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Lawman remembered for 52 years of service to Guadalupe County Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Seguin) -- Guadalupe County is mourning the loss of a longtime lawman. Eugene “Gene” Mayes who spent more than five decades in law enforcement serving Guadalupe County and the surrounding communities died Wednesday, Sept 23. His career in law enforcement began in January 1974, when he joined the Guadalupe County Sheriff ’s Office as a reserve deputy. He later became a full-time deputy in 1990 and went on to serve four consecutive terms as Guadalupe County Constable for Precinct 4 after being elected in 2000 and taking office in January 2001. Even after leaving the constable’s office in 2016, he remained involved in law enforcement including serving as a reserve with Bexar County before returning to Guadalupe County to work with Precinct 2 Constable Mark Reyes. Reyes says Mayes was much more than a fellow lawman. He says he was a mentor who had welcomed him as a young deputy. “When I was a rookie with the sheriff ’s office, close to 25 years ago, he was one of the ones that opened up his arms to me,” said Reyes. “He told me that if I ever needed anything, to just to call him or go by his office.” Reyes says Mayes’ legacy will be the influence
he reached well beyond his work in Guadalupe County. As a constable, he says Mayes became an advocate for the profession, helping shape policies and procedures and serving on boards. “He was a pioneer in policy procedure and advocated for the constables here in the state of Texas,” said Reyes said. “He was on many boards with the JPCA, which is the Justice of the Peace
Constable Association. He was a pioneer. He advocated a lot for the constables in what we do today.” That service eventually earned Mayes the T.A. Vines Award from the Justices of the Peace and Constables Association of Texas in 2014. His commitment to the community, however, extended beyond the badge. Mayes was a longtime member of the Guadalupe County Fair Association, a life member of the Guadalupe County Sheriff ’s Posse, a member of the San Antonio Livestock Show and Rodeo Ambassador Committee and served for many years on the board of the Guadalupe County Women’s Shelter. Reyes says he remembers Mayes’ involvement with the Guadalupe County Youth Show, where he and his wife, Mona, supported young people through donations and sponsorships. “He just had a big heart,” said Reyes. “Gene is truly, truly one of the good old boys. There’s not very many like him anymore, and he would give you his last dollar and the shirt off his back if he would.” Former Guadalupe County Sheriff Arnold Zwicke also worked alongside Mayes during the early years of his law-enforcement career. Lawman, pg. 3
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Stockdale ISD mourns loss of school superintendent Cindy Aguirre-Herrera
(Stockdale) -- Students and staff continue to mourn the loss of Stockdale ISD Superintendent Todd Deaver. According to district officials, Deaver passed away on Friday. The sudden loss was publicly shared online Friday morning by district officials. In a social media post, Acting Superintendent Roxanne Moczygemba, stated, “Mr. Deaver was an important part of our school community, and his presence, dedication, and contributions have touched the lives of many students, staff members, families, and community members. We recognize that this loss may be difficult for many within our community, and we extend our deepest condolences to Mr. Deaver’s family, loved ones, colleagues, and friends.” Shock of his passing also stretched beyond district walls including in the Navarro ISD. The school district offered its condolences to the Stockdale ISD community. Through an online post, the district wrote, “Our hearts go out to the Deaver family, as well as the students, staff, and entire Brahma community. As neighboring districts, we mourn with you and will keep Stockdale ISD in our thoughts and prayers.”
Deaver had served the position as Stockdale ISD superintendent since August 2022.
Human remains found in neighboring county identified as missing student (San Marcos) -- Officials are confirming that human remains recently found near Luling have been identified as a missing Texas State University student. Jason Landry disappeared in December 2020 while driving home to Missouri City from San Marcos. His crashed car was found abandoned on Salt Flat Road, not far from where his remains were ultimately discovered. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton announced the identification on Wednesday. Paxton said DNA testing had confirmed that the remains were those of the missing 21-year-old.
