SDN: October 8, 2025 by Seguin Today

October 8, 2025

Resident urges Appraisal District to pause costly property purchase ahead of tonight’s vote

(Seguin) -- A Seguin resident is urging the Guadalupe Appraisal District to step away from its planned purchase of the historic Mary B. Erskine property.

Dr. Al Burns, a local taxpayer and business owner, says the appraisal district is preparing to spend millions of dollars on a project that he believes is oversized, overly expensive, and unfair to the community. Burns says the proposed building is simply too large for the appraisal district’s needs. Vote, pg. 3

Seeking a thrill of a deal?

The lights of the Ferris wheel will soon brighten the midway as the Pride of Texas Carnival returns for this year’s Guadalupe County Fair & PRCA Rodeo. Thursday is the final day to grab discounted $25 armbands for unlimited rides. See story on page ??

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Nostalgia arrives at the Fairgrounds: Home arts entries make their way in today

(Seguin) -- One of the most beloved and nostalgic parts of the Guadalupe County Fair officially arrives today, as entries for the Home Arts division begin to fill the Exhibition Hall. From beautifully embroidered linens and handstitched quilts to jars of jam, pickles, and prized antiques, the fair association says these timehonored traditions continue to remind fairgoers what makes the county fair so special.

For years, organizers have shared how this part of the fair truly celebrates the heart of community craftsmanship.

Entries for the Home Arts competition will be accepted today from 2 to 7 p.m. in the Exhibition Hall. Cut flowers and floral arrangements will follow Thursday morning from 8 to 9 a.m. Once received, the items will remain on display through Sunday, Oct. 12. Ribbons including the coveted Grand Champion honors will be awarded to top entries across age divisions, from preschool to adult.

Each item is judged on merit, with all decisions final. Each exhibitor in the Home Arts Division will receive one free Exhibitor’s pass for each entry.

The Guadalupe County Fair and PRCA Rodeo runs Thursday through Sunday at the Guadalupe County Fairgrounds.

For full schedules and event details, visit www.gcfair.org

Discounted carnival armbands now available

(Seguin) -- The countdown is on for one of Seguin’s favorite fall traditions — and so is your last chance to save.

Thursday marks the final day to purchase discounted $25 armbands for the Pride of Texas Carnival, part of the 142nd Guadalupe County Fair & PRCA Rodeo, happening October 9–12 – that’s this Thursday through Sunday

at the Guadalupe County fairgrounds.

Armband hours are 6 to 11 p.m. Thursday; 1 to 11 p.m. Friday; 1 to 11 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Each armband offers unlimited rides for one day, with a value of $30, but online purchases must be made by midnight Thrusday, Oct. 9 at www. gcfair.org.

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

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“But then further conversations with the appraisal district, though, that’s really not been a topic of conversation particularly the excess space that they have and leasing that to someone else just didn’t really ever come back up again so I’m not sure how concrete that is. I think that is definitely a decent use of space but looking further into their plans, they really only plan to remodel the main building initially. That’s where all the funds are going to – that $10 plus million and they plan to use that whole space and so the other 10 or 12,000 square feet that will just kind of continue to remain as is – it’s not really in the plan currently so that would have to be renovated before it can be leased. So anyway, that is still a concern of mine -- that just the excess is just kind of sitting there not being used and being purchased without any need if that makes any sense,” said Dr. Burns.

He also questions the overall cost of the deal, warning that the additional space will burden taxpayers for years to come.

“First off it was just the overall price. There were other options available to the appraisal district to spend about $5 million for an expansion which seemed to me in a space that was more reasonable and adequate for their long term needs – you know to give them maybe 15-20 square feet of space and that was going to be $5 million more or less price tag which seemed to be fairly well priced. This project is twice that cost, and they are renovating an old building sort of speak. The second piece to all that is where those extra funds are coming from. Of course, they are coming from the cities and the schools. That’s where all the major funds come from and particularly the school side of it is what really kind of bothers me that of that excess $5 million, half of that is coming straight out of our school district budgets. That’s where it really kind of rubs me the wrong way in that those are funds that I would love to see stay in our schools and go towards teacher salaries and programs,” said Dr. Burns.

