September 23, 2025
Hollywood actor to kick off TLU’s Brown Cultural Event Series
(Seguin) – A celebrated actor is bringing his story to Texas Lutheran University.
Harvey Guillén is a man of many faces and voices. From the loyal familiar Guillermo de la Cruz in What We Do in the Shadows, to Cousin Blobbin in Nickelodeon’s The Thundermans, to the voice of Perrito in the Oscarnominated Puss in Boots: The Last Wish, the actor’s career spans stage, screen, and animation.
That’s according to Tracy Donley, TLU’s director of communication and content.
This Thursday, she says Guillén will take the stage at TLU’s Jackson Auditorium as the first speaker in this year’s Brown Cultural Event Series. She
adds his lecture, will explore themes of confidence, identity, and representation in Hollywood – all drawing from his personal journey
“Harvey Guillén is just an amazing actor and we were thrilled to find out that he was available to speak so we booked him into TLU and
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New Guadalupe County Elections office to host
open house, ribbon cutting
Public encouraged to check out new elections office
(Seguin) – Guadalupe County is rolling out the welcome mat at its new Elections Administration Office.
An official ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new elections office will be held at 10 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 25. The event will be held at the facility’s new location at 3251 State Highway 123 North.
The county is encouraging residents to step inside and tour the facility.
Carmen Davila, Guadalupe County public information officer, says it’s an important time for residents to stop by and get acquainted with the office especially before voting season begins.
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Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
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Teamwork on I-35: Seguin K9 helps New Braunfels officers in major drug bust
(Seguin) -- A Seguin Police Department K-9 played a key role in a major drug bust last week in neighboring New Braunfels.
On Friday around 2:15 p.m., officers with the New Braunfels Police Department Street Crimes Unit conducted a traffic stop on a black GMC pickup truck traveling north on I-35. When suspicions arose, Seguin PD’s K-9 Ayax was called in to assist the New Braunfels PD.
They say thanks to Ayax’s work, officers discovered a hidden compartment in the floor of the truck containing 44 pounds of cocaine. The drugs carry an estimated street value of approximately $1 million.
The driver, Maria Elena Rojas, 21 of Del Rio, and her passenger, Gustavo Licea-Feregrino 47, also of Del Rio, were detained at the scene. Both were later turned over to Homeland Security to face federal drug possession charges.
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it’s great that it falls with Latinx Heritage Month because part of what he will talk about in his lecture is finding confidence as he balanced his life and his work – queer representation being a part to that community and then breaking the stereotypes of a plush side actor in Hollywood. He’s also been nominated for some awards and in the show ‘What We Do in the Shadows’ is one of his main things – that’s the thing that he is most wellknown for, but he’s also done a ton of other stuff. He’s a voice actor on Disney movies and he’s been on various
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“This is a new location, and we know that it is going to be different, but we encourage people to stop by before early voting begins – before election night -- just to become familiar with the location. You are welcome to come in, see the facility and just be familiar with the space. It’s a new area off of Highway 123 so it is a little busier in the area, but we encourage people to become familiar with this site,” said Davila.
The former USDA building and 7,800-square-foot facility recently underwent extensive internal renovations to meet the county’s
programs, and he’ll be speaking on something that is universally appealing,” said Donley.
Guillén has earned five Critics Choice Award nominations for his role in What We Do in the Shadows, where he also made history as the first queer Latinx actor nominated for Best Supporting Actor. He is also a twotime Imagen Award winner and continues to be a voice for diversity and inclusion in Hollywood.
The lecture begins at 7 p.m. Thursday, at TLU’s Jackson Auditorium.
The event is free and open to the public. A meet-andgreet will follow in the lobby.
growing election needs. The facility includes a large open area for setting up voting equipment, multiple office spaces, a ballot board meeting room, and a secure tabulation area.
A new 3,200 square-foot warehouse was also constructed to provide secure, climate-controlled storage for election equipment.
County leaders say the investment was necessary to prepare for Guadalupe County’s rapid growth. Precinct 2 Commissioner Drew Engelke noted that the previous elections office had long been outgrown and praised the move as both timely and forwardthinking. Elections Administrator
Lisa Hays added that the new site is especially important as state law now requires both early voting and election day voting to be held at the county’s election office.
County officials say the $3.5 million capital project began construction in October 2024 and was completed this past August, staying within budget. The land and existing facility were originally purchased in 2022 for $2.15 million.
