🌱 "Sculpting The Future" By The Nelson Family + RRHS Homecoming Game

Happy Friday Round Rock neighbors and friends! I'm back in your inbox to get you caught up on the most important things happening locally. Without further ado...Let's get to it!

First, today's weather:

Humid with partial sunshine. High: 92 Low: 73.

Here are the top stories in Round Rock today:

1. The Nelson Family Life Foundation is established by the Nelson Family, owners of Kalahari Resorts and Conventions. The foundation's plan to sell 100 authentic African sculptures in its second year of the "Sculpting the Future" initiative, directly supports artists in Africa and raises money for "The Water Colors Life Project". These authentic sculptures can be viewed and purchased online while they are also displayed locally, at the four Kalahari Resort locations. (PR Newswire)
2. The Round Rock Police Department has had a couple of new technology upgrades approved by the city. A newer 3D-scene rendering technology and an upgrade to the current Flock camera systems which now will include license plate reading. The Mayor of Round Rock, Craig Morgan, says that obtaining and using these new technologies sends a clear message to criminals—"When criminals know you’re tough on crime they’re not going to move into the city." (KXAN)
3. The much anticipated football game of the week features Round Rock v.s. Westwood. Both schools are both 3-0 with Westwood not having a winning season like this since 2012. Round Rock and Westwood High are the city's oldest high schools and we send our best wishes to each team on today's game day! (FOX 7 Austin)

Today in Round Rock:

• Coffee with a Cop at Blend Nutrition & Energy (7 a.m.)
• Virtual Veterans Job Fair (11 a.m.)
• Tea Time at Corner Bakery (2 p.m.)
• Family Campout 2022 at Old Settlers Park (4 p.m.)
• RRHS Varsity Homecoming Football Game v.s. Westwood at Dragon Stadium (7 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Round Rock ISD celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15th - Oct. 15th with learning of the influence of Hispanic Americans to the history, culture, and overall achievements of the United States. Feliz mes nacional de la herencia hispana! (Instagram)
• 🎃 Save the date, ya'll! Round Rock Police Department is hosting their annual 'Trunk or Treat' October 22nd. More information will be provided as the day comes closer. (Facebook)
• Another amazing employment opportunity coming at you from the Sam Bass Fire Department: Hiring full time, part time, and PRN firefighters. Check out their website for details to apply. (Facebook)

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Alrighty, you're all good for today! I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow morning with a new update.

— Elaine Thompson

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