SDN: February 5, 2026

February 5, 2026

Seguin city manager gets praise, raise from city council

(Seguin) -- The Seguin City Council is once again offering high praise for the job performance of City Manager Steve Parker.

The council met in closed session on Tuesday night to conduct Parker’s annual evaluation. When the council returned to open session, it immediately became clear that Parker was again getting high marks from his bosses.

Councilman Jason Biesenbach says he’s seen firsthand how involved Parker is in every aspect of this community.

“Many of us, along with the mayor, attend many city events, groundbreaking, community events, and civic functions throughout the year. And one thing I consistently notice is that Manager Parker is always there. He’s always present, engaged, and supportive of both staff and this council, regardless of whether the event is large or small. The same commitment is reflected internally. Our department directors and city

staff stand firmly behind Mr. Parker, and it’s evident by how many people are here (now) that don’t need to be here right now this late in a meeting. Strong leadership shows up, not just in reports and meetings, but in morale, trust, and day-to-day operations. A good example of that is his decision to provide an additional Friday off after Christmas, as a paid day for staff.

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(Guadalupe County) – A local program tonight will be serving up chili with a side of opportunity –an opportunity of how individuals -- especially soon-to-be graduates –can earn a paycheck while working toward their future careers.

The TX FAME Lone Star Chapter will host its FAMEous Chili Cook-off Open House today from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Texas State Technical College (TSTC) campus located in northern Guadalupe County.

Tonight’s event is designed to share more about the Advanced Manufacturing Technology program. AMT is designed as a two-year, earn-while-you-learn degree that blends classroom instruction with paid, hands-on industry experience.

TX FAME President Jason Dinscore says tonight’s chili cookoff doubles as a recruiting kickoff for the program’s next group of students.

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It was small but thoughtful action that had a meaningful impact. And I heard directly from many employees of how much that gesture boosted morale and reinforced that their work is valued,” said Biesenbach.

Biesenbach says as the city’s top administrator, Parker has done an incredible job, and he called him an amazing city manager.

“When it came time for this formal evaluation, I completed mine thoroughly and in full because I believe that feedback should be grounded in participation, documentation, and good results. Based on that, Manager Parker’s performance reflects strong leadership and fiscal management, organizational oversight, and council support. He provides timely information, clear analysis, and well-reasoned recommendations that allow this council to make informed decisions,” said Biesenbach.

Mayor Donna Dodgen says Parker is an effective leader who works closely with the council and the community to help make Seguin a better place to live, work and play.

“Thank you for being a great city partner, a great community member, (and) a great volunteer. Many times, when things are occurring and happening, Steve is right there in the middle of it. I appreciate that he doesn’t say no. He says, what can we do and how can we make it work? (He understands) that we do deserve nice things, and how can we take it to the next level. He does that in everything he does, from hiring people to putting the faith and autonomy in his directors and allowing them to direct. But also, being there when they might need something or they need some direction or they need some help and they need some movement,” said Dodgen.

Dodgen says being a leader means you have to be an effective communicator and you have to be able to adapt to the specific needs of each situation. She says that’s something that Parker does on a regular basis.

“He has no problem in saying, ‘that’s not correct. How about this way? Or what about this? Or that might be a good idea.’ Those are important pieces to make our community (better). We’re moving and we’re changing. We talked about that. We’re moving and we’re changing quickly, but we want to retain our (sense of) community. And we retain that community by being involved. We retain that community by being open and honest and transparent and being available. And we’ve all done that, and we all do that. And Steve leads that by example. And that’s very important to me. It’s very important to how we

manage and how our city moves forward,” said Dodgen.

Seguin is one of the fastest growing cities in the nation, and Dodgen says Parker is the right person for this moment in Seguin’s history.

“It’s important about how we move forward, how we do things, how we change, and what we bring here. We hear it all the time, and when we go to things, we function differently. We function as a unit. We care about things. We do our homework. We do what we need to be doing, and we move forward to that. But yet, we make hard decisions, and we may not always agree. And Steve helps us with that. At times when we need clarification or experience, he gives that, but he might not necessarily lead us but truly guide us. And so, I just want to say thank you for that. Thank you for being a good partner to me in that we can divide and conquer and do things. We have an incredible relationship where we can be open and honest and caring with each other,” said Dodgen.