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Lawman, continued. Zwicke says Mayes was someone his fellow officers could depend on. “He was a great guy that took care of business, was everybody’s friend,” said Zwicke. “Just an awesome guy, a pleasure to work with, someone you could trust that would have your back. Gene and I worked together on the 4 to midnight shift back in the day. And, you know, somebody you could always count on.” Zwicke says it was Mayes’ ability to connect with people that became his career superpower. “I would have to say that Gene was a people person,” said Zwicke. “He knew how to talk to people and deal with people, you know, in the good times and the bad times, and could bring it to a successful ending.” Among the most remembered moments of Mayes’ law-enforcement career came during a shootout involving sheriff ’s deputies and a suspect on O’Daniel School Road in rural southwestern Guadalupe County. Upon hearing the news of Mayes’s passing, Darren Dunn, the general manager for KWED and the Seguin Daily News posted a few personal memories via social media. He shared how Mayes helped save the life of Chief Investigator Larry Morawietz during that shooting on O’ Daniel School Road. Dunn says he first met Mayes in the early 1990s while covering the Kenneth Allen McDuff trial at the Guadalupe County Courthouse. The trial had been moved to Guadalupe County from Austin and involved McDuff, who had been released from death row before ultimately being returned to death row. Dunn recalled that Mayes had a way of making people feel welcome, even during long stretches of waiting at the courthouse. “I had a tremendous amount of respect for Gene Mayes. He was just a good guy,” Dunn wrote. “Gene didn’t meet any strangers, so he kept those of us reporters entertained during the long stretches of waiting-- and there was a lot of waiting.”
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Dunn says he later watched Mayes’ career continue to unfold, including the O’Daniel School Road shooting and his eventual election as Precinct 4 constable. He remembered a conversation with Mayes during that first campaign, when he says the longtime lawman spoke emotionally about the circumstances surrounding the shooting. “He pushed back tears as he talked about the burden of knowing that he had to take a man’s life in order to save Larry’s,” Dunn wrote. Despite the gravity of his career, Mayes was also known for his ability to enjoy life and connect with people outside of law enforcement. Reyes recalled that Mayes was an accomplished musician who played guitar and steel guitar and regularly joined other law enforcement officers and justices of the peace for jam sessions during state association conferences. Reyes says perhaps one of his greatest gifts was the generosity and warmth that he extended to virtually everyone he encountered. “Whoever Gene met was a friend for life,” said Reyes. “I don’t think Gene had not one enemy.” Even after Mayes became ill, Reyes says he continued trying to stay active. Mayes had been working as a reserve with Reyes’ office for about six years and was still coming into the office and working toward completing his annual training until just a few months before his death. Reyes last saw Mayes on Sept. 18, when Mayes was unable to speak because of his illness. “I did tell him that I appreciated everything he did,” said Reyes. “I shook his hand and I thanked him and I told him that I loved him as a brother, law enforcement.” Mayes leaves his wife Mona and daughters, Colinda Burns and Monica Polasek. The funeral for Mayes will be held at 1 p.m. Tuesday, 29 at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church. Mayes was 76.
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Seguin Slips to Lehman despite strong defense In his second straight game with at least 100 yards on the ground, Pinon accounted for Seguin’s lone touchdown with 90 seconds left on an 89-yard kickoff return. Unfortunately, his performance provided little consequence to the Lobos. Quarterback Richie Saldana tossed two TDs to Nian Garcia and Miguel Martinez in the second half on a worn-down Matador defense. The game started with Lehman’s Nian Garcia returning the opening kickoff 93 yards to set up Lehman with first-and-goal at Seguin’s six. Enter the Matador defense. This underrated unit played tough all night and set that tone after forcing Lehman to kick a field goal on their opening drive after they were pushed back 6 from the line of scrimmage. Seguin’s offense took over with the crowd energized by the Matadors’ strong defensive statement. Alas, that side of the ball would be left to carry the load most of the night. The first half would run this cyclical pattern of Seguin squandering their offensive opportunity before the defense bailed out the team. The Matadors defense had two takeaways after they recovered a fumble on Lehman’s second drive of the game before Kyler Forehand grabbed his fourth interception on the Lobos’ opening drive in the third quarter. The problem was Seguin followed those huge defensive moments by going three-and-out in the first quarter and then fumbling the stolen possession back after Forehand’s pick one play earlier. Simply put, it was not Seguin’s day on the offensive side of the ball. Too many mistakes cost the Matadors a major moment. The good news is the defense didn’t give away any touchdowns until the second half when they had worn themselves down after so many snaps.
