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Zoox self-driving car company to use Austin for testing
A new self-driving car company Zoox will begin testing in the Capitol-area this summer. (Courtesy Zoox) Austinites may notice the colorful rear ends of newly retrofitted Toyota Highlanders driving alongside traffic this month. Automated transportation company Zoox announced they will begin fine-tuning their self-driving vehicles in Austin, beginning testing sometime...
Bee Cave rejects all workforce housing proposals, heads back to drawing board
In February, Bee Cave officials began searching for development proposals to create the city’s first income-restricted, multifamily housing project—but so far, City Council has rejected all of them. (Community Impact staff) In February, Bee Cave officials began searching for development proposals to create the city’s first income-restricted, multifamily...
Alpine Healing brings mental health counseling services to Leander
Alpine Healing offers mental health services for all age groups in Leander. (Courtesy Pexels) A new mental health clinic opened in Leander on April 1. Alpine Healing offers mental health counseling for adults of all ages, and begins seeing children as early as age 4, owner Mia Sultanik said. The...
Austin Massage Studio now offering services in far Northwest Austin
Austin Massage Studio opened in far Northwest Austin in early June. (Courtesy Austin Massage Studio) Austin Massage Studio opened in early June in far Northwest Austin. The studio offers a variety of body massage services—including Thai, deep tissue, couples massages and foot reflexology—for 30, 45, 60 or 90 minutes. Essential oil and CBD oil add-ons are also available.
Young Pool Service offers pool cleanings throughout Williamson County
Young Pool Service began serving Williamson and Bell county residents in early July. (Courtesy Pexels) Owner Colte Young opened Young Pool Service in early July. The pool cleaning company offers weekly services, equipment repairs, filter cleanings and green-to-clean pool recovery services. Young said the mobile business based in Georgetown is skilled at handling maintenance-related needs.
4 encampments closed in North, South Austin parks; 63 people moved into shelter
Austin's HEAL program responds to encampments around the city by moving residents into shelter. (Ben Thompson/Community Impact) Four homeless encampments were recently closed, and dozens of people moved into city shelters through Austin's Housing-Focused Encampment Assistance Link, or HEAL, program that's relocated more than 800 people over the past three years.
City opens public safety trailer in Northwest Austin
Community members joined city and law enforcement officials for the opening of a new public safety center in Northwest Austin. (Ben Thompson/Community Impact) Northwest Austin has a new law enforcement resource, following the launch of a public safety engagement center near city limits on July 11. The overview. Council member...
Prime Market gas station, convenience store, taqueria now open in Round Rock
Prime Market, a combination gas station, grocery market and taqueria, opened its doors in Round Rock in early July. (Brooke Sjoberg/Community Impact) Prime Market, a combination gas station, grocery market and taqueria, opened its doors in Round Rock in early July. The newly rebuilt gas station is located at the...
Texas State University's UFCU Stadium to receive new turf, signage
UFCU Stadium, formerly known as Bobcat Stadium, is located at 1100 Aquarena Springs Drive, in San Marcos. (Courtesy Texas State Athletics) Texas State University football fans will see multiple enhancements to its stadium this fall. What’s changing?. Texas State’s UFCU Stadium will see new turf installation begin in mid-July...
City of Kyle encourages residents to participate in 2025 budget survey
Kyle City Council meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month. (Amira Van Leeuwen/Community Impact) The city of Kyle is inviting residents to participate in its 2025 budget survey, which is now open until July 22. The details. The 2025 budget survey will assist city leaders in developing...
Liberty Hill council passes ordinance to begin collecting hotel occupancy taxes
The city can now collect a 7% tax from hotels and short-term rental companies, such as Airbnb and Vrbo. (Courtesy Pexels) Liberty Hill can now collect hotel occupancy taxes on hotels, bed and breakfast inns, and short-term rentals after council adopted an ordinance to this effect July 10. Per the...
Next Level Urgent Care will offer care in Dripping Springs this summer
The Urgent Care will treat conditions that are not life threatening and offer sports physicals for school aged children. (Elle Bent/Community Impact) Next Level Urgent Care will open in the new Ledgestone development, offering care for conditions that are not life threatening such as fractures, allergies, cold and flu symptoms, and more.
Austin Habitat for Humanity searches for applicants for homebuilding program
Austin Habitat for Humanity volunteers help build homes for the homebuilding program. (Courtesy Austin Habitat for Humanity) Despite recent policy changes in an effort to increase housing options, the city of Austin continues to struggle with housing affordability. Austin Habitat for Humanity offers services to aid individuals in their home-ownership...
Stem & Stone combines Texas hospitality with handcrafted food
Stem & Stone offers a range of scratch-made food, craft beers and specialty wines. (Courtesy Stem & Stone) Local couple Linda and Craig Cheatham opened family-owned and operated Stem & Stone Kitchen and Bar in late 2019 to provide quality food and drinks in a friendly environment, in addition to supporting fellow business owners.
Open houses for proposed trail in Williamson County begin this week
The proposed trail project would eventually connect the Southwest Williamson County Regional Park to Brushy Creek Regional Trail. (Gracie Warhurst/Community Impact) Three open houses are scheduled next week for Vista Oaks residents in Round Rock to learn more about a proposed trail through the neighborhood. What's happening?. The Williamson County...
Yarrow & Sage metaphysical shop now open in South Austin
Yarrow & Sage offers crystals, jewelry, incense, art and more. (Sarah Hernandez/Community Impact) Yarrow & Sage opened its second location in April on Slaughter Lane. The business, which also has a North Austin location on 53rd Street, is owned by Jessica Beauvoir. Yarrow & Sage hosts the Austin Witches Market, a recurring community event specializing in witchcraft, herbalism, spiritual readings and handmade artisan goods.
East Austin coffee truck opens first brick-and-mortar in Oak Hill
St. Benedict Coffee Company has a truck in East Austin and a new brick-and-mortar location in Southwest Austin. (Courtesy St. Benedict Coffee Company) St. Benedict Coffee Company opened its first brick-and-mortar location in Southwest Austin. The business opened inside Stony’s Pizza in Oak Hill, which also houses Amici Italian. St....
Treatment alternatives take off, drive concerns in city outskirts
Manufacturers ship package plants nationally for wastewater treatment in small communities, mobile home parks, schools, recreational areas, prisons and more. (Courtesy DPI Water Solutions) After area residents expressed concerns regarding a proposed small-scale wastewater treatment facility next to Hutto ISD’s Veterans Hill Elementary and behind homes in the Siena neighborhood,...
Power Brewing Project now open in Hutto
Power Brewing Project recently opened in Hutto. (Courtesy Power Brewing Project) Power Brewing Project is now open in Hutto. The craft-beer brewery with an engineering theme is owned by David Power. The business offers a variety of different pints in its taproom as well as growlers to allow customers to bring beers home.
Minor flight delays, road closures possible as President Biden visits Austin July 15
For security reasons, flights in and out of the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport will be temporarily grounded as the president lands in and departs the city July 15. (Grant Crawford/Community Impact) Editor's note: This article has been updated to include information from the city of Austin. President Joe Biden will deliver...
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