Burns points out that the property, once owned by Seguin ISD, sold to a developer for $800,000. Now after sitting vacant for years, he says the appraisal district is set to pay nearly double that price—despite no improvements being made to the structure. He says one can’t help but consider the higher price and the irony of appraisal work for this project.

“There’s one other piece that is really kind of unsettling to me. The Mary B. Erskine property itself was owned by the school district of course for decades. It was sold to a private individual in 2021 for roughly $800,000 and that private individual I’m sure has tried to sell it, but they did no improvements. In fact, they just let it deteriorate. The sales price that the appraisal district who sets what the appraisal value is on the building has valued it at $1.6 million and we are purchasing it for $1.9 million. So, this private owner is getting an excess of over $1 million of revenue or making $1 million for just basically buying this property and holding it for three years. So, I just view this as this private individual getting out $1 million out of our schools and that just seems

wrong to me. I don’t know why the appraisal district, who knew the sales price three years ago would not have tried to negotiate it down to a more much reasonable price. Sure, I see the person getting a profit, but a million dollars just seems very excessive to me,” said Dr. Burns.

In a letter to the editor and in conversations with local officials, Burns says he believes many details were left out of the district’s public presentations on the project. He says while the measure was approved by a large margin during summer forums, local communities have yet to see a full accounting of construction, operating, and maintenance costs.

Burns argues that the money would be better spent by cities and school districts on more pressing community needs, particularly for students. He says he has spoken with Chief Appraiser Peter Snaddon about his concerns but that the two remain at odds.

With the board expected to take a step in the purchase today, Burns says he felt he had no choice but to go public.

Meanwhile, Chief Appraiser Snaddon says he believes the board of directors has worked diligently in planning for its future.

Snaddon says the board of directors has been evaluating facility needs for nearly two years. With county population projected to grow substantially over the next two decades, he states that the current office is already beyond capacity and does not provide adequate space for staff or taxpayers. He says the district stands committed to its proposed acquisition of 216 E. College Street which was selected after reviewing multiple options, including expansion of their current site. He says all in all, it was determined to be the most costeffective and long-term solution.

Responding to Dr. Al Burn’s concerns, Snaddon outlined his answers in a written statement to the Seguin Daily News. He states, “with regard to the purchase price: the current owner acquired the property through a blind auction process, where sale prices can differ significantly from market value since bidders do not know competing offers. Our transaction is an arms-length negotiation, backed by an independent appraisal and engineering studies, ensuring the price reflects current market conditions and is defensible for taxpayers.”

As for the size of the proposed building, he states, “the size of the facility is designed not only to meet today’s needs but also to accommodate projected population growth, staffing increases, and greater accessibility for the public well into the future. We believe it is more fiscally responsible to plan appropriately now rather than make piecemeal expansions that would ultimately cost taxpayers more.”

Currently, he says the appraisal district has received the required approvals from the taxing jurisdictions under the Texas Tax Code and is proceeding toward a scheduled closing.

The board of directors is expected to meet today to set the interest rate for project funding. The meeting will be held at 5:30 p.m. (Wednesday, Oct. 8) in the Guadalupe Appraisal District located at 3000 N. Austin St.

Navarro’s Rosas and Seguin’s Marek receive college baseball offers

Chris Austin

(Guadalupe County) -- A pair of area high school baseball players received college offers last week.

Seguin Matador shortstop Matthew Marek announced on social media that he’s received an offer from Ottawa University in Kansas. Marek was a unanimous first team All-District 27-5A selection for the district-winning Matadors during his junior season in 2025. Marek helped the Mats win their first outright district title in 19 years.

Ottawa is an NAIA program and a member of the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference. The Braves finished with a 39-16 record in 2025.

Navarro senior Noah Rosas has received two college baseball offers -- one

from Southeastern Baptist College in Laurel, Mississippi, and the other from Hesston College in Hesston, Kansas.

