🌱 College Baseball Is Coming Back + Hands-On Law Enforcement Academy

Hey, everybody! It's Friday in Round Rock and I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening in town, including news about:

• Annual elite-level collegiate baseball will be in town in February!
• Special hands-on program for Round Rock residents interested in law enforcement
• Reasons why our city ranks as a great place for remote workers

But first, today's weather:

Rather cloudy. High: 78 Low: 66.

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Here are the top stories today in Round Rock:

1. Good news for baseball fans: Dell Diamond welcomes back college baseball for the 4th Karbach Round Rock Classic, Feb. 24-26 next year. "The 2023 lineup includes the LSU Tigers, Iowa Hawkeyes, Kansas State Wildcats, and the Sam Houston Bearkats. The tournament will consist of each team facing one another in a round-robin format, with two games played each day." (City of Round Rock)
2. Passionate about law enforcement? "Round Rock Police are accepting applications for Citizens Police Academy." This program helps citizens understand better the everyday protocols of law enforcement through various scenarios. You must be a resident of Round Rock to apply. Visit the City of Round Rock for more information.
3. Round Rock ranks No. 11 out of 50 top U.S. cities for workers who have remote jobs. If you didn't already know, our city ranks best for: "Access to internet connection, number of high-end units, and number of apartments with access to sports amenities." To see what other Texas cities made it to the top of the list, head over to CultureMap Austin.

Today in Round Rock:

• Round Rock Women's Networking at Mas Fajitas (11 a.m.)
• Swedish Christmas Julbord Buffet at IKEA (5:30 p.m.)
• Hometown Holidays at Downtown Round Rock (6 p.m.)
• Adaptive & Inclusive Winter Wonderland at Rabb House (6 p.m.)
• Christmas Carol Classic Radiocast at Penfold Theatre (7:30 p.m.)
• The Man Who Came to Dinner at Sam Bass Theatre (7:30 p.m.)
• DJ Gabe at American Legion George Johns Post 447 (8 p.m.)
• Nova at Besos Cocina & Cantina (8 p.m.)
• The Rhythm Dawgs Rock at Roadhouse Bar (8 p.m.)
• Kristen Gibbs at The Alcove Cantina (8:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Baseball extends an incredibly loving network of supporters that are as strong as family bonds. A young Austin boy is currently on life support after a tragic car accident and the Round Rock Express showed their support to the Calley family. (KXAN)
• Morning traffic collision: "All southbound lanes of IH-35 between Ikea and E. Old Settler's Blvd. are currently closed due to a multi-car collision. Officers are working to clear the roadway." There's lots of action on the roads during the holidays, folks ! Drive safely out there y'all! (Round Rock Police Department Facebook)
• Round Rock ISD is offering adult enrichment classes. "Come and cook with us. Enjoy creative cooking classes for adults 18 years and older. Beginning and experienced cooks can choose between 16 different 90-minute culinary courses. The Adult Culinary Academy classes are hands-on cooking experiences." Classes begin Jan. 9, so don't forget to book ahead of time! (Round Rock ISD Facebook)

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You're officially in the loop for today! I'll see you around.

— Elaine Thompson

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