly gained new momentum in February when the sheriff ’s office brought on a new cold case investigator. Rather than simply picking up where previous investigators left off, Ray says the investigator went back through the original reports, recorded interviews, evidence and individuals previously documented in the case. Working alongside her lieutenant in the Criminal Investigations Division and the Texas Rangers, the investigator conducted additional interviews and pursued new leads. That renewed investigation, he says, eventually pointed authorities toward a suspect who had not previously been identified by investigators. In 2017, investigators had learned about an unidentified man who reportedly had been at Rangel’s home the evening before his death. However, authorities were unable to locate the man or determine his identity at the time. Through the renewed investigation, authorities now believe that man was Cotton. Additional witnesses have since come forward, and new information helped investigators follow the trail to the Salt Lake City area. With assistance from the Guadalupe County Attorney’s Office, investigators obtained an arrest warrant charging Cotton with Rangel’s murder. Investigators traveled to Utah, where Cotton was taken into custody at his place of employment on the afternoon of Tuesday, Nov. 3. The arrest was made with assistance from the Utah Department of Public Safety’s State Bureau of Investigation Major Crimes Unit. Cotton is currently being held at the Salt Lake County Detention Center while awaiting extradition to Guadalupe County to face the murder charge. Ray credited the renewed investigation and the work of Investigator Sharleigh Drake with helping to solve this case. “I do want to thank the men and women who made this possible, especially Investigator Sharleigh. Drake with the Guadalupe County Sheriff ’s Office. Investigator Drake has been employed with our office for
Student, continued. Junior A’Jean “A.J”. Augustine,20, of Houston and senior Deyreck Dean, 23, of Rockwall, both studentathletes, were killed in an off-campus accident during the early morning hours of Monday, Nov. 2.
approximately nine months, and in that short period of time, she has already cleared one of Guadalupe County’s unsolved homicides. It is due to her tenacious persistence and elite investigative skills that we are standing here today. I have no doubt, this will be the first of many, that she will clear. Justice delayed is not justice denied in Guadalupe County,” said Ray. Ray also acknowledged the law enforcement agencies in Texas, Colorado and Utah that assisted with various aspects of the investigation. He specifically thanked the Guadalupe County Attorney’s Office, Texas Rangers and Utah Department of Public Safety State Bureau of Investigation Major Crimes Unit for their involvement. Ray says the arrest represents an important step toward justice for Rangel’s loved ones, who have waited more than nine years for answers, but acknowledged that the investigation is not over. “To the family and friends of Joe James Rangel: we have not forgotten him. We never did. Today is not the end of the road, there is much more work ahead of us, but we are much further today than we were yesterday, thanks in large part to some incredible police work,” said Ray. Anyone with information about this or any other case in the area is asked to contact the Guadalupe County Sheriff ’s Office at 830-379-1224. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers at 1-877-403-8477 or online at guadalupecountycrimestoppers.org.
The university held a memorial service honoring Augustine and Dean on Thursday, November 5 at Jackson Auditorium. A memorial service celebrating Sanchez’s life will be held on Thursday, Nov. 12, 2026, at 11 a.m. at the Chapel of the Abiding Presence at Texas Lutheran University.
