SDN: June 2, 2026

GRMC opens Laurel Medical Office Building

(Seguin) -- Guadalupe Regional Medical Center (GRMC) this week officially opened up its new medical building to the community.

GRMC’s Laurel Medical Office Building is located off U.S. Highway 90A next door to the hospital’s Willow building near Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union. A ribbon cutting ceremony was held recently in preparation for this week’s opening.

During the event, Elaine Bennett, CEO of the Guadalupe Regional Medical Foundation, said the building isn’t just new office space.

She said it’s another example of how GRMC continues to take care of this community.

“Today is an exciting day because we are now standing inside this beautiful building. The Laurel Medical Office Building is more than just

an office building. It represents expanded access to care, future growth, and continued investment in the health of our community. Today, as we cut this ribbon, this building represents the collaborative work of state, county, and city leaders aligning together to build something greater than ourselves. We are laying the foundation for a better future, and one that will benefit our children, our families, and the surrounding communities that we proudly serve,” said Bennett.

GRMC CEO Robert Haynes sang the praises of Bennett, who is credited with not only suggesting that they pursue this project, but she also was willing to go to the legislature in Austin to help secure the $10 million that would be needed to fund the project.

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Second public meeting set tonight for Guadalupe County Thoroughfare Plan

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- Guadalupe County residents have another opportunity tonight to weigh in on the county’s proposed Major Thoroughfare Plan.

County officials are hosting the second and final public meeting on the draft plan from 4:30 to 7 p.m. today, June 2, at the Geronimo Community Center, located at 280 Navarro Drive in Geronimo.

County officials say the meeting follows an initial public session held in May that drew approximately 60 residents. During that meeting, county commissioners and staff answered questions and addressed concerns regarding future roadway planning across the county.

One of the most discussed topics was the proposed right-ofway widths included in the draft plan. County officials emphasized that the recommended widths, ranging from 90 feet to 200 feet, are intended to preserve options for future transportation needs as Guadalupe County continues to grow. Officials say the proposed

right-of-way designations do not represent scheduled construction projects.

They say the Major Thoroughfare Plan serves as a long-range planning tool that helps identify potential future roadway corridors and connections throughout Guadalupe County. The plan, they say, is designed to assist county leaders, cities, developers, residents, and the Texas Department of Transportation in coordinating transportation planning for future growth.

Officials say residents who cannot attend tonight’s meeting can still review the draft plan and submit comments online through Guadalupe County’s website. Over the past few weeks, printed maps have also been available for public review at several county facilities.

The public comment period remains open through this Friday, June 5, at 5 p.m.

Information, including the draft map and online comment form, can be found at GuadalupeTX.gov.

Seguin ISD tonight to consider new athletic director, head football coach

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

(Seguin) -- The naming of the next Seguin High School Athletic Director and Head Football Coach could happen tonight as the Seguin ISD Board of Trustees meets in a special session.

Trustees are expected to discuss and possibly approve the hiring of a new athletic director following the decision by Craig Dailey to step down from the position and transition into a different role within the district for the 2026-27 school year.

Dailey, a graduate of Seguin High School and

Texas Lutheran University, has led Seguin athletics since 2021.

Also on tonight’s agenda is the possible hiring of a new special education director. Trustees will additionally consider approval of the district’s 2026-27 compensation plan.

The special meeting of the Seguin ISD Board of Trustees begins today at 6 p.m. in the Seguin ISD Board Room at the Seguin ISD Administration Building.

GRMC, continued.

“I want to recognize this little lady right here. She’s a powerhouse here. When speaking with Elaine, when she asks me something and I say yes, she hears yes. When I say maybe, she hears yes. And when I say no, she hears yes. And when I say it will probably never happen, she says yes. I’ve driven by this building many times as it’s been in construction. And I’ll text her every now and then. I’ll text her a message...that’s the story of this hospital. This is how it’s different. This is the last standing city-county hospital in the state of Texas, joined by two political entities. Here you believe you can make a difference. We recruit physicians. We recruit employees. You can make a difference in this organization. (Elaine), you made a difference,” said Haynes.