The previous elections office on South Milam Street, which served the county for more than two decades, has now been turned into the county’s purchasing department.
Creating prehistoric memories in Seguin ISD
School-age children in Seguin ISD, along with families from the community, stepped into their own Jurassic world during last week’s visit from the Traveling Dinosaur George Museum. The
exhibit, hosted at the Seguin ISD Administration Building, gave both students and the public a chance to explore life-size replicas and prehistoric wonders. Photos courtesy of Seguin ISD.
VITAL STATISTICS
McCune
Judy Marie Cohrs McCune, born February 2, 1941, in Donna, Texas, passed away on September 22, 2025. She was 84.
The daughter of the late Elvira and Harold Cohrs, Judy grew up deeply rooted in her faith, a tradition she continued by attending Cross Church services online every week. She was known for her exceptional cooking, a gift she generously shared with everyone who entered her home, family or not.
For 30 years, Judy dedicated her career to the Texas Department of Public Safety, where her friendly demeanor was a familiar and comforting presence to many at the DMV. Her caring nature extended well beyond her work, as she was
Herrera
Raymundo Zapata Herrera, affectionately known to many as Mundo, was born on August 17, 1929, in Seguin, Texas. He departed this world on September 18, 2025, in Seguin, Texas, surrounded by his loving family.
Mundo was a man of great spirit and unyielding faith. His devotion to his family was evident in every moment he spent with them, particularly his cherished grandchildren, who brought him immeasurable joy. A devoted member of the Holy Name Society at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, he found strength and solace in his faith, which guided him throughout his life.
Those who knew Mundo will remember him for his vibrant personality and friendly nature. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. With a remarkable social life, Mundo formed deep connections with many in Seguin, engaging in simple, yet profound conversations that touched the hearts of those around him. You could often spot him zipping through town on his electric scooter, a symbol of his lively spirit and connection to the community.
His interests were varied; he enjoyed the great outdoors, especially fishing and tending to his beautiful garden. In his younger years, shooting pool was one of his favorite pastimes, where he made lasting memories with friends.
a constant and selfless caregiver to all around her.
Judy is lovingly remembered by her husband James F. McCune, children Paul Smith, Donald Smith, Debbie LaFontane, and Sharron Brodbeck. She also leaves behind her brother, Larry Cohrs, and sister, Beverly Price, as well as her beloved “sister by choice,” Jan Cohrs. She was a cherished grandmother of 9 and great-grandmother of 11. She was preceded in death by her brother Dale Cohrs.
Graveside services and interment will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2025 at 10 a.m. at Boecker Cemetery with the Reverend Jim Price officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to Cross Church, 814 N. Bauer, Seguin, Texas, 78155.
You are invited to sign the guest book at www.treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.
Mundo is survived by his beloved children, Raymond Herrera Jr. (Alma Acevedo), Estella Avitua (Abel), Gloria Villarreal (✝Juan), Michael Herrera, Adrian Herrera (Amalia Uresti), and Beatrice Tristan. He is also survived by his grandchildren, John, Joey, Alissa, Brandon, Katherine, Raven, Abel Jr., Sam, Mike, Cecilia, Johnny, Amanda, M’Cheyl, Crystal, Adrian Jr., Raul, Randi, Erica, and Jessica, along with numerous great-grandchildren and great-greatgrandchildren. Additionally, he is survived by his siblings, Reynaldo Herrera (Mariana), Alfredo Herrera (Francis), and Benjamin Herrera (Maria Elena).
Mundo was preceded in death by his parents, Elvira and Florindo Herrera; his beloved wife, Carolina Herrera; cherished daughter, Inez Ruiz and her husband San Juan Ruiz; sister, Coralinda Herrera; and brother, Ruben Herrera. Raymundo Zapata Herrera will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. His legacy of love, faith, and friendship will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of those he touched.
Visiting hours will be at Palmer Mortuary on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 from 5pm to 8pm. A recitation of the Holy Rosary will be officiated by Deacon Nick Carrillo at 6:30pm.
Visiting hours will continue on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 8am at Palmer Mortuary and a procession will depart the chapel at 9:30 for a Mass of Christian Burial at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church at 10am. Interment will follow at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic 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.
VITAL STATISTICS
Elliott
Robert Raymond “Deacon Bob” Elliott, Jr., age 88 of Seguin, passed away on September 14, 2025. There were so many more conversations we wanted to have with him.
