SDN: June 8, 2026

GroundFloor provides update on $26.5 million Nolte Hotel

(Seguin) -- A massive project is still in the works for downtown Seguin. The city’s development partner says the Nolte Hotel project continues to make progress. It was approximately 11 months ago that the city named GroundFloor Development as its development partner for the project that would completely revamp an entire city block, including the building that previously housed Wells Fargo Bank in downtown Seguin.

Matt Holley and Peter French of GroundFloor attended Tuesday’s meeting of the Seguin City Council and provided an update on the project, which will include a hotel, restaurants, bars, and flexible meeting

and convention spaces. Holley says the project will be a major attraction in downtown Seguin. He says it will bring in local residents as well as people who are visiting the community.

“It’s a full city block on the south side of the park, right? And that city block allows us to build about 148,000 square foot building. Its primary asset is the hotel, but this is much more than just a hotel. It’s really part of the overall concept that we’re delivering. In addition to the hotel, we’ve got retail, we’ve got meeting spaces and restaurants that are both serving the hotel itself as well as the community-at-large, and other amenities like bars.

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(Seguin) -- New details are emerging regarding the abrupt departure of the former Guadalupe County Elections Administrator. The Guadalupe County Election Commission is once again searching for a new Elections Administrator following the recent resignation of Cristian “Cris” Pérez García, who was hired for the position just three months ago.

Pérez García was selected by the Guadalupe County Election Commission in March.

In a resignation letter provided to KWED, Pérez García says her decision came after what she described as political pressure and harassment from incoming Guadalupe County Republican Party Chair Terry Harper.

In the letter, Pérez García wrote that she accepted the position because she believes in “fair, transparent, and nonpartisan elections” and entered the office with years of experience and

a commitment to serving voters. She told Election Commission members that it had become impossible for her to continue serving under what she described as “political pressure, harassment, and discrimination” from Harper. She also wrote that election offices are intended to operate independently and without partisan influence and said she would not compromise those principles. She claims Harper made statements such as “I am your boss. You work for me. The Republican Party is your boss. You work for the Republican Party. People around here know who I am and how involved I am.”

Pérez García further stated that she experienced severe anxiety and emotional distress from what she characterized as repeated attacks, public threats and efforts to damage her reputation and career.

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We’ve got a couple of bars envisioned at ground level as well as on an upper level where you kind of overlook the park. So, we think it’s going to be a lovely addition to the community, said Holley.

Holley says they carefully considered the community’s input when they started creating the concept for the project. He says they wanted it to be unique to Seguin and special to the community.

“We didn’t take a cookie cutter hotel, pick a brand. We didn’t find one and just sort of dropped it on the site. This has been a much more intentional process. As I said, starting with the materials you all provided to us, it certainly informed us how we viewed this. And we feel that we’ve been given an important responsibility to this community. Obviously, what we’ve heard tonight is that people are passionate about where they live and this home that they have here in Seguin. It’s a lovely place. And we feel it’s really important that we take as much from the broader community and input of the stakeholders as well as trying to make this work financially and all the elements that have to (included), and also bring something that you’re proud of that’s going to survive for many years and be both an attraction for people coming to the city as well as being an amenity for residents of the city,” said Holley.

The idea behind the Nolte Hotel is much more than just a place for overnight guests or a place to have a meal. Holley says it will do all those things and a lot more.

“We view this as a hub, and we think it’s going to end up being a entertainment hub on the south side of the park. It will draw a lot of traffic to that end of downtown. But another important part as we’ve thought through how to develop this, is given the important element that’s there is a historic building, two of them, and we feel really -- our team kind of at heart are preservationists. We love taking buildings and there’s some great examples around Texas of how developers have taken old, important buildings and integrated that into the development. In San Antonio, the (Hotel) Emma in the Pearl District is a great example of that. So, we feel like that’s a really important element and we’re going to, we kind of want to honor that,” said Holley.