Parker thanked the council for its continued support over the last six years. He also thanked his staff. He says it takes a team approach to make things happen for the city.

“This council creates a vision. They have the complete trust of the community. And that’s not easy when you have a fast-growing community. (There’s) seven people a day moving to Seguin, and that can create a lot of tension. But the community is well educated. They understand that we’re going to grow. They just want to grow smart and to see some of these retail projects coming to fruition is just amazing — game-changing in a lot of ways. People are tired of driving to New Braunfels and San Marcos and San Antonio. But we would not be able to accomplish everything we accomplish with the number of people that we accomplish it with, if it wasn’t for a council that is all rowing in the same direction and has the trust of the community that is now rowing all in the same direction,” said Parker.

The praise from the council also came with a pay increase. Instead of boosting his annual salary, Dodgen says the council opted instead to offer Parker a one-time lump sum payment of $8,103.49.

“The base salary will remain the same. This is a onetime 2.5 percent merit increase. So, the base salary remains the same. I just wanted to say that for clarification, for the community to know that openly and honestly,” said Dodgen.

Parker just finished his sixth year as Seguin City Manager. He came to Seguin in January 2020, after spending several years as an assistant city manager in nearby San Marcos.

Guadalupe County authorities seek public’s help locating assault suspect

(Seguin) -- The Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a wanted fugitive accused of violent offenses.

Sheriff’s officials say Albert Joe Cardenas is currently wanted on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and family violence assault with prior convictions.

Investigators say Cardenas remains at large, and deputies are urging residents to come forward with any information that could help lead to his arrest. Authorities emphasized that community cooperation plays a key role in safely apprehending suspects and preventing further incidents.

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Joshua Ray says strong enforcement relies on both law enforcement and the public working together.

“Strong enforcement starts with tough laws and zero tolerance for criminals—but it succeeds only through partnership. Our deputies will relentlessly pursue fugitives, and we need our community's eyes and tips to bring them to justice.

“This will be recruiting for our fourth cohort. So, we graduated one cohort. We will be graduating cohort two in May and then so on and so forth. We are recruiting for our fourth cohort that will be starting over the summer and into the fall with classes,” said Dinscore.

The AMT program, offered through a partnership between TX FAME and TSTC, leads to an Associate of Applied Science degree while students gain more than 1,800 hours of real-world training.

Dinscore says participants split their weeks between class time and working alongside employer sponsors. He says students earn paychecks while also building experience that can often lead directly to full-time jobs.

“The program itself is an apprenticeship model where they go to school Tuesdays and Thursdays every week and they work with an employer sponsor Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. They are learning technical skills in the classroom and directly applying them throughout the week as they go. So, a real direct connection of what they are learning in the classroom and in the plant itself,” said Dinscore.

Most importantly, Dinscore says FAME’s approach allows graduates to step into advanced manufacturing roles sooner and with less debt.

Plus, he says the opportunity isn’t limited to recent graduates. He says while high school seniors are a key focus, the doors are open much wider.

“It’s open to anybody and everybody. We kind of target high school seniors because we can get into classrooms and we can pitch the program to them as an opportunity to graduate from high school, learn a trade, start making

Together, we'll keep Guadalupe County safe,” said Ray.

Anyone who knows Cardenas’ whereabouts or has information about the case is encouraged to contact the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Office at 830-379-1224.

Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Guadalupe County Crime Stoppers online at guadalupecountycrimestoppers. org or by calling 1-877-403-8477 (TIPS). Officials say cash rewards may be available for information that leads to an arrest through Crime Stoppers.

Authorities caution residents not to approach the suspect and to report any sightings immediately.

money very early out of high school in half the time it will take to get a four-year degree with the experience and everything else while they are going through the program. But we are certainly open – we have some of the manufacturers in our chapter that use incumbent workforce so folks that are currently working at the plant and want to get up skilled – maybe make a move from operations to maintenance – they can go through this program and do that as well. There is no age limit. There is no restrictions anything like that. We are looking for good people. If you understand the importance of showing up to work on time and want to be a good employee and really further your career and jumpstart it by a couple of years, then this is the program that you should apply for,” said Dinscore.