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Diabetes, continued. Despite how common diabetes has become, there are still many misconceptions about the disease. Dr. Attia says understanding how diabetes affects the body is an important first step toward better health. “You develop diabetes because either your body doesn’t make any insulin or it makes very little insulin that your body does not know how to use…it’s what takes sugar from the blood into your blood cells and allows your organs to function normal because every organ in our body actually needs sugar for energy, right? Now when you’re a diabetic and you don’t have the ability to take in that sugar into your cells, that sugar stays high in your blood vessels and over time, it does…organ damage. And that’s what we want to prevent. We don’t want to get to the point where we can’t reverse it anymore,” said Attia. Early detection and treatment can make a significant difference in managing diabetes and preventing serious complications. Dr. Attia says that’s why free screening services will be among the resources available during Saturday’s event. “So, the earlier we could get the sugars under control and stay under control, the better for us overall for preventing any diseases that come along with diabetes, like losing your eyesight, getting on dialysis, vascular disease where then patients ended up getting amputated. Heart disease, stroke, and now we’re having something called diabetes type 3, which is dementiarelated diabetes. That never was a thing, but with what we say micro and macrovascular changes in the body that can cause a lot of long-term damage,” said Attia. Managing blood sugar levels is a critical part of living with diabetes. Dr. Attia explains why elevated blood sugar can be dangerous and the challenges patients face in keeping those levels under control. “If you didn’t have diabetes, what happens, our insulin is very smart. As soon as they detect that sugar in your blood, our insulin gets released, removes that sugar immediately from our blood vessels and stores it into our cells. When you don’t have that ability to do that, the longer that sugar stays in your blood vessels, you’re pumping high sugars in and out from your heart, back to your heart, throughout the organs. High blood sugars over time will harden the vascular system and then over time develop plaque and narrowing and then lack of oxygen and good blood flow to those organs, and that’s where the damage comes. So, the whole point is getting the sugars under control and staying under control long term and to prevent that from happening,” said Attia. Many people believe managing diabetes is simply a matter of cutting back on sugar. But Dr. Attia says it’s more complicated than that. She says a
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variety of foods and beverages can affect blood sugar levels, making nutrition education an important part of diabetes management. “Now, it’s not only about sugar intake. It’s carb intake also. We always say try to limit your intake of anything white — white bread, white rice, white pasta, white potatoes, white sugar, white flour — because simple carbs, simple sugars is what spikes the sugars pretty fast and that leads to more insulin resistance and needing more medications to overcome that. We are starting to actually learn, newer studies have actually shown that ultraprocessed foods, fast foods, have also been linked to diabetes,” said Attia. Saturday’s event will also feature cooking demonstrations and practical advice to help people make healthier food choices. Dr. Attia says the goal is to show people that eating well and managing diabetes don’t have to be difficult. “The American Diabetes Association (ADA) just released that we are seeing a highest rate of fatty liver in relation to diabetes. And that’s leading to liver cirrhosis. I have patients who are crying in my office who never had a drink in their life and now athey re needing liver transplant from liver cirrhosis because they consume soda every day. And I tell patients, sodas as equally as bad as alcohol. That’s all from the combination of uncontrolled blood sugars, poor diet, ultra processed foods, and I tell patients, unfortunately, our food industry is killing us. We are eating a lot of things that we’re not supposed to be eating. And this is the opportunity to come to the event to learn how to eat better, how to be more aware of packages, what are labels saying. how to look at ingredients when you’re purchasing something, and understanding what you’re putting in your body and what it’s doing to your diabetes and your overall health care,” said Attia. Another growing concern is the number of children being diagnosed with diabetes. Dr. Attia says the disease is affecting more young people, making education and early intervention increasingly important for families. “And this is the scary thing, ADA predicted that by the year of 2030, 60 percent of children will have diabetes, obesity, and fatty liver. We are seeing more in the children population now and it’s becoming a very scary, scary thing to see,” said Attia. Despite those concerns, Dr. Attia says there is reason for optimism. Treatment options continue to improve, giving patients more ways to manage the disease and protect their long-term health. She says Saturday’s event is an opportunity for residents to learn about those advances, visit with healthcare professionals and vendors, participate in screenings, and watch cooking demonstrations. The World Diabetes Day event is free and open to the public from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at the Central Entrance of Guadalupe Regional Medical Center.
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Navarro Celebrates Return to Playoffs, Looks to Finish Regular Season Strong Against Gonzales Reily Chestnut
GERONIMO, Texas — The Geronimo Navarro Panthers are headed back to the Texas high school football playoffs, restoring a proud tradition that was interrupted a season ago. But before Navarro begins its postseason journey, the Panthers have one more opportunity to make a statement. Navarro welcomes the Gonzales Apaches to Panther Stadium on Friday night for its regular-season finale, with both teams already assured of playoff berths and looking to improve their seeding. For second-year head coach Glenn Hill, returning Navarro to the playoffs represents a significant milestone in his efforts to rebuild the culture and expectations surrounding one of the area's most tradition-rich football programs. "It was a huge goal of ours going into the season to get here, and we've clinched the spot," Hill said. "We just have to continue to improve." After missing the postseason last year, the Panthers have taken meaningful steps forward in Hill's second season. The progress reflects a growing familiarity with his system and an increasing level of trust among players and coaches. "Just continuing to grow our culture, continuing to grow our system, and we know the results will take care of themselves," Hill said. "We've got some kids buying into everything right now and playing at a high level." However, Navarro enters Friday's finale looking to rebound from two straight district losses, including a disappointing 24-6 loss at Bandera last week. The Panthers struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities, including multiple possessions inside the Bandera five-yard line without producing. For a Navarro offense that has demonstrated considerable scoring ability throughout the season, those missed opportunities proved particularly frustrating.
