🌱 Train Doctor Prescribes Life Perspective + Express Game Themes

Good morning, neighbors! Elaine here with your Wednesday edition of the Round Rock Patch newsletter. Keep reading to find all the local news you need to know, including:

• The "Train Doctor" has a personal prescription to spark joy.
• Round Rock Express' themes for home games
• Visit Round Rock Police for open positions.

But first, today's weather:

Rain and a thunderstorm. High: 57 Low: 41.

Ahhh...I'm enjoying this rain, even if it's not typical winter weather! What about you?

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Here are the top stories in Round Rock today:

1. Round Rock's very own John Urban gives everyone a simple, yet big perspective on life: Pursue curiosity at any age. Urban, a retired minister, is also well known as the "Train Doctor" and works at King's Hobby restoring model trains. What once was just a hobby has become a life theme for Urban, and he hopes that as people grow old, that they don't lose their "childlike excitement." Check out this endearing video of Urban on Texas Monthly.
2. Round Rock Express released its 2023 promotional schedule for seven upcoming home games. Tuesday will feature $2 taco specials, $1 hot dogs on Wednesdays, discounted domestic beers on "Thirsty Thursdays," fireworks after each Friday home game, contests and giveaways on Saturdays, and Kids Day on Sundays. Other one-time themed game nights will include: Education Day, Pints & Pups, Military Appreciation and Wizarding Night. Lots more to check out on MiLB!
3. A line crew from Alabama assisted the Oncor team to restore power on Lime Rock Drive on Feb. 6 to residents who were without power since Wednesday of last week. Oncor reports that most of Williamson's power is back on. (John Krinjack FOX 7 Twitter)

4. Are you looking for a career in law enforcement? Round Rock Police is hiring cadets and lateral officers! Lateral officer applications are due Feb. 10, while cadet applications are due by March 10. Cadets are paid an hourly rate with a jump to higher annual salary pay upon graduation to become an officer. Check with City of Round Rock about prerequisites needed to apply for these positions.

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Today in Round Rock:

• Breast Ultrasound Screening by Her Scan at 116 E. Main St. (9 a.m.)
• Title 101 Class at Doma Title (9 a.m.)
• Breakup Prevention Masterclass *Virtual* (1 p.m.)
• Skills Development Fund Grant Award Ceremony for RS3 at Home Run Dugout (2 p.m.)
• Career Night at Keller Williams Realty (6 p.m.)
• Community Conversations at Meridian World School (6:30 p.m.)
• Rocking Comedy Show at Rockey's Piano Bar (8 p.m.)

From my notebook:

• Finalist for Citizen of the Year: "The Round Rock ISD Partners in Education Foundation is excited to share that our Executive Director, Marianne Reap has been selected as a finalist for Citizen of the Year for the Round Rock Chamber's 55th Annual Business Awards." (Round Rock ISD Partners In Education Foundation Facebook)
• Forest North Elementary students are back in their own classrooms today! "Power has been restored and Forest North Elementary School is able to safely reopen on today, Feb. 8. All classes and campus operations will take place as scheduled. Thank you for your patience and flexibility." (Round Rock ISD Facebook)
• Round Rock Public Library offers students help with writing skills: "From college application essays to the SAT, school reports, and even creative writing, get free feedback on any type of writing. You can connect with a live tutor for immediate help or use the writing lab for thorough feedback." (Round Rock Public Library Facebook)
• Ways to share love during Valentine season: "There's something so special about receiving a handwritten letter from a loved one in the mail! 💌 Students are welcome to stop by Avery 2nd floor lobby tomorrow (2/8) to de-stress & use our art supplies to write a letter to a loved one." (Texas State University Round Rock Campus Facebook)

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Events:

• Crossing Over With Psychic Medium John Edward (Live)! (February 11)
• Valentine's Day Georgetown (February 14)
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Thanks for following along and staying informed. I'll catch up with you bright and early tomorrow with another update!

— Elaine Thompson

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