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Thursday, July 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Round Rock. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of July.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Round Rock has shared draft documents for its most comprehensive downtown zoning update in over a decade—designed to support growth while preserving historic charm. Community members can review the draft and share feedback during scheduled office hours from July 22 to 31, with a public hearing set for later this summer. City of Round Rock
- ➤ Travis County residents affected by the July storms and flooding can apply in person for FEMA assistance at Round Rock Baptist Church in Leander from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. from July 16 through July 23, with representatives not available on Sunday, July 20. CBS Austin
- ➤ Gov. Abbott announced on Wednesday that 26 counties hit by recent floods are eligible for SNAP hot foods — allowing SNAP recipients to use their Lone Star Cards for hot meals like rotisserie chicken until Aug. 14. Federal approval covers the added counties to help families amid ongoing recovery efforts. CBS Austin
- ➤ Round Rock UniverCity, an 11 week program that shows how the City works, will begin Aug. 18. The program meets each Monday from 5:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. at various city locations — dinner is provided and participants will earn a certificate along with a mayor photo at a council meeting. City of Round Rock
- ➤ On July 10, Round Rock City Council approved its 2025—2026 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan to spend $672,184 from HUD on essential home repairs, sidewalk improvements, and funding local nonprofits such as the Round Rock Area Serving Center, CASA, and Meals on Wheels. The plan designates $436,921 to help low to moderate income homeowners through the Home Repair and Neighborhood Services Program and will be supplemented by $250,000 from the city’s general fund to support critical services for vulnerable residents. City of Round Rock
SPORTS NEWS
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Vintage Market Days — Jaclyn Blackerby Art
10 AM - 7 PM — Convention Center by Kalahari Resorts — Entry fees may apply — Explore a vintage-themed shopping experience with handmade vendors and live music.
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Popsicle Dash Austin
7:30-10 a.m. — Dell Diamond — Entry fee applies — The coolest event of the summer featuring a sweet treat run.
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Volts vs. Bandits
6-7:30 p.m. — Dell Diamond — Tickets from $45 — Watch an exciting match between the Volts and Bandits in Round Rock.
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Texas Luau at Yonders Point
7:30-10 p.m. — Yonders Point — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening of Texas Luau fun with family-friendly activities and live music.
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Home Run Derby X
7-10 p.m. — Dell Diamond — Tickets required — Experience the thrill of a unique 3-on-3 baseball format that celebrates power hitting and athletic catching.
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Camp Flix: Transformers One
11 AM - 1 PM — Flix Brewhouse Round Rock — $5 movie tickets — Beat the summer heat with themed activities and a low-key family-friendly movie experience.
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Round Rock Express vs. El Paso Chihuahuas
7:15-8:45 p.m. — Dell Diamond — Tickets required — Enjoy a thrilling baseball matchup between the Round Rock Express and the El Paso Chihuahuas.
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El Paso Chihuahuas vs. Round Rock Express
7:15-8:45 p.m. — Dell Diamond — Ticket prices vary — Catch the excitement as the El Paso Chihuahuas take on the Round Rock Express in a thrilling baseball matchup.
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Trailside Market
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Memorial Park — Free entry — Discover local produce and handmade crafts in a vibrant outdoor marketplace.
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Round Rock Express Game
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Dell Diamond — Ticket prices vary — Cheer on the local baseball team at this exciting home game.
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