The Matadors went from four touchdown drives to open their win at Cedar Creek to punting away their first four possessions on Friday against Lehman. The coin flipped and Seguin stumbled on a night where they wanted to shine for the homecoming crowd. The loss drops the Matadors to 1-4 with a 1-2 district record. Lehman breaks their three-game losing streak to move up to 2-3 with a 1-2 district mark. The Matadors will try to correct their course next Friday at Austin Anderson.
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Arthur Edward Markgraf Sr., 96, of La Vernia, Texas, passed away peacefully on September 18, 2026. He was born in the family home on August 15, 1930, in Guadalupe County, New Berlin, Texas, to Arthur Frank Markgraf and Annie (Foerster) Markgraf. Arthur attended Old New Berlin School and proudly went on to serve his country in the United States Air Force. After his military service, Arthur began a long and dedicated career with Lone Star Brewery, where he worked for 44½ years. While working full time at the brewery, Arthur also made time to run the family farm, working alongside his children raising livestock and crops to provide most of the food for the growing family. His strong work ethic and dedication reflected the man he was—dependable, hardworking, and committed to providing for his family. Arthur married the love of his life, Margie Ann Jahns, on September 26, 1953, and they shared 62 beautiful years of marriage until her passing in 2015. Together, they built a life centered around family, hard work, and love and made countless treasured memories, all while watching their children grow and eventually enjoying their grandchildren and greatgrandchildren. Their family was their greatest joy and legacy. As a couple, they found time for fun, participating in 9 pin bowling leagues at the Germania Bowling club and the Bexar Bowling club. Several of their children remember the Sundays spent with Mom and Dad, earning a few dollars setting bowling pins (yikes!) before the automated setters were brought in. As the children grew up and moved away, they were always ready for a turn-around trip to Coushatta or Kickapoo, where they loved the Double Diamond Deluxe and Lucky 7 slots (that is until they moved away from real coins in the quarter machines to those penny slots with those ticket things!!). They took several trips and had a wonderful time in the apple orchards and mountains of Arizona. Arthur and Margie also liked to dance the waltz and Arthur carried on this tradition with his daughter, daughters-in-law and even some of his granddaughters at their weddings. If there was a sporting event in La Vernia, you can be sure they were there on the sidelines cheering on one of their children or grandchildren. Even with everything going on, Arthur would find time to take the boys down to the coast for some overnight fishing. Their greatest joy was spending time making memories with the grandchildren, great grandchildren and even great-great grandchildren. The grandchildren have fond memories of riding on the tractor with Grandpa or heading down to the creek in the old truck to fish or skip rocks on the water. Many of the grandchildren remember staying at Grandma and Grandpa’s in the summer to attend a week of Vacation Bible School and evenings spent jumping on the trampoline. At some point each of the grandchildren would get washer pitching lessons from Grandpa and were happy to participate in friendly, family washer pitching games. Arthur never met a cheese Ench-i-la-dee that he didn’t like and his daughter, daughters-in-law and even some of his granddaughters’ baked cookies and cakes for him to satisfy that sweet tooth! As the children and grandchildren grew up, they always knew they
