SDN: October 1, 2025 by Seguin Today

October 1, 2025

Jungle Jam Xtreme swings open its doors in Seguin

KWED

live remote, hot dogs, prizes plus block party on tap for Thursday

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) – The wait is over. A historic space once home to ZDT’s Amusement Park is roaring back to life, this time as Jungle Jam Xtreme Indoor Family Entertainment.

Although today is a soft opening, the Guenthers, owners of Jungle Jam in New Braunfels, are waiting until Thursday to host its official grand opening and block party celebration.

Owner Misti Abrameit-Guenther says the party will kick off in the afternoon with a ribbon cutting, live

broadcast, food, prizes, and plenty of family fun.

“We open at 9 o’clock on Thursday but our grand opening officially kicks off at 3 o’clock. At 3 o’clock, we start with a ribbon cutting by our wonderful chamber of commerce here in Seguin along with our live (broadcast) with KWED. Our friends at KWED are going to do a live remote from here to help us promote what we have in this business for Jungle Jam Xtreme. We are going to have hot dogs that we will be giving away.

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No Limits: Adaptive strategies plus personal experience

2025 TLU Krost Symposium now underway

(Seguin) -- Stephen Hawking. Andrea Bocelli. Arumina Sinha. Stevie Wonder. Each of these names calls to mind brilliance, artistry, resilience, and achievement—not limitation. Hawking reshaped our understanding of the universe. Bocelli captivates audiences around the world. Sinha became the first female amputee to conquer Mount Everest. And, Wonder has collected 25 Grammy Awards with a voice and spirit that continue to inspire generations.

Their stories reflect how determination and adaptive strategies open doors once thought closed. But today, advancements in technology and innovation are removing barriers, allowing more people than ever to run, compete, create, and live fully.

That’s the spirit behind this year’s Krost Symposium, No Limits: Adaptive Strategies, which begins tonight at Texas Lutheran University. The three-day event runs through Friday, Oct. 3, and will feature panel discussions, a keynote address, chapel service, community workout, violin masterclass, and

more.

The first community event is tonight at 7 p.m. in Tschoepe Hall’s Dunne Conference Center with a talk from Paralympian and TLU alumna Jillian Williams. Thursday morning, Oct. 2, a panel on prosthetics, physical therapy, and occupational therapy begins at 9:30 a.m., followed by a virtual session at 1 p.m. on music production as a blind producer with Byron Harden of the I See Music Foundation.

Also Thursday at 7 p.m., internationally recognized violinist Adrian Anantawan takes the stage in Jackson Auditorium for the symposium’s keynote lecture. Born without a right hand, Anantawan has performed at the White House and with leading orchestras, while also advocating for adaptive musical instruments. He will also lead a violin masterclass Friday morning at 10:30 a.m. in Ayers Recital Hall to close out the series. All symposium events are free and open to the public. Full details and livestream links are available on the TLU website.

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We will have a DJ here. We will have door prizes such as a year’s membership to Jungle Jam Xtreme. We will be giving away a private party also and we will be giving away a regular birthday party for the Silos and some other things,” said Abrameit-Guenther.

Despite operating without any of the outdoor rides of the original park, she says this new legacy will still include fun and games for every age including a new redemption center packed with exciting prizes.

“We have a redemption center for the kids to be able to come and earn points through purchasing credits to be able to play the games and then we have a whole store of things that they can purchase but we did want to have some big things for kids to learn how to save their points to be able to cash those in for things such as a PlayStation 5 – a Switch 2 is up there. We have some of the traditional fun redemption things you would see in traditional redemption centers. We will have memberships. They have VIP status that they can earn more points and so we are working through those to be able to incentivize and have fun with that,” said Abrameit-Guenther.

The business will also include giant climbing structures, a toddler center and epic obstacle courses.

On top of the fun, Abrameit-Guenther says it was important that the grand opening celebration also featured some of their new neighboring businesses.

“We are also inviting the other businesses that are on the block to come over and to be able to showcase their businesses as well. Danny and Sarah have a whole

block of buildings here and we want to be able to help fill these buildings with more businesses like us to be able to help the kids of Seguin. So, we started it off with following their legacy of 18 years of ZDT’s. We couldn’t let that go so we have opened up this family friendly area for kids of all ages and anybody who is a kid at heart,” said Abrameit-Guenther.

As they step into the next chapter of the ZDT’s legacy, the Guenthers — who also own Jungle Jam in New Braunfels — say it feels like this may have been their plan all along, and they are grateful for the opportunity to bring their business to Seguin.