Rosas was named to the All-District 26-4A first team as a designated hitter in his junior season in 2025. Rosas helped the Panthers to a 24-5 overall record and an 8-2 district record. Navarro finished in a three-way tie for first place in the district with Davenport and Wimberley.

Southeastern Baptist competes in the National Christian College Athletic Association. The Chargers were 20-19 in 2025. Hesston College is a National Junior College Athletic Association school. The Larks finished this past season with an 18-32 record.

Ramsey

Cody Alan Ramsey, age 36 of Seguin, passed away on October 5, 2025. Cody was born on October 6, 1988 in Seguin.

Cody was a 2007 graduate of Seguin High School and also graduated from Texas State University.

Cody is preceded in death by his grandfather, Jack Taylor.

Survivors include his son, Jackson Christopher Ramsey; parents, Kim and Chris Hampe; Jackson’s mother, Chasity Ramsey; grandmother, Linda Taylor; aunts and uncles, Larry and Karen Taylor, and

Beverly and Marshall Schaake; cousins, Lindsey and Cooper Knight and their daughters, Ava and Adeline, Marsha and Jason Setliff and their sons, Cody, Clay and Wyatt, Denver and Emily Schaake, and Jackie and Zach Mills and their son Merit; numerous other loving family members and many, many friends.

Visitation will begin on Friday, October 10, 2025 at 1 p.m. followed by a memorial service at 2 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Reverend Jeremy Roy officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made in Cody’s honor to the Seguin Little League Association, P. O. Box 1351, Seguin, Texas, 78155 or to the American Diabetes Association, P. O. Box 15829, Arlington, Virginia, 22215. 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, 830549-5912.

Hettinger

Richard Eugene Hettinger, a beloved father, grandfather, husband, uncle, and friend, passed away peacefully on September 25, 2025.

Born December 20, 1944, in Watsonville, California, to Leo and Lucille Palmer Hettinger, his family settled in Redding, by the Pacific Cascades and the Sacramento River. Throughout his youth, hunting and fishing with his father and three brothers gifted him with an enthusiasm for the outdoors, which he delighted in sharing with his children, whether fishing, catching toads in the backyard, or exploring national parks.

After graduating from Shasta High School in Redding, California, in 1962, Richard, known to friends and family as Dick, enlisted in the United States Air Force, following in the brave footsteps of military service as did his father and brothers. His service began at the Air Training Command in 1962 at Keesler Air Force Base, where he worked as a technician in training in aircraft electronics; and Richard continued his training with the Strategic Air Command at Walker AFB until 1966 when honorably discharged from active duty. He was then enlisted in the Reserves for two additional years. He took great pride in service to his country and excelled as a technician, where his commitment to excellence earned him the Good Conduct Medal, a reflection of his dedication to his craft and to his fellow airmen.

Richard then traveled through Europe, often hitchhiking, where he met his first best-ever friend, Deborah, with whom he later had two beautiful children. Upon returning to the United States, Dick went on to earn his A.A. in Speech from Chabot College in 1968, a B.A. in Political Science (Honor) from California State University, Chico, in 1970, and, due to the confidence and self-discipline he gained through his life experiences, a Juris Doctorate in 1974 from the University of the Pacific McGeorge School of Law. While there, he was active in student government, environmental law, counseling students, and was a guest lecturer at other colleges. He developed a love of spirited political debate that lasted throughout his life.

Dick successfully completed the California Bar exam and began his legal career in Sacramento and Davis. In 1980, he relocated to San Antonio, and after passing the state bar, he expanded his practice by becoming an Estate Administrator. He was later appointed as an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Texas and then joined and became a partner at Sawtelle, Goode, Davidson, and Troilo (now the Law Offices of Davidson, Troilo, Ream, and Garza), where he went on to become certified in bankruptcy law. He was often commended for upholding the principles and ethics of his profession.