The funding from the state was critical to the project, and Bennett says that State Senator Judith Zaffirini and former State Representative John Kuempel worked together to make this happen. Zaffirini, who is the Dean of the Texas Senate, spoke during the ribbon cutting ceremony. She said this project shows how things can get done when everyone works together.

“There is so much we can do together and very little that we can do alone. And when it comes to health care, it is of utmost importance that we collaborate. And today we celebrate that collaboration among the city, the county, and the state. It is collaboration at its finest. But this was initiated by Elaine when she came to the state capital. And I remember -- I have this gift of being able to have one facial expression and be thinking another -- and I was listening to her and she will testify that I was smiling and nodding. (But) I was

thinking, lady, are you crazy? Do you know what you’re asking? And somehow, we did it. And why did we do it?

Number one, because we listened. Number 2, because you had a compelling message. And number 3, because of bipartisanship,” said Zaffirini.

Seguin Mayor Donna Dodgen says GRMC is the last city-county owned hospital in the state. She says it’s part of what makes this community and its medical facility special. Dodgen says the Laurel building will not only help to serve this fast-growing community, but it will be a big part of meeting the healthcare needs of people throughout this region.

“Strong cities are built on strong partnerships. The county partnership with us on Guadalupe Regional Medical Center has been long one of Seguin’s most valued partners in promoting wellness, community centeredness, providing care, and improving the quality of life for our residents, providing for our residents, whether it be jobs, whether it be education, information. It’s an integral part of our community and our region. The Laurel (Building) stands as a symbol of growth and progress in Seguin. It reflects our shared commitment to ensuring that families have access to exceptional health care close to home. And it reinforces why people and businesses continue to choose Seguin as a place to live, work, and thrive. Seven people a day, do not freak, seven people a day are moving to Seguin, Texas,” said Dodgen.

GRMC officials also thanked The Koehler Company, which served as the construction manager for this project. The new 27,000-square-foot facility will double the current capacity for Guadalupe Regional Medical Group primary care providers, while also offering convenient outpatient laboratories and imaging services for the community.

Listen Now: KWED’s Saturday Topic interview on Data Centers available online

Darren Dunn

(Seguin) -- If you missed our Saturday Topic program on the data centers that are coming to Guadalupe County, you can now listen to it on-demand at seguintoday.com.

There are two data center projects in the works. The Palamino Alpha would be located off of State Highway 123 near Zorn, while the latest is CloudBurst Data Center, which would be built along Centerpoint Road also in northern Guadalupe County.

Our program on Saturday focused on the proposed CloudBurst Data Center. Cynthia Thompson, co-founder and executive chairperson of CloudBurst Data Centers, was our guest.

Thompson talked about data centers in general but focuses primarily on the specifics of the company’s proposed $14 billion project.

Thompson says data centers are being built at a rapid pace, because AI and other technologies have become such a big part of

our lives.

“Traditional data centers, for lack of a better description, are really just warehouses that hold a lot of servers in them. Those servers are connected to everything from 911 operation centers to banks to your local schools, universities, retailers, etc. So, it’s really become the fabric of communication around the world today. It’s a very vital aspect of the economy,” said Thompson.

Thompson addresses energy and water concerns during the interview, saying that they will generate their own power onsite and they will also mitigate their water usage by using a high tech closed-loop system that will significantly reduce their need for water.

Again, you can hear our full interview by going online to seguintoday.com. You can also find a link to the interview on our KWED/ Seguin Daily News Facebook page.

STATISTICS

MACHADO

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Ty Joseph Machado, age 24 of Seguin, passed away on May 24, 2026. Ty was born on January 28, 2002, in New Braunfels, Texas to Catherine Michelle (Steffens) and Joseph “Joey” Anthony Machado.

Ty graduated from Navarro High School in 2020. He loved art, fishing, cooking, music, traveling, his dogs Rosie and Walker and spending time with his friends and cousins who meant the world to him. At a young age Ty enjoyed competition BBQ that allowed him to travel the country and appear on Food Network along with many accolades and even World Championship titles before the age of 16. Most recently he was employed by Encompass Services where he served as Crew Chief surveying across the country and his family is eternally grateful for them and the support shown at this time.

