🌱Round Rock Investigates Recycling Contractor +RR Gets Townhomes

Round Rock TX

03 November, 2021

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Welcome back, Round Rock! We hope you are having a great week this week and will have a fantastic day. There's a lot happening in town today. But first, let's get you caught up on everything happening in Round Rock. First, today's weather: Mostly cloudy and cool. High: 58 Low: 47. Here are the top stories in Round Rock today: Round Rock is among the top tier of local economies even as "many other communities across the country continue to struggle with high levels of unemployment and depressed economic growth," according to a recent report. (City of Round Rock)The city of Round Rock will investigate claims of a recycling contractor accused of dumping recyclables in a landfill before considering expanding a contract with the company. (Round Rock Patch)Over in high school sports, Round Rock triumphed over Westlake in a volleyball playoff Tuesday night. The game had many on the edges of their seats as the teams overcame a brief power flicker during the game. (Austin American-Statesman)Big news for potential homebuyers in Round Rock. Developer Coventry Homes plans to build 89 townhomes in the city. Read this subscriber exclusive story here. (Austin Business Journal)Local tourism and the travel industry are recovering from setbacks caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. In Round Rock, business and tourism strategies are driving increases in hotel tax revenue and economic growth locally, although from slightly different sources. (Community Impact Newspaper) Today's Round Rock Daily is brought to you by Newrez, a leading nationwide mortgage lender. Make a smart move for your future and refinance with Newrez today. Call 844-979-1707 to connect with a Newrez loan officer. Newrez, LLC (NMLS #3013) Today in Round Rock: Girls Golf (JV 1&2) @ Lions - Round Rock HS. (8 a.m.) Spa Kalahari Open House (5 p.m.) Board Meeting (School Calendar) - Meridian World School Llc. (6 p.m.) RRHS Choral VLC Concert @ Hartfield Performing Arts Center. (6:30 p.m.) Round Rock Patch Notebook Shadow Cats: "Peek-A-Boo with Digby today, and yes, he won! 😊" (Facebook) Round Rock Arts: "Our awesome Juror for CELEBRATIONS, Neena Buxani had such an amazing array of work to choose from. The opportunity to showcase pieces themed with "a reason and season to celebrate" was one that our artists took great inspiration in." (Facebook) Round Rock Public Library: "The leaves are slowly starting to change colors, which means it's time for Wilco Master Gardeners to talk about TREES! Topics will include tree selection for Central Texas and proper planting and care." (Facebook) Rotary Club of Round Rock: "Always be Learning, Growing, Sharing and Changing Lives along the way." (Facebook) CHASCO Family YMCA: "#WorkoutWednesday Join Terian for the latest updates about what is going on at the Y! • Body Analytics is back, come out Saturday (11/6)! • Look out for new group workout class options!" (Facebook) Texas State University Round Rock Campus: "Success requires community. That's what we want for all RRC students. Follow our IG, Facebook and Twitter accounts to stay updated on all the events happening here so we can connect you with the other students here in the RR/Austin area." (Facebook) From our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news! Featured businesses: Add your business here Events: Elevation: Voices in Adoption & Foster Care Virtual Conference (November 5) Celebrate A Week Of Self-Care With 15 Percent Off Flowers (November 9) 26th Annual Cedar Park 5 Miler/5K & Kids 1K (November 14) Race Through Texas 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2 - Participate from Home (November 20) Add your event Gigs & services: Having sprinkler problems? Need a new sprinkler system? (Details) Add your gig or service Thanks for following along and staying informed! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update. If you're enjoying these newsletters, consider inviting some of your friends and neighbors to read along. You can send them this link to subscribe. 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: "A life spent making mistakes is not only more honorable, but more useful than a life spent doing nothing." — George Bernard Shaw via BrainyQuote.com