Though proud of his achievements, Dick knew that money was never the ultimate goal; he hoped to instill this in his children. The importance of family and the value of working hard to ensure stability and happiness were life’s goals. Dick loved restoring classic cars and hunting for antique bottles, a pastime he began with friends in college and continued throughout his life. Dick was known for his ability to strike up a conversation with anyone, whether a stranger or a lifelong friend. His warmth, friendliness, and storytelling made him a natural conversationalist. He will be remembered for his love of family, sharp mind, and generous spirit.

The family is grateful for the outpouring of support from friends and neighbors. A kind thing done with thoughtfulness is a precious gift. Richard was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, a sister, and his youngest daughter, Audrey. He is survived by his wife of 34 years, Jennifer; his children, Michael, Annaliese, Kirsten, and Jeffery; and six grandchildren. His family is grateful to all those who worked with him from the Guadalupe Regional Medical Center, along with friends, for their continued support.

Visitation will begin on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at Faith Lutheran Church at 9 a.m. followed by funeral service at 9:30 a.m. with the Reverend Jeremy Pederson and Chaplain Emanuel Carpenter officiating. Interment with military honors will follow at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park. A reception will follow at 12 noon in the Activity Center at Faith Lutheran Church.

Memorial contributions may be made to any local veterans organization.

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.

VITAL STATISTICS

Price

Jimmie Lee Price, Sr., age 81 of McQueeney, passed away on September 16, 2025. Jimmie was born on July 12, 1944 in Galveston, Texas to Hazel (Lindeman) and Joseph Lee Price.

Jimmie grew up on Cosgrove St. in San Antonio until his sophomore year at Highland High School. The family then moved to McQueeney in 1960 and he graduated from Seguin High School in 1962. It was here that he met the love of his life and future wife of 61 years Cassandra (Casey) Naumann. While in high school he, along with several friends, started a dance band called The Dynamics. Jimmie played the baritone saxophone and they performed for events around the area. He and Casey enjoyed traveling and dancing at these events.

After high school Jimmie attended Texas Lutheran College for a year and worked at Seguin Motor Company. After his son Jimmie Jr. was born, he took a job with the Texas Department of Highways and Transportation starting out in the maintenance department and, for the next 30 plus years, worked his way up to Engineering Inspector by the time of his retirement in 1994. After retirement, he spent his time working in his shop or on numerous other projects he always had. After the floods of 1998 and 2002 he was contracted by GBRA to supervise the clean up of Lake McQueeney. A job that he enjoyed and was close to his heart and home of Lake McQueeney. He loved being able to go to work in his jon boat. He also served on the unofficial “McQueeney City Counsel”. This was a group of friends and fellow retirees that met every weekday

Hernandez

Gumecindo Hernandez passed away peacefully on September 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving wife and children. He was 91 years old.

Born on January 13, 1934, in Redwood, Texas, to Victoriano Hernandez and Delores Garza, Gumecindo built a life defined by hard work, faith, and devotion to family. A talented carpenter, he worked for many years in Seguin and San Antonio before starting his own construction business in 1975. Specializing in boat houses, piers, and retaining walls, his craftsmanship can still be admired along the Guadalupe River and Lake McQueeney, where he earned the trust and loyalty of a dedicated clientele.

Gumecindo continued his work until 2010 and remained active in his community, generously volunteering his time and skills at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Above all, he was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather whose quiet strength and love anchored his family throughout his

Broadnax

John Arion Broadnax went to be with the Lord on October 1, 2025, at the age of 71.

Visitation will be Thursday, October 9, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at Palmer Mortuary.

morning at Pica Taco for years in the early 2000’s.

Jimmie most of all cherished his time with his three grandchildren Joey, Olivia, and LeeAnn. As a member of the Mighty Matador Marching Band in his era, he especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren perform and compete with the band. Always going to their games and competitions to support them. He loved taking them to Luby’s to eat after events or any other time he could.

Jimmie was a builder, creator, and fixer of all things. He loved working with his hands. Over the course of his life he, and Jimmie Jr, built, restored, or repaired numerous cars, boats, houses, or whatever needed fixing. The family joked that he slept in the house but lived in his shop. This is where he found his peace and relaxation.