WILLMANN

Charles Julius “Charlie” Willmann, Sr., age 101 of Seguin, passed away on April 25, 2026. Charles was born on March 31, 1925, in Seguin, Texas to Ethelda (Behrendt) and Charles Willmann, and grew up on his family farm in Seguin.

Charlie is preceded in death by his loving wife of 58 years, Patricia “Patty” Willmann, his parents, and his sister, Ethel Willard and her husband D. B.

Survivors include his children, Charles “Chuck” J. Willmann, Jr. and wife Kay, Daniel N. Willmann and wife Carol and Jennie Willmann Moseley and husband Mike; numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren,

Ty is survived by his parents, Michelle and Joey Machado; twin sister Taya Allert and husband Aaron, Fiancé Heather Faber, Paternal Grandparents Joe & Sylvia Machado, Maternal grandparents Cathy Ball, Terrie Edwards, and Robert Steffens, aunts, uncles, cousins, and so many other loving, extended family and friends.

Visitation will begin on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at 9:30 a.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel, followed by a memorial service celebrating Ty’s life at 10:30 a.m. with the Reverend Jeremy Roy officiating. Following the service, a Celebration of Ty’s life will continue at 12:30, with a BBQ and all the trimmings at the family home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to: Ty Machado BBQ Memorial, PO Box 1978, Seguin, Texas 78156. The memorial fund will benefit youth BBQ events across the country, to help instill and educate the future of BBQ.

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.

great great grandchild; other loving family members and a host of friends.

A Life Service celebration is being planned at the Texas Agricultural and Heritage Center (Big Red Barn), on Saturday, June 13, 2026, from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. with remarks made at 2 p.m., 250 Cordova Road, Seguin, Texas, 78155, sometime this summer.

Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church, P. O. Box 870, Seguin, Texas, 78156, the Texas Agricultural Education and Heritage Center (Red Barn), 250 Cordova Road, Seguin, Tx, 78155, Guadalupe Regional Medical Foundation, 1215 East Court St., Seguin, Texas, 78155 or to Guadalupe County Children’s Advocacy Center, 265 Wetz, 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.

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JFK Is One Of Four U.S Airports With Enhanced Ebola Screening

(New York, NY) -- JFK International is one of four U.S. airports named Wednesday as a designated entry point for passengers arriving from African countries impacted by Ebola. The CDC is still allowing some people from the Congo, South Sudan and Uganda, where Ebola is spreading unchecked, to enter the USA, but only at four designated sites. They are: JFK International Airport in New York, Dulles in Virginia, Hartsfield-Jackson in Atlanta and George Bush Intercontinental in Houston with Secretary of State Marco Rubio making it clear that, “We can not and will not allow any case of Ebola to come into the United States.” He says there’ll be enhanced Ebola screenings at those airports that’ll include a questionnaire about travel history and any symptoms, a temperature check and observation for signs of illness. Travelers flying through JFK had mixed reactions, some saying that the issue should have “been taken care of over there,” others expressing confidence in the U.S. approach and others saying, “Better they’re doing something that pretending it doesn’t exist.”

WHO Calls For Ceasefire To Help Contain Ebola Virus

(Congo) -- The World Health Organization is calling for a ceasefire in Congo to put health officials in a better position to work on the Ebola outbreak. The head of WHO says it’s hard to isolate the sick while bombs are falling. Meanwhile, the New York Times is reporting that Americans exposed to Ebola in Central Africa will now be treated and observed at a health facility in Kenya. In previous Ebola outbreaks, they were brought back to the U.S. Health experts say they are still months away at earliest from clinical trials for a vaccine. The virus has so far killed at least 220 people and is centered in the Congo, with neighboring countries at risk.

CDC Report: Dengue Fever Cases Have Skyrocketed 359-Percent In America

(Atlanta, GA) -- Dengue [[Den-gay] fever cases are skyrocketing in America. The CDC says cases of the mosquito-borne illness, which was once confined to the tropics, surged 359-percent over the usual yearly average in 2024. While 97-percent of the cases were travel-related, CDC scientists say the risk of local transmission is increasing over time. There were about one-hundred locally-acquired documented cases in three states: Florida, California and Texas, and they were found in multiple counties. Dengue fever can cause severe bone pain, flu-like symptoms and in some cases, life-threatening complications like shock and internal bleeding. Of the four-thousand U.S. cases in 2024, 108 patients developed severe dengue and six died.

