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Personalized care, community commitment: Family Emergency Room at Georgetown provides unique physician services to community
When the unexpected happens, Family Emergency Room at Georgetown is open and ready to help your family. Family Emergency Room at Georgetown is a state-of-the-art, physician-owned and operated, fully equipped emergency room. It is conveniently located next to Wolf Ranch Walgreens at 1210 W. University Ave. It is always open 24/7, 365 days a year, without wait times, and ready to serve the community’s needs. The physicians, Dr. John Valentini, Dr. Ryan Prudoff, and Dr. Rick Daniels are all board-certified emergency physicians with a combined total of 60 years of experience in Emergency Medicine.
Halina Spa combines traditional European skin care methods with latest technology
Founded by Halina Pradzynski in 1970, Halina Spa offers holistic, science-based skin care treatments that are both relaxing and effective. The spa is located at The Grove in Austin and offers services such as facials, massages, hair removal, manicures, pedicures, laser treatments and skin rejuvenation. “Our top treatment is definitely...
Austin's newest chiropractic clinic 100% Chiropractic brings intentional care to the city
Dr. Paul Shirk, an Austin-native and graduate of National University of Health Sciences, has brought a unique perspective to chiropractic care in the city with the opening of his new clinic. With a background in social work, Dr. Shirk has always been passionate about helping people overcome challenges and improve their overall well-being.
Violation levels system approved as part of EISD 2024-25 student code of conduct
The levels system is the most significant change of the code of conduct, spaning five levels of offenses with various disciplinary action options. (Elle Bent/Community Impact) The Eanes ISD board of trustees unanimously approved the 2024-25 student code of conduct during its June 18 meeting, which will include updates to disciplinary action for varying levels of student offenses.
New retail space, housing coming soon to South Congress Avenue
Construction will begin on a new mixed-use development on South Congress Avenue later this year. (Rendering courtesy TMRW) New residences and retail spaces are coming to South Congress Avenue in 2027. The overview. Leland South Congress, located near the intersection of South Congress and East Live Oak Street, will consist...
The Salty to bring gourmet donuts, coffee to Domain Northside
The new gourmet donut shop The Salty will offer several varieties of donuts alongside baked goods and coffee. (Courtesy Domain Northside, The Salty) Artisan donut shop The Salty has plans to open a new location in Domain Northside, shopping center officials said. The details. Located between Velvet Taco and Lotus...
Texas Medical Board adopts rule for abortion ban exceptions
The Texas Medical Board approved a rule covering medical exceptions to the state's abortion law, following months of public feedback about the perceived ambiguity of state statute and the risks faced by doctors who may perform abortions. (Tony Bullard/Community Impact) The Texas Medical Board approved guidelines for limited medical exceptions...
Kyle City Council approves development agreement for Project Two Step
Project Two Step will have retail and restaurants. (Rendering courtesy Capella) Another apartment complex and more retail is on the way to Kyle. Kyle City Council approved rezoning approximately 45.3 acres of land from retail services, or RS, to planned unit development, or PUD, and R-3-3, or apartments, on the second and final reading June 18 for property located at 22675 I-35 frontage road in Kyle.
Cousin Louie's will bring Italian dishes to Dripping Springs this fall
Cousin Louie's in Dripping Springs will offer a full-service experience in a casual atmosphere fall 2024. (Rendering courtesy Tc4 & Co.) After Central Texas-owned hospitality group Tc4 & Co. officials announced the closure of Mighty Fine Burgers, Fries and Shakes in Belterra, the same team promised to bring a full-service Italian restaurant to the space.
Kwality Ice Cream to serve South Asian desserts in Leander
Kwality Ice Cream serves a variety of South Asian-style desserts including banana splits, kulfi, cassata and falooda shakes. (Courtesy Kwality Ice Cream) South Asian ice cream shop Kwality Ice Cream is slated to open in Leander later this year or early next year. The national franchise serves 56 flavors of...
10 Bastrop County-area hospitals, clinics, urgent cares and emergency rooms
Ally Medical Emergency Room offers services treating minor and major medical issues. (Courtesy Ally Medical Emergency Room) Learn more about different health care centers in your area, including hospitals, clinics, freestanding emergency rooms and urgent cares. Hospitals. Ascension Seton Bastrop Hospital. Trauma level: N/A. NICU level: N/A. Number of beds:...
Abuelita’s Bakery Spot expands into Buda
Abuelita's Bakery Spot opened a second location in Hays County at 606 Main St., in Buda on May 15. (Amira Van Leeuwen/Community Impact) Abuelita's Bakery Spot—locally owned by brother-sister duo Hector and Vanessa Rodriguez—celebrated the grand opening of its new Buda location at 606 Main St., on June 15.
Younger adults in Williamson County, nation experience rising rates of colon cancer
Round Rock resident Paula Rojas, who celebrated a year being cancer-free in March, discusses her diagnosis with her son, Giancarlo. (Grant Crawford/Community Impact) From the time she woke up with abdominal pain in 2020, it took Williamson County resident Paula Rojas nearly two years to be diagnosed with colon cancer.
Catch up on the fiscal year 2024-25 budget season in Hutto ISD
Catch up on budget season in Hutto ISD, which will come to a close June 27, when the district's board of trustees is set to vote on its proposed budget. (Brooke Sjoberg/Community Impact) Catch up on budget season in Hutto ISD, which will come to a close June 27, when...
Cedar Fair, Six Flags announce merger to form $8B company
Cedar Fair—the parent company of Schlitterbahn—and Six Flags are merging companies, after entering merger talks last year. (Community Impact Staff) Cedar Fair—the parent company of Schlitterbahn—and Six Flags are merging after entering talks last year, creating a combined entity valued at $8 billion. The details. In...
Pflugerville ISD applies for federal grants for special education, low-income students
The funds are focused on helping special education and low-income students during the 2024-25 school year. (Brittany Anderson/Community Impact) Pflugerville ISD has applied for two grants for the 2024-25 school year that would use federal funds for special education services and improving the quality of programs for low-income students. Chief...
EVO Entertainment breaks ground on movie, bowling venue in Hutto
City of Hutto officials along with representatives of EVO Entertainment held a groundbreaking celebration on the new movie and bowling entertainment venue in Hutto June 21. (Grant Crawford/Community Impact) A blend of cinema, bowling and arcade games, EVO Entertainment broke ground on it’s newest location in Hutto June 21.
Cabo Bob’s nears opening date for Onion Creek, Sunset Valley locations
Cabo Bob's will open at The Shops at Onion Creek in early July. (Sarah Hernandez/Community Impact) Baja California-inspired restaurant Cabo Bob’s is nearing the opening date for two new locations. The Shops at Onion Creek location, in the former Subway, will open in early July following delays, co-owner Josh...
Cabo Bob's, Austin Pets Alive and 14 more Southwest Austin business updates
Austin Pets Alive will open a new animal hospital this summer. (Courtesy Austin Pets Alive) Stay up to date with the latest Southwest Austin business news. The salon space is open in the Tanglewood Village Shopping Center next to H-E-B. Reveal Salon Suites provides rental spaces for licensed hair stylists, makeup artists, tattoo artists, estheticians and more.
Bastrop ISD adopts balanced budget totaling $173M after adjustments
Bastrop ISD meetings are held at the Jerry Fay Wilhelm Center for the Performing Arts. (Jane Turchi/Community Impact) Editor's note: This article has been updated to reflect an enrollment of 13,497 students. The Bastrop ISD board of trustees approved an overall $173.12 million budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and will...
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