🌱 Fun Things To Do This Weekend + APD Needs Your Help + May 7 Races

Good morning, people of North Austin-Pflugerville! Gabriela Couvillion here with today's issue of the North Austin-Pflugerville Daily.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sun. High: 75 Low: 45.

Here are the top stories today in North Austin-Pflugerville:

1. The weekend is getting closer and if you're looking for fun things to do then, there are lots of things to do in Pflugerville and surrounding areas. Activities include a crawfish festival, a tour at the local fire station, live music and an outdoor market! For details on those events, please visit: (Community Impact Newspaper)
2. The Austin Police Department (APD) is asking for help in finding 27-year-old Kaili Masters, who disappeared on Saturday, March 26, in the 7800 block of North Lamar Boulevard. According to police, they are concerned for her well-being, as she suffers from medical conditions. For more details please visit: (KEYE TV CBS Austin)
3. During the general election of Saturday, May 7, several local races will be held in Pflugerville and Hutto which "include races for the Hutto ISD and Pflugerville ISD boards of trustees as well as Hutto City Council." The voter guide includes "important dates, voter turnout histories for key elections years in Travis and Williamson counties and extensive interviews with each candidate." For more information visit: (Community Impact Newspaper)

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Today in North Austin-Pflugerville:

• Spice of the Month: Herbs de Provence Virtual Event by Pflugerville Public Library. For more details visit: (1 p.m.)
• Kids 5-8 Club: Paper Folding Basket In-Person Event at Pflugerville Public Library. For more details visit: (3:30 p.m.)
• Biz Owner Mixer, Networking and Speaker Series at Spirit of Texas Distillery. For more details visit: (6 p.m.)
• Board Workshop Meeting for Pflugerville ISD. Details at https://www.pfisd.net/Page/845. (6:30 p.m.)
• Adult Hoppy Hour with the Tiny Tails to You Petting Zoo In-Person Event at Pflugerville Public Library. For more details visit: (6:30 p.m.)

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• "If you'd like to look at the beautiful bluebonnets, a neighbor suggests taking a drive towards Brehnam and Navasota, along 105, County Road 309 and 290 East of Brehnam and washington and grimes counties. Enjoy!" (Nextdoor)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Thursday! See you all tomorrow morning for your next update.

— Gabriela Couvillion

About me: I'm an active mom of two grown sons and lifelong San Antonio resident. I received a BA in Spanish from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and in my free time I immerse myself in creative writing. Thanks for reading Patch, and feel free to reach out if you have any news and happenings you think may appeal to our readers!