ROUND ROCK DAILY: What You Need To Know Today (Wed, Oct 6)

Happy Wednesday, Round Rock! Here's everything happening in town today.

First, upcoming weather:

• Wednesday: Mostly sunny. High: 87 Low: 62.
• Thursday: Sunny and very warm. High: 92 Low: 64.
• Friday: Mostly sunny and very warm. High: 93 Low: 63.

Here are the top stories in Round Rock today:

1. Main Event under construction near Regal Lone Star, Texas Roadhouse in Tomball (Community Impact Newspaper)
2. Texas Stars, Austin Spurs start 2021-22 seasons soon (Community Impact Newspaper)
3. Volcon Inc. Shares Take Flight in Trading Debut After IPO >VLCN (MarketWatch)
4. 5 commercial projects filed in Round Rock, Pflugerville and Hutto, including renovations to bank and wellness center (Community Impact Newspaper)
5. Uptown Cheapskate now buying used items in Round Rock (Community Impact Newspaper)
6. Dell Technologies And Yara Shahidi Empower The Next Generation To Explore Their Passions (Tyler Morning Telegraph)
7. Round Rock Express attendance has dropped 50% this year. Here's why. (Austin American-Statesman)
8. Texas House panel approves political map with fewer majority Black and Hispanic districts (Austin American-Statesman)
9. Ride the bus for free in Round Rock this October (City of Round Rock)
10. Eddie Curran named Round Rock ISD's Chief Human Resource Officer (Round Rock ISD News)
11. Happy State Bank now open in Round Rock (Community Impact Newspaper)
12. Noble Acquires Hyatt Place Austin | Round Rock (PRNewswire)
13. Man arrested after SWAT standoff in Round Rock (FOX 7 Austin)
14. 5 commercial permits filed for renovation and alteration in Round Rock and Pflugerville (Community Impact Newspaper)
15. SH 183 reopened in Cedar Park after cyclist-vehicle crash (KXAN.com)
16. Staffing shortages continue to plague a variety of industries in Round Rock, Pflugerville and Hutto (Community Impact Newspaper)
17. Alamo Coffee Co. to open first Round Rock location in January (Community Impact Newspaper)
18. Man arrested after SWAT situation in Round Rock Sunday (KXAN.com)
19. Round Rock shuts out Westwood for first time since first meeting in series (Austin American-Statesman)
20. Round Rock ISD concerned about ‘slap a staff member’ TikTok challenge (KVUE.com)
21. Black Sugar Caffe planning to open in Round Rock on Oct. 9 (Community Impact Newspaper)
22. Round Rock ISD says ‘devious lick’ challenge will cost more than $15K, warns about future challenges (KXAN.com)
23. Taxpayers union sues Round Rock ISD over tax rate approved earlier this month (KXAN.com)
24. HOW TO: Get into the Halloween spirit in Round Rock, Pflugerville and Hutto (Community Impact Newspaper)
25. 5 commercial permits filed in Round Rock, Pflugerville and Hutto, including renovations to local high school's kitchen (Community Impact Newspaper)
26. Commercial permits filed in Round Rock, Pflugerville and Hutto, including mixed-use retail, apartment building (Community Impact Newspaper)
27. Round Rock, Leander ISD parents meet to pursue legal action against school board members (KXAN.com)
28. Not going to ACL Fest? Here's where to go to escape the crowds in Austin. (austin360)
29. Round Rock roughs up Rainiers in 2021 road finale (MiLB.com)
30. Police investigating fatal shooting at Round Rock hotel (FOX 7 Austin)

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Coming up in Round Rock:

Wednesday, October 6

Thursday, October 7

• Brand Partner Promoted Event 10/7 (9:00 AM)

Friday, October 8

• Neighbor Promoted Event (9:00 AM)