Jimmie was preceded in death by his parents.

Survivors include his loving wife of 61 years, Cassandra Naumann Price; son, Jimmie Price, Jr. and wife Jennifer; grandchildren who knew and loved him as “Pa”, Joey Price, Olivia Price and Joseph Ramsbacher, and LeeAnn Price; brother, Thomas Price and wife Sheryl; brother-in-law, Bill Jones and wife Vernelle; sister-in-law, Melody Shaw and husband Craige; several nieces, nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.

A memorial service celebrating Jimmies life will be held on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at 2 p.m. at First Methodist Church with the Reverend Cathe Evins officiating. A reception will follow in Hierholzer Hall.

Private interment will be held prior in San Geronimo Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of one’s choice.

You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

long life.

He is preceded in death by his parents and siblings: Guadalupe Hernandez, Victoria Machuca, Petra Gonzales, Felipa Montoya, Fidencio Hernandez Sr., Magdaleno Hernandez, and Juan Hernandez.

He is survived by his son Henry Hernandez (Juanita), daughter Christine Buck (Michael), and son James Hernandez; his cherished granddaughters Haley Buck and Allison Buck; and his sister Maria Rodriguez, along with many beloved nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Visitation for Gumecindo Hernandez will be held at Palmer Mortuary on Monday, October 6, 2025. Public visitation will be from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

A Rosary led by Deacon Carrillo will begin at 6:30 p.m.

Visitation will continue on Tuesday, October 7, 2025, at Palmer Mortuary starting at 8:30 a.m. with chapel dismissal at 10:00 a.m. A Funeral Mass will follow at 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, with interment immediately following at San Geronimo Cemetery.

Funeral arrangements are under the care of Palmer Mortuary and Cremations located at 1116 N. Austin Street, Seguin, Texas 78155; 830.379.9430. Please log on to www.palmermortuary.com to sign and view the guest book.

Funeral service will be Friday, October 10, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at Palmer Mortuary Chapel. Interment will follow in the Marion City Cemetery in Marion.

CDC Accepts ACIP COVID Recommendations

(Washington, DC) -- The CDC will accept an advisory panel’s recommendation on COVID-19 vaccination eligibility. The CDC’s approval comes after the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices unanimously recommended people speak with their doctor about getting the COVID-19 shot, regardless of age or health conditions. The panel’s recommendation added another hurdle for those seeking the vaccine, and it marks a shift from the universal recommendation that made shots widely available to anyone who wanted them. Once the panel’s recommendations are approved, they immediately become the policy for Medicare and Medicaid patients.

Kroger Recalls Deli Items Over Possible Listeria Contamination

(Cincinnati, OH) -- Kroger is recalling multiple deli products over possible listeria contamination. According to a recent company announcement, the recall affects Basil Pesto Bowtie Salads and Smoked Mozzarella Penne Salads sold in nearly two-thousand stores across 28 states. Kroger initiated the recall earlier this month after learning of the potential contamination from its supplier. Customers have been instructed to throw away the affected products or return them to the place of purchase for a refund.

Nobel Prize In Medicine Awarded

(Stockholm) -- This year’s Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine has been awarded to three people for their discoveries about the human immune system. Sharing the prize are two Americans, Mary Brunkow of the Institute for Systems Biology in Seattle, Fred Ramsdell of Sonoma Biotherapeutics in San Francisco and Shimon Sakaguchi of Japan’s Osaka University. The three made breakthroughs in figuring out how the immune system is kept in check from attacking our own bodies.

Study Shows Increase In Heart Disease Risk For Immigrants

(New York, NY) -- Immigrants who are in the U.S. for a long period of time have a higher risk of heart disease. Researchers presented data at an American College of Cardiology meeting in Dubai. It shows that immigrants who had lived in America for more than 15 years had higher rates of diabetes and high cholesterol compared to U.S.-born adults. Researchers think immigrants adopt certain food patterns common to Americans, which include more processed foods, sugars and fats and are more likely to become less physically active compared to how they were in their home country. Researchers analyzed data from nearly 16-thousand adults as part of the study.

