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Texas Bicycling News August 7th 2022

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Cyclist rescued from north Austin bike trail

www.fox7austin.com

AUSTIN, Texas – A cyclist was rescued from a bike trail in north Austin on Saturday, police said.

Austin-Travis County EMS said shortly before 10:30 a.m., a cyclist fell off her bike on the trail not far from Lincolnshire Drive.

The victim was taken by ambulance to St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center.

ATCEMS said the cyclist was treated for serious injuries.

Photo Gallery: “May the McAllen Police Force Be With You.”

By Joel Martinez | myrgv.com

McALLEN — With Chewbacca, Droopy McCool, Count Dooku, and a hybrid of a stormtrooper and a bounty hunter looking on in silent and menacing judgment, runners of all ages gathered here at the McAllen Convention Center on Saturday to go on a run under the morning sun and with the power of the police force behind them. …

Cyclists cross the finish line during “May the Police Force Be With You” run and cycling event at the McAllen Convention Center on Saturday, Aug. 6, 2022, in McAllen. (Joel Martinez)

East Texas neighborhood supporting cyclists with popsicles, cold water, and encouragement

By Erin Wides | www.kltv.com

Tyler neighbors passing out popsicles to Tyler cyclists who ride through their neighborhood on Tuesday evenings

TYLER, Texas (KLTV) – One East Texas neighborhood has taken the initiative to support local cyclists through encouraging words, hydration, and friendship. Every Tuesday, just before 7 p.m., those in the Briarcrest neighborhood start heading to their neighbor Hazel’s yard. Some people bring lawn chairs, others ice. It’s for their own fellowship, but they also share popsicles with those who come through their neighborhood by way of bicycle.

“These people are so wonderful with their cheers and encouragement. It feels so good. It’s almost like you’re almost in the …

Highland Village City Update — August 2022

www.crosstimbersgazette.com

… Once again, the police department and the city are hosting the TXFallenPD Tribute Event to raise funds for the Texas Police Chiefs Association’s Fallen Officer Fund. This year the event will take place at Doubletree Ranch Park in conjunction with our popular Concert in the Park series. We are excited to have the event at this new location to show off our beautiful Doubletree Ranch Park and have the event in a park setting. The TXFallenPD Tribute Event will take place on Saturday, October 15 and will include the 5K run/walk, an Honor bike ride for civilians and first responders, a Kid Ride with a Cop, a police obstacle course, Kid Zone, vendors, food trucks and live entertainment concluding with a concert with Stevie Ray Vaughan tribute band, Texas Flood. You can register now, and at the lowest rate, for the 5K and the Bike Race – just visit TXFallenPD.com. I hope you’ll consider participating in this event in October or consider sponsoring or donating to help the City bring this event to our community. Since 2008 we have held a bike race and 5k fundraiser for the families of police officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty and, with the help of our community, we have contributed over $300,000 to the fund. This year’s fundraising goal is $40,000 and we need your help. …

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In 1999 I had a burning desire to create a web site focused on Texas bicycling. Over the years this web site has existed many people have visited. As I think of information I need to bicycle I add them to the web site.

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