January 1, 2008, Round Rock Independent School District voters approved annexation by the Austin Community College District, allowing students in that area to pay in-district tuition for classes at ACC. ACC Timeline.
"Named for a distinctive rock formation that marks a natural, picturesque ford, Round Rock is a reflection of the past. Nomadic people lived here for countless ages, leaving clues of their existence for future generations. Explorers and frontier travelers visited the area bounded by rolling hills to the west and fertile fields to the east. The location became a permanent name on the map when settlers made the site their home in 1851." (Book blurb: Round Rock by Bob Brinkman) The historical marker for 'The Round Rock' of Round Rock can be located via this link.
The Round Rock Public Library opened doors to a new building in January 2023. Located at 200 East Liberty Avenue, right across the street from the old building, the new library is approximately 66,000 square feet with an adjacent parking garage. The building currently offers outdoor garden spaces, conference rooms, educational labs, and more. About Us.
"Round Rock has a wide array of hospitals and extensive health care services. Many of these facilities serve not only Round Rock, but the greater Williamson county area and North Austin." --Round Rock Chamber of Commerce