“The reason this is Jungle Jam Xtreme is because of the fact that in New Braunfels, we have Jungle Jam and at about the age of 7 or 8, the kids start to age out over there. It is made more for the younger children. So, we have been dreaming about the next step. How can we take care of the next age group? So, we believe, we brought the twist of Jungle Jam here by having a toddler center that they can actually be in and have soft play and build blocks and do all that but then, we have something for the other kids to do on the other side of the building to enjoy as well,” said Abrameit-Guenther.

Jungle Jam Xtreme is open Mondays through Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sundays from noon to 5 p.m. Families are encouraged to follow the business’ Facebook page for updates, including special sensorysensitive hours that are being planned. Admission is $8 for children ages 1(or walking) to 3 and $12 for kids ages 4 and up. Guests 16 and older get in free, but all adults must be accompanied by a paying child.

The business is located at 301 W. Kingsbury St.

Navarro and Seguin cross country runners compete at Matador Invitational

Chris Austin

(Seguin) -- The Navarro and Seguin cross country teams competed at the Matador Cross Country Invitational at Starcke Park this past Saturday.

For Navarro, in the Girls Class 1-4A Division, Navarro finished 8th place overall as a team. Senior Lilia Flo finished in 3rd place in the two-mile race. Junior Lillyanna Lesly finished in 33rd place.

For the Navarro Boys division, junior Robert Leal finished in 40th place on the 5000-meter course.

The Seguin girls finished 11th in the Class 5-6A competition. Freshman Cora Gonzales was the top runner for the Lady Matadors, finishing the 5K race in 34th place.

In the Boys Class 5-6A competition, the Matadors finished in 10th place as a team. Junior Adrian Rangel and sophomore Noah King were the top runners on the 5K course for Seguin. Rangel crossed the finish line in 8th place and King finished in 21st place.

VITAL STATISTICS

Hall

Margaret Lo-Ra “Peggy” Woodburn Hall, a woman of boundless adventure, unwavering faith, and unmistakable joy, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on September 23, 2025, at the age of 92.

Born on August 16, 1933, in Oswego, New York, she was the youngest of three children to Col. Thomas Bennet Woodburn and Margaret Katherine (Manheim) Woodburn, who affectionately called her “Peg O’ my Heart.” Along with her siblings, Betty Marie (Woodburn) Cheal and infant brother Thomas Woodburn, Peggy grew up in a devoted and loving family.

In 1948, Peggy’s family finally returned to Texas, when her father was transferred to Fort Sam Houston. San Antonio would become her lifelong home base. She attended Saint Mary’s School for Girls and went on to earn her BA in Art from Trinity University, where she met a tall, lanky, handsome young man named Augustus Alonzo “Pete” Hall Jr., and together, they had three daughters.

In the 1960s, Peggy returned to Trinity to earn her teaching certification, launching a 30-year career as a beloved kindergarten teacher in Episcopal schools. Her love for children was the cornerstone of her vocation, and her classrooms were filled with warmth, creativity, and care.

Peggy’s laugh was full and boisterous, and she used it often. Her joy was infectious, and her curiosity led her to explore the world in her youth. Later, as a grandmother, she camped across the United States with her dear friend Anne Sanford Harwood, always chasing the horizon with wonder and delight.

She was a passionate equestrian, learning to ride from her father’s cavalry and polo experiences. Her family were ardent supporters of the Fort Sam Houston’s Boots and Saddle Club, and they raised horses not far from the

military post. She shared her love of riding with her daughters, and continued riding well into retirement.

Following the footsteps of her parents’ artistic careers, Peggy created her own unique styles excelling in faux finishes, murals, and animal portraits. Her vibrant works in acrylic and watercolor reflected the same vitality she brought to every corner of her life.

Peggy’s heart was fullest when surrounded by family. She is lovingly remembered by her three daughters: Margaret Flora Hall, Lo-Ra (Hall) Woodburn Dick (and husband Edward), and Martha “Patty” Jane (Hall) Miner; her seven grandchildren: Katherine Marie Miner, Elizabeth Lo-Ra (Dick) Plake (and husband John), Maj. Gavin Douglas Dick (and wife Sarah), Andrew Leroy Miner, Jessica Anne (Miner) Peñate-Chavez (and husband Fernando), SSgt. James Edward Dick (and wife Nami), and Amanda Marie Dick; and her four great-grandchildren: Alexander James Plake, Juliet Katherine Plake, Justin Alexander Dick, and Ethan James Dick.

A private memorial will be held in honor of Peggy’s life, in keeping with her family’s wishes. She was a devoted member of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Seguin, Texas, where her faith and love for community found deep roots. In lieu of a graveside service, her family invites those who knew and loved her to remember Peggy—with laughter, joy, gratitude, and the same warmth she shared so freely.

