🌱 'That Takes The Cake!' Competition + National Preservation Month

Good morning, everyone! Elaine Thompson here with your Wednesday edition of the Round Rock Patch newsletter, filled with all the things you need to know about locally. Today's briefing includes:

• Desserts in competition
• Reflections on last year's EF-2 tornado
• May is National Preservation Month.

But first, today's weather:

Warmer; a morning shower. High: 81 Low: 68.

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Here are the top stories in Round Rock today:

1. A three-day weekend of “That Takes the Cake!” is coming to Round Rock starting March 31. In the sugar arts show and cake contest, competitors vie for medals and cash prizes, while "attendees can learn how to decorate cartoon-themed cakes, cookies, or learn how to craft sugar flowers." The event is organized by Austin nonprofit Capital Confectioners. Visit CultureMap Austin for more information.
2. Round Rock Mayor Craig Morgan looked back on the EF-2 tornado that hit the city last year. He noted that though peoples' homes and property were damaged, lives weren't lost, which is an amazing thing. Resident Richard Parson said "I have PTSD: Post-Tornado Stress Disorder - I heard some loud noises, and it probably was a train or a plane, but it triggered me." Some homes are still awaiting repairs. KVUE has more details.
3. National Preservation Month is coming in May, when "local preservation and civic organizations spotlight their preservation programs and heritage tourism." The theme will be "People Saving Places." Some events to plan for: "National Historic Marker Day, Pioneer Days at Old Settlers Park, Lunch and Learn: The Walsh Family and the Round Rock White Lime Co. More info at City of Round Rock.

Today in Round Rock:

• Make MORE, Work LESS! at ActionCOACH (9 AM)
• Round Rock Job Fair at Round Rock ISD Human Resources (11 AM)
• HDM University | Websites for Service Businesses: Going Beyond the Brochure Site at Texas State University (11:30 AM)
• Welcome To Happily Ever After :Alternative Retirement Strategies at Championship Title (5 PM)
• The Birds, The Bees & Beyond at WilCo Children's Advocacy Center (6 PM)
• Music on Main - Spring 2023 Concerts at Main Street Plaza (7 PM)

From my notebook:

• Join in on the fun for Easter! "🐰BUNNY HOP TO IT! JUST A COUPLE SPOTS LEFT for the Special Needs Easter Egg Hunt at Play for All Park SATURDAY, APRIL 1, 2023, AT 10 – 11 AM. There are a few spots left for the Egg Hunt (Ages 0-5) - Treehouse Pod, and the Egg Hunt." (Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department via Facebook)
• A career in law enforcement can begin here! "Applications due 3/23 for this civilian position. For more info: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/roundrock/jobs/3951342-0/public-safety-communications-officer" (Round Rock Police Department via Facebook)
• An event for young people with disabilities! "💃 🕺Join us for fun, themed dances for individual with disabilities. Come dance the night away with dress up contests, dance contests, socialize with friends, enjoy snacks, and make fun memories!" (Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department via Facebook)

You're officially in the loop for today. See you all tomorrow morning for another update!

— Elaine Thompson

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