"We didn't capitalize on some opportunities," Hill explained. "Got inside the five-yard line a couple times and came away with no points." Hill credited Bandera's defensive performance while acknowledging that Navarro must execute better when opportunities arise. Despite the loss, the Panthers' defense continued battling throughout the contest, keeping Navarro within striking distance even as the offense struggled to finish drives. "I thought our defense continued to fight," Hill said. "Gave up a couple of explosive plays, which we would love to not have happen, but they continued to play the whole game and kept giving us chances." Rather than allowing the setback to fracture confidence within the program, Hill said the coaching staff has emphasized accountability, communication and trust. That approach has carried into a productive week of preparation as Navarro gets ready to face a Gonzales team that has overcome adversity of its own to compile a 3-1 district record. "We've had a really great week of practice," Hill said. "Our guys are very much aware of how we have performed and how we are capable of performing." The opportunity to respond comes at an especially meaningful time for Navarro, which will celebrate Senior Night in its final home game of the regular season. For Hill, this senior class has been instrumental in establishing the foundation of his program. He credits the group's leadership, willingness to embrace a team-first mentality, and commitment to bringing younger players into the fold. "There's no divide, there's no rift, there's no classes or anything like that," Hill said. "Everybody is a Panther football player, and our seniors lead that charge."
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While Friday's ceremony will recognize the seniors' contributions under the stadium lights, Hill believes their most meaningful moments have often occurred far from the spotlight. He recalled early morning practices at 6 a.m. in an empty stadium and offseason workouts conducted in freezing temperatures as examples of the sacrifices that have brought the team together. "Obviously the games are important. The games are fun and the wins are amazing," Hill said. "But at the end of the day, with each team, you look back at those times and how we were able to overcome adversity and bond together as a group." The return to postseason football also carries special significance for Hill personally. Coming from a family deeply rooted in Texas high school coaching, including his uncle Larry Hill and the elder Glenn Hill, he understands the excitement and responsibility that accompany playoff football. "As a coach, you want to be in those pressure situations," Hill said. "We all live for this, and I was fortunate enough to grow up in a family of a bunch of coaches." Now he has the opportunity to add another chapter to Navarro's postseason history, while reminding his players that their accomplishments must be measured by more than simply qualifying. "Every single team has their own story, and this team is writing their own story right now," Hill said. "It's not quite done yet." With both programs competing for better playoff positioning, Hill expects an intense matchup against a talented, well-coached opponent. And while Navarro has already secured its postseason invitation, the Panthers aren't interested in celebrating prematurely.
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"We don't need to get complacent," Hill said. "We don't need to say, 'Hey, we're in the playoffs. We get a trophy and a shirt, and let's move on and be happy.'" Instead, Navarro hopes to honor its seniors, regain its offensive rhythm and enter the postseason with renewed confidence. For a program eager to restore its familiar place in November football, Friday night represents more than a regular-season finale. It's another opportunity to prove that Panther football is moving in the right direction. And this time, the season won't end when the regular-season clock runs out.
