🌱 Tornado Preparations + New 'PARDcast' + RRISD Job Fair

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First, today's weather:

Sunny and beautiful. High: 76 Low: 47.

Here are the top three stories in Round Rock today:

1. After the tornado on Mar. 21, the chief meteorologist for KOKE FM and senior lecturer at The University of Texas, Troy Kimmel, suggests ways to prepare for another tornado. Kimmel stressed that having a plan is the most important part of tornado safety. The plan should include batteries, nonperishable foods, flashlights, a meet-up spot, and a bicycle helmet to protect your head. Also, the safest place is inside the lowest level of the building or home. (Community Impact Newspaper)
2. The Round Rock Parks and Rec Department launched a new podcast called "PARDcast" that tells residents about upcoming special events, adult and youth sports, parks and trails, aquatics, fitness and wellness, facilities, and recreation programs. Rog and Todd host the monthly podcast and there will be guest speakers as well. (City of Round Rock)
3. The Round Rock Independent School District (RRISD) is hosting a job fair on Saturday, Apr. 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Round Rock High School. RRISD is looking to fill auxiliary positions for the 2022 to 2023 school year. Electricians, custodians, warehouse assistants, bus drivers, and food service workers are needed. (FOX 7 Austin)

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Today in Round Rock:

• Music On Main: Lunchtime Series, At 221 E. Main Street (11:30 AM)
• Board Of Trustees Called Meeting, At Round Rock High School (5:30 PM)

From my notebook:

• Looking for a new home? See a beautiful three-bedroom in Round Rock on Apr. 2! View the link for more information. (Round Rock Patch)
• A Polo Ralph Lauren Children’s Factory Outlet popup shop is open in Round Rock until July! Click on the link for details. (Community Impact Newspaper)
• RRPD is celebrating Sergeant Helen Keesee for her amazing 19-year law enforcement career! See the full story here. (Instagram)

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— Rose Mendez

About me: Rose Mendez is a freelance writer. She is studying English Literature at Hunter College. She loves reading, walking around the city, and coffee!