🌱 Local Man With Dementia Missing + CPPD Life Saving Award

Happy Tuesday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know to get this day started. Here's everything worth knowing today in town.

First, today's weather:

Times of clouds and sun. High: 77 Low: 67.

Here are the top three stories in Cedar Park-Leander today:

1. Yesterday, the Cedar Park Police Department announced it is searching for a missing man with dementia. James Larkin left his home Monday morning and, as of Monday afternoon, his family has been unable to contact him. Police said Larkin may be confused or disoriented due to his dementia. Anyone who sees Larkin or knows where he is should call 911. (KXAN)
2. Yesterday, the Cedar Park Police Department presented a "Life Saving Award" to Williamson County Deputy Decker. Deputy Decker made a quick decision and utilized a tourniquet in an effort to save a person's life. (Williamson County Sheriff's Office)
3. Looking for work in the Cedar Park-Leander area? Patch and ZipRecruiter compile a list of local job opportunities each week. View the link for this week's job opportunities. (Cedar Park-Leander Patch)

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Today in Cedar Park-Leander:

• Ms. Susan's Storytime At Leander Public Library (10:45 AM)
• Cedar Park Chamber Candidate's Forum At Cedar Park Recreation Center (6:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Congratulations Andrew Tan! Andrew was named LISD Student-Athlete of the Week! The Vandegrift High School senior is the captain of the golf team and has a great work ethic, leadership skills, and charisma. (Twitter)
• Leander ISD is hiring a Special Education Teacher, Early Childhood (ELE) for the 2022-2023 school year! View the link for more information. (Twitter)
• Los Ángeles Azules will be at the H-E-B Center in Cedar Park on Oct. 13, 2022 for the De Iztapalapa Para El Mundo Tour! Tickets go on sale Friday, Apr. 22, 2022. Click the link for more details. (Twitter)

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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today! See you tomorrow for your next update.

— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!