Texas Bicycling News December 13th, 2022
Police surprise special needs boy with bicycle after his ‘cherished’ bike was stolen
by JAMIE BURCH | abc7amarillo.com
BORGER, Texas (KVII) — Christmas came two weeks early for a special needs boy in Borger, Texas, thanks to the kindness of a non-profit group and Borger police.
Carson’s mom contacted Spokes4Hope after her son’s "cherished" bike was stolen.
Spokes4Hope, a non-profit founded by a retired cop, provides bicycles to foster kids and others who would otherwise not be able to experience the joy of this childhood pastime.
"She explained in her message that …
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Police identify bicyclist killed in hit and run; witnesses sought
by: Gabriela Rodríguez, Dave Burge | www.ktsm.com
UPDATE: EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) – El Paso police continue to investigate a fatal hit-and-run crash Tuesday morning, Dec. 13, that left a bicyclist dead.
Police say 26-year-old Austin Brazda was riding his bicycle along the 1300 block of George Dieter a little after midnight.
Police say he was hit by a vehicle that fled the scene. Three other vehicles managed to avoid Brazda, who was lying in the roadway.
The bicyclist was taken to the hospital but died there.
Investigators are asking for the public’s help in finding the driver who fled the scene.
Anyone with information is asked to call (915) 832-4400 or you can remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at (915) 566-8477.
This is the city’s 70th traffic fatality, compared with 70 at the same time last year. …
Texas Biking from Twitter
Did you know Austin has 60+ miles of urban trails to explore? Plan a holiday walk or bike with your family this month! Plan your adventure with this interactive web map at https://t.co/FiVIbcWh1I!
— Red Line Parkway Initiative (@RedLineParkway) December 13, 2022
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— Ryan C (@classicryan17) December 13, 2022
New Events Added to Texbiker.net Calendar
New Event Gator Ride, Gear up to End Hunger! – Baytown, TX For event details, please refer to: https://t.co/FWjjJHXDt2
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 13, 2022
Event details and schedule
Gator Ride, Gear Up to End Hunger, 2023 Packet Pick-Up
Early packet pick-up will be available on Friday… https://t.co/1pJazo8jnS
New Event Milano Cookie Crusher – Milano, TX Milano Cookie Crusher at Milano, TXhttps://t.co/WHdH3dFTaQhttps://t.co/KMeqsRfQ7u
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 13, 2022
This is one big delicious cookie crusher and a rider favorite! Just north of Austin, we've found the most amazing grave… https://t.co/DhjJ3jy5kf
New Event Bike ride, art, birds and a bit of nature Brays Bayou For full details, including the address, and to RSVP see: https://t.co/rwQHBnhQk2
— Rick Ankrum (@texbiker) December 14, 2022
NEO is dedicated to helping people of all ages and backgrounds lead more active outdoor-oriented lives for … https://t.co/ZsHDfzsrQs