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could stop by Arthur’s and they would find him out under the carport, enjoying the evenings outside. He was always willing to take the grandkids on the EZGO for a trip down to the bridge to check the water level and he enjoyed it when the grandsons came by for some dove hunting and a Lone Star (or two). You couldn’t leave the house without an offer of some fresh tomatoes that he had grown in his garden. Arthur was on the go until almost his 96th birthday, with daily trips to La Vernia to get the newspaper and maybe pick up a scratch off (or two), which he would keep in his shirt pocket until they were fermented and ready to be scratched! Arthur leaves behind a lifetime of memories that will live on in the hearts of his family and friends. Though Margie passed before him, the love they shared never left Arthur. Her memory remained a part of him and their family, and the life they built together continues through the generations that followed. It lives on in the children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren they loved. His love of family, his sense of humor, his hardworking spirit, and his enjoyment of life’s simple pleasures will be remembered by all. His hands may be at rest, but the life he built and the love he shared will carry on through the generations. Arthur will forever be loved, forever be missed, and forever remain a cherished part of the family he held so dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents, wife, Margie, daughter-inlaw, Kathleen and his sisters Rosalie Rennspies, Elizabeth Buehring, Grace Riddles, and Joyce Klatt. Arthur will be lovingly remembered by his children: Arthur Markgraf Jr. and wife Shirley, Gary Markgraf, Rick Markgraf and his late wife Kathy, Kevin Markgraf and wife Tammy, Tim Markgraf and wife Kim, and Jana Markgraf. He is also survived by his grandchildren: Arthur III “Trey” (Misty), Christopher ( Jennifer), David, Edan (Danny), Noah (Lily), Chance (Ashley), Brier (Katy), Kelsey, Kayla (Ryan), Ashley (Cary), Heather (Tyler), Zach (Maci), Travis (Stephanie), Megan (Brett), Dustin (Alli), and Jessica (Chase). He was blessed with 19 great-grandchildren: Christopher “CJ” (Hope), Matthew, Caleb, Clay, Zachary, Haylie, Lilly, Bodhi, Baylor, Clara, Charlotte, Camille, Colt, Hayden, Harrison, Gannon, Whitley, Brooks and Cooper. He also had 3 great-great grandchildren: Alec, Bowen, and Hayden. Arthur is also survived by his sister, Barbara Brietzke, Stepbrother, Charles Lenz (Vicki), brother-in-law, Leroy Buehring, brother-in-law Duies Jahns and sister-in-law, Linda Jahns. He will be dearly missed by his numerous nieces, nephews, extended family members, and many friends whose lives he touched throughout his 96 years. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 28th at 5:00 PM– 8:00 PM with rosary starting at 6:30 PM at Finch Funeral Chapel in La Vernia. Funeral services will be on Tuesday, September 29th starting at 10:00 AM at Finch Funeral Chapel in La Vernia. Interment immediately following the service at Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park Pallbearers will be Arthur Markgraf III, Chris Markgraf, Noah Markgraf, Chance Markgraf, Brier Markgraf, Zach Markgraf, Travis Stewart and Dustin Norman. Honorary Pallbearers will be David Markgraf, Ryan Lich, Tyler Ayres, Brett Teschner and Chase Bradfield.
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cities of Vinita, Bartlesville, Muskogee, and Okmulgee. In 1964 they moved their young family to Texas, living in the cities of Abilene, Dallas, Temple, Waco, Palestine, Marshall, Denton, Alice, Portland, and New Braunfels. After their youngest graduated High School, they moved to Seguin, where they lived their last 26 years together. Along the way they made many lifelong friends and were deeply invested in the life and leadership of the local Churches of Christ. Jean was a faithful follower of Jesus and lived her life accordingly. She initially was a stay-at-home mom, but later began to work as an aide in nursing homes. Jean then began working for Walmart, a career that stretched 35+ years. She loved her time at Walmart and made many dear friends while working there. Jean was also quite the collector! Her greatest love of collecting were her teapots, glass chickens and roosters. She was known by many as the “chicken lady” and was gifted hundreds of glass chickens and roosters. She also loved collecting decorative items depicting bluebonnets and cardinals. Other collections of hers included glass heart dishes and Cinderella memorabilia. Jean loved a good hamburger, especially from Kirby’s in Seguin. Her other “joys” in life included corn nuggets, the color yellow, cryptogram and crossword puzzles, Hallmark movies, romance novels, Lindor chocolate and Diet Coke. She will be dearly missed by friends and family and will always be remembered as a strong, vibrant lady who loved her Lord and family fervently. May she rest in peace with those who preceded her to their heavenly home.