Dinscore says he encourages families to come out and learn more. He says all questions will be answered.

“We will have all the employers there that are going to sponsor AMT’s in the program coming up for this fourth cohort so they will be there with chili, with opportunities to talk about what they do in the plant, what does it look like to work for a Caterpillar or CMC, HEB or any of the companies that are currently sponsors in the program. You get to meet the employers. You get to meet the current AMT’s that are going through the program. They are going to be there. We are going to have a Q&A session where parents and candidates can ask questions of a current AMT and also a parent of an AMT. We will have all those on the panel for the Q&A session,” said Dinscore.

The event is free. Registration and additional details are available online at the TSTC events page https:// events.tstc.edu/event/tstc.events.1222883.

Marion Bulldogs take down #10 Cole for Coach Jon Allen’s 600th career win

Chris Austin

(Marion) -- Marion boys basketball coach Jon Allen reached a milestone on Tuesday night as his Bulldogs took down the No. 10 team in the state.

Allen achieved career victory No. 600 in a 5542 victory over San Antonio Cole at Marion High School.

“It was definitely a team effort,” Allen said after the victory. “Everybody came into the game and played hard. They did what we asked them to do. These 600 wins aren’t about me; they’re about those guys on the floor. I give them a little direction, and they go get it done. And they got it done tonight.”

The Bulldogs clamped down defensively, limiting Cole to just 13 points in the first half while establishing a 12-point lead at the break. Marion increased the lead to 19 points heading into the fourth quarter and was able to hold off a late rally by the Cougars.

The Bulldogs had a balanced offensive attack with three players scoring in double figures. Jackson Missildine led the way with 14 points. Travis Randle and Banji Ajasin each had 10. Marion, ranked 19th in the state in Class 3A,

moved into a first-place tie atop the District 27-3A standings at 5-1 while handing the Cougars their first district loss of the season. The Bulldogs will play at Randolph on Friday.

(Marion) -- The Marion Lady Bulldogs fell 3922 to Cole on Tuesday.

Marion was led by junior Whitley Wiatrek, who scored eight points. Senior Shadie Rabenaldt added six. The Lady Bulldogs are 3-3 in district play. Marion can clinch a playoff spot with a victory on Friday when they travel to Randolph.

(Seguin) -- At Navarro High School, the Panthers and Runnin’ Lady Panthers dropped both games against La Vernia.

The Panther boys fell 52-46 while the girls suffered a 68-25 defeat. The Lady Panthers have clinched a playoff spot and will play in the bidistrict round starting Feb. 16. The Navarro boys are in fourth place in District 28-4A, currently one game ahead of fifth-place Gonzales for the final playoff spot with four games left in the season.

The Navarro boys and girls will play at

Gonzales on Friday.

(Seguin) -- The Seguin Matadors and Lady Matadors were off Tuesday night.

Both teams play San Antonio Edison on Friday. The boys will play at Edison, while the girls will host the Lady Bears. The Lady Mats can clinch a playoff berth with a victory on Friday. KWED will broadcast the girls’ game.

College hoops…

(Shreveport, LA) -- The Texas Lutheran basketball teams split makeup games at Centenary on Tuesday night.

The TLU women cruised to a 75-46 victory while the men fell short in a 67-64 defeat. The games were originally scheduled for Jan. 24 but were postponed due to last weekend’s winter storm. Both teams are back home for Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference doubleheaders this weekend. The TLU men and women will host Austin College on Saturday and the University of Dallas on Sunday.

the only nonprofit mental health treatment hospital for kids ages 3 to 17 in South Texas. When a child is in crisis, we work with families to get much needed treatment regardless of their ability to pay.

Crisis Services is a 24/7 walk-in clinic for children and teens experiencing a psychiatric emergency.

Outpatient services offer diverse treatment interventions, such as individual, family, and group therapy.

Southside High School is home to a new Clarity location, allowing all students enrolled in a Southside ISD school access to mental healthcare.

