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5 live performances, events around Bastrop in May
A handmade, botanical-themed mural composed of numerous 2-by-2-foot fiber squares submitted from around the country will be on display through the end of June in Smithville. (Courtesy Smithville Yarn Bombers) From live music to local art, many events are taking place in Bastrop over the next month. Read the following...
Q&A: Westlake dermatologist explains how new laser technology treats acne
In 2021, Westlake Dermatology became one of only a handful of practices in the country to participate in the clinical trials for the Accure laser acne device. (Courtesy Westlake Dermatology) For decades, the first line of treatment for patients with moderate acne involved the use of prescription medications, creams and...
Storm recovery continues in San Marcos with free debris pickup
The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning and severe thunderstorm warning on May 9, which caused significant damage to trees in San Marcos. (Amira Van Leeuwen/Community Impact) The city of San Marcos is continuing its recovery efforts after a severe thunderstorm on May 9 caused large tree branches to...
RockCare marks 10 years of serving city employees' health, wellness needs
The clinic expanded its offerings to encourage wellness among employees in January with a fitness center and locker room open each day 5 a.m.-10 p.m. via badge access. (Brooke Sjoberg/Community Impact) RockCare, the city of Round Rock's clinic and wellness center for its employees, celebrated 10 years of service May...
Club Pilates to open San Marcos location
Club Pilates has 1,000 locations spanning across four continents, according to its website. (Dustin Butler/Community Impact) Club Pilates will be opening inside the Stonecreek Crossing shopping center. Franchise owners Brandi Belvins and Julia Kellcy said they are aiming to open early this fall. Belvins said they decided to expand to...
Austin officials' attempt to stall I-35 expansion funding rejected
I-35 will be widened to nearly two dozen lanes in portions of Central Austin. (Ben Thompson/Community Impact) Editor's note: This story was updated to include a comment from TxDOT. A regional transportation planning body rejected Austin City Council members' attempt to stall funding for the Texas Department of Transportation's upcoming...
Hays County commissioners approve new trail proposal
The Hays County Historic Courthouse is located at 111 E. San Antonio St. in San Marcos. (Amira Van Leeuwen/Community Impact) Hays County Commissioners Court approved a new trail proposal with the Great Springs Project and the San Marcos Greenbelt Alliance for site preparation and construction of a new trail—Limestone Link—on May 7.
Officials with Harmony Public Schools break ground on Leander campus
Representatives with Harmony Public Schools and local officials broke ground on the Leander campus on May 10. (Parks Kugle/Community Impact) Representatives with Harmony Public Schools-Central Texas broke ground on the charter school system’s first Leander campus on May 10. The overview. Called Harmony Science Academy-Leander, the school is set...
Hill Country Water Gardens & Nursery marks 25th anniversary in Cedar Park with spring celebration
The garden center specializes in water features and Central Texas plants. (Courtesy Hill Country Water Gardens & Nursery) Hill Country Water Gardens & Nursery is hosting a spring celebration May 18 in honor of its 25th anniversary. The day-long event will feature a slate of seminars, live music, artisan vendors,...
Krannich Solar warehouse now open in Buda
Krannich Solar Central LLC is located at 16753 N I-35 Frontage Rd, Building 2, Ste. 270 in Buda. (Amira Van Leeuwen/Community Impact) Krannich Solar Central LLC celebrated its grand opening on May 2. The solar power distributor offers solar modules, inverters, optimizers and mounting systems, according to its website. Government...
Burnett’s to bring comfort food to Pflugerville
Burnett's will serve northern style comfort food starting this summer in Pflugerville. (Haley McLeod/Community Impact) A new soul food restaurant—Burnett’s—on Grand Avenue Parkway in Pflugerville is expected to open this summer. Owner Darius Burnett, originally from Chicago, said he is bringing the “northern taste to the south.”...
Funding agreement for trail furthers progress on new downtown park in Round Rock
The Lawn at Brushy Creek project includes a pedestrian bridge connection from Heritage Trail West to Veterans Park, connecting the west side of Round Rock to the downtown area. (Rendering courtesy city of Round Rock) Round Rock City Council approved an advanced funding agreement April 25 with the Texas Department...
Applebee's Bar and Grill closed near Brodie Lane
Applebee's Bar and Grill offered dishes such as salads, chicken, pasta and burgers. (Elle Bent/Community Impact) The Applebee's Bar and Grill located in Southwest Austin, near Spec's Wine, Spirits and Finer Foods, closed in April. Other locations of the restaurant can be found off William Cannon Drive, in Round Rock...
Austin-based Indeed to lay off 1,000 employees amidst tech downturn
The Austin-based job search company Indeed will lay off approximately 1,000 employees—or 8% of its workforce—according to a May 13 announcement. (Kameryn Griesser/Community Impact) The Austin-based job search company Indeed will lay off approximately 1,000 employees—or 8% of its workforce—according to a May 13 announcement. In...
18 business updates for the Lake Travis, Westlake area
Perspire Sauna Studio will open at the Hill Country Galleria in October. (Courtesy Perspire Sauna Studio) From what's coming to what's leaving, anniversaries, openings and more, here are 18 business updates for residents of the Lake Travis and Westlake areas. Now open. Cedarwood Financial Partners. The wealth management practice provides...
San Marcos florist Flowerland changes name
The Wildflower Designs & Events offers a variety of floral arrangements and gifts. (Courtesy The Wildflower Designs & Events) The flower shop is owned by Ladoska Pavia and offers traditional and high-style floral arrangements, plants and event floral design. The Wildflower Designs & Events also sells gifts such as snack...
Last day for longtime Austin Antique Mall is May 15
Austin Antique Mall sells a range of vintage goods such as jewelry, furniture, clothing and more. (Zara Flores/Community Impact) After nearly four decades of selling vintage treasures, Austin Antique Mall will lock its doors for the last time at 6 p.m. on May 15. Home to nearly 100 vendors, sales...
Locally owned Abuelita's Bakery Spot to expand to Buda
Abuelita's Bakery Spot is owned by Hector and Vanessa Rodriguez. (Amira Van Leeuwen/Community Impact) Abuelita's Bakery Spot will be opening its second location in downtown Buda this summer, according to a social media post. Locally owned by brother-sister duo Hector and Vanessa Rodriguez, Abuelita's Bakery Spot began as a cottage...
Leander ISD names Shā Rogers as future police department chief
Lucretia “Shā” Rogers will become the district's first chief of police after LISD receives state approval to create a police department. (Courtesy Leander ISD) Leander ISD has selected Lucretia “Shā” Rogers to become the district’s first chief of police as it works to form a police department.
Portions of Lakeline Boulevard in Cedar Park to undergo pavement improvements
Work on the Cedar Park's 2024 Lakeline Boulevard rehabilitation/mill and overlay project is estimated to last about a month, according to city officials. (Zacharia Washington/Community Impact) Various parts of Lakeline Boulevard will undergo pavement improvements after Cedar Park City Council cleared a $533,848 construction contract with Bennett Paving Inc. on...
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