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October

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 830-303-6612. 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 Trickor-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.

Pumpkin Patch First Methodist Church 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and Noon to 7 p.m. Sundays – Saturday, Now through Friday, Oct. 31.

Marion ISD Family Fall Festival 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 17 in Marion HS parking lot.

Seguin Fall Festival 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 18 in downtown Seguin. Music, car show, pumpkin patch, pet costume contest.

Geronimo VFW Children’s Halloween Party 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23. Free hot dogs, games, prizes.

American Legion Post #245 will host a Trunk or Treat 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 24 at 618 E. Kingsbury St.

Trunk or Treat plus bake sale and raffle at AVIR (formerly Nesbit Living and Recovery) Friday, Oct. 24 from 6 to 8 p.m. at 1215 Ashby St.

Emanuel’s Lutheran Day School Community Trunk or Treat 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 24 at 310 N. Travis St.

Seguin Little League Trunk or Treat 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 at 1121 S. Austin St.

Windmill Farm Winer’s 4th Annual Halloween Festival 3 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 at 9111 Huber Rd.

Halloween Party at Olmos Icehouse 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 at 9071 FM 467. Free costume contest, candy and pumpkin carving contest.

Gruene Harley Davidson Trunk or Treat 7 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 at 1288 Loop 337 New Braunfels.

Faith Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat, 4 to 5:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26. (New) Attendees asked to bring canned goods for pumpkin judging contest.

Pecan Fest at Big Red Barn 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 at 390 Cordova Rd.

Pecan Fest in Central Park 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25.

Spooktacular Fall Fest & Health Fair 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 at Beyond Coffee, Rapid Urgent Car, and Seguin Wellness & MedSpa at 920 W. Court St. Pumpkin patch photo, candy, cookie and pumpkin decorating plus health screenings.

BS Brewing Trunk or Treat 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26 at 1408 Old Lehmann Rd.

Trunk or Treat 5 to 6:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 27 at 1210 Eastwood Drive hosted by GVNC and Windsor Nursing.

Texas Lutheran University Boo Bash 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 28. in parking lot near Tschoepe Hall.

Trunk or Treat at River City (Schertz) 6 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29 at 16765 Lookout Rd in Schertz.

La Vernia Halloween Movie Night (Hocus Pocus) 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29. Trick or treat, costume contest, games.

Trunk or Treat Community Event at Guadalupe Valley Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Thursday, Oct. 30 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at 1210 Eastwood Drive.

Seguin Main Street 15th annual Downtown Trick or Treat 4 to 6 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 30. Fifty participating businesses will have candy.

Seguin PD’s Halloween on College Street, 4:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31. Officers will be stationed at various posts along the street.

Seguin Fire Department Open House and Trick or Treat Night 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 at 110 Elm St.

Seguin Elks Lodge 5:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31. at 1331 C.H. Matthies Dr.

First Methodist Church Trunk or Treat 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31. At 710 N. Austin St.

Trunk or Treat hosted by Unity Lifestyle Car Club 7 to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 in Seguin’s Central Park. Food trucks and live music.

Trunk or Treat Beck & Beck Buick GMC 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 at 603 E. Kingsbury St.

Trunk or Treat First Presbyterian Church 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 at 1121 E. Walnut St.

Trick or Treating at Seguin Argent Court Assisted Living on Friday, Oct. 31 at 953 SH 123 Bypass.

Kingsbury Trunk or Treat Kids Candy Festival 5 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31. in downtown Kingsbury.

Not-so-Spooky Story Time (Ages 5 & under) 6 to 7 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 at Marion Community Library.

Old Town Cibolo Trick or Treat Block Park 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 at 302 N. Main St. Cibolo.

Schertz Halloween Festival 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 31 at Schertz United Methodist Church at 3460 Roy Richard Dr. in Schertz.