🌱 Safe Exchange Zone + Man Dies In Domestic Disturbance Incident

Good morning, Round Rock! I'm here in your inbox today to get you caught up on some things that happened over the weekend. Today's briefing includes news about:

• Three involved in domestic disturbance incident, one dies after getting shot
• Learn more about the "Round Rock Police Department's Safe Exchange Zone"
• Traditional and unusual eats at Kalahari Resorts Food and Wine Festival

But first, today's weather:

Cold with rain and drizzle. High: 43 Low: 37.

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Here are the top stories today in Round Rock:

1. At approximately 12:15 a.m. on Sunday, police were called to a domestic disturbance involving a woman, one-year-old infant, and a 65-year-old man on the block of Bradford Drive. The woman and infant were able to exit the home safely after the call to police was made however, the 65-year-old man was shot and later died on the scene. This incident involves an officer shooting and is currently under investigation. To learn more about this incident, visit KXAN.
2. It's a very busy time to buy, sell, and exchange items during the holiday season. Round Rock Police Department has two safe parking lot sites on their campus that are out in the open, well-lit, and under surveillance 24/7 for a more safe environment for online sellers. Check out KXAN for more information.
3. Kalahari Resorts hosted their first Food and Wine Festival on Sunday. From a self-serving roasted s'mores station to a cooked alligator, the festival did not disappoint its guests as they were able to enjoy a myriad of culinary bites, cozily indoors while a cold drizzle lasted throughout the day. Stop by Austin American Statesman to check out photos of the event.

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Today in Round Rock:

• Thanksgiving Camp at Round Rock's BEST After School and Summer Camp (5 a.m.)
• Gymnastics Super Camp ages 4-11 ($42) at Cap Gym (8 a.m.)
• Thankful Craft Camp at First United Methodist Church (9 a.m.)
• *Family Day* Cherry Blossoms ($29) at Painting With a Twist (4:30 p.m.)
• Standup Comedy at Bar Louie (8:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Following Hays County student deaths involved with the use of the drug Fentanyl, Round Rock ISD is primarily focused on the approach of outreach, by having prevention specialists offer information and services to students and staff regarding Fentanyl and its dangers. Read more on this issue on KVUE.
• PSA to pet owners! Charlyne's Pound Puppies has noticed an increase in canine flu cases recently. "It’s highly contagious. Terrible timing with so many traveling and boarding their pets over the Holidays. Probably best to avoid dog parks and public places where there's higher risk of exposure." (Charlyne's Pound Puppies Facebook)
• Looking for an event to let the kids check out Christmas lights? Rock’N Lights Holiday Light Tour is back, "with over 2 million lights, the 1.5-mile path is the must-see event of the season. The show features all new displays each year."

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• Online zoom meeting with experts in assisted living facilities (November 30)
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Now you're in the loop and ready to start this Monday! I'll see you soon.

— Elaine Thompson

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