You've heard that caution about never asking a question to which you don't know the answer; it's generally referenced in legal contexts but could be dicey for public services, too. Ever since Michelle, our director, announced that a consulting...

The City of Round Rock's Parks and Recreation Department will hold a FREE "Touch a Truck" event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 3 at Old Settlers Park (corner of Red Bud Lane and TC Oatts Lane) for kids of all ages! Name a child who...

Those Texas Book Festival planners are geniuses. Imagine not only producing a weekend of superb literary presentations but also conjuring up October weather that feels like October? I, however, am not brilliant and consequently found myself at TBF with...

The Round Rock Parks and Recreation Fall Fun Festival 2012 will take place from 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 31 at the Lakeview Pavilion festival area at Old Settlers Park . This event is sponsored by Randalls Market and Spirit 105.9 Radio.This year's...

Statistics can really class up a blog, but let's avoid those undecided voter polls (too changeable). This data is rock solid: 1 television, 3 people, 2 dogs,1 crockpot full of barbecued brisket--our household's inventory for an evening of Presidential...

Technology focus group scheduled for Thursday, November 1st at 6pm at Gattiland (buffet served)! You MUST register with me if you want to participate. mcervantes@roundrocktexas.gov

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Board meetings are like Thanksgiving; I'm much happier during and afterward than before. Wednesday's session was fine; after two years in this area of church administration the four of us can finish each other's sentences and interpret nonverbal...

The City of Round Rock stormwater drainage team reminds you that this week is Texas Native Plant Week . Native plants are a good choice whether you are planting a tree, shrub, flowers, vines or grasses because they are acclimated to our local conditions...

Carson Block , the tech consultant, will be here November 1st at 6pm to facilitate the technology focus group. I only have a few spots available. If you are interested in participating, please contact me at 512-218-7010 or mcervantes@roundrocktexas.gov

We are just 3 days away from the 26th Annual Outlaw Trail 100 Cycling Tour! You may register online now at www.outlawtrail100.com . You may register in person by delivering your registration form to Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department at 301 W...

Earlier in the week, two distinguished-looking individuals smiling determinedly, perfectly tailored, and sporting patriotic ties strode onto the debate platform. Witnessing this, my daughter and I echoed one another's' thoughts: There go two very...

The Round Rock Public Library is embarking upon a planning effort. The purpose of our effort is to develop a plan that will provide a clear direction for the Library for the next ten years. As a public library we value the thoughts, ideas, and suggestions...

From the "that was awkward" memory file: I'm applying for a driver license in another state. Peering into the hood of the vision screening device, I focus on the foggy surface and announce, "OK, you can turn it on now." Brief pause...

The Summer is over, and we are heading towards Fall. In October we have some great programs for teens with a hint of Halloween happenings! At our Book Club we will discuss, The Graveyard Book by Neil Gaiman , on October 16th , 7:00pm-8:00pm in the Teen...