Bob was born on April 15, 1937 in San Antonio, Texas to Katie Fern Bryan Elliott and Robert Raymond Elliott, Sr. He grew up in Ohio and San Antonio and graduated from Brackenridge High School in 1955. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1958, spending time at Drake-Edwards Kaserne in Frankfurt, Germany. Bob later graduated from St. Mary’s University in 1963 with a degree in Economics and Government.
Bob met his love, Joyce Elaine Kutac, on a blind date in August of 1959. They were married on July 23, 1960 and were blessed with three children. The family lived in many different locales due to Bob’s job, including: Marfa, Baltimore, Washington D.C., Houston and Albuquerque (twice!). In 1996, they retired to Seguin to be closer to family. They were devoted to each other and after Joyce’s death Bob missed her terribly and looked forward to being reunited with her.
Bob began his career as an officer in the U.S. Border Patrol, then moved on to the U.S. Civil Service Commission (later the Office of Personnel Management) where he worked as an investigator, and was rapidly promoted to supervisory investigator. He retired from OPM after 34 years of service.
Bob and Joyce were both devoted Catholics who felt compelled to serve their church communities. After acting as a lector and eucharistic minister, participating in the Marriage Enrichment program, RCIA, and various scripture study groups, Bob eventually felt called to become a deacon. After years of study and contemplation, he was ordained in 1987. Deacon Bob served at Church of the Risen Savior in Albuquerque, New Mexico and St. James Catholic Church in Seguin, Texas. While at S. James, he was a member of the Knights of Columbus.
Bob loved being in nature and enjoyed camping and hiking, especially in the mountains of New Mexico and Colorado. He enjoyed traveling around the country and world with his wife, children and grandchildren. He was an enthusiastic birdwatcher and could tell you the names of all the different birds enjoying the birdbaths and birdfeeders in his backyard.
In recent years, Bob became very interested in his Scotch-Irish ancestry and exhaustively researched his family lineage. Using the information he gathered in his travels and discovered through inquiry, he wrote and finished a book in 2024 on the Elliott family history.
Bob was an avid reader and a lifelong learner. He was a news junkie and enjoyed watching PBS. He was always curious. We loved talking with him; he told good stories and had an uncanny memory for events and people he had known throughout his life. He was thoughtful and honest, open-minded and evolved. He was a true Christian with a strong sense of ethics and a passionate champion of those who were less fortunate and marginalized. Bob loved and was proud of his country and even joined his first protest shortly before his death.
Bob is preceded in death by his wife of 63 years and his parents. He is survived by his loving family including: children, Elaine Teas and husband Andy of Katy TX, Jeff Elliott and wife Valerie of St. Cloud MN, and Elizabeth Elliott of New York, NY; grandchildren, Robert Teas and wife Elizabeth, Paul Teas and wife Aileen, Tara Teas and partner Devin Streit, and Stacie Elliott and fiancé Jorge Esparza Hernandez; great-grandson, Henry Parker Teas; step-sister Linda Seals; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members, and many friends.
Visitation will begin on Tuesday, September 23, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. at St. James Catholic Church in Seguin followed by the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 12:30 p.m. The Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 1:00 p.m. with the Reverend Canon Stanislaw Fiuk and the Reverend Gregory J. Nevlud officiating. It will be livestreamed at https://s3-us-east-2.amazonaws.com/mffwp/hewell/hewell_20250923.html. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall. Graveside services and interment will be held at a later date at Ft. Sam Houston National Cemetery with the Reverend Monsignor Dennis Darilek officiating.
Memorial contributions may be made to Catholic Charities USA at https://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/ways-to-give/honor-and-memorial-gifts or your local public television or radio station.
The family would like to thank Mary Houston and Connie Schievelbein for taking such good care of Bob.
Bye for now, Dad.
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.
CDC Votes To Recommend Only Those Over 65 Get COVID Vaccine
(Atlanta, GA) -- The CDC is recommending only certain Americans get the COVID-19 vaccine. On Friday a CDC advisory panel voted to recommend the shot only for those 65 or older and those with underlying health conditions. Anyone under 65 is advised to discuss whether to get the vaccine with their doctor. If cleared by the CDC’s acting director, this would reverse a previous recommendation that everyone sixmonths or older be offered the shot.
