Good morning, Round Rock.

A car fire on I-35 Northbound at Mile Marker 274 closed all lanes at Ronald Reagan Boulevard and caused heavy traffic around County Road 311 Tuesday morning—first responders urged drivers in Williamson County to plan alternate routes.

Repair work started last Sunday on the State Highway 29 overpass after an 18-wheeler struck the bridge last week, causing lane closures and a multi-vehicle crash.

TxDOT said repairs, which include replacing damaged beams, will take four to five weeks before eastbound lanes reopen — work is using existing contracts to fix the structure.

State Rep. James Talarico announced Tuesday he is running for the U.S. Senate and held a rally at Centennial Plaza in Round Rock at 6:30 p.m.—he said his campaign would challenge the influence of wealthy donors.

Kamari (14) battled serious illnesses and got her wish to celebrate her birthday at Disney World this summer, thanks to Make-A-Wish Central and South Texas.

She now starts ninth grade with dreams for a career in health sciences (inspired by her strength).

Dell Diamond T&C Night Fundraiser

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Dell Diamond — Discounted tickets available — Enjoy a night of baseball with the Round Rock Express featuring Friday Fireworks.

55th Annual Fiesta Amistad

12-11:30 p.m. — Sharon Prete Main Street Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with music, food, and family-friendly activities.

Texas Roofing Conference 2025

09:00 AM-06:00 PM — Convention Center by Kalahari Resorts — Check Official Website — Explore innovative roofing products and grow your business at this comprehensive expo.

Texas Tailgaters vs. Party Animals

7-10 p.m. — Dell Diamond — $274+ — Experience an exciting baseball matchup at Dell Diamond featuring local teams.

Building Your Dream Home in Central Texas

6-9 p.m. — Backporch Social — Free entry — Explore expert insights on building your dream home while networking with builders and agents.

Adaptive and Inclusive Family Jamboree

9 AM – 12 PM — Play for All Abilities Park — Free entry — A fun-filled day for families with disabilities featuring crafts, games, and local resource information.

Round Rock Arts Festival and Oktoberfest

4-9 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Experience a vibrant mix of arts, performances, and culinary delights at this family-friendly celebration.

Oktoberfest Fun Run

7:30-10:30 a.m. — Richard Moya Park — Registration fee applies — Celebrate Oktoberfest with a spirited run in your favorite Bavarian attire.

Round Rock Arts Fest 2025

10 AM – 3 PM — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate various art forms with interactive experiences, performances, and food trucks at this family-friendly festival.