🌱 Silver Alert Woman Returns Safely + Former Pastor Arrested By FBI

Good morning, Round Rock! I'm here in your inbox to get you caught up on everything you need to know about what's going on around town, including updates on...

• An arrest made of Round Rock pastor on child pornography charges
• School safety taking another step forward with panic buttons
• Thursday's Silver Alert of an elderly woman resolved by Friday

But first, today's weather:

Hooray for this appropriate, seasonal weather! Times of clouds and sun. High: 58 Low: 44.

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Here are the top stories today in Round Rock:

1. "The FBI arrested David Lloyd Walther, 56, and charged him with distribution, receipt, transportation and possession of child pornography. " Walther was formerly the pastor of Faith Baptist Church in Round Rock. This case is currently under investigation. (Spectrum News)
2. Since the mass shooting of Uvalde students and staff occurred five months ago, the "Texas Education Agency (TEA) is looking at proposals that could require schools to install silent panic alarms and automatic locks on exterior doors." If this is approved, measures can be taken in 2023. To read former Round Rock ISD police chief, Jeffrey Yarborough's supporting comments, check out KRCR.
3. A Silver Alert was issued for a missing elderly woman who has "cognitive impairment", Thursday night. Thankfully by Friday morning, Round Rock Police Department reported that the "75-year-old was found safe at her apartment complex at 7:30 a.m. Friday." (KXAN)

Today in Round Rock:

• National Honor Guard Academy at Round Rock Police Department (Noon)
• Members Thanksgiving at The American Legion, George Johns Post 447 (2 p.m.)
• Duo NorteSur at St. Richard's Episcopal Church (5 p.m.)
• Pub Songs Sing Along at The Preserve At Dyer Creek (9 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• For Round Rock residents who are interested in delivery of shelf stable foods delivered free of charge, contact the Round Rock Area Serving Center at 512-244-2431. The Central Texas Food Bank and Round Rock Serving Center have partnered up to provide this contactless service to those who qualify. (Round Rock Area Serving Center Facebook)
• If you were unable to attend any of the Veterans Day events at Old Settlers Park, FOX 7 Austin has shared a video that showcases what this honorable day is all about. Check out the Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department Facebook page to view the video.
• How did everyone fair with our first freeze of the season? Sam Bass Fire Department is reminding residents, "to check on those Pipes🚰 Pets 🐕🐈 Plants 🪴 People 🥶 Make sure to change your air filter before turning on your heater. Give space heaters some space!" (Sam Bass Fire Department Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Sunday. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Elaine Thompson

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