Study: Wildfire Smoke Kills 41K Americans A Year
(Undated) -- A new study reports wildfire smoke is now responsible for over 41-thousand deaths in the U.S. each year. Researchers warn that by 2050 smoke could become the deadliest climate-driven threat to Americans. The study published this week in Nature says by mid century, smoke-related deaths are expected to climb by up to another 30-thousand per year, making wildfire smoke more dangerous than extreme heat, crop losses or rising energy costs. The results suggest wildfire smoke is erasing decades of clean air progress from the Clean Air Act, especially in western states.
Musk’s Neuralink Plans Brain Implant Trial For Speech Impairments
(Seoul) -- Neuralink’s company president said it plans to launch a trial in October with the goal of helping people with speech impairments translate their thoughts into text. Neuralink is owned by billionaire Elon Musk. Neuralink president Dongjin [[ DON-jin ]] “D.J.” Seo told an audience at the Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology in Seoul this week that the study targets people who have lost the ability to speak. Seo said the implant will allow for them to go directly from thought to voice without the need for a keyboard. Neuralink said the U.S. FDA has granted the device a Breakthrough Device designation, a status that can expedite development, assessment and review.
New York City Council Holds Hearing On Deadly Legionnaires Outbreak
(New York, NY) -- The New York City Council is considering new regulations for water cooling towers in light of this summer’s deadly Legionnaires’ outbreak. It occurred in Harlem back in July and resulted in 114 Legionnaires’ cases, 90 hospitalizations and seven deaths. At a City Council hearing on Friday, the focus was on cooling towers, the source of the outbreak. The new legislation would require more frequent inspections and beefed up staffing of the New York City Health Department. Assemblyman Yusef Salaam said it’s about ensuring that everything, including communications and enforcement are working as they should be.
September
Abstract Floral in Beginning Watercolor Class at Seguin Art League
The Seguin Art League will be hosting an Abstract Floral in Beginning Watercolor class at 1 p.m. on September 24 at the Seguin Art League. The class runs until 4 p.m. and will guide students in creating an abstract floral using fine watercolor and sable brushes. Techniques covered include high saturation painting, bleeding, hard and soft edge control, and the use of salt, alcohol, and bleed-proof white. Open to all ages, the class is limited to five students and costs $50 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472 or visit 104 S. Austin Street in Seguin.
Gabe Galvan Band
The Silver Center will be hosting Gabe Galvan Band at 7:30 p.m. on September 26th 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.
October
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 830-305-0472 or
visit seguinartleague.com.
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 979-2040573 or john.smith@ag.tamu.edu.
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.
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 830303-6612. 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.
November
Motorcycle Escort for AVTT Wall
The Guadalupe County Veterans Council will be hosting a motorcycle mission to escort the AVTT Traveling Vietnam Wall into Seguin on November 10 at Rattler Stadium. Riders will meet at 9:30 a.m. and depart at 10:15 a.m. for the escort to the stadium parking lot.
Veterans Day Parade and Events
The City of Seguin, Guadalupe County, and the Guadalupe County Veterans Council will be hosting Veterans Day events beginning with a parade at 9 a.m. on November 11 in Seguin, with line-up at 8 a.m. Following the parade, an assembly will be held at the Convention Center along with the grand opening of the AVTT Traveling Vietnam Wall and other memorials.
To ensure non-profit organization’s meetings and events a ppear 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.
CLASSIFIEDS
NOTICE TO CREDITORS:
Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Janie G. Pryor, Deceased, were issued on September 18, 2025, in Cause No. 2025-PC-0248, pending in the County Court of Guadalupe County, to: Michael J. Pryor. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Frank B. Suhr, Attorney at Law, 473 S. Seguin Ave., Ste. 100, New Braunfels, Texas 78130 - DATED the 18th day of September, 2025.
NOTICE TO CREDITORS:
Notice is hereby given that original Letters of Testamentary for the Estate of Deborah Ann Lehmann aka Debbie A. Lehmann, Deceased, were issued on September 18, 2025, in Cause No. 2025-PC-0271, pending in the County Court of Guadalupe County, to: Michael J. Pryor. All persons having claims against this Estate which is currently being administered are required to present them to the undersigned within the time and in the manner prescribed by law. c/o: Frank B. Suhr, Attorney at Law, 473 S. Seguin Ave., Ste. 100, New Braunfels, Texas 78130 - DATED the 18th day of September, 2025.
