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What's up Round Rock! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • How could this new tax zone reshape downtown Round Rock?
  • When Koe Wetzel and Parker McCollum hit Round Rock Amp.
  • What changes when Ascension Seton takes over Round Rock's Family Medical Center?

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

Today's riddle: Why do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: Sunny and less humid, with a high of 88 and low of 62 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Sunshine and a few clouds, temps: high: 88, low: 64.
  • Thursday: Mostly cloudy with a t-storm, with a high of 87 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Downtown Round Rock nominated for federal tax reinvestment zone (communityimpact.com) — Downtown Round Rock has been nominated for a federal Opportunity Zone 2.0 program, potentially opening the door to major tax-advantaged investment in the area. Residents and business owners could see new development and reinvestment as investors use capital gains to fund local projects under this long-term federal incentive.
   

2. Koe Wetzel, Parker McCollum reunite for 2026 Naughty or Nice Tour (themusicuniverse.com) — Round Rock music fans can catch Koe Wetzel and Parker McCollum's Naughty or Nice Tour when it hits Round Rock Amp on December 5, with presales starting October 7 and general tickets October 9. The five-date Texas run features holiday-themed sets, support acts Jackson Wendell and Logan Jahnke, and a charity partnership offering a flyaway prize to the Fort Worth finale.
   

3. Ascension Seton acquires 3 Family Health System facilities (communityimpact.com) — Round Rock residents who use Family Medical Center will see it come under Ascension Seton ownership later this year, with no care disruptions expected. The acquisition of three area facilities is meant to expand emergency and neighborhood care as the Austin metro, including Round Rock, continues its rapid growth.
   

4. 2 SC cities rank among top places for renters in the U.S., study says. Here's why (myrtlebeachonline.com) — Round Rock ranks among the nation's top cities for renters in a new RentCafe analysis, placing alongside Austin and other fast-growing metros. While the story focuses on South Carolina standouts, it notes Round Rock's strong showing in affordability, local economy, and quality-of-life metrics that help renters stretch their budgets further.
   

5. Texas high school football 2026: Central Texas Week 6 rankings (fox7austin.com) — Round Rock High's football team now sits at 4-2 after a 38-17 loss to Westlake, which still keeps them high in the Central Texas Week 6 rankings. Local fans can see how the Dragons stack up against other area powers, from Westlake and Dripping Springs to nearby 5A and 4A programs.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Our family cat got out.
    He usually doesn't leave the house but we were dog sitting and he was a bit weirded out by the company . He's very big so if you see him you'll know… (Nextdoor Laurel Ridge)
  • Does anyone in the neighborhood have a super chill, calm, confident dog that I could socialize my awkward dog with?
    We adopted her about 6 months ago. She's really sweet and doesn't have an aggressive bone in her body, but she's fearful and unsure of other dogs… (Nextdoor Estates at Settlers Park)
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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 do Norway's navy ships all have barcodes?" — So when they come back to port they can just scan-da-navi-an! (Thank you Jessica C. for sending it in!)
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