Holley says the concept is already getting buy-in from some major players in the hotel industry. He says they hosted officials from both Hilton and Marriott. Those companies didn’t know much about Seguin’s story at the time, but after the visit, they both saw the potential for the hotel project.

“They both felt that one of their upscale boutique brands would in fact work here. And they issued letters of intent back in February supporting that. So, we have great brands to work with. We’ll kind of work through the process in the coming months. That will certainly impact the design. It’ll impact our overall plan, the financials, and so forth,” said Holley.

With those major brands showing interest in the project, it helps secure what’s needed to get the project off the ground and allows GroundFloor to move toward the official design phase. Holley says there are still some

questions that have to be answered about what’s included in the property, but he says they have assembled a solid team that is developing the right features for the project. “But the other elements of the development include spaces for different kinds of events. And from working up to this point with the various stakeholders, we know there’s a need for event space, whether it be weddings or corporate events. So, we’ve allocated about 14,000 square feet of the overall site to be programmed for different event space. We’re going to figure out what the best makeup of that is, but as an example, we’re considering maybe a 3,500 square foot ballroom, which can be used obviously for receptions, for different kinds of events across the board. Corporate events would use that, but (also feature) breakout rooms. What this rendering shows is a concept that we have for a Grand Salon, so to speak, that faces an interior courtyard that we’re looking at designing that would be used for weddings. It would be a great wedding venue, but it could be used for a variety of things. So, we’ve got a lot of work to do on this to get the programming exactly right. That’s a big part of what we’ll be kind of working through with our team,” said Holley.

The Nolte Hotel will cater to both its guests and the community. Holley says they’ll do that by offering easy access to everything the property has to offer. He says this will also give them a chance to preserve some of the historic aspects of the existing building.

“From the interior lobby, you’ll have an access to the restaurant, which will be a component of the plan, but also will have an entrance from the outside. So, people from around the community that want to enter but don’t necessarily want to enter through the hotel, will have an entrance through the historic entrance of that building,” said Holley.

GroundFloor officials say they have put together a team of experts who are making sure this project is done right to maximize its success. That includes their work on the dining options that will be available at the property.

“We’re really excited about our food and beverage partner SEMI Studios that has done a variety of very unique brands and projects around the state and beyond. They’re going to be working with us through every detail of this. We’re going to have an upscale restaurant. We originally thought about doing a steakhouse. That may not be the case. We understand Park Plaza may do a steakhouse there. So, we’re not trying to compete with other things in downtown. We want to add value and basically be another draw for downtown. So, as we go through the process, we’ll be evaluating the best type of restaurant to put on the main level of the hotel. It’ll have obviously all the, you know, the room service offerings as well as catering to the various meeting spaces. We also have, as I mentioned, various bars in the hotel itself,” said Holley.

The city has seen another historic downtown property converted into a hotel and ultimately fail. Holley says that’s why they are taking the necessary steps to plan this development in a way that not only gives Seguin something special and new in its downtown, but also something that can be sustainable for years to come.

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“At the end of the day, the city is concerned about a whole range of issues, right? You’re creating a cultural hub, an entertainment hub, which is part of that, but you also want to make money for the city. And we know from the preliminary analysis that we’ve done that this is going to be an engine, basically bringing quite a lot of, in terms of economic impact to downtown. Our estimates are approaching $17 million annually from this project. It will bring jobs. Basically, our analysis to this point is showing 150 (new) jobs for this hotel and what’s involved in the overall development. And of course, there’s a ripple effect. It will create other jobs in the community by virtue of what we’re developing here,” said Holley.

It’s taken some time to get to this point, but GroundFloor officials say the project continues to move forward. French told council members that they are putting together a development that will create a destination in downtown Seguin that the entire community can enjoy.

“We believe that it speaks to what we’re all trying

collectively to accomplish here, and that is Seguin deserves great things. And so, we applaud your vision on putting this plan together, on setting forth the team to assist us in delivering something great for you that’s transformative for Seguin, that reflects the past and historic buildings and the future and what you want it to be,” said French.

