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3 businesses now open, coming soon in Round Rock
A new QuikTrip gas station opened at the intersection of Old Settlers Boulevard and Chisholm Trail Road in Round Rock in April. (Brooke Sjoberg/Community Impact) Check out these businesses now open and coming soon in Round Rock. Einstein Bros. Bagels is slated to open in the Round Rock Crossing shopping...
Bee Cave adopts new social media policy to guide content moderation
On April 23, Bee Cave City Council adopted its first social media policy to define how city employee and department pages interact with the public. (Courtesy Unsplash) On April 23, Bee Cave City Council adopted its first social media policy to define how city employee and department pages interact with the public.
Foxtrot exits 10-year Austin City Hall lease after paying 3 months of rent
Foxtrot's lease at Austin City Hall started mid-2023. (Ben Thompson/Community Impact) After last week's surprise closure of all Foxtrot and Dom’s Kitchen & Market locations, Austin is left to find a new tenant for its corner retail suite at City Hall downtown and attempt to recover remaining rent it's owed by Foxtrot.
Texas teachers make around $9,000 less than national average, guild reports
The Texas State Teachers Association said it would pursue "substantial pay raises" for teachers and support staff during next year's legislative session. (Courtesy Round Rock ISD) The average Texas teacher will earn $62,463 during the 2023-24 school year. This is over $9,000 below the national average, the National Education Association...
New city of Bastrop resolution further limits mayor's actions
The Bastrop City Council approved a resolution requiring further oversight of the mayor April 29. (Jane Turchi/Community Impact) Bastrop City Council passed a resolution outlining eight limitations on the mayor at a special meeting April 29. The limitations include necessary approval by City Council for the reimbursement of expenses by...
Lash salon and medspa coming to Hill Country Galleria in Bee Cave
The spot will offer lash and brow services, as well as cosmetic injectables, laser hair removal and tanning treatments. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) The salon and medspa Lash and Company will open a new location at the Hill Country Galleria in July. The spot will offer lash and brow services, as...
Georgetown ZIP code 78626 sees 40% decrease in home sales year over year in March
Fewer homes sold in Georgetown's 78626 ZIP code year over year in March; however, the homes that did sell stayed on the market for fewer days. (Courtesy Austin Board of Realtors) Fewer homes sold in Georgetown's three area ZIP codes in March compared to March 2023, according to recently released...
Angeethi Flame Fine Indian Bistro & Catering opens in Cedar Park
Angeethi Flame's catering menu includes a variety of curries, biryani and dishes from the grill. (Courtesy Angeethi Flame Fine Indian Bistro & Catering) Angeethi Flame Fine Indian Bistro & Catering began serving north Indian cuisine at its Cedar Park restaurant in late February. Dishes at the restaurant include grilled mains,...
McCoy's Building Supply to expand San Marcos headquarters
McCoy's Building Supply Corporate Headquarters is located at 1350 I-35 N. frontage road in San Marcos. (Amira Van Leeuwen/Community Impact) McCoy’s Building Supply celebrated the groundbreaking for its new company retreat expansion at its headquarters campus in San Marcos on March 8. The retreat area will be approximately 11,531...
WilCo residents have until May 17 to contribute to health survey
Williamson County residents have just over two more weeks to respond to a health assessment intended to improve health and wellness. (Courtesy Adobe Stock) Williamson County residents have just over two more weeks to respond to a health assessment intended to improve health and wellness. What you need to know.
Austin officials urge awareness following 51 opiate-related overdoses, 8 possible deaths
Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services Assistant Chief Steve White said the 51 reported overdoses occurred in individuals in their mid-20s to mid-50s and across all ethnicities, genders and socioeconomic statuses. (Courtesy Colleen Liedtke) Over 50 people experienced an opiate-related overdose in Austin as of noon April 30 due to a...
Nemko opens new space in Round Rock
Nemko opened up a new location in Round Rock April 18. (Haley McLeod/Community Impact) Nemko, which provides testing, engineering and certification services for a variety of industries, recently opened its new location in Round Rock. In 2022, Nemko purchased Professional Testing, which operated its headquarters out of Round Rock for...
Plans for Samsung Highway expansion to reduce traffic on Hwy. 79
New plans for the Samsung Highway in Williamson County are an effort to reduce traffic on Hwy. 79, according to county officials. (Grant Crawford/Community Impact) An application for federal transportation funding was approved by Williamson County commissioners on April 30. With the grant, the county will be able to move...
New coffee shop opens in Hutto
Afuga Coffee recently opened in Hutto. (Courtesy Afuga Coffee) Afuga Coffee, a new coffee shop in Hutto, is now open. Owned by Roee and Alin Erenshteyn, the shops offers espresso-based coffee drinks, using an organic blend from Peru, Guatemala and Brazil. The menu includes cortado, lattes, cappuccinos, iced coffee, matcha, teas and a variety of pastries. The shop also offers vegan and gluten-free food options. The shop is located in the former location of Dwell Coffee House.
New coffee shop opens in Hutto
Afuga Coffee recently opened in Hutto. (Courtesy Afuga Coffee) Afuga Coffee, a new coffee shop in Hutto, is now open. Owned by Roee and Alin Erenshteyn, the shops offers espresso-based coffee drinks, using an organic blend from Peru, Guatemala and Brazil. The menu includes cortado, lattes, cappuccinos, iced coffee, matcha, teas and a variety of pastries. The shop also offers vegan and gluten-free food options. The shop is located in the former location of Dwell Coffee House.
Spanish food truck Austhentico to relocate to downtown Austin
Spanish food truck Austhentico will relocate from its post on 10630 Menchaca Road, Austin, to downtown Belgian bar Mort Subite in June. (Courtesy Austhentico) Spanish food truck Austhentico will relocate from its post on Menchaca Road to downtown Belgian bar Mort Subite in June. On the menu. Austhentico’s menu features...
New yoga studio to open in downtown Martindale
Martindale Yoga and Wellness will be opening in the Martindale River Cafe's former location. (Amira Van Leeuwen/Community Impact) A new locally owned yoga studio will be opening this spring in downtown Martindale. Martindale Yoga and Wellness—owned by Madeline Stone and Jessy Napier—will be offering a variety of yoga classes for...
Gatsby Glass offers specialty glass renovation options in Northwest Austin
Founder and CEO Rob Humble opened the luxury glass company in Northwest Austin on April 22. (Courtesy Gatsby Glass) Local Rob Humble opened the doors to Northwest Austin's Gatsby Glass on April 22. The luxury glass company offers a variety of customized options for residential and commercial projects. Humble said...
Report: Texas summers will keep getting hotter, drier
The demand for electricity is expected to increase by 74% through 2050 as Texas' population grows and temperatures rise, according to public policy nonprofit Texas 2036. (Courtesy Unsplash) Texans can expect more 100-degree days and longer wildfire seasons in the coming years, according to a new report from the state...
Cedar Park leaders add land to The Bell District
Council approved a zoning amendment to The Bell District planned development during its April 25 meeting. (Zacharia Washington/Community Impact) Six additional acres of land will now be incorporated into the existing 43-acre The Bell District development in Cedar Park following council’s unanimous approval April 25. The addition of the...
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