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Thursday, April 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Round Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ House lawmakers tabled an amendment that would have placed a school voucher vote on the November ballot—Rep. Talarico said the measure came amid claims of pressure from Governor Abbott. Lawmakers are split over whether the change would give families more choices or take money from public schools. CBS Austin
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State and local agencies in central Texas are launching campaigns to reduce work zone traffic deaths. TxDOT is promoting the Be Safe, Drive Smart campaign while Kyle Police are starting Campaign 70 to encourage safe driving on the I-35 corridor—an area hit by 215 work zone fatalities statewide last year. CBS Austin
SPORTS NEWS
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WNO 27: Duarte vs Rodriguez
7-11 p.m. — Convention Center by Kalahari Resorts — All sales final — Experience an epic night of jiu-jitsu with thrilling matches and a passionate crowd.
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Earth Day Run GREEN 5K/10K/13.1
7:30-11:30 a.m. — Brushy Creek Lake Park — Registration fees apply — Celebrate Earth Day by running for the planet and supporting environmental conservation efforts.
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Trivia Night on the Patio
7-9 p.m. — PINSTACK Austin Tech Ridge — Free to play — Eat, drink, and showcase your trivia knowledge in a fun-themed competition with prizes.
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Free LEGO Fun Event
1-3 p.m. — ESTEAM Academy — Free entry — Dive into a world of creativity with LEGO masks, movies, spin art, and Battle bots for all ages.
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Las Vegas Aviators vs. Round Rock Express
6:59 p.m. — Dell Diamond — Tickets available — Experience an exciting baseball showdown in Round Rock.
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Hometown Lunchtime Parklet Shows: Keelan Donovan
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Downtown Round Rock — Free entry — Experience live music in a charming parklet setting with Keelan Donovan performing.
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Round Rock Startup Day
1-7 p.m. — Texas State University - Round Rock — Register now — Celebrate innovation and entrepreneurship at this vibrant community event.
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Chuckwagon Dinner
6-8 p.m. — Old Settlers Association of Williamson County — $15-$30 — Saddle up for a cowboy dinner and fun with live music and storytelling.
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Round Rock Market Days
9 a.m.-4 p.m. — Sharon Prete Main Street Plaza — Free admission — Shop unique and handmade goods from local vendors at this monthly market.
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Kalahari Food & (Not Just) Wine Festival
12-4 p.m. — Kalahari Resorts & Conventions — Cost varies — Indulge in an afternoon of exquisite food and drinks with live entertainment in an island-inspired setting.
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