The Nolte Hotel project represents a $26.5 million investment in downtown Seguin. It will include a boutique hotel with 100 upscale suites and rooms designed for both business and leisure travelers. The other features on the property are being designed to serve residents and visitors.

GroundFloor officials revealed their 36-month timeline for the project. They are expected to complete the initial design phase in the third quarter of this year, with plans to then seek approval from the city council on those designs. Once the construction plans are complete, the permitting process would begin in the third quarter of 2027, with construction set to begin in the fourth quarter of next year. The grand opening for Seguin’s Nolte Hotel is slated for the third quarter of 2029.

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According to her letter, she reported those concerns through proper channels but felt there had been no meaningful intervention.

The departing administrator also raised concerns about the condition of the Elections Office itself.

In her resignation letter, Pérez García said that during her brief tenure she uncovered what she described as serious neglect, procedural failures and violations of election law that predated her arrival. She wrote that she repeatedly attempted to contact former election office leadership regarding those issues but received no response. Pérez García stated that she plans to provide documentation to county officials outlining concerns and recommendations for bringing the office into compliance.

She concluded the letter by expressing disappointment that her service was ending under those circumstances and pledged to professionally complete her final election duties before leaving county employment.

KWED Radio reached out to Harper and offered him an opportunity to respond to the allegations.

Harper denied placing any political pressure on Pérez García.

“She can make all the accusations

she wants. I put no political pressure on her whatsoever and I will be happy to share pretty much our exact, very brief conversation as I remember it. As far as me trying to address her claims that I attacked her, I can’t address that because I don’t believe it to be true,” said Harper.

Harper says his interactions with

Pérez García were limited to a brief meeting after he introduced himself as the incoming Republican Party chairman.

“I said that the taxpayers of Guadalupe County are her boss, not me. And I went in and I introduced myself to her.

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Three different times I went in -- just a few minutes with her -- and she was busy. The third time I came back, I got to go in with her. We went and sat in the room. And I introduced myself as the chairman-elect and that we would be working together closely in the upcoming elections. And somehow, we got off on some of the stuff she wanted to do, like giving elections away to other counties that are inside Guadalupe County. And I told her I don’t believe she can do that. And she got a little upset and I said, ‘I believe it’s in violation of state law.’ And so, this went on for just a very couple of minutes. And then, she basically said, this conversation is over. And if you come back here, I want to have a witness. And I said, that’s fine. We both should probably have a witness. And that was the last time I talked to her,” said Harper.

During this conversation, Perez-Garcia claims her comment on “giving elections away” was a general operational response – one she says solely was related to workload and operational considerations.

Harper also addressed criticisms that he has made publicly via social media about the operation of the Elections Office.

“I was getting reports from part time workers, poll watchers, poll workers, all those people talking about how she never came out of her office. She never talked to them. She’s sitting there with the door closed and lights out so that she could just watch everybody. And really, I called it as I saw it,” said Harper.

In discussing Pérez García’s reaction to their meeting, Harper says he believes she interpreted the conversation as an attack. He says she later complained to the county attorney and suggested her response stemmed from personal insecurities rather than any misconduct on his part.

Meanwhile, Harper admits that the disagreement between the two has also been played out publicly on social media.

On his Facebook page, Haper posted, “We have an entirely unqualified elections office now and are facing a major train wreck. We must have honesty, integrity and a working knowledge of Texas Elections as our Elections Administrator. Guadalupe County elected officials are where the buck stops. She needs to be fired and fired today.”

Harper says it’s just unfortunate that their initial meeting went so wrong.

“I say I have nothing personal against the

young lady. Just when we met for that brief period, it just went so very quickly. Somehow, she felt that it was an attack on her. She went to the county attorney and complained. I think she’s got some social problems. I think she’s insecure. I think she’s paranoid. And that’s the only thing I can say,” said Harper.

The resignation leaves the Election Commission with the task of finding another Elections Administrator, marking yet another transition for the county’s elections office.

Adding another layer to the situation, Harper is expected to join the Election Commission in mid-June when he officially assumes his role as Guadalupe County Republican Party Chair.