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Burton Riebe, 88, of Kingsbury, Texas, passed away on October 28, 2026. He was born in San Antonio, Texas, on August 8, 1938, and had been a proud resident of Kingsbury since 1974. Burton graduated from Jefferson High School in San Antonio in 1956. Shortly after graduating, he met the love of his life, Patricia “Pat” Roberts, whom he married in 1962. He started his own television repair shop located on Flores Street, which he operated until the mid-1970s. After selling the business, Burton and Pat relocated to Kingsbury to run the Riebe Ranch. Over the years, he and Pat built many homes around Guadalupe County together and owned multiple rental properties, several of which he later helped turn into owner-financed homes for their longtime renters. A man of family and faith, Burton was a devoted Christian. He and Pat were active members of Cross Church in Seguin, Texas. He loved country and Christian music, and the couple could often be found dancing to live music at Friday night dances at the Silver Center and again on Sunday afternoons at the Geronimo VFW. Burton was a hard worker and a truly devoted steward of the land. He
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raised cattle with his eldest son, always maintained a well-kept yard, and enjoyed potting beautiful flowers. He also had a creative eye for his collection of cedar posts, envisioning what each one could become and gifting his creations to family members. Along with this treasured handiwork, Burton passed down to his boys and grandchildren the value of hard work and the responsibility of tending to the land with one’s own hands. He was preceded in death by his parents, Thomas Debs (T.D.) and Minnie Riebe; his sister, Margaret Roberts of New Braunfels, Texas; and his brother, Dr. Thomas Riebe of Bergheim, Texas. Burton is survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Pat Riebe; sons: Russell (Sunsedrae) Riebe and Neal (Deborah) Riebe; grandchildren: Ryan (Rebecca) Riebe, Skylar (Alexandrea) Riebe, Megan Riebe, and Alex Riebe; and great-grandsons: Bentley, Beau, and Rome Riebe. Service Information A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Cross Church with the Reverend Jim Price officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to the Alzheimer’s Association or the charity of your 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.
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Gloria Lee Alves Jones, age 82 of Seguin, passed away on November 1, 2026. Gloria was born in Seguin, Texas, on July 2, 1942, to Irene (Miller) and Lee Alves. Gloria and Steve were active members of Cross Church where they were involved in many facets of the church. Gloria loved singing in the Church Choir. She will also be remembered as a Guadalupe Regional Medical Center Volunteer. Serving at the hospital gave her great joy. Gloria is preceded in death by her loving husband of 57 years, Stephen Allen Jones, her son, Allen Jones, her parents, her mother-in-law and fathers-
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Lucille Hays passed away October 22nd 2026. Viewing will be held Friday November 6th from 4pm-7pm at Crenshaw Funeral Home Chapel. An additional viewing will be available Saturday November 7th from 10am-11am at Second Baptist Church.
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Sylvia Lee Engelke, age 86, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, October 30, 2026. She was born on April 8, 1940, in Seguin, Texas to Max Soloman Waxler and Ottilia Albertina Sengerhausen. Sylvia will be remembered for her love of life and most importantly, the deep love she had for her family. She loved music, dancing, spending time outdoors, and, of course, good food. A country girl at heart, she especially enjoyed Mexican food and a good steak. She absolutely loved animals and found great joy in spending time with the family pets. She loved visiting with the cats and feeding the dog “Gunner”. Her love for animals was just another reflection of the big heart she carried. Sylvia loved Jesus and she loved her family. She took great pride in caring for those she loved and was devoted to caring for her husband, Norris throughout their time together. She was a strong-willed tough woman who was never short on her opinions. Though she will be deeply missed, the memories she created and the love she shared will remain in the hearts of her family and friends. Sylvia is preceded in death by her parents, Max and Ottilia Waxler;
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in-law, Phillip Jones, Norma and William Kingshott Jr., and brothers-in-law, Dennis Jones and wife Diane, and Doug Scheel. Survivors include her daughter, Denise Whatley and husband Ronnie, and grandson Jason Whatley; daughter-in-law, Shaun Jones; sister-in-law, Kathy Scheel; brothers-in-law, Tom Kingshott and his wife Nancy, and Edward Kingshott and his wife Pat; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and many friends. Visitation will begin on Monday, November 9, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at Cross Church followed by funeral services at 10:30 a.m. with the Reverend Jim Price officiating. Private interment with the family will follow in Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Cross Church, 814 N. Bauer Seguin, Texas 78155 or one’s charity of choice. You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912. Funeral services will follow beginning at 11am. Burial will be held at Garden of Memories Cemetery. Survivors include: Daughters Lola Donaldson and Ruthie Pierce, Son Eric Donaldson, Father Robert Calvert and Sister Jo Marie Griffin. Services Entrusted to: Crenshaw Funeral Home 216 Blumberg St. Seguin, Tx 78155 830-303-2208 210-260-1450
