Violent Crimes Rise In Round Rock + WilCo Shelter Needs Adopters

Round Rock TX

07 October, 2021

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Happy Friday, neighbors! Your host Meagan Falcon here with the latest Round Rock Daily. Here's everything you need to know about what's happening in town today. First, today's weather: Mostly sunny and very warm. High: 93 Low: 63. Here's what's in the forecast this weekend: Friday and Saturday will see sunny, warm skies with high temperatures ranging from the mid 90s in the Austin area. The next rain chance will be late Sunday. Here are the top stories in Round Rock today: Violent and property crimes slightly increased in Round Rock last year, according to data released by the FBI in its 2020 uniform crime report. (Round Rock Patch)The city of Round Rock has partnered with nonprofit Cerebral Palsy to create a competitive power wheelchair soccer team. (City of Round Rock) In seven days, the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter has taken in 150 pets. Now, it's asking the public's help to give these pets temporary or forever homes. (Round Rock Patch) Nitro Circus At Dell Diamond invites audiences to witness thrill-loving daredevils brave the worlds largest jumps. (Round Rock Patch) A Round Rock jewelry store was damaged after a car crashed through its front door. (FOX 29) Round Rock ISD board to hold community forums on student outcome goals. (Community Impact Newspaper)What's in store for the weekend? Whether it's a lone ranger adventure on the town, a date, a friends day or a fun family day out, we got you covered. Here's a list of Things To Do In Austin Metro Oct. 8-10. Looking for family-friendly fun this October, including festivals and pumpkin patches in Austin Metro? Visit the Patch guide to Fall 2021: Festivals, Pumpkin Patches In Austin Metro. Today's Round Rock Daily is brought to you by our friends at Verizon. They're building the fastest 5G network in the country. To learn how 5G is going to change life for you and your community — and to get access to this amazing technology — click here. And thank you Verizon for sponsoring this community resource in Round Rock! Today in Round Rock: Biz.ability: Understand Your Business Financial Reports. (12:30 p.m.) RRHS Swim - RRHS Quad #2 - Krebsbach Pool. (5 p.m.) RRHS Volleyball Games vs Hutto @ RRHS. (5:30 p.m.) Round Rock Patch Notebook Round Rock, Texas – City Government: "Last night we celebrated National Night Out all across our community. People gathered together with friends, neighbors, public safety teams and community leaders to share food, conversation and plenty of smiles." (Facebook) Round Rock ISD: "(Ver abajo para Español) The Round Rock ISD Board of Trustees will host forums during October seeking community feedback to help the Board develop student outcome goals. Meetings will be held in person or virtually." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Taxes in Retirement Webinar (October 11) Round Rock New Neighbors October Luncheon (October 13) Halloween at the Y (October 23) Add your event Housing: SEEKING Cabin on Land to Rent (Details) Add your listing Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll be in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update. If you're loving these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors along for the ride. You can send them this link to subscribe. Your friendly neighborhood journalist,Meagan Falcon Meagan covers local news for Patch in downtown Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander and Pflugerville. About Meagan: I was born and raised in Corpus Christi and spent three years covering breaking news and things to do in South Texas before I moved to the Austin Metro. When I am not reporting the news, I am enjoying a good book, tending to my garden and spending time with my pup.I am a green thumb novice so if y'all have gardening tips, I would love some. Have a news tip or suggestion for an upcoming Austin Daily? Contact me at [email protected]. Quote of the Day: "Our deeds determine us, as much as we determine our deeds." — George Eliot via BrainyQuote.com