Round Rock Patch Notebook

• Little Free Library: "Get a your literary friends together to compete for a chance to win fabulous prizes and support Little Free Library at the same time—the grand prize is a Little Free Library stocked with diverse books! Tickets are $10 each. Your ticket ..." (Instagram)
• Round Rock, Texas – City Government: "Coffee, tacos and conversation tomorrow! " (Facebook)
• Round Rock Fire Department: "We loved seeing so many friendly faces at National Night Out tonight! We're honored to work for this amazing community." (Facebook)
• Shadow Cats: "You know him. Dr. RB Smith was Shadow Cats DVM for 23 years, retiring only two years ago. He has been providing his services from Day One and saved countless cats over the decades both at Shadow Cats and those in the community. He's neve..." (Facebook)
• Round Rock Police Department: "Thanks for another great #NationalNightOut, Round Rock. We had a blast! #UnityInOneCommUNITY" (Facebook)
• Round Rock Police Department: "Tonight is National Night Out. Tomorrow morning is Coffee With a Cop. And capping it all off is National Afternoon Out from 1-3pm Wednesday at the Baca Center. National Afternoon Out is a collaboration between RRPD and Seniors and Law En..." (Instagram)
• Round Rock Police Department: "Thanks for another great #NationalNightOut, Round Rock. We had a blast! #UnityInOneCommUNITY" (Instagram)
• Round Rock Police Department: "Round Rock #NationalNightOut is underway! See you at your nearest block party. #UnityInOneCommUNITY" (Instagram)
• Round Rock Area Serving Center: "The Round Rock Area Serving Center provides free bread and produce daily! Bread racks are located by the front doors, no vouchers or sign up needed. We look forward to seeing you!" (Facebook)
• Round Rock Police Department: "Tonight is National Night Out. Tomorrow morning is Coffee With a Cop. And capping it all off is National Afternoon Out from 1-3pm Wednesday at the Baca Center. National Afternoon Out is a collaboration between RRPD and Seniors and Law En..." (Facebook)
• Round Rock ISD: "It's #WorldTeachersDay. Teachers inspire us each and every day. To get it all done, they selflessly give their time beyond the school day. They worry for their students, care for their well-being, and ignite their imagination. A teacher'..." (Instagram)
• Cedar Valley Middle School: "Thank you, Ortho 360, our generous sponsor, for the staff reception to welcome our new principal, Mr. Hughes. The coffee bar ️ and breakfast goodies hit the spot! " (Facebook)
• Round Rock ISD: "Wednesday, Oct. 6 is National #WalkToSchoolDay. Walking to school improves neighborhood connections, boosts a sense of community and builds healthy habits for children (and adults). #NorthAustin #RoundRock" (Instagram)
• Callison Elementary School: "Congratulations to our own Carolyn Scalan! She has been named 2021 Outstanding Elementary Art Educator by the Texas Art Education Association. Mrs. Scalan also serves as co-president of the Round Rock Art Education Association. Mrs. Scal..." (Facebook)
• Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department: "‍🦽‍🦼Special thanks to Community Impact Newspaper for highlighting our NEW first competitive power soccer team in Central Texas. For more information about our Adaptive and Inclusive Recreation Programs, go to www.roundrocktexas.gov..." (Facebook)
• Concordia High School (Pflugerville/Round Rock): "While today's spirit day sorted each grade into color blocks, this year's new students -via a fun senior led "Concordia's Got Talent"- resorted everyone into their Family Groups, a special feature of CHS where students from a combination..." (Facebook)
• Central Texas Feline Rescue: "Fast Friends! This is MoMo and her foster Dad. MoMo was rescued from an over crowded kill shelter on Saturday. She saw the Vet yesterday and received a clean bill of health. Once she is spayed she will ready for her new life." (Facebook)
• Round Rock Public Library: "THINGS BOOKWORMS ARE UPSET ABOUT: - sequels coming out a different size to first book - damaged book mail - how they can't read through their TBR pile before they die - that time the Library of Alexandria got burned down (shared from Hyd..." (Facebook)
• Williamson County and Cities Health District: "Sharing is NOT caring. Show you care by wearing a face mask and not spreading COVID-19. #MaintainTheMask #MaskUpWilco" (Facebook)
• Round Rock Public Library: "It's "Staff Recommendations Monday"! Cindy recommends "Knitting the Perfect Fit" because: "As an intermediate knitter I learned how to shape patterns to fit better." #StaffRecommendations" (Facebook)
• Round Rock ISD Partners In Education Foundation: "More to come, but it was a great day for golf and raising money to support education for students, teachers and staff in Round Rock ISD. Thank you to everyone who made this possible, including our title sponsor, Stantec." (Facebook)
• Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department: "THE BIG TOP IS COMING TO TOWN for the #Free annual Fall Fun Festival for toddlers & preschoolers on Fri. Oct. 29, 9 -11:30am at Old Settlers Park (3400 E. Palm Valley Blvd.) by Lakeview Pavilion. This year’s theme is Circus! We will ha..." (Facebook)
• Round Rock Public Library: "Listen to The Cask of Amontillado by Edgar Allan Poe (1846), read by Ericca (Allan Poe)" (Facebook)
• Old Town Elementary PTA: "Calling all our OTE Artists! Reflections is kicking off this year! The theme is " I Will Change The World By...". If your student would like to participate, entries can be submitted digitally or in person at the front office. Reflections..." (Facebook)
• PFISD Caldwell Elementary: "Put your walking shoes by the door tonight so you're ready in the morning for National Walk To School Day on Wednesday, Oct. 5! We hope to see lots of our Pfamily members safely walking to school. " (Facebook)
• The American Legion, George Johns Post 447: "Come Test your Knowledge at Trivia Night Tonight at 7PM! #Trivia #funtimes #WackyWednesday #roundrocktx #barspecials" (Facebook)
• Gattis Elementary PTA: "Tonight is Chipotle night!!! Take a break from cooking and support Gattis PTA!" (Facebook)
• Round Rock High School PTSA: "Ah, ah, ah, apples and bananas are ***just*** about all that's still needed for Monday's Teacher Treat event. If you can be our fresh fruit friend, please sign-up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0945a8aa2aa31-salty" (Facebook)
• Round Rock Public Library: "THEY are coming...Will you be here? Reserve your tickets for Movie Night on 10/26! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/movie-night-they-live-tickets-184299573987" (Facebook)
• Round Rock Arts: "TODAY (10/6) is the LAST day (5pm) to submit up to 5 pieces for WRAPPED IN WONDER - the holiday show and market where Wonder & Joy are the theme and giving fine art as a gift is what we're looking to do. If you'd like to apply, head to o..." (Facebook)

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