her husband, Norris Engelke; her son, Randy Hester; her grandson, Joshua Hester; and her siblings, Elsa Waxler McLeod, Linda Waxler Bielstein, Velma Waxler Collier, Lillian Waxler Doege, and Melvin “Buddy” Waxler. Left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Melody Sarsfield and husband Mark of Seguin; her son, Bryan Hester and wife Shawn of Cibolo; her daughter, Laurie Youngblood and husband John of Seguin; her daughterin-law Ella Hester of Nixon; and her sweetheart who held a very special place in her heart, Harvey Hollub. She is further survived by her grandchildren, Dalton, Marcus, Robin, Natalie, Remington, Cory, and Garrett; numerous great-grandchildren; siblings, Thelka Waxler Harborth and Vivian Waxler Hesskew; numerous nieces and nephews; along with her extended family members, Amy and Steve Glover, Clay and Lisa Hollub, and her best friend and roommate, Joyce Sarsfield. The family would like to extend special thanks to the staff of Guadalupe Regional Hospice for the compassionate care and support they provided for Sylvia. Services will be held on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at Goetz Funeral Home. Visitation will begin at 1:00 p.m. with the Funeral Service at 2:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Lone Oak Cemetery in Geronimo. Arrangements are under the direction of Goetz Funeral Home, Seguin, Texas.
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Consuelo “Connie” Haines, age 84 of Seguin, went to be with the Lord, on October 29, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Connie was born in Westbrook, Texas, on October 6, 1942, to Juanita (Gonzales), and Alcario Garcia. Wherever Connie went, she carried the good news of the Lord with her, sharing it with strangers, friends, neighbors, and her own family. Her love for the Lord was abundantly evident, flowing from her onto all those blessed enough to know her. She was a light in this world, and her faith was a beautiful reflection of His love. She was truly beautiful, but as Proverbs 31:30 reminds us, beauty is fleeting, while a woman who fears the Lord is worthy of praise. We find comfort in knowing she is now rejoicing in the presence of our Almighty, loving Father. Connie is preceded in death by her loving husband, Harold D. Haines,
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William G. “Bill” Squires Jr. passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 15, 2026, following a long health challenge. Bill was a loving father, a dedicated educator, and a tireless contributor to his community. Bill earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in physical education at Southwest Texas State University, and his PhD in exercise physiology and cardiac rehabilitation through Texas A&M University and Baylor College of Medicine. He was a Fellow of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), certified as an ACSM Exercise Specialist and Program Director. He served as exercise testing director at the cardiopulmonary laboratory at NASA’s Johnson Space Center, where he did the crew pre-flight testing for STS-1, the first Space Shuttle mission. He returned to NASA in 1989 to work in the biomechanics laboratory, developing exercise countermeasures for the Space Shuttle program. From 1980 to 2017, Dr. Squires was a professor of kinesiology and biology at Texas Lutheran University, where he held the Dr. Fredrick C. Elliott Chair in Health, Fitness, and Nutrition. He also held adjunct appointments at Baylor College of Medicine and the University of North Texas Health Science Center. He was a founding member of the Texas Regional Chapter of ACSM, later served as its president, and received the chapter’s Honor Award in 2010. For many years he was a consultant to the Kelsey-Seybold Clinic in Houston, and for 20 years he organized and coordinated the Frontiers of Cardiology meeting in Winter Park, Colorado. In 2002 he was named a
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Linda Wahl Walker, age 76 of Seguin, passed away on October 28, 2026. Linda was born on August 24, 1950, in San Antonio, Texas to Josephine (Abrameit) and Raymond E. Wahl. Linda is preceded in death by her parents and
her niece, Kelyn Koehler. Survivors include her loving husband of 55 years, Jack Walker; sons,