In memory of Peggy Hall, who loved painting Texas’ native landscapes, we invite you to honor her legacy with a memorial gift. Please consider sending wildflower seeds (Lady Bird Johnson Legacy Mix) sending them to her daughter, Lo-Ra Dick, at 1945 FM 477, Seguin, Texas, 78155. These will be sprinkled at the grave site for her funeral. Alternatively, you can make a direct donation to the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center in Austin to support their mission of conserving native plants and creating resilient landscapes.

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.

Fed Government Shutdown Would Dramatically Impact On America’s Health Agencies

(Washington, DC) -- A federal government shutdown would have a dramatic impact on America’s health agencies. The U.S. Department of Heath and Human Services would, reportedly, furlough 41-percent of its workforce if there’s a shutdown. That’s according to Reuters which says the NIH would bear the brunt of the layoffs, with pink slips going out to three-quarters of its staff, halting basic scientific research and grant reviews. The CDC would lose 64-percent of its workforce, hampering CDC guidance on such important health issues as opioid overdoses, HIV prevention and diabetes.

58M Pounds Of Corn Dogs Recalled

(Springdale, AR) -- Hillshire is recalling 58-million pounds of corn dogs and sausage on a stick. The products are potentially contaminated with splintered wood that’s already injured at least five people. The recall affects products packed between March 17th and September 26th and sold nationwide. Consumers are asked to throw out the products or take them back to where they were purchased for a refund.

Four People Receive Organs From 13-Year Old Queens Shooting Victim

(New York, NY) -- Four people have received organs from a New York City boy who was shot in the head last week outside a Dunkin’ Donuts. Another 13-year old received the heart of Sanjay Samuel; a 15-year old received his liver and two adults received his lungs, pancreas and a kidney. The Daily News reports the recipients live in New York, Ohio and Washington, DC. The 16-year old accused of shooting Samuel remains behind bars. Police say it appears to have been gang-related.

Doctors Without Borders Stops Work In Gaza City

(Gaza City) -- Doctors Without Borders says its suspending work in Gaza City over the risk to healthcare workers. As the Israeli offensive continues against the Palestinian militant group Hamas, the organization said airstrikes were being carried out less than a half-mile from where it was operating. An emergency coordinator with Doctors Without Borders said the withdrawal was the last thing they wanted because the needs of the city’s civilian population are enormous. The group says just last week it treated nearly 17-hundred people in Gaza City for malnutrition, severe trauma and burns.

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“KIDS NIGHT” On Wednesday SCAVENGER HUNT 5:30-8:00PM Presentation by Gator Country Wednesday @ 7pm Enter the Kid’s Poster Contest By October 6

October

Baby Time

The Seguin Public Library will have Baby Time on Wednesday, October 1, 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, October 1, 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.

Chess Junior

The Seguin Public Library will host a Chess Junior meetup on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 4 p.m. The club is geared toward ages 6 through 11. Bring your own chess set or use one provided by the library. Learn new techniques during tutorials, followed by practice matches. Beginners are welcome to attend. Chess Junior meets on the 1st Wednesday of the month. This program is free and open to the public. Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Teatro De Artes Presents: A. Luis Guerra Art Exhibition Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin is proud to present a new exhibition titled “Collection of One Hundred Hand-Detailed Vessels” by Seguin artist A. Luis Guerra. The opening reception will be held on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at 6:30 p.m. at Teatro’s Cultural Arts Center, 921 W. New Braunfels St.. The event will include a meet and greet with the artist, an artist talk by Alejandro Luis Guerra, and a light reception. Each of the one hundred terracotta vessels in the exhibition is meticulously detailed by hand, blending traditional craftsmanship with contemporary patterns. The exhibition is free and open to the public, and will run from September 2 through November 21, 2025, from Monday to Wednesday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.. For more information, you can visit www.teatrodeartes.org or call (830) 401-0232.

Friday, October 3, 2025

Join Geronimo Lions October 3, 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. Our beneficiary is Seguin Police Department’s Blue Santa and Entertainment is provided by Kade Isakson. A first responder from the Seguin Police Department will be honored with special recognition.

Free Play Friday

Join us at the Seguin Public Library on Friday, October 3, 2025, at 10 a.m. for Free Play Friday, a morning of open-ended play for children aged 0 to 5 and their caregivers. The library will provide activity centers and toys for young children to explore, play and learn. This program is free and open to the public.

Please call 830-401-2422 or visit library.seguintexas.gov for additional information.

