🌱 Greg Abbott Calls Out Atmos Energy + New Year's Eve Events In Town

Good morning, Round Rock! I'm here in your inbox per usual to tell you about the most important things to know around town. In today's issue, you'll find:

• Christmas Eve natural gas failure points to possible investigation of Atmos Energy.
• Silver Alert put out Wednesday morning was cancelled by authorities.
• Wholesome activities to partake in on New Year's Eve

But first, today's weather:

Cloudy with a passing shower. High: 70 Low: 52.

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Here are the top stories today in Round Rock:

1. Governor Greg Abbott is requesting investigations into Atmos Energy, and the Railroad Commission of Texas is complying, after Dec. 24's natural gas debacle that left residents in Round Rock, Leander and Cedar Park without heat and other home necessities due to lack of gas pressure. "At no time did Atmos Energy request assistance. Even during coordination calls of the Texas Energy Reliability Council, Atmos Energy did not properly communicate the extent of its failure or request the Council’s help," Abbott states in a letter to the attorney general. More information on this story at KEYE TV CBS Austin.
2. Terrance Allen Nuckolls, who was reported missing early Wednesday morning, was found safe. Because the 70-year-old Nuckolls was "diagnosed with a cognitive impairment ... law enforcement officials believed his disappearance posed a credible threat to his health and safety."(KVUE.com)
3. Have any plans for New Year's Eve? Here are a couple of family-friendly things to do in town if you're up for it: Kalahari Resorts & Conventions is hosting a glow party with a prime rib and oyster menu, beverages, and a countdown balloon drop at midnight. Monster Mini Golf is running a themed black-light course with a countdown every hour, on the hour. Check with each event for fees associated. (Community Impact Newspaper)

Today in Round Rock:

• Band of Brothers: Breakfast & Bible Study at Round Rock Presbyterian Church (6:30 a.m.)
• Winter Break LEGO® Battle Bots Camp at ESTEAM Academy (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.)
• It's a Scavenger Hunt! *Virtual* (10 a.m. - 8 p.m.)
• Portball Public Demonstration at 2400 Chisholm Trail Road (Noon)
• Cheez-It Bowl Smokey Creek Cajun Watch Party at Smokey Creek Cajun Bar & Grill (4:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Don't fret over return dates for books while the library is closed! "😱 Worried about overdue books during the closure? 😅 👍 We have adjusted the due dates so nothing is due while we are closed. You can return items by bringing them to the current building at 216 E. Main St. and putting them in the return slots." (Round Rock Public Library via Facebook)
• Round Rock Police Department's Academy Raving Reviews: "⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️The reviews are in! RRPD Citizens Police Academy is a hit. If you are a graduate, tell us your experience in the comments and tag a friend you think should consider it. To sign up for the Spring Class, visit RoundRockTexas.gov/cpa" (Round Rock Police Department via Facebook)
• Design your own board game with CHASCO Family YMCA: "Calling all gamers, Scrabble gurus, and masters of Monopoly!! Students will dive deep into the how and why of board game design through discussions, analysis, creating, and of course, play-testing. Throughout the week, Students play games and work together to design a complete Board Game!" (CHASCO Family YMCA via Facebook)
• Another amazing nonprofit to donate to before the year is over: "It’s not too late to donate to our end-of-the-year campaign. There are still three days left! Donate today: classy.org/give/442970/#!/donation" (Hope Alliance via Facebook)

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

— Elaine Thompson

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