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her grandsons, Paul Anthony Santos, and Craig Allen Melton, her parents, and her siblings, Eva Dawson, Steven Garcia, and Daniel Garcia. Survivors include her daughter, Cindy Riojas Avila and husband Rudy; granddaughters, Neomi De La Garza and husband Edward, Jr., and Natalie Bloch and fiancé Christian Avalos; great-grandchildren, Kaleb, Saviah, Kashton, and Kace De La Garza, Elijah Bloch Avalos, and Silas Melton; siblings, Adam Garcia, Hope Rodriguez, Sylvia Garcia, Corina Dawson, David Garcia and wife Diane, and George Garcia; step-children, Aubrey Haines and wife Donna, Mark Haines and wife Brenda, Linda McCall and husband Marvin, and Nancy Frase and husband Steve; numerous other loving family members and many friends. Memorial visitation will begin on Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel followed by memorial service at 10:30 a.m. with the Reverend Jim Taylor officiating. Private interment will be held at a later date in San Geronimo Cemetery. You may visit www.treshewell.com. Distinguished Alumnus of Texas State University. Bill’s commitment to young people reached well beyond his classroom. He served on the Navarro ISD school board for nearly a decade, helping thousands of students during his tenure. After a 2008 sabbatical studying pediatric obesity at the Austin campus of the University of Texas School of Public Health, he spent the later part of his career working with the Seguin community, building partnerships to promote health, fitness, and nutrition and to help children in need in the public schools. In 2013 the Michael & Susan Dell Center for Healthy Living at the UT School of Public Health in Austin gave him its Texas Health Champion Award as part of Texas Obesity Awareness Week. He will be remembered for all of these accomplishments, but most of all for the many people he inspired and helped succeed in their own careers. Bill is survived by his children, William G. Squires III, Joshua Squires, Cara Squires, and David Squires. A celebration of life service will be held in the Chapel of the Abiding Presence on the TLU campus on Sunday, November 8, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the William G. Squires Scholarship Fund at Texas Lutheran University, 1000 W. Court St., Seguin, TX 78155. Please write “William Squires Endowment” in the check memo or in an enclosed note so the gift reaches the right fund. Gifts may also be made online at https://www.tlu.edu/give/online-giving/ by selecting “Other” as the gift allocation and entering “William Squires Endowment.” Nic Walker and partner Wendy Jacobs, and Chase Walker; granddaughters, Avery and Macy Walker; sisters, Debbie Koehler and husband Rodger, and Jody Perry and husband Eric; brother-in-law, Steve Walker and wife Lisa; sister-in-law, Lynn Walker and husband Rick Arnett; several nieces and nephews, many cousins, other loving family members and a host of friends. Private graveside services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Guadalupe Regional Hospice Services, 1215 E. Court St., Seguin, Texas, 78155, or to the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center, P. O. Box 4486, Houston, Texas, 77210-4486. 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.
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NJ Company Recalls Blood Pressure Medication (Princeton, NJ) -- A New Jersey-based drug company is recalling a national recall for four of its blood pressure medications. Macleods Pharma issued the recall for 37-hundred bottles of Olmesartan, Medoxomil, Amlodipine and Hydrochlorothiazide. The FDA says it’s because the pills fail to break down and dissolve properly. They involve ten, 40 and 12-point-five milligram pills sold in 30 and 90-dose bottles. If you’re taking one of those meds, you’re advised to call your doctor to discuss next steps. Study Shows Moderate Drinking Increases Chances Of Health Issues (New York, NY) -- Just drinking small amounts of alcohol increases the chances of having health issues and premature death. That’s according to a new study out of Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health. Researchers say more than one alcoholic drink a day can increase long-term health risks including cancer and heart disease. The study also shows that no benefits are found from drinking alcohol. Research involved thousands of articles on diseases and injuries linked with alcohol consumption. Federal government guidelines are vague, only saying to consume less alcohol for better overall health. Doctor Raising Awareness About Carbon Monoxide (Cleveland OH) -- With the weather turning colder and many furnaces firing up for the first time in a while, experts are raising awareness about the dangers of carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless and tasteless gas that develops when fuel isn’t burned completely. Experts recommend homes having a carbon monoxide detector and having all fuel-burning appliances maintained to help prevent carbon monoxide poisoning. The CDC says each year, more than 400 Americans die from unintentional CO poisoning not linked to fires. Global Study Shows Teens Aren’t Getting Enough Exercise (London) -- A major study, published in the British journal Lancet Global Health, finds that one in four teens are not getting enough exercise. That’s on any day of the week with girls falling further behind than boys. The worldwide average is two-point-seven active days per week with just one in seven teenagers getting daily exercise. The most active teens were in Finland, Canada and Serbia while the least active ones were in Cambodia, Jordan and Madagascar. The World Health Organization recommends that kids ages five to 17 get at least an hour of exercise per day to strengthen muscles and bones. It says that regular physical activity supports an adolescent’s body and mind with benefits lasting into adulthood.