Praise in the Pumpkin Patch

On Sunday evenings during the month of October there will be a short worship service with live music in the Storytelling area of the Pumpkin Patch at First Methodist Church from 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm. All are welcome. For more information call 830379-4112.

Free Form Crochet Class

The Seguin Art League will be hosting Free Form Crochet Class at 1 p.m. on October 4 at 104 S. Austin, Seguin. This class teaches how to crochet without a pattern while exploring texture and color to create unique garments and art pieces. Open to ages 10 and up, limited to 10 participants. Cost is $35 with supplies included. For more information call 830-3050472 or visit seguinartleague.com.

Pumpkin Patch 2025

First Methodist Church of Seguin will begin Pumpkin Patch 2025 on Saturday, October 4th at 710 N. Austin St. The Pumpkin Patch is open daily from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday through Saturday and noon to 7:00 pm Sundays in October. A second load of pumpkins will arrive on October 18. For more information call 830-379-4112 or go to www.SeguinMethodist.org.

Texas Well Owner Network Water Well Screening in San Antonio

The Texas Water Resources Institute will be hosting the “Well Informed” Texas Well Owner Network (TWON) water well screening at 8:30 a.m. on October 7 at the San Antonio River Authority Office, 100 E. Guenther Street, San Antonio. Participants should collect water samples using a new, unused 12–20 ounce water bottle and drop them off between 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. A follow-up Result Interpretation Meeting will be held at 9:00 a.m. on October 9 at the same location. For more information, contact John Smith at 979-204-0573 or john.smith@ag.tamu.edu.

Free Digitization of Films and Videotapes

The Texas Archive of the Moving Image (TAMI) is bringing its Texas Film Round-Up event to Seguin on October 10. The program, a partnership with the Texas Film Commission, offers free digitization of Texas-related films and videotapes in exchange for a digital copy to be included in TAMI’s archive.

This event allows individuals, families, and organizations to preserve their media. For more information, visit the provided Google Drive link which includes a press release and promotional graphics.

Rolling Down Main Street: Parade Kicks Off the Fair

The Guadalupe County Fair Parade brings the excitement to downtown Seguin at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 10. The parade route will run from College Street down Austin Street and conclude at the Seguin Events Center. Businesses, organizations, schools, and individuals can still enter to be in the parade. For more information on parade entries and other events, visit gcfair.org.

Puppies & Pumpkins in the Pumpkin Patch

On Saturday, October 11, from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon, First Methodist Church will have the Blessing of the Animals in the Prayer Garden and the Seguin Animal Control will sponsor Puppies in the Patch with puppies for adoption until 2:00 pm. In addition to this animal component of the Patch, there will also be a Rummage Sale. from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm. The Patch is open daily from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday through Saturday and noon to 7:00 pm Sundays in October. For more information call 830-379-4112 or go to www.SeguinMethodist.org.

The Merles

The Silver Center will be hosting The Merles Band at 7:30 p.m. on October 10th at the Crystal Chandelier Ballroom. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Presale tickets are $10 by calling 830-3036612. Tickets are $15 at the door.

Mediterranean Fiesta

The Seguin Art League will be hosting its third annual fundraiser, “Mediterranean Fiesta,” on Friday, October 18, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Seguin Art League Gallery, 104 S. Austin Street. The evening will feature music, food, wine, and a show of works for sale by local artists. Admission is free, with proceeds from art sales benefiting the nonprofit Seguin Art League.

Fall art exhibit

The Seguin Public Library is accepting applications for its 2025/26 Fall/Winter Rotating Art Exhibit. The exhibit will be open from October 13, 2025, through February 28, 2026. Artists from Seguin and the surrounding areas are encouraged to apply, with priority given to local talent

Gabe Galvan Band

The Silver Center will be hosting the Gabe Galvan Band at 7:30 p.m. on October 24th 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.

Riverside Cemetery Tour

Representatives of the Seguin Women’s Clubs will be hosting the Riverside Cemetery Tour on Saturday, October 26. This year’s tour highlights the stories of women who lived and worked alongside the men who established the Seguin community. Guests will meet historical figures among the shady Live Oaks at their gravesites and hear firsthand accounts of life along the Guadalupe River, from early days to recent history. Ticket proceeds benefit the Delphians, Seguin Study, and Shakespeare clubs, supporting the upkeep of their historic meeting house built in 1903.

15th Annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat

The Seguin Main Street Program will host its 15th Annual Downtown Trick-or-Treat on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.. This free, family-friendly event invites children of all ages to visit over 50 participating businesses in downtown Seguin for candy and treats. For more information, you can contact the Main Street Program at (830) 401-2475.

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.