The Guadalupe County Election Commission is currently comprised of County Judge Kyle Kutscher, County Clerk Teresa Kiel, Tax AssessorCollector Daryl John and Democratic Party Chair Glenda Henry and Republican Party Chair Karen Hale. Once Harper assumes the chairmanship, he will replace Hale on the commission and will participate in the process of selecting the county’s next elections administrator.

Officials say they hope to name a new elections administrator as soon as possible.

VITAL STATISTICS

REINHARD

Faye Lynn Dreibrodt Reinhard, age 74 of Marion, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Faye was born in Seguin, Texas, on January 10, 1952 to Juanita Ellen (Engler) and Roy Henry Dreibrodt.

Faye loved sewing, quilting and crocheting afghan blankets and scarves all for her grandchildren, nieces, nephews and many other family members. Faye enjoyed deer hunting trips to Harper, Texas. Faye and Allen enjoyed barbecue cookoffs, where Faye’s beans received the grand champion prize many times.

Faye loved babies and lovingly cared for them when moms and dads needed help. A devoted Christian, Faye enjoyed teaching Sunday School when she was able.

Faye is preceded in death by her grandson, Cash Scott, her parents, her brother Allan Dreibrodt and his wife Janyce, and daughter-in-law, Amanda Klaehn.

Survivors include her loving husband of 18 years, Allen Reinhard; daughter, Tricia Scott and husband Robby; sons, Cody Klaehn and wife Tamara, Darin Klaehn and wife Megan, Christopher Klaehn and wife Eliza; step-children, Gerard Reinhard and wife Racheal, Michael Reinhard and wife Samantha, Kristy Reinhard and partner Phillip Tower; grandchildren, Shaelynn Welch and husband Brandon, Cooper Klaehn, Weston Scott, Talon Stevens, Brielle Stevens, Maeleigh McClendon, Kinsley McClendon, Keighly

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

McClendon, Savannah Klaehn, Khyler McClendon, Kierah McClendon, Tucker Klaehn, and River Klaehn; step-grandchildren, Morgan Reinhard, Garrett Reinhard, Shannon Reinhard, and Beth Tower; great-grandchildren, Jaxson White, Reece, Kelby and Jaycee Welch; sisters, Connie Owen and husband Bill, Dawn Burnett and husband Kurt; aunt, Joyce Dreibrodt; sisterin-law, Alma Rosebrock; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held on Monday, June 8, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at Friedens Church with the Reverend Brett Becker officiating. Interment will follow in the Lone Oak Cemetery. A reception will follow in the Activity Center at Friedens Church.

Serving as pallbearers will be Cooper Klaehn, Phillip Tower, Troy Krueger, Trey Bearden, Brody Burnett, Caide Krueger, Brannon Dreibrodt, and Cory Terry.

Faye was the sweetest, kindest person anyone would ever meet. She never met a stranger. She was loved by her family and many friends. Her beautiful memory will remain in the hearts of all her family and friends forever.

Memorial contributions may be made to Friedens Church, 2555 Friedens Church Road, Seguin, Texas, 78155, or to the Allan Dreibrodt Memorial Foundation, P. O. Box 1111, Seguin, Texas, 78156.

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.

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.

VITAL STATISTICS

WOSNIG

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dorothy Wosnig, aged 95, lifelong resident of Guadalupe County. She was born to Alex and Annie (Hagemann) Weniger in Seguin on March 22, 1931.

She grew up in Seguin and graduated from Seguin High School in 1949. She married Kermit Wosnig on July 12, 1952, and moved to Marion where she resided for the rest of her life.

She is preceded in death by her parents, husband Kermit, brothers and sisters-in-law Wallace and Lucille Weniger, Frank and Nelda Weniger, brotherin- law Morris Wosnig, grandsons Jesse Collins and Kermit Mikolajczyk.