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Geronimo Lions First Friday Feast The Geronimo Lions will host their First Friday Feast beginning at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 6, at 250 Cordova Road in Seguin. Steak or fish dinners are $20, with serving continuing until sold out. Cash, checks and credit cards will be accepted at the door. The Brushy Creek Boys will provide entertainment. Proceeds benefit the Christian Cupboard.
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C.A.S.T. for Kids Fishing Event C.A.S.T. for Kids will host a free fishing event for children ages 6-18 with special needs on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 E. U.S. Hwy. 90 in Seguin. Participants receive fishing gear, an event shirt and cap, lunch and an award plaque. Participants, volunteers and sponsors are needed, with donations helping keep the event free for children and their families. For more information, contact event coordinator Jim Behnken at 210-414-8048 or irmalewis2@castforkids.org. Mid-Texas Symphony Announces 2026-27 Season The Mid-Texas Symphony has announced its 49th concert season, featuring performances in Seguin and New Braunfels. The remaining concerts are scheduled for Nov. 8, Dec. 13, Jan. 31, Feb. 28, April 11 and April 25. For concert details or tickets, visit mtsymphony. org or call 830-463-5353. Steven Garcia Jr. Memorial Car Show The third annual Steven Garcia Jr. Memorial Car Show will be held Sunday, November 1, at the Seguin Coliseum, 950 South Austin Street. The show begins at 10 a.m., with a door prize giveaway at 11 and awards at 2 p.m. The event will also feature food trucks, vendors and door prizes. Registration is $35. Categories include classic and modified cars and trucks, motorcycles, muscle cars, imports, hot rods, lowriders, custom paint and more. The event is held in memory of Steven Garcia Jr. Texas Wildlife & Conservation Movie Nights Seguin ISD’s Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center will host two free movie nights in celebration of Texas Wildlife & Conservation Month. The first will feature Deep in the Heart: Part 1 – A Texas Wildlife Story on Tuesday, Nov. 10, followed by Deep in the Heart: Part 2 – Texas Rivers on Tuesday, Nov. 17. Both screenings begin at 6:30 p.m. Events are free and open to the public. Guests are encour-
Veterans Outreach Center Chili Pachanga The Veterans Outreach Center will host its first Chili Pachanga Thursday, November 12, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. at 205 E. Weinert St. in Seguin. Come taste chili prepared by local veteran and first responder organizations and vote for the best chili. The event is free to enter and free to taste. Enter through the back gate. For more information, call Dina at 830-303-8870. Mistletoe & Millions Casino Night Seguin Sunrise Rotary will host Mistletoe & Millions, a Western-style casino night, from 6 p.m. to midnight Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Big Red Barn at the Texas Agricultural Education & Heritage Center, 390 Cordova Road. The evening will feature casino-style games and entertainment while raising funds to support Rotary’s work in the Seguin community. Individual tickets are $80, with tables for 10 available for $750. Fundraiser to Benefit Salesian Sisters of Cuba St. James Catholic Church in Seguin will host a fundraiser benefiting the Salesian Sisters of Cuba on Saturday, November 14, at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Seguin. The event will feature a Cuban-inspired dinner from 5:30 to 7 p.m., followed by a dance and concert from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. featuring music from the ’60s through the ’80s performed by The Original Remnants. Tickets are $70 per person for dinner and the dance, or $35 for the dance and concert only. Proceeds will support the Salesian Sisters and their work serving children and families in Cuba. Tickets are available through St. James Catholic Church or the St. James Catholic Church Seguin Facebook page. Guadalupe County 4-H Golf Tournament The 6th Annual Guadalupe County 4-H Golf Tournament will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Seguin Starcke Park Golf Course. The tournament begins with an 8 a.m. shotgun start. Proceeds will help support Guadalupe County 4-H teams advancing to national competitions. Sponsors and teams are being sought for the tournament. For more information, contact Guadalupe County 4-H at 830303-3889. Redeemer United Church Maker’s Market The Women’s Fellowship of Redeemer United Church in Zuehl will host its 2nd Annual Mak-
