🌱 El Mercado Is Closing Its Doors + New Projects + New Homes

Up and at 'em, North Austin-Pflugerville! Let's get you started this Thursday with everything you need to know going on around town today.

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First, today's weather:

Pleasant with some sun. High: 72 Low: 54.

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Here are the top stories in North Austin-Pflugerville today:

1. El Mercado 1302 Tex-Mex mini chain restaurant, located at South First Street, will be closing its doors in mid-March. The store, owned by Tony Villegas was opened by him and his father, Camilo Villegas, in 1985. Tony Villegas said, "He decided to ultimately close the El Mercado Uptown location because of pandemic impacts," however, the "other two locations in Bouldin Creek along South First and Allandale along Burnet Road" will stay open. For more details visit: (Eater Austin)
2. If you're interested in learning about current construction projects in your area, several "commercial projects have been filed recently in the Round Rock and Pflugerville areas under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation." To find out "what is being built in and around your neighborhood... including costs and timelines," please visit: (Community Impact Newspaper)
3. If you're looking for a new home, there are several properties in the North Austin-Pflugerville Area that are up for sale. For a list of homes with information, visit Redfin.com and click on any property for details by visiting: (North Austin-Pflugerville Patch)

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Today in North Austin-Pflugerville:

• Baby time (birth - 12 months) at Round Rock Library. Pre-registration required. (9:30 a.m.)
• Toddler time (ages 18 - 36 months) at Round Rock Library. Pre-registration required. (10:30 a.m.)
• Preschool Storytime (ages 3 - 5 years) at Round Rock Library. Pre-registration required. (10:30 a.m.)
• Community Tax Center at City of Round Rock Parks and Recreation. (4 p.m.)
• Virtual Tween Advisory Club (ages 9-12) at Round Rock Library. Pre-registration required. (5:30 p.m.)
• Green Thumbs Up: Native & Adaptive Plants at Round Rock Library. (6:30 p.m.)

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From my notebook:

• "Austin Public Health has announced the return to Stage 3 of COVID-19 Risk-Based Guidelines. For more information visit COVID-19 Risk-Based Guidelines | AustinTexas.gov." (Facebook)
• "As a reminder, the COVID-19 testing site at Heritage Park (901 Old Austin Hutto Road) is open daily through the end of March, Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m. -6 p.m. This is a drive-thru COVID-19 testing and pre-registration is requested. Sign up at https://texas.spartancovidtesting.com." (Facebook)
• "This month, Pflugerville ISD honors the many achievements of women throughout history, as well as those in the days and years ahead. For details visit https://www.pfisd.net/Page/8162." (Facebook)
• "Happy March from Pflugerville Library! Pet 'Pfest' returns to the library this year on Wednesday, March 16 from 2-4 p.m.! 'Pfun' pet-themed craft kits for kids and adults will be available to pick up first come, first served at the library during the event. From now through March 16 visit pflugervilletx.gov/petpfest to sign up for a chance to win a special prize bag featuring library swag, dog and cat toys/goodies, and more!" (Facebook)

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You're all caught up for today! I'll see you around.

— Gabriela Couvillion

About me: I'm an active mom of two grown sons and lifelong San Antonio resident. I received a BA in Spanish from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and in my free time I immerse myself in creative writing. Thanks for reading Patch, and feel free to reach out if you have any news and happenings you think may appeal to our readers!