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In today's newsletter:

  • Police detail what happened in deadly crash at Gattis School Road
  • Could your Round Rock neighborhood get $750 for its next event?

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Today's riddle: What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Saturday: Warm with plenty of sunshine, with a high of 91 and low of 68 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Man charged with intoxication manslaughter after deadly Round Rock crash (kvue.com) — A 24-year-old driver was killed early Sunday in a two-vehicle crash at South Kenney Fort Boulevard and Gattis School Road in Round Rock, where police say another driver ran a red light. The 28-year-old suspect, Christopher Lundquist, was hospitalized and later booked into Williamson County Jail on an intoxication manslaughter charge. The investigation into the deadly collision continues.
   

• Community Engagement Grant (roundrocktexas.gov) — Neighborhood associations in Round Rock can now apply year-round for up to $750 through the City's Community Engagement Grant to support local social events and activities. The program is meant to help residents connect, build traditions, and strengthen neighborhood identity, with funds available for entertainment, decorations, supplies, and other approved costs.
   

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🗞 Nearby News

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Cedar Park

  • Cedar Park police chief announces retirement (kxan.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What is clean when it is black and dirty when it is white?" — A chalk board (Thank you Charlie H. for sending it in!)
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