🌱 RRISD Lawsuit Update + Early Voting + Halloween Things To Do

Round Rock TX

28 October, 2021

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Hello, neighbors! It's me again, Meagan Falcon, your host of today's undead edition of the Round Rock Daily. It's a Fangtastic Friday 🧛🏻‍♂️, which means there are just two days left before Halloween 🎃. With that in mind, we have everything you need to know to get yourself into the spirit 👻 of the season (check our top ghoulish stories below). But first, here's your Patch guide on what's happening in town to get your day started. Madam Zeroni's Weather Predictions 🔮 Madam Zeroni has taken a look at her crystal ball and has several predictions on this weekend's forecast. Here's what she discovered. Friday's prediction: A lot of sunshine is in the forecast today with highs reaching the low 70s. It's going to be a chilly night tonight with temperatures dropping to the mid-40s. Saturday's prediction: Sunny skies are ahead with temperatures reaching the high 70s. Another chilly night is in the forecast with temperatures dropping to 40 degrees in Round Rock. Halloween's prediction: Halloween will have sunny skies and comfortable weather in the low 80s and cooler temps for trick-or-treaters. Make sure the little ones have a jacket, because temperatures are expected to drop in the high 40s. Today's the last day for early voting! 🗳 If you haven't had a chance to head to the polls this week, today is your last chance to vote during early voting. Your last chance to vote in this election will be Tuesday, Nov. 2. Here are a few things you should know before you head to the ballot to cast your vote. Elections 2021: What's On The Nov. 2 Ballot In Round RockTX Elections 2021: What To Know About 8 Propositions On Ballot Here are the top stories today in Round Rock: Are you looking for a new place to enjoy axe-throwing in the Austin Metro? There's a new spot in town that will cater to all your needs right here in Round Rock. (Round Rock Patch) Every year in homes across the country, early November marks a celebration of the lives of loved ones who have passed away on Dia de los Muertos. Here's a list of in-person and virtual celebrations happening around Austin this year. (austin360) Despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, people from outside the United States still bought plenty of homes in Austin. The foreign nationals who have bought the most in town — Mexico and China. Here's the report. (KXAN.com) Amid growing scrutiny from parents and conservative politicians of curriculum in Texas public schools, a Republican state lawmaker has asked superintendents to investigate and catalog books in schools related to race and sex or that could produce "discomfort" among students. The question is — do they have to comply? Here's the latest. (Austin American-Statesman) A Williamson County judge heard arguments in the 425th District Court heard arguments for the second time on a lawsuit filed by Attorney General Ken Paxton against Round Rock ISD over its mask mandate. (KXAN.com) 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: Trunk or Treat and Movie Night (School Calendar). (6:30 p.m.)Things to do to get you into the Halloween spirit this week. 🎃 Here's your ultimate guide to Halloween parties, haunted houses, pumpkin patches and more during Halloween 🎃weekend 2021 in Austin.It's already time to find some good trick-or-treating 🍬 spots in town. To make your life easier, we've gathered a list of some Halloween 2021: Trunk Or Treat Events In Austin Metro.Looking for family-friendly fun this October, including festivals in the Austin Metro 🍂? Visit the Patch 🌱guide to Fall 2021: Festivals, Pumpkin Patches In Austin Metro.We've gathered a list of some of the city's famous ghost tours that will not only guide you down some of Austin's most haunted places, but will also give you a good scare too. 👻 Several Austin area homes have made it their mission to make their spots the spookiest, creepiest and liveliest hubs for trick-or-treaters this year. Here's our top 5 fave Halloween displays. Round Rock Patch Notebook Round Rock Police Department: "We may have a bit of a sibling rivalry, but when someone in Round Rock needs help, we're working side-by-side to make things right." (Facebook) Round Rock, Texas – City Government: "More than 600 Round Rock residents teamed up with City staff and leaders to volunteer their time last weekend and help their fellow neighbors." (Facebook) Round Rock Fire Department: "First responders come in many different forms — from firefighters and police to EMTs, paramedics and dispatchers. We are thankful for our partners who help us answer the call. #NationalFirstRespondersDay" (Facebook) Children's Autism Center: "CAC Halloween spirit week photo dump! We've had so much fun this week and can't wait to see everyone dressed up for trick or treating tomorrow 🎃👻" (Facebook) Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department: "🎃Come on out to this year's #FREE annual Fall Fun Festival for toddlers & preschoolers TOMORROW, Fri. Oct. 29, 9 -11:30am at Old Settlers Park (3400 E. Palm Valley Blvd.) by Lakeview Pavilion." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Save 15 Percent On Boo-tiful Flowers This Halloween! (October 31) Taxes in Retirement Webinar (November 1) Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! (November 2) Add your event Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Friday. I'll be kicking off the Halloween weekend early, so I will see you guys on Tuesday! If you're into these newsletters, consider bringing some friends and neighbors on board. You can send them this link to subscribe. Your friendly neighborhood journalist, Meagan FalconMeagan 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]. Halloween Quote of the Day 🎃: "Magic is really very simple, all you've got to do is want something and then let yourself have it."— Aggie Cromwell, Halloweentown via townandcountrymag.com