🌱 Unplug And Explore At Mt. Bonnell + Groundbreaking Of DPS Memorial

Welcome back, North Austin-Pflugerville! Let's get you started this Friday with everything you need to know going on today in town.

First, today's weather:

A t-storm around in the p.m. High: 84 Low: 68.

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

1. This weekend is Easter and to celebrate, there are several events taking place in Pflugerville and surrounding areas. In Pflugerville, the "Unplug and Explore program" event geared for ages 6-12 will be held on Saturday, April 16 at Mount Bonnell. The event will feature "a picnic atop the mountain and a trip to the Liz Carpenter Splash Pad afterward." It will take place from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. and will cost $5 for Pflugerville residents, and $7.50 for non-residents. For more information contact the Pflugerville Recreation Center at 512-990-6350 or visit www.pflugervilletx.gov/classes. (Community Impact Newspaper)
2. On Thursday, April 14, a "groundbreaking ceremony for the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) Memorial" was held at DPS Headquarters located at 5805 North Lamar Blvd.
   According to Gov. Greg Abbott, "the memorial recognizes the DPS officers and Texas Rangers who 'gave their lives to protect their fellow Texans.'" The memorial is a monument of "an 11-foot-tall DPS trooper paying respects to a tombstone honoring the first fallen peace officer in Texas" that sits on "a 77-foot circle of granite." It is also going to "feature three separate granite and bronze panels depicting the history of the DPS and will be engraved with core values: accountability, excellence, integrity and teamwork." Gov. Abbott said, "This new memorial will serve as an incredible reminder of the service, sacrifice and unmatched courage of our DPS troopers." He added, "To be a law enforcement officer is to answer a higher calling, which is why I am proud to recognize the dedication and bravery of our DPS troopers across the state and throughout history." For more details on this story, please visit: (KVUE.com)
3. On Wednesday, April 13, "Pflugerville Deputy City Administrator Trey Fletcher was named the new city administrator for West Lake Hills." His "last day with the city will be" Friday, April 22 and he will begin at his new position on Monday, May 2. At the next City Council meeting scheduled for Friday, April 22, city officials will discuss filling his replacement. For more details on Fletcher and his past city work experience visit: (Community Impact Newspaper)

Today in North Austin-Pflugerville:

• Dimestore Lament Live on the Patio at Three-Legged Goat | Texas Wine Bar. (6 p.m.)
• After-Hours Family Movie Night: "Luca" (In-Person) at Pflugerville Public Library. (7 p.m.)
• Student Holiday at various schools in Pflugerville. (All Day)
• "Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore" Showtimes at theaters in Pflugerville and surrounding areas. (All Day)
• Movies in Pflugerville and surrounding areas. (All Day)

From my notebook:

• "Prepare for April showers with the following Flood Safety Tips and Resources: Make a household emergency plan and include pets. Have emergency alerts enabled on your phone and subscribe to emergency weather updates at WarnCentralTexas.org. Refresh your emergency kits in your home and car. Flood insurance takes 30 days to take effect, so if you need the additional protection, purchase it now. Map your evacuation route and follow the instructions of local officials if you're ordered to evacuate. Never drive or walk-through flooded streets; Turn Around, Don’t Drown!" (Facebook)
• "Pegasus Enrollment at Timmerman Elementary School is now open until Wednesday, April 27. The purpose of the Pegasus Program is to provide onsite preschool for children of district staff members while also providing preschoolers with disabilities an opportunity to regularly interact with typically developing peers. Children of district employees serve as positive role models for the students identified with special needs. This research-based model benefits both groups by providing quality preschool instruction in a supportive, inclusive setting. For more information and to apply, please visit https://drive.google.com/.../1RR-n7zjLd.../view and www.pfisd.net/Page/3520." (Facebook)
• "The last day to get your T-shirt at Ruth Barron Elementary is Monday, April 18! Get yours today via online or at the school office. 2022 is the year of the 10th anniversary of RBES! Get your T-shirt and help us celebrate!" (Facebook)
• "Student Holidays at Wieland Elementary PfISD are Friday, April 15 and Monday, April 18. We’ll be back for breakfast and learning at 7:20 on Tuesday morning! Please check with your school regarding holiday closures." (Facebook)

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— Gabriela Couvillion

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