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passed on. Gene is preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Nancy Mayes and his brother-in-law, Virgil Brietzke. Survivors include his loving wife of 53 years, Mona Lange Mayes; daughters, Colinda Burns and husband Darin, and Monica Polasek and husband Michael; granddaughter, Allie Barrilleaux and husband Beau; great-grandchildren, Blakely Barrilleaux and Barrett Barrilleaux; sistersin-law and brothers-in-law, Lillian Brietzke, Doyle Lange and wife Billie, Jimmie Lange and wife Gloria and Linda Ebest and friend Edward Bode; numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, other loving family members and a host of friends. Visitation will be held on Monday, September 28, 2026, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel. Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, at 1 p.m. at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church with Mr. Darin Burns officiating. Interment will follow in Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park. Serving as pallbearers will be Butch Reneau, Wylie Eckols, Michael Polasek, Brian Nickell, Russ Randau, Will Welch, Joe Dodge Jessee, Leonard Lummas The Celebration of Gene’s Life and reception will continue at the Gerth Party Barn at 3:30 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Guadalupe County Youth Show, P. O. Box 1400, Seguin, Texas, 78156, the Wade Busby Memorial, P. O. Box 736, Marion, Texas, 78124 or the Marion ISD Future Farmers of America (FFA), 506 Bulldog Lane, Marion, Texas, 78124 . 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.
Emma Jean Griffith, born November 7, 1938 in Carselowey, OK peacefully gained her heavenly wings on September 17, 2026. She is preceded in death by her husband of 61 years Stephen Roger Griffith, her parents Emma Martin & Isaac Merit Waldrop, brothers Isaac “Bob”, Harold and Melvin Waldrop, and daughter Vickie Jean Duncan. Emma is survived by her sister Mary White, sons Stephen “Mark” (Teresia), Kevin (Michele), Kyle ( Jennifer), and 11 grandchildren, their spouses and 7 great grandchildren. Jean was born on a farm in the rural farming community of Carselowey in northeast Oklahoma. While still in grade school her family moved to the city of Vinita, OK. Shortly before Jean graduated from Vinita High (Class of ‘56) she married her high school sweet-heart, Steve (Class of ‘54). Steve and Jean were married on April 29, 1956 - a marriage that lasted for 61 years before Steve’s death in 2017. One year after they were married they welcomed their first child Vickie Jean in June of 1957, and then Stephen Mark in January 1959. Their third child, Kevin Bruce, was born in November of 1963, and their 4th child, Kyle Edward was added to the family in May of 1972. In their 61 years of marriage Steve and Jean lived in the Oklahoma
Eugene A. “Gene” Mayes, age 76 of Seguin, passed away on September 23, 2026. Gene was born on May 26, 1950, in San Antonio, Texas, to Darlene (Godbold) and Jack Thurman Mayes. Gene served Seguin and surrounding communities in law enforcement at different levels for 52 years. He was widely known for pulling security at local events for his entire career. He was a member of the Guadalupe County Fair Association and a Life Member of The Guadalupe County Sheriff ’s Posse. He was a member of The San Antonio Livestock Show and Rodeo Ambassador Committee. He was a board member for The Guadalupe County Women’s Shelter for many years. He also served as a board member of The Texas Justice of the Peace & Constables Association and a Life Member of The South Texas Justice of the Peace & Constables Association Most of Gene’s hobbies required a gun on his hip and a badge on his chest, but he did find time for family. Gene loved his family and was never known to miss a family event. He was never lost for words and would talk to anyone that was willing to listen. He loved his music. It didn’t matter if he was listening or playing one of his many instruments, Gene surrounded himself with music. He loved his western way of life, from riding and roping in his younger years to peacefully watching his horses and goats graze in the pasture as time
