Places & Faces The city’s namesake “round rock” was nowhere to be seen Wednesday morning as the Chisholm Trail Road low water crossing was cordoned off. Neighbors said the water level was several feet higher the previous night.

FAMILY FIRST: 'I left it on the table'

I grew up watching my parents read, laugh and cry over their monthly "Reader's Digest" magazines. Embarras-singly enough, they kept back issues next to the toilets around the house. So, it's hard to forget all those articles, quotes and cartoons. Friday, September 10, 2010

Join the fun at Hairy Man 5K Fun Run

Get fit and run (or walk, if you must) like the wind! Put your body into motion while enjoying scenic wonders along the Williamson County Regional Trail, an acclaimed natural trail that winds along Hairy Man Road and the banks of Brushy Creek. Plan to join the fun at the Hairy Man 5K Fun Run! This special 5K Run will be held at 8 a.m. on Sept. 25 in conjunction with the annual Hairy Man Festival. Friday, September 10, 2010

Local woman gets picked for Texas Women's Hall of Fame

Monica Benoit-Beatty, Chisholm Trail Financial Group associate, has been nominated for the 2010 Texas Women's Hall of Fame. Friday, September 10, 2010

HOMEFRONT BRIEFS

Free veterans benefits seminar • Grow a great lawn Friday, September 10, 2010

FAMILY FIRST: Re-entering the workforce after stay-at-home life

I am constantly amazed by the never-ending variations of the ways families "get by." Most of us struggle on a daily basis to balance children, homes, finances and jobs. Whether it's household chores, family vacations or just day-to-day survival, I don't know anyone who has it figured out. Friday, September 03, 2010

Brushy Creek a community active in Cub and Girl Scouting

How many ways are there to learn? A father and his son are bent over a Cub Scout project, busy laughing and learning together as they construct a pinewood derby race car. A Girl Scout leader and a group of young girls are sharing a quiet moment in the woods, building a camp fire and preparing for a campout in the wilderness. Families bond, laughing and learning together as they actively participate in organizations such as Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, 4-H groups and Campfire Kids. Friday, September 03, 2010

Homefront Briefs

• H-E-B to serve firefighters • Mrs. Williamson County sought • State Pecan Show results • Native Plant Society to meet • Antique Gallery Appraisal Fair • Grow a great lawn • Girl Scouts out in force • Going on at Brushy Creek • Denim and Diamond Fur Ball • Volunteers needed for Day of Caring Friday, September 03, 2010

Searching for new members, PTAs social clubs no more

The National Parent Teachers Association invites com-munity parents and teachers to join the ranks of the most dynamic child advocacy group in the United States. Round Rock ISD is known for an outstanding network of award-winning local PTAs, organizations actively committed to the welfare of our children. Friday, August 27, 2010

FAMILY FIRST: Books? Check. Shoes? Check. Mom in tizzy? Nope.

Summer vacation is over. The kids are back in school. And while our schedules instantly fill up with activities, meetings and practices, there's something reassuring about the chaotic routine of the school year. Friday, August 27, 2010

MILITARY MAILBAG

• Cadet Brian Holt Zalneraitis • Constructionman Noah M. Patterson Friday, August 27, 2010

Homefront Briefs

• Antique Gallery Appraisal Fair • Going on at Brushy Creek • Denim and Diamond Fur Ball • Sign up for Day of Caring • Home & Garden Show this week Friday, August 27, 2010

FAMILY FIRST: Hats off to booster clubs and PTAs selling hats, et al

When it come to the "haves" and the "have-nots" or donating to a charity, I like to think that food pantries and inner-city youth organizations top my list of deserving causes. Lately, however, my perspective has warped a bit, and I'm struggling to get a handle on it. Friday, August 20, 2010

Sun setting on another summer, with school off in the distance

Families everywhere are ending their happy summer break and returning to the structure of school routine. Schedules in-volve juggling the school day with Scouts, music lessons, clubs, sports activities, homework, and play. And you can set your watch by the time of day you see large numbers of children walking and biking down local streets. Drive carefully as you drive through local school zones! Friday, August 20, 2010