Summer Reading Experience Underway at Seguin Public Library

The Seguin Public Library is inviting readers of all ages to participate in its 2026 Summer Reading Experience, “Unearth a Story.” The free program features books, activities, special events, and opportunities to win dino-mite prizes throughout the summer. Children, teens, and adults are all encouraged to join. Registration is available in person at the library or online at Seguin Public Library Summer Reading Experience. No library card is required to participate. Participants have until Aug. 6, 2026, to complete their activity boards and be entered into drawings for raffle prizes.

Golden Ticket Raffle

The Rotary Club of Seguin is hosting its Golden Ticket Raffle drawing on Thursday, June 4, 2026, with proceeds benefiting local high school scholarships and community grant programs. Only 150 tickets will be sold at $100 each, and the winner will choose between a trip for two to the 2027 Masters Golf Tournament in Augusta, Georgia, or the 2026 Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta in New Mexico. Tickets are available online through the Rotary Club of Seguin.

Geronimo Lions Club First Friday Feast

The Geronimo Lions Club will host its First Friday Feast from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 5. Guests can enjoy a hand-cut ribeye steak or fried battered cod dinner while supporting a great cause. Proceeds from the event will benefit the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Department Green Santa program. The evening will also feature live music by the Brushy Creek Boys and recognition of two First Responder Honorees from the York Creek Volunteer Fire Department and the Guadalupe County Sheriff’s Department. The Geronimo Lions Club says all proceeds are reinvested into the community through

support for local nonprofit organizations and student scholarships.

Texas

A&M

Chemistry Roadshow

Coming

to Marion

GVEC and Marion ISD will host the Texas A&M Chemistry Roadshow at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 9, in the Marion Primary Campus Cafeteria. The free educational presentation is designed for students in grades 3 through 12, as well as adult learners, and features engaging chemistry demonstrations that make science fun and interactive. Families looking for a unique summer learning opportunity are encouraged to attend. For more information about the program, visit the Texas A&M Chemistry Roadshow website or contact Kasie Tankersley at ktankersley@gvec.org.

Art Show Honors Military Veterans

The Seguin Art League will accept entries for its Red, White and Blue Honoring Veterans Art Show from 10 a.m. to noon on Saturday, June 13, at the Seguin Art League Gallery, 104 S. Austin St. The exhibit is open to league members and free for non-member veterans. The show will be on display through July 11. A Veterans Art Talk reception is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, June 17, at the gallery. A prospectus can be downloaded at seguinartleague. com, or picked up at the gallery. For more information, call 830-491-0778.

Crayton Cemetery Historical Marker Dedication

The Guadalupe County Historical Commission will dedicate a Guadalupe County Historical Marker at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, June 13, at the Crayton Cemetery. The cemetery is located on Lehmann Road between Hermann Road and Offermann Hill Road in Guadalupe County. The public is invited to attend the ceremony recognizing the his-

torical significance of the cemetery and its place in the county’s history.

Father Daughter Dance

The Seguin Police Department is hosting its annual Father Daughter Dance from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday, June 13 at the Seguin Event Complex, located at 950 South Austin Street. This year’s coastal and beachthemed event invites fathers or father figures and their daughters to enjoy an evening of dancing, fun and lasting memories. The annual community tradition offers families a special night designed to celebrate those important relationships. Tickets go on sale soon for this popular Seguin event.

Junior Lifeguard Program

The Seguin Parks and Recreation Department is hosting a Junior Lifeguard Class from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, June 25 at the Seguin Wave Pool, located at 1 Wave Pool Drive. The class is open to participants ages 9 to 15 and will teach basic first-aid, CPR, water safety, rescue techniques, communication skills and lifeguard responsibilities. Participants must be able to swim and complete a swim-tread-swim sequence. This is not a learn-to-swim program and does not provide official lifeguard or CPR certification. The cost is $40 per participant. Participants should bring a swimsuit, sunglasses, towel, water, hat and a cold sack lunch. For more information, call Seguin Parks and Recreation at 830-4012480.

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