Inpatient hospitalization stabilizes kids in crisis who need immediate care and continuous supervision.

First Step is a one-time consultation for families that know their child is struggling but aren't sure what help they need or where to get it.

Multisystemic therapy is a community-based program, focused on empowering caregivers by providing skills to keep kids in their homes.

Partial hospitalization provides intensive mental healthcare during the day and then works with families to practice skills in the evening. The Next Step Center connects families to services that support their child’s continued path to mental wellness.

Claritycon is an annual conference on children’s mental health. Attendees work in education, social work, nursing, psychiatry, psychology, etc.

VITAL STATISTICS

Trinidad

Eugenio “Gene” Trinidad, Jr., age 69 of Seguin, passed away on February 2, 2026. Eugenio was born on April 25, 1956, to Maria (Escovedo) and Eugenio Trinidad, Sr.

Gene is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Jose Escovedo Rodriguez, two half-sisters and one-half brother.

Survivors include his loving sisters, Mary Gomez, Margarita Figueroa and husband Felix, Fidelia Trinidad Sanchez and husband Juventino, and Teresa Moreno and

husband Abel; half-brother, Abelardo Trinidad and wife Celia; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, from 2 to 4 pm. with a prayer service beginning at 3 p.m. A procession will depart Tres Hewell Mortuary on Sunday, February 8, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. for graveside services and interment at 2 p.m. at the Elm Creek Community Cemetery in Seguin.

Serving as pallbearers will be Manuel Galvan, José Galvan, Michael Gomez, Samuel Gomez, Jr., Trinidad Galvan, Alicia Sanchez, Samantha Gomez, and Henry Morales.

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.

WHO Study Says 1-In-4 Cancer Cases Worldwide Are Preventable (Geneva) -- Today is World Cancer Day and the World Health Organization says over a third of all cancer cases worldwide could be prevented. A new study from the international agency looked at nine cancer-causing infections and dozens of preventable causes, including air pollution, ultraviolet radiation and physical inactivity. Their analysis found an estimated 37 percent of all new cancer cases, which is over seven-million, were linked to preventable causes. It found tobacco to be the leading cause of preventable cancer at 15 percent of all new cases, followed by infections at ten percent.

Nearly 80% Of Adults With Hypertension Don’t Have It Under Control (Chapel Hill, NC) -- Nearly 80-percent of adults with hypertension don’t have the condition under control. That’s according to a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Researchers at the University of North Carolina specifically looked at people whose blood pressure was lower than 130 over 80 , the threshold for Stage One hypertension. The goal is to treat people when they’re in the elevated range of 121-129. A reading of 120 over 80 is considered normal.

Over 80K Bottles Of Mouthwash Recalled Nationwide (Weybridge, England) -- Nearly 85-thousand bottles of Parodontax Active Gum Health Mouthwash are being recalled nationwide. The FDA says it issued the recall of the British proudct because some bottles may be missing or have incorrect lot numbers and/or expiration dates. The recall includes 16-point-nine-fluid-ounce, mint-flavored, alcohol-free mouthwash distributed by Haleon. The FDA classified this recall as Class three, which means it’s “not likely to cause adverse health consequences.”

Pfizer Weight Study Shows Patients Lost 12% Percent Of Their Weight

(New York, NY) -- A new study by Pfizer shows those taking an experimental weight loss medicine lost up to 12 percent of their bodyweight. The study involved patients with weekly dosing until week twelve and then they switched to taking doses monthly up until week 28. Researchers will continue with the study through at least week 64. Pfizer says the company is positioned to address critical gaps in obesity care and meet the diverse needs of patients.

February

TLU Celebrates Black History Month

Throughout February, Texas Lutheran University will celebrate Black History Month with a series of free events for the community, centered on this year’s theme, The Stories, Songs, and SPIRIT of the Black Experience. The full schedule can be found at tlu.edu/ black-history-month. All events are free and open to the public.

