🌱 Human Skeletal Remains Found At SH 45 And MoPac + Nov. 8 Elections

Hello neighbors! I'm back with your fresh copy of the Round Rock Daily. Here are all the most important things to know about what's happening in the community today. In today's briefing, you'll find these stories and more...

• Human skeletal remains found near SH 45 and MoPac in Round Rock
• Information on when and where to vote for the upcoming Nov. 8 elections
• Stony Point High floral designers' 15 ft. mum
• Recent burglaries of motor vehicles at local Round Rock hotel parking lots

But first, today's weather:

Sunny, warm and less humid. High: 92 Low: 59. Don't worry ya'll, fingers crossed that next week's cold front pushes through!

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Here are the top stories in Round Rock today:

1. According to the WilCo Sheriff's Office, skeletal human remains were found in a field near SH 45 and MoPac in Round Rock on Oct. 11. Reports say that the skeletal remains were found by someone working in the field, and later transported to the Travis County Medical Examiner's Office. Law enforcement is currently working on being able to positively identify the remains of the deceased individual. (KEYE TV)
2. The Nov. 8 election in Round Rock is coming up and here is more information on when you can vote: Oct. 24 is the first day of early voting, Oct. 28 is the last day to apply for ballot by mail (must be received by Oct. 24), Nov. 4 is the last day of early voting, and Nov. 8 is election day. You must be a resident of Williamson County to vote at any polling location within the county. Polls will be open Oct. 24-Nov. 4 for early voting 7 a.m.-7 p.m. On Oct. 30, polling locations will be open noon-6 p.m. (Community Impact Newspaper)
3. "Everything is bigger in Texas" is a common saying in our state, and students of Stony Point High School's floral design program really represented that motto this week! Their 15-foot-tall mum had to be trimmed a bit to hang safely from a second-floor balcony, but the students were still very proud of their hard and creative work in putting this beauty together. "Stony Point's floral design program says that they are hoping to make an even bigger mum, next year!" (Austin News Place)
4. Round Rock Police Department says that they are currently investigating several burglaries of motor vehicles that have taken place overnight in hotel parking lots near SH-45 and AW Grimes Blvd. While RRPD continues to patrol those areas, no suspects have been identified. RRPD recommends parking in well-lit areas that are close to surveillance cameras, to lessen chances of becoming a victim of this type of crime. (Round Rock Police Department)

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Today in Round Rock:

• Breast Ultrasound Screening Coming Direct to You! at 116 E. Main Street Round Rock (9 a.m.)
• Lunchtime Series: Music on Main at Downtown Round Rock (11:30 a.m.)
• Biz.ability: BYO Book for Young Professionals at Round Rock Public Library (11:30 a.m.)
• Colin Boutwell *Free admission* at Aloft Austin Round Rock (5 p.m.)
• Round Rock Bitcoiners Meetup #5 at Lamppost Coffee (6 p.m.)
• City Council Meeting at City Council Chambers (6 p.m.)
• Genius Hour: Affordable Health Coverage at Round Rock Public Library (6 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Diwali is a holiday known as the "festival of lights" for Hindus, Sikhs, and Jains, and takes place from Oct. 23-Oct. 27. You can celebrate Diwali right here in Round Rock at Centennial Plaza on Saturday, Oct. 22 from 3 p.m.-10 p.m. There will be art, diya lighting ceremony, dancing, and vendors to explore. The event is free, but it is recommended to pre-register here. (Eater Austin)
• Construction of The Depot Townhomes development in Downtown Round Rock has officially begun! Phase 1 consists of 23 units, with estimated completion in early 2023. In total there will be 80 townhomes with floor plans to include two to four bedroom units. (Round Rock Facebook)
• 💜RRPD recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Their Victim Services Unit helps survivors navigate trauma. Throughout this month, they are highlighting a few services the Victim Advocates provide. To learn what other resources are available to domestic violence victims, please check out the victim assistance page. (RRPD Instagram)
• The Texas Parks and Wildlife Pollinator Bioblitz is here! 🐝🐞🦋 The beautiful monarch butterflies are predicted to pass through Central Texas. I've seen a few monarch butterflies in my flower garden today—have you seen any yet? If you want to be a part of, or follow along the Pollinator Bioblitz, search the hashtag #TxPollinators on Instagram or Facebook. (Round Rock Public Library Facebook)

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• Cedar Park Market Days (October 15)
• Taxes in Retirement Seminar (October 18)
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Alrighty, you're all caught up for today. I'll see you around!

— Elaine Thompson

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