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100-Thousand Pounds Of Raw Meat Recalled (Washington, DC) -- More than 100-thousand pounds of raw pork, beef and goat are being recalled nationwide after being sold with fake USDA inspection labels. The meat was shipped in bulk by Georgia-based A&D Foods. The USDA says the meat was not properly inspected and could contain harmful contaminants or undeclared allergens. The products were shipped nationwide and may have been repackaged under different labels. Consumers shouldn’t eat the recalled meat. They should throw it away or return it to the place of purchase. Medicaid Expansion Being Linked To Better Cancer Outcomes (Atlanta, GA) - A new study shows the expansion of Medicaid is being linked to better outcomes for older adult cancer patients living in low income areas. The expansion started under the Affordable Care Act more than a decade ago. Researchers at the American Cancer Society are finding the expansion has resulted in earlier cancer diagnosis. They analyzed National Cancer Database information from nearly one and a half million people age 65 and older in low income communities who were diagnosed with cancer between 2010 and 2021. Legionnaires’ Disease Cases Up To 23 In South Bronx (Bronx, NY) -- The number of Legionnaires’ disease cases in the South Bronx continues to climb and is now up to 23. There’ve been two deaths linked to this cluster. New York City Health Department officials say they’ll give daily updates on places where the legionella bacteria are found. Cooling towers at a number of locations that tested positive for the bacteria, including Yankee Stadium, have been disinfected. Experts Warn Of Negatives If Permanent Daylight Saving Time Passes (Washington, DC) -- Experts say schools and students would suffer if permanent daylight saving time becomes reality. Sleep experts say a sunrise after 8 a.m. could be an issue for many, especially for students and educators, since most schools begin earlier than that. A professor in Rutgers University’s psychology department, Dr. Jessica Hamilton, argues that it’s standard time that should be permanent instead, saying “we really need to be aligning our clocks and our bodies to the sun, which promotes our health. She says making daylight savings time permanent is likely to harm the health and well-being of young people and adults.
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Guadalupe Master Naturalists Program The Guadalupe Master Naturalists will host a program from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Sept. 28, at the AgriLife Extension Office, 210 E. Live Oak St. in Seguin. Dr. Sonja L. Swiger will discuss the life cycle of the New World Screwworm fly and the threat it poses to domesticated animals and wildlife. Refreshments will be served prior to the program. Guests are welcome. OCTOBER Seguin Noon Lions Fall Fling The Seguin Noon Lions Club will host its Fall Fling Thursday, Oct. 1, at the Seguin Silver Center, 510 E. Court St. The event will feature drive-thru pork steak dinners prepared by Next Door Catering. Tickets purchased by Sept. 24 are $15 and will be $20 at the door, if available. Tickets are available from Noon Lions members, Starcke Furniture, Tri County Air and the Silver Center. Proceeds benefit local youth and sight projects. TLU Krost Symposium Texas Lutheran University will host its annual Krost Symposium Sept. 30 through Oct. 2 on the TLU campus. This year’s theme is “The Science of Learning” and will feature keynote speaker Dr. Arturo Hernandez, professor of psychology and author of Mastery. Most symposium events are free and open to the public. La Vernia Happy Soles Square Dance Open House The La Vernia Happy Soles will host a free Square Dance Open House Friday, October 2, from 6 to 9 p.m. at 9585 Highway 87 West in La Vernia. Light refreshments will be served, and newcomers are invited to come give square dancing a try. Beginning square dance lessons start Friday, October 9, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Lessons are $5 per person and will be led by caller Billy Grimsley. For more information, call Billy at 830-305-9114. First Presbyterian Church 175th Anniversary Festival First Presbyterian Church will celebrate its 175th anniversary with a free community festival from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 3, on the church