Geronimo VFW Dance Schedule (Feb–Mar 2026)

Dance the night away at the Geronimo VFW Post 8456, located at 6808 Hwy 123 N. All dances are open to the public with $10 admission/donation at the door. Sunday Dances: Doors open 1:30 p.m. | Dance 3–6:30 p.m. Tuesday & Friday Dances: Doors open 6 p.m. | Dance 7–10:30 p.m. For reservations, call or text 830-305-8829. Upcoming Dance Schedule: Feb. 1 –Bob Appel (Burgers); Feb. 3 – Round Up 4 Charity feat. Rick Rice Band (7–10 p.m., Burgers); Feb. 8 – Paul Sanchez; Feb. 15 – Brandon Rosage; Feb. 20 – Round Up 4 Charity feat. Cactus Country Band (7–10 p.m., Burgers); Feb. 22 – Czechaholics; Mar. 1 – Alibis (Burgers); Mar. 3 – Round Up 4 Charity feat. Meyer Anderson Band (7–10 p.m., Burgers); Mar. 8 – Dave Jorgenson; Mar. 15 –Lone Star Pickerz; Mar. 20 – Round Up 4 Charity feat. Randy Carson Band (7–10 p.m., Burgers); Mar. 22 – Nathan Colt Young; and Mar. 29 – Ken Simpson & Bentley Boys.

Community Blood Drive

Give the gift of life at a community blood drive from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, February 3 outside the Seguin Coliseum. The bloodmobile will be set up in the Coliseum parking

lot, located at 950 S. Austin St. Donors are encouraged to schedule an appointment in advance and will receive a free long-sleeve T-shirt while supplies last. For more information, contact Jennifer Gauna at jgauna@ seguintexas.gov.

FAMEous Chili Cook-off Open House

The TX FAME Lone Star Chapter will host a FAMEous Chili Cook-off Open House from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, February 5 at Texas State Technical College in New Braunfels. The event is open to students, parents, educators, and community members interested in learning more about the Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) program. Attendees can meet industry partners, learn about the earn-whileyou-learn model, apply on-site, and enjoy a chili cook-off competition featuring local employer teams. Registration and more information are available at https://events.tstc.edu/event/tstc. events.1222883.

Seguin Job Shadow Program Invites Local Businesses to Participate

The Seguin Economic Development Corporation and the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce are inviting local companies to take part in the Seguin Job Shadow Program, offering businesses the chance to host high school juniors and seniors for a oneday job shadow experience. Participating students will come from Seguin High School, Mercer Blumberg Learning Center, Navarro High School, and Marion High School. Employers may choose one or more available dates and host different students each day. Available Job Shadow Dates (9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.):

• Wednesday, February 4

• Thursday, February 26

• Tuesday, March 31

Email Jessica Dersen at jdersen@seguintexas.gov to sign up.

Geronimo Lions Club First Friday Feast

The Geronimo Lions Club will host its First Friday Feast from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday, February 6 at the Big Red Barn on Cordova Road. Guests can enjoy a choice of ribeye steak or fried fish. Proceeds will benefit the Our Lady of Guadalupe Food Pantry, and live music will be provided by Deuces Wild. The community is invited to come out for great food, music, and a good cause.

Zorn Cemetery Association Business Meeting

The Zorn Cemetery Association will hold a scheduled business meeting at 11 a.m. Saturday, February 7 at Los Cucos Mexican Restaurant, located at 920 IH-10 in Seguin. For more information, call 830-832-1703.

Regional Job Fair

The Seguin Economic Development Corporation, Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce, Cibolo Economic Development Corporation, and Schertz Economic Development Corporation are teaming up to host the first Regional Job Fair of 2026 on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Seguin Coliseum, 950 S. Austin Street. More than 50 employers from Seguin, New Braunfels, Cibolo, and Schertz will be on hand with job opportunities in a variety of industries. Job seekers are encouraged to dress in business attire and bring multiple copies of their résumé. For details, visit https://info. seguinedc.com/regional-job-fair-winter-2026-job-seeker-info-page.