She is survived by daughters Diana Wosnig and Donna Wosnig (Gerald Zwicke) of Marion, Doreen Lucas (Dean) of Angleton, TX, and Karen Brooks (Scott) of Canutillo, TX; grandchildren Dallas Mikolajczyk, Lisa Tate (Anthony), Sarah Wester (Grayson), Clarie Bristow (Brandon), Cindy Jackson (Jimmy), Joshua Collins (Kylie), Michael David Lucas, Garrett Lucas (Hannah), Reagan Lucas (Maurice Spolan), Tyler Brooks (Kelsey), and Bowen Brooks; greatgrandchildren Rhema Mikolajczyk, Jacob Tate (Caitlynn), Deborah Tate, Abigail Tate (Chase Adams), Josiah Tate, Bravery Wester, Justus Wester, Abel Wester, Meritt Wester, Haven Joy Wester, Kylie Bristow, Caleb Bristow, Lane Pawelek, Luke Jackson, Tyler Jackson (Hannah), Tenley Jackson, Jonah Collins, Quinton Collins, Livi Collins, Archer Collins, Bailey Brooks, Samuel Brooks, and Malachi Lucas; great-great grandchildren Brayden Tate, Cayden

SMITH

Billy Richard Smith, age 67 of Seguin, passed away on June 2, 2026. Billy was born on August 10, 1958, in Charleston, West Virginia to Geraldine (Atkins) and Lawrence Richard Smith.

Billy will be remembered as a devout Christian who devoted his life to Christ. While members of First Baptist Church, Billy faithfully served as a Deacon and Lead the security team detail. Karen and Billy were currently active members of McQueeney Baptist Church.

He entered the Wireline Industry in 1974, slowly building a legacy which led to an “Icon of the Industry” award in 2026.

He enjoyed his ranch and tending to his cows. In addition, many good times were spent at Karen and Billy’s Lakehouse, swimming, skiing and jet skiing with the grandchildren.

Billy is preceded in death by his parents, his brother, Richard Smith, brother-in-law, Jim Case and his father-in-law, Foy Hall.

Survivors include his loving wife of 48 years, Karen Smith; daughter, Kristal Wessels and husband Doug; son, Ricky Smith and wife Holly; grandchildren

Tate, Willow Adams, and sister-in- law Evelyn Wosnig.

Dorothy was well loved by all who were privileged to know her. She was a devout Christian, and a diligent worker having retired from two careers (first from civil service at Randolph AFB, then as an LVN for several years. She was a previous city councilwoman in Marion, she served on the committee to plan Marion’s anniversary celebration, and was active in the Marion Community Library activities, and Marion Historical Society. She achieved multiple awards in her life including Sustained Superior Performance while working at Randolph.

She was a member of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas, and the Guadalupe County EE Club. Most importantly, her priorities were her Christian values and family, as she served as a stellar role model of how to live a successful life. She will be sorely missed by all her who knew her.

The family would like to thank Eden Hill and Eden Hospice for their superior care, and for her daughters Doreen and Karen for caring for her at home in her final days where she was able to pass peacefully on the family farm where she spent so many years.

Visitation will be held at 9:00 am on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel followed by the funeral at 10:00 am. with the Reverend Jeremy Roy officiating. Interment will follow in St. John Lutheran Cemetery. A reception will follow at the Gerth Celebration Center.

Serving as pallbearers will be Dorothy’s grandsons, Dallas Mikolajczyk, Joshua Collins, Michael David Lucas, Garrett Lucas, Tyler Brooks, and Bowen Brooks.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Marion Community Library, 201 S. Center St., Marion, Texas, 78124 or 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.

who knew and loved him as “PawPaw”, Callen Wessels and significant other, Ariel Soliz, Dylan Wessels and wife Terryn, Samantha Lambert and husband Travis, Kaden Wessels, and Rylee Smith; great-granddaughter, Blakely Wessels and joining her in October will be little brother and Billy’s great-grandson, Holtyn Billy Wessels; sister, Linda Case; mother-in-law, Judy Hall; brothersin-law, Steve Hall, and Windell Hall and wife Tanya; sister-in-law, Kerrie Hall; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at McQueeney Baptist Church from 3 to 5 p.m. Funeral service celebrating Billy’s life will be held on Monday, June 8, 2026, at 10 a.m. at McQueeney Baptist Church with the Reverend Dale Jones officiating. Interment will follow in San Geronimo Cemetery. A reception will be announced.

Serving as pallbearers will be Charles Gueldner, Aaron Enriquez, Rudy Salas, Rudy Salas, Jr., Chad Meeley, and Russ Eckols.

Memorial contributions may be made to McQueeney Baptist Church, P. O. Box 44, McQueeney, Texas, 78123.

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.

Flesh-Eating Screwworm Found In Texas

(Crystal City, TX) -- A flesh-eating screwworm has been confirmed in the U.S. The parasite burrows into the flesh of living animals, and was eradicated in the U.S. about 60 years ago. On Wednesday, the USDA said a screwworm had been detected in a three-week-old calf in south Texas. State and federal officials say they are working to contain and eradicate the infestation, and are enforcing quarantines in Zavala County where the parasite was found.

Massachusetts HS Investigated After Several Teacher Were Diagnosed With Breast Cancer

(Uxbridge, MA) -- A Massachusetts high school is under investigation after several teachers were diagnosed with breast cancer. The state Department of Public Health visited Uxbridge High School on Thursday to conduct air quality tests. Several female teachers have been diagnosed with breast cancer or precancerous conditions over the past few years. The school has six-hundred students.

Frozen Snack Being Recalled Over Salmonella Concerns

(Undated) - Additional recalls are being issued over concerns of salmonella contamination. The USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service warned in April that several food items made with a recalled dry milk powder could be contaminated. The most recent recall was shared on Monday and included select batches of Motor City Pizza Co. 5 Cheese Bread. Other recalls linked to the powder include frozen pizzas, pork rinds, multiple Zapp’s and Dirty brand chips and more.

Scientists Reveal New Multi Tasking Study

(Washington, DC) -- A new study highlights how the brain works to master certain skills that suggest real multi-tasking is possible. Scientists at Georgetown say there’s a way to remodel your brain architecture and use other parts of your brain to enable multi-tasking. Scientists use driving as an example which they say requires full attention at first but then after it’s mastered people can talk and listen to music without needing full attention to driving. Dr. Patrick Cox, the author of the study, says the findings have implications for critical real-world scenarios, like when a radiologist can accurately classify masses on an x-ray as benign or malignant fairly automatically.

Advanced care. Active lifestyles.

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 Santa Sheriff 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.

Democratic Candidates Meet & Greet

The Guadalupe County Democratic Club invites the public to a meet-and-greet with Democratic candidates at 6 p.m. Friday, June 5, at Spirit of Joy Lutheran Church, 416 Dolle Ave. in Seguin. Attendees will have an opportunity to meet Johnny Garcia, candidate for U.S. Representative District 35;, and Eric Norman, candidate for State Representative District 44. Following the candidate meet-and-greet, guests are invited to stay for a watch party for

Game 2 of the 2026 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs. Admission is free and all are welcome.

Hoffmann Reunion

Descendants of Christopf Bennard (Heinrich) Hoffmann and Friedricke H.P. Procknow are invited to attend the Hoffmann Reunion from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 7, at Conservation Plaza at Forke Store, 1300 Church Hill Drive in New Braunfels. The reunion is a covered-dish gathering. Attendees are asked to bring lunch and dessert for their family, plus a baked item for the bake sale. A guest speaker will discuss European immigration to Texas. Plates, utensils, tea and coffee will be provided. A $10 donation per adult is appreciated. For more information, contact Jane Jahns Rice.

National Reunification Month

SJRC Texas is recognizing June as National Reunification Month, a time to celebrate the safe reunification of children with their families and to raise awareness about the importance of family preservation. Reunification is the primary goal for children in foster care whenever it is safe and appropriate. Learn more about the services and support available through SJRC Texas.

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 830-4910778.

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 historical 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 beach-themed 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 830-401-2480.

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