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$293M, 5 years of road work underway in east Round Rock

few more crops of trafic cones will be popping up along major thorough- fares through 2029. As of mid-January, over $121.9 million in road projects are under construction. The city also has another $171.8 million in projects in the design phase, which city staff say will be constructed over the next ive years.

BY BROOKE SJOBERG

Drivers on Round Rock’s east side might feel all too familiar with the sight of orange trafic cones guiding their way across lane closures, through work zones and avoiding temporarily closed streets for the last few years. With the city’s execution of its trans- portation master plan—a document guiding the future of road projects in the city of Round Rock—city staff said a

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4 Habana House Cigar Lounge The business oers a variety of merchandise for cigar enthusiasts, who can enjoy cigars in the lounge or take them to go. Habana House also runs an online store on its website and has two other locations in North Austin and South Austin. • Opened mid-January • 2800 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Ste. 100, Round Rock • www.habanahousecigars.com 5 Naya Bazaar Owned by Praveen Kumar Ravvala, the shop sells Indian snacks, produce, ingredients and features a meat market. The meat market oers premium Halal, free- range poultry products with no antibiotics, as stated on its website. • Opened Jan. 4 • 101 Limmer Loop, Ste. 300, Round Rock • www.naya-bazaar.com 6 Parinama Academy The tutoring service oering courses in areas including math, English, standardized-test preparation and chess, opened a second Round Rock location in January. In addition to tutoring programs across a variety of academic subjects, the academy also oers year-round seasonal camps. Parinama Academy has locations in Cedar Park and Leander. • Opened Jan. 3 • 3000 Joe DiMaggio Blvd., Ste. 16, Round Rock • https://parinama.academy 7 SafeSplash Swim School The swim school franchise is locally owned by Siva Papolu and Shrikar Somayajula, and provides swimming lessons for all ages, from new swimmers to competitive athletes. • Opened Jan. 18 • 16600 RM 620, Round Rock • www.safesplash.com 8 Success on the Spectrum Owner Tanya Stalder said the business provides Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy to children on the autism spectrum. ABA therapy types include direct therapy, social skills instruction, occupational therapy and speech therapy. The clinic treats children ages 18 months to 18 years old.

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salads, chips, cookies and beverages. The business is part of the Enclave at Palm Valley shopping center, which will also be home to Habana House Cigar Lounge. • Opened in late December • 2800 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Ste. 150, Round Rock • www.‹irehousesubs.com 3 HealthSource Chiropractic The business oers chiropractic care, functional exercise, kinesiology taping, laser therapy, nutritional counseling, orthotics, pediatric care, progressive rehabilitation and spinal decompression. The franchise houses locations across the country with 12 in Texas. • Opened Dec. 10 • 115 Sundance Parkway, Ste. 505, Round Rock • www.healthsourcechiro.com/south-round-rock

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1 Dedicated Fitness The business features tness studios oering personal training sessions, small group classes and nutrition counseling. The location hosts classes for both individuals and families, which encourages children ages 8 and older to attend the class with their parents and other children, as stated on the business’ website. • Opened Jan. 3 • 3570 Rockin J Road, Ste. C, Round Rock • www.2dedicated.com

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9 Active Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation With 20 years of experience in the industry, owner Seth Wagenblast said his boutique practice oers a variety of care options for managing sports injuries and maintaining mobility, geared towards athletes of all levels. • Relocated Nov. 29 • 1315 Sam Bass Circle, Round Rock • www.astrehab.com 10 ZODI’X Cigar Lounge The lounge was located in Georgetown at 610 N. Austin Ave., Ste. 115 for six and a half years before relocating to Round Rock. Owned by Derek Tittle and Lloyd Jackson Jr., the new location has an upstairs and downstairs area with TVs and low lighting. Tittle said the business is working on constructing an outdoor patio to further

13 Divine Luxury Spa The spa, locally owned by licensed esthetician Nikki Jackson-Sagirius, specializes in waxing and corrective skincare to treat a variety of skin concerns including acne, hyperpigmentation and age management, and will soon expand to oer massage. • Relocated in December • 2000 N. Mays St., Ste. 105, Round Rock • www.divineluxuryspa.com

15 Finding Flow Pilates Owner Claire Kinchen, a physical therapist who began teaching Pilates to her patients seven years ago, rst opened her studio in January 2024 in downtown Round Rock before relocating. She oers classes for several experience levels, including a free introductory class. Kinchen’s classes incorporate reformer machines, exo chairs, mats and other types of Pilates equipment. • Relocated Nov. 29 • 1315 Sam Bass Circle, Round Rock • www.‹indingflowpilates.com 16 Wine Sensation The business announced New Year’s Day on Facebook its plans to relocate and stated it would be temporarily closed in the meantime. The previous address is 409 N. Mays St., Round Rock. The bar oers starter options including bruschetta, stued mushrooms and bacon- wrapped dates in addition to pasta, cheese boards and ¦at breads. • New location not available yet • www.winesensation.com

expand the space. • Relocated Dec. 13 • 101 Limmer Loop, Ste. 400, Round Rock • www.zodixcigarlounge.com

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Closings

11 Pho Dan The Vietnamese restaurant marked 10 years of operation in December. The restaurant oers Vietnamese cuisine, such as soup, vermicelli, spring rolls, egg rolls and rice. • 2711 La Frontera Blvd., Round Rock 12 Bluebonnet Beer Co. The brewery reached its 10-year mark after opening its taproom to the public in December 2014. In 2023, the brewery expanded to open an indoor beer hall with

14 Shipley’s Do-Nuts The chain oered a variety of doughnuts, pastries, and hot- and iced-coee beverages. With this closure, the only remaining location of Shipley Do-Nuts in Round Rock is at 3250 E. Palm Valley Blvd. • Closed in December • 1300 S. Mays St., Round Rock • www.shipleydonuts.com

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1 Spokesman Coee Located in recently opened Crux Climbing Center, the co ee shop o ers co ee, tea and small bites. The business also has a draft menu with local cold brews and beers, and a daily happy hour from 4-7 p.m. • Opened Jan. 17 • 18817 N. Heatherwilde Blvd., Bldg. 4, Pflugerville • www.spokesmancoffee.com 2 Mama Bro’s The Indian restaurant o ers ne dining and to-go options. Dishes include biryani, tikka masala, curries and more. Owned by Sai Bhashyam, the bakery