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Guadalupe Native Plant Society Monthly Meeting

The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society of Texas will hold its monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church (FM 465) in Marion. A plant and seed exchange begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by the program at 7. Conservation Biologist and Plant-Centric Ecologist Andy Blair will present, “Beyond Bluebonnets: An Introduction to Local Wildflower Diversity.” Meetings are free and open to the public. For details and directions, visit https:// npsot.org/chapters/guadalupe/

Birch Please Class

Create an original composition of Birch trees utilizing primarily one type of brushstroke for the majority of the painting! Students will use various techniques that call back to pointillism and Impressionism and will be given background on Color Theory with focus on values of individual colors and complementary colors. Book your spot by calling the gallery during open hours Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Or stop by! We accept cash, credit card and check. 830-305-0472

SEF Mardi Gras 2026 Fundraiser

Enjoy an evening of great food, games, and giving at Mardi Gras 2026 on Thursday, February 12, 2026, starting at 6 p.m. in the Seguin Coliseum, located at 950 South Austin Street. The event features food from Burnt Bean Co., interactive games, prize opportunities, and fundraising in support of a Fund-a-Need recipient to be announced soon. Tickets and sponsorships are limited and selling fast. Purchase tickents online at https:// seguineducationfoundation.betterworld. org/events/seguin-education-foundation-mard-3#tickets-form.

Annual Fiber Art Show Now through Feb. 13

The Seguin Art League Annual Fiber Show is open during Gallery Hours Tuesday – Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Twen-

ty-five works of art by 15 artists include quilts, crochet, weaving, felt, embroidery, baskets and more. Stop by the Gallery and see what our talented area fiber artists have been creating. All pieces are available for sale.

Texas Farm Bureau Food Connection Day

Texas Farm Bureau will host Food Connection Day on Friday, February 13, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Guadalupe County Farm Bureau office, located at 325 South State Highway 46. Local farmers will visit with the community about how food gets from the field to your fork, and hamburgers will be available for just $1 each.

The Savannah Sipping Society Comes to the Texas Theatre

The Texas Theatre presents “The Savannah Sipping Society,” a Jones-HopeWooten comedy filled with laughter and Southern charm. Opening Night is Thursday, February 13, at 6:30 p.m., with additional performances February 14, 20, and 21 at 7:30 p.m., and February 15 and 22 at 2:30 p.m. The production will be staged at The Stephen & Mary Birch Texas Theatre, 425 N. Austin St., Seguin. Audiences are invited to enjoy this heartfelt and humorous story brought to life by an all-star cast. Tickets are available online at https://thetexas.ludus.com/index. php?show_id=200511473.

Laubach Bowling Club Chili Cook-Off

The Laubach Bowling Club will host a Chili Cook-Off on Saturday, February 28, from 1 to 7 p.m. at Laubach Bowling Club, located at 1986 Laubach Road in Seguin. Teams will compete in categories, including People’s Choice, Spiciest Chili, and Best Overall. Bowling will also be available during the event. The entry fee is $30 per team, with registration due by February 18. Proceeds benefit Laubach Hall repairs. For more information, contact Jodi Watts at (830) 822-0608 or the Laubach Bowling Club at (830) 3799033.

Call For Entries into Elementary and Middle School Art Show

All students in elementary and middle school (grades 1-8 are invited to participate in the Seguin Art League’s annual student art show. All entered works will be judged and eligible for cash prizes and ribbons. Deadline to Enter: February 19, 2026. Get the entry form on seguinartleague.com or call the gallery during open hours Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. –5 p.m. for additional information.

Singo Bingo Fundraiser to Benefit Local Charities

The Seguin Sunrise Lions Club will host a Singo Bingo Fundraiser on Friday, February 21, starting at 4 p.m. The event will be held at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court Street in Seguin. Tickets are $20 and include five rounds of Singo. Proceeds will benefit local charities and Lions Club service projects.

Annual “Taste of Soul”

The Guadalupe County MLK Commission invites the community to attend the Annual Taste of Soul, a celebration of culture, community, and cuisine. The event will be held Saturday, February 28 at the Seguin Youth Services building, located at 919 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin. Doors open at 11 a.m., and admission is $15. This annual gathering features a variety of soul food dishes and offers an opportunity for fellowship while honoring history and uplifting the future of the community. For more information, email guadalupecountymlkcommittee@gmail.com.

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.