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er’s Market on Saturday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shop from local artisan vendors and enjoy breakfast tacos and lunch plates featuring tamales, beans and rice available for purchase. Families can also bring their cameras for a picture with Santa. Will’s War Fundraising Dinner & Sneak Peek Windle Dramatic Productions and the Seguin Conservation Society will host a fundraising dinner for Will’s War at 6 p.m. Sunday, November 15, at the Stephen & Mary Birch Texas Theatre in Seguin. The event will support the upcoming stage production written by Seguin native William Wayne Windle, based on the book by Janice Woods Windle. Guests will enjoy homemade brisket, chile con queso, a raffle featuring items from local businesses, and a sneak peek at two scenes from the play. Tickets are $75 and are available at bit. ly/WillsWarDinner. 4th Annual Más Amor Fest Texas Lutheran University will host the 4th Annual Más Amor Fest Saturday, November 21, from 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. The free, all-ages festival will feature a car and truck show, vendor market, kids carnival, live muralists, community art, soccer tournament, veteran activities and live music. A free concert from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. will feature Baby Bash, Chingo Bling and Amanda Solis. The event will be held on the TLU campus, 1000 W. Court St. in Seguin. GVEC Youth Tour Applications GVEC is accepting applications for its 2027 Government-in-Action Youth Tour, an all-expenses-paid trip to Washington, D.C., in June. The program is open to high school sophomores and juniors who live in GVEC’s electric service territory and have a parent or legal guardian with an active GVEC electric account. Selected students will also receive a $2,500 scholarship for college or trade school. Applications are due by 5 p.m. Monday, Nov. 30. For more information or to apply, visit gvec.org/community/youth-tour or call 830-263-4353. 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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Q: I bought a plumaria at the recent Master Gardener plant sale. What do I do with it in the winter? A: Your plumaria is adapted to zone 10-12 so is native to tropical America. It grows to 15 to 25 feet and can spread the same amount. This seasonal bloomer can have red, pink, white or yellow flowers. Txmg.org/Hendersonmg suggests that plumaria are best grown in full sun. Water requirements are dry to medium. The plant can tolerate drought. Missouribotanicalgarden.org adds that plumaria require at least a half day of full sun with evenly moist soil during the growing season, although they suggest that you allow drying time between your waterings.
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Q: I love driving in the fall and seeing flameleaf sumac in all its red glory. However, I don’t see much around Seguin. Is there a reason? A: I think the main reason is that people cut it down. For many years there was a glorious one behind WalMart on King St. Every year it was trimmed back and last year was cut back completely. I’ve been enjoying the fall leaves on the sumac on Meadowlake Dr. between the 123s. The plant does grow here. You just have to find it.
The website Texastreeplanting.tamu.edu has a Texas Tree Planting Guide listing Prairie Flameleaf Sumac (Rhus lanceolate) as one of its trees. It describes the tree as being small, deciduous, The Texas source says that these plants are deciduous and lose and having a moderate growth rate. Sumac likes dry conditions and their leaves during the winter or dry season. Both sources suggest tolerates drought and alkaline soils. It is a Texas native with reliable moving the container plants inside when night temperatures fall fall color and the red berry clusters are eaten by wildlife. I tried to below 40 degrees F. Personally, I’ve grown plumaria for a number grow it a couple of years ago. It finally died because it was getting no of years as has my friend on the other side of Seguin. In the winter sun. The surrounding trees cast too much shade. we move our plants inside and stop watering. Mine go in the dark FYI: Depending on the weather in November, you should garage where the temperature remains above 50. They drop all their leaves and stay dormant all winter. When I am sure that nighttime probably bring in your house plants that have spent the summer temperatures will remain above 50, I bring them back outside. The outside. My ficus and African violets definitely cannot take the Texas Master Gardener site says that plumaria have no serious insect cold weather. Also, a reminder that if you grow basil, cut off a stem or disease problems unless you over water which could result in root before a freeze comes and put it in a glass of water on your kitchen window sill. You will have leaves for cooking all winter. rot.
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