grounds. The event will feature water slides, bounce houses, food trucks and activities for all ages. The celebration continues at 4 p.m. with a free family movie at the Palace Theatre. The festival and movie are free and open to the public. Annual Pumpkin Patch 2026 First Methodist Church of Seguin will begin Pumpkin Patch 2026 on Saturday, October 3rd at 710 N. Austin St. The Pumpkin Patch is open daily from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday through Saturday and noon to 7:00 pm Sundays in October. A second load of pumpkins will arrive on October 17. For more information call 830-379-4112 or go to www. SeguinMethodist.org. Praise in the Pumpkin Patch On Sunday evenings during the month of October there will be a short worship service with live music in the Storytelling area of the Pumpkin Patch at First Methodist Church from 6:30 pm – 7:00 pm. All are welcome. For more information call 830-379-4112. Fall Stream Cleanup Scheduled for October 3 Help protect local waterways by volunteering at the 7th Annual Geronimo and Alligator Creeks Fall Stream Cleanup on Saturday, October 3. Volunteers will meet from 9 a.m. to noon at either the Seguin ISD Irma Lewis Outdoor Learning Center, 1865 E. U.S. Highway 90 in Seguin, or the Oak Creek Estates Pool parking lot, 250 Escarpment Road in New Braunfels. The event is free and open to individuals, families, businesses, schools, churches and community groups. Volunteers will
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receive breakfast tacos, coffee, an event T-shirt and cleanup supplies. Free pre-registration is requested to ensure enough supplies are available. Register online at www.geronimocreekwatershed.org.
ly-friendly event will feature musical performances by School of Rock and other local musicians, dance performances by Rize Above Dance Studio, an aerialist, vendor market, food trucks, children’s games and prizes, a chili contest and raffles. Proceeds will support campus improvements and classroom supplies at the nonprofit private school.
Guadalupe County Farm Bureau Annual Convention & Dinner The 2026 Guadalupe County Farm Bureau Annual County Convention & Dinner will be held Sunday, Oct. 4, at the Texas Agricultural Education & Heritage Center’s Red Barn. Social hour begins at 5 p.m., followed by dinner at 6 and the meeting at 7 p.m. RSVP to Blake at 830-379-4456 or bbrand@ txfb-ins.com by Sept. 27. Guests are also invited to bring a favorite dessert to share. Guadalupe County Jury Pool Cancelled The Guadalupe County Jury Pool scheduled for Monday, Oct. 5, at 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. has been cancelled. Jurors summoned for either of those times do not need to report. After-Hours Networking Event The Guadalupe County Fair Association will sponsor a Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce After-Hours Networking Event from 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 8, at the Guadalupe County Fair, 728 Midway in Seguin. The community is invited to attend the evening networking event. Living with Alzheimer’s Symposium A Living with Alzheimer’s Symposium will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Thursday, Oct. 8, at the Seguin Public Library, 313 W. Nolte St. Dr. Neela Patel of UT Health San Antonio will discuss the latest advancements in Alzheimer’s disease, including early detection, treatment options and local resources. The event is designed for caregivers, families and members of the healthcare community. On-site respite care will be available for loved ones so caregivers can participate in the symposium. Registration is required and space is limited. For more information, call 830-379-5046. Saddle Up for Second Chances Playday Benefit A Saddle Up for Second Chances Playday Benefit for Happened by Chance Horses will be held Saturday, Oct. 17, at the Seguin Rodeo Complex, 950 S. Austin St. Exhibitions begin at 9 a.m., with opening ceremonies at 10 a.m. Participants are encouraged to register early, with special raffle prizes available for early entries, including a $100 SmartPak Equine gift card and a veterinary horse care package. Proceeds will benefit Happened by Chance Horses. Land + Water Symposium The Land + Water Symposium will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 