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Hi Round Rock! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

• Round Rock lawns turning patchy? Fix it and earn a rebate.
• Arepitas is back—see what's cooking at its new spot.
• Why Austin–Round Rock nurses may benefit most from online RN-to-BSNs

Also on today's calendar: Musical Mischief - Free Orchestra Concert and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

• Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 79 and low of 70 degrees.
• Saturday: Humid with a heavy t-storm, temps: high: 77, low: 69.
• Sunday: Humid with a t-storm in spots, with a high of 78 and low of 67 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• The Mystery of the Green Circles (roundrocktexas.gov) — If you're a Round Rock Water customer noticing strange green circles in your lawn, this guide explains how sprinkler problems—not dying grass—may be to blame and how to fix them. It also notes that getting a professional inspection and repairs could qualify you for the city's Smart Irrigation Rebate program, saving water and money.
   

• Lammes Candies returns, 5 more Austin metro dining updates (communityimpact.com) — A Venezuelan favorite, Arepitas, is back open in Round Rock at a new location on Round Rock Avenue after nearly a year's closure, serving empanadas, arepas, tacos and more. The broader roundup also notes other Austin-area food openings and the return of historic Lammes Candies for holiday preorders.
   

• Best Texas RN to BSN Programs Verified by Peers 2027 (allnurses.com) — Nurses in the Austin–Round Rock corridor are highlighted as earning some of the highest base wages in Texas, making BSN completion especially valuable for local RNs. This in-depth guide compares fully online RN-to-BSN programs across the state, detailing costs, timelines, practicum expectations, and funding options so Central Texas nurses can upskill without leaving their current jobs.
   

📸 Around Round Rock

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🗓 Upcoming Events in Round Rock

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★ Featured events ★

Friday October 2
• Round Rock - The Brass Tap →
  The Brass Tap, 204 East Main Street, Round Rock
  8:00 pm

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Other local events

Friday October 2
• Floyd Bauler at The Brass Tap →
  The Brass Tap, 204 East Main Street, Round Rock
  8:00 pm
Saturday October 3
• Round Rock Market Days →
  The Prete Plaza, 221 East Main St, Round Rock
  9:00 am
• Trailside Market →
  Memorial Park, 600 North Lee Street, Round Rock
  9:00 am
• Round Rock Farmers Market →
  Rock Creek Plaza, 2111 N Interstate 35, Round Rock
  10:00 am
• Box Wars hosted by the Rotary Club of Round Rock Sunrise →
  Yonders Point, 3103 Aten Loop, Round Rock
  10:00 am
• Fall Festival, St. William →
  Round Rock TX
  12:00 pm
• Dysfunkshun Junkshun at St. Williams Fall Festival →
  St. Williams Fall Festival, 620 Round Rock West Dr., Round Rock
  2:00 pm
• Day Show! Dysfunkshun Junkshun →
  St. Williams Fall Festival, 620 Round Rock West Dr., Round Rock
  2:00 pm
• Clue @ Penfold Theatre →
  Penfold Theatre, 2120 N Mays St, #290, Round Rock
  7:30 pm
• Waterpark After Dark @ Kalahari →
  Kalahari Resorts & Conventions, 3001 Kalahari Blvd, Round Rock
  10:00 pm
Friday October 16
• Musical Mischief - Free Orchestra Concert →
  Centennial Plaza, 301 W Bagdad Ave, Round Rock
  7:00 pm

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

• Some things are not meant to be carried forever—a memory that hurts—a moment you can't change
  A person who has already moved on Holding on does not bring them back—it only keeps you standing still Letting go is not forgetting—it is choosing… (Nextdoor Estates at Settlers Park)
• Has been our favorite restaurant for over 20 years.
  Food and service are fantastic. It's laid back, quiet and food tastes home cooked. The cocktails are also delicious. Highly recommend. (Nextdoor Arrington Ridge)

• Disabledperson, Inc posted a job opening for Stocking Team Associate at Walmart in Round Rock, Texas in Round Rock. Apply here.
• O'Reilly Automotive posted a job opening for Assistant Store Manager in Round Rock. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Round Rock here.

🗞 Nearby News

Hutto

• Hutto City Council to consider next step toward city-run fire department (kvue.com)
• Can you hear me now? (taylorpress.net)
• 514 Lagonda Dr, Hutto, TX 78634 (redfin.com)

Cedar Park

• Leander ISD surplus auction ends Oct. 6 (hillcountrynews.com)

Ok Round Rock! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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