🌱 Round Rock Express National Anthem Auditions + Valentine's Day Fun

Happy Love-Day, Round Rock! Whether you're a Valentine's Day fan or not, our Round Rock Patch newsletter is here for your reading delight. Here's a quick guide to everything you need to know that's happening these days in town, including news on...

• A chance to audition to sing the national anthem at a Round Rock Express game.
• A local attraction gets notable awards for being all-around awesome.
• New suspect in Austin murder case may frequent Round Rock.

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Turning sunny; breezy, mild. High: 75 Low: 49.

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Here are the top stories in Round Rock today:

1. Calling all musical performers and singers to the plate! Round Rock Express baseball is looking for talented individuals, or groups of 10 or fewer people, to sing the national anthem at this year's home games. For those interested in auditioning, time is of the essence, only about 50 spots are available. In-person auditions will be on Feb. 21 from 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Check out all of the details at KVUE.
2. Did you know that our very own Rock'n River was named the "2022 Water Park of the Year"? The Texas Public Pool Council awarded the waterpark for its impact on the youth and families of Round Rock. This attraction "served over 109,000 guests in 2022" and gave guests a high value for the affordable entry fees. Other notable awards: "1st place win for Round Rock’s Lifeguards at the CTAA Regional competition and a 2nd place win at the Texas State Lifeguard Competition in 2022." (City of Round Rock)
3. Detectives with Austin police are seeking the public's help in identifying a suspect involved in a murder case. Police believe that this fourth person involved in the murder of 18-year-old Andrew Clayton Johnson, has connections to suspect 18-year-old Zavien Nathaniel Castilleja, and likely frequents the Round Rock area.
   (KVUE)

Today in Round Rock:

• Flowers For Our Hauties at HAUTE Boutique (10 a.m.)
• Home Inspections with Super Inspectors ($20) at Stewart Title Round Rock (10:45 a.m.)
• Day Date (Ages 10+) $42-$51 Valentine Magical Love Set at Painting with a Twist (11 a.m.)
• Caregiver Support Group at Grace Lutheran Church (Noon)
• IN-PERSON Tuesday Yoga for Cancer Patients and Survivors at CHASO YMCA (1 p.m.)
• Monstrous Valentine's Day at Monster Mini Golf (2 p.m.)
• Round Rock JV Softball at Round Rock High School (5 p.m.)
• Valentine's Night Out at 3406 Social (5 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• A little health tip from Williamson County! "Good nutrition is about consistently choosing healthy foods. That includes limiting certain ingredients such as sodium including salt already in processed foods 🧂. High sodium consumption can raise blood pressure." (Williamson County and Cities Health District Facebook)
• Looking for new employment? "Many local employers in Round Rock are looking to fill openings on their staff. Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, we've got you covered." Visit Round Rock Patch for the scoop!
• Learn a little bit about C.D. Fulkes Middle School: "C.D. Fulkes Middle School has reached a Level 3 certification in Marzano High Reliability Schools. Level 3 certification means C.D. Fulkes Middle School has created a 'Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum,' which requires schools to create a single curriculum that is taught by all teachers." (Round Rock ISD)
• More Valentine holiday things to do! In case you didn't find anything you wanted to do in the Today section, check out other Valentine-themed events at All Events In.

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That's it for today! See you all tomorrow for your next update.

— Elaine Thompson

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