21, at the Luling Foundation. The event will connect Texas landowners with experts in soil, water, livestock and wildlife management. Topics include water quality, rainwater harvesting, feral hog management, grazing management and Natural Resource Conservation Service programs. Two TDA IPM continuing education units are available. Pre-registration is $30 through Oct. 14, with registration at the door costing $40. The fee includes lunch and a certificate of completion. For more information or to register, visit the Caldwell-Travis Soil & Water Conservation District website. Big Red Barn Pecan Fest The Texas Agricultural Education & Heritage Center will host its Big Red Barn Pecan Fest on Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 250 Cordova Road in Seguin. Activities include a visit to the world’s largest pecan, tours of the heritage village, hayrides, an antique tractor pull and the annual pecan baking contest. Admission and parking are free, with a free trolley available to downtown Pecan Fest activities. Calvary Baptist Academy Fall Festival Fundraiser Calvary Baptist Academy will host its Fall Festival Fundraiser from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, Oct. 23 in New Braunfels. The fami-
World Polio Day Walk for Polio The Seguin Rotary Club and Suburban Running & Recreation will host a free two-mile community walk on Saturday, Oct. 24, in recognition of World Polio Day. Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m., with a group photo and walk starting at 8 a.m. at Suburban Running & Recreation at the Seguin Schoolyard, 225 N. Saunders St. The event is free and open to all ages. Donations will also be accepted for Rotary International’s PolioPlus program. To sign up, visit the Seguin Rotary Club website and look for the World Polio Walk flyer, or contact Dr. Julie Leos at drjuliealeos@gmail.com or the Seguin Rotary Club at rotaryclubseguin@gmail.com. First Methodist Church Blood Drive First Methodist Church of Seguin will host a South Texas Blood & Tissue blood drive from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at the church, 710 N. Austin St. The bloodmobile will be on site, and donors will receive a free T-shirt. Appointments can be scheduled by scanning the QR code on the event flyer. Grace & Glory Women’s Conference Ministry Spoken will host its 2026 Grace & Glory Women’s Conference on Saturday, October 24, from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The theme is based on Second Corinthians 12:9, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.” Tickets are $30. For more information, call 512-937-2608. Puppies & Pumpkins in the Pumpkin Patch On Saturday, October 24th from 10:00 am to 12:00 noon, First Methodist Church will have the Blessing of the Animals in the Prayer Garden and the Seguin Animal Control will sponsor Puppies in the Patch with puppies for adoption until 2:00 pm. The Patch is open daily from 10:00 am to 7:00 pm Monday through Saturday and noon to 7:00 pm Sundays in October. For more information call 830-379-4112 or go to www.SeguinMethodist.org. Gather & Give: A Women’s Community Social The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Women’s Council will host its Gather & Give community social from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 28, at the Seguin Schoolyard, 225 N. Saunders St. The event will feature local nonprofits sharing information about their missions and work in the community, along with networking and refreshments. Guests are encouraged to bring a nonperishable food item and/or hygiene product to benefit the Christian Cupboard. The event is free and open to everyone, including non-Chamber members, but registration is required. Seguin Rotary Club Hosts “Rock the Fright” Event The Seguin Rotary Club will host Rock the Fright: A Rotary Halloween Bash Thursday, Oct. 29 at The School Yard, 225 N. Saunders St. in Seguin. The event includes a cornhole tournament beginning at 5 p.m., a VIP dinner at 6 p.m. and a concert featuring Mischief Soul at 7 p.m. There will also be a costume contest and 50/50 raffle. Proceeds benefit Rotary’s polio eradication efforts, education initiatives and community projects. 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.
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