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Hello Round Rock! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Round Rock's new graffiti rules mean for your property
  • See how ACC's new Round Rock auto facility could boost local careers
  • How 410 new Pearson Ranch homes could reshape Round Rock's doorstep

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

Today's riddle: How do billboards talk? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Sunny and very warm, with a high of 94 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Sunday: Sunny and very warm, temps: high: 91, low: 70.
  • Monday: A couple of afternoon showers, with a high of 90 and low of 75 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Updated graffiti policy gives Round Rock property owners more time for removal (communityimpact.com) — Round Rock property owners now have up to 15 days to remove graffiti, instead of 72 hours, under a newly approved city policy. During the first week after tagging, residents and businesses can get free cleanup help from Neighborhood Services, which may include power washing or solvent treatments to restore walls without mismatched paint.
   

• Austin Community College Unveils New Automotive Technology Facility in Round Rock, Texas (ratchetandwrench.com) — Austin Community College has opened a new Automotive Technology facility at its Round Rock campus, giving local students hands-on training in high-demand repair and maintenance skills. The site will also host what officials say is Texas' only electric-vehicle maintenance program, positioning Round Rock as a regional hub for future-focused automotive careers and advanced manufacturing expansion.
   

• 410 homes coming to Pearson Ranch in Northwest Austin (communityimpact.com) — A major new neighborhood with 410 homes is planned at Pearson Ranch near SH 45 and Parmer, just southwest of Round Rock, with construction starting in early 2027. The project will add townhomes, single-family homes, a community amenity center, and access to 15 acres of parkland and Austin's trail system, plus a separate 342-unit apartment development.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • We can't wait to see your costumes!
    Come on by! Decor and treats will be out early for the little ones, and we'll be ready whenever you swing by any time before 9:00! Also, we'll have… (Nextdoor Stoney Brook)
  • Missing Cat: Preserve at Dyer Creek - Forest Creek
    White and black cow-tuxedo cat, very friendly, about 12lbs. Last seen 10/7. Unfortunately he lost his collar recently, but he is chipped. I have… (Nextdoor Preserve at Dyer Creek)
  • Melrose Family Fashions - United Fashion of Texas, LLC posted a job opening for Sales Cashier in Round Rock. Apply here.
  • Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in Round Rock. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Round Rock here.

🗞 Nearby News

Hutto

  • Blue Origin Confirms $550M Constellation Park Industrial Project in Hutto, Texas (indexbox.io)
  • Watch: Hutto vs. Cedar Park football live (kxan.com)
  • Williamson County celebrates completion of East WilCo Highway Segment 2 near Hutto (communityimpact.com)

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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: "How do billboards talk?" — Sign language (Thank you Ellen S. for sending it in!)
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