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Cranky Granny's Sweet Rolls continues family traditions in Pflugerville
Sianni Dean is continuing a family tradition inspired by her own grandmother, Toya Hendricks, in her business Cranky Granny's Sweet Rolls. (Brooke Sjoberg/Community Impact) Cranky Granny's Sweet Rolls owner Sianni Dean is continuing her family tradition of bringing people together with great food. She says her cinnamon roll business is...
Bastrop Live Music Foundation fosters the local music scene, invests in young artists
Music student Jennifer received a keyboard as part of Bastrop Live Music Foundation's Gear for Good program. (Courtesy Bastrop Live Music Foundation) After a battle with cancer, Bastrop actor and musician Robert Kraft reflected on what in his life made the most positive impact on the world around him—the answer: music.
Whataburger and H-E-B Have Come Together for the Ultimate Texas Combo
If I asked you to name the Holy Trinity of Texas, I bet you could get it right on the first try - Buc-ee's, Whataburger, H-E-B. We love Buc-ee's for their fun t-shirts, Beaver Nuggets, restrooms you can dine in and, oh yeah, gas. Forget the golden arches, Texans want to eat a Whataburger under a Flying W. You'll find some of the freshest groceries and great tasting store brand items at H-E-B, just not in East Texas. But what if I told you that in Hutto, Texas, there is a combo of H-E-B and Whataburger? There is and its not the only town to have one.
Pflugerville librarian: Reading challenges among highlights of summer programming
The Pflugerville Public Library Summer Programming encourages everyone to read, make and explore. We have a full summer of events and reading challenges for the entire family. Our popular summer reading challenges are back. The library uses Beanstack, an online reading tracker, for all our reading challenges. Beanstack allows you to track the books or minutes you read over the summer, log activitie, and more. The library’s Beanstack site is live! This year’s Summer Reading Challenges will be available June 1. When you log in for the first time, you will need to create an account to participate.
New Greek coffee and snacks options, plus more Bastrop business updates
Owner Deanna Sharp moved her raw dog and cat food shop from R.A. Green Mercantile to Harmony Ridge in late April. (Amanda Cutshall/Community Impact) Check out the latest openings, closings and more in Bastrop County. This list is not comprehensive. Now Open. Tuff Shed Bastrop. Founder and CEO Tom Saurey...
Bastrop Honor Choir presents free, annual spring concert on May 19
The Honor Choir performed at Canterbury Cathedral in England on July 22, 2023. (Courtesy Honor Choir) The Bastrop Honor Choir is set to hold the organization's annual spring concert at 2 p.m. on May 19. Consisting of 20 elementary, middle and high school singers, the choir will present the hourlong concert at the First United Methodist Church in Bastrop on Main Street.
Pflugerville Animal Hospital moving to new location
Pflugerville Animal Hospital offers preventative care, surgery, dental care, boarding and emergency care. (Courtesy Pflugerville Animal Clinic) Pflugerville Animal Hospital will be moving into a new space beginning in early 2025. The clinic has been operating in Pflugerville since 2003, providing routine and emergency veterinary services and is open seven...
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...
Cumberland Road Art Studio now open in Hutto
Cumberland Road Art Studio is now open in Hutto. (Courtesy Cumberland Road Art Studio) Owned by Sylvia Helfond, Cumberland Road Art Studio in Hutto provides a space for both adults and children to create arts and crafts. For a $10 entry fee, patrons can use the studio’s various supplies, such...
'It's like, blown up' | Woman claims dogs are being dumped at an alarming rate near Del Valle
DEL VALLE, Texas — On the border of Bastrop and Travis counties, a woman claims her neighborhood is dealing with a massive increase in stray dogs. Neighbors think people who no longer want the dogs are abandoning them. They're dogs like Sunny, a blonde husky with bright blue eyes. Elizabeth Cunningham said she has no idea where Sunny came from.
Chopsticks serving Asian fusion in Hutto
Chopsticks, which recently opened in Hutto, serves a variety of Asian fusion dishes. (Courtesy Chopsticks) Chopsticks, a restaurant serving Asian fusion cuisine, is now open in Hutto. The menu at Chopsticks includes small bites, such as gua bao buns, chili jam chicken wings and bulgogi fries. Patrons will also find...
Ceramics N More expanding space, art opportunities in Pflugerville
Ceramics N More will be expanded its space this summer to offer more classes and space for artist to explore clay and other art techniques. (Courtesy Ceramics N More) The long-standing pottery studio Ceramics N More will be expanding its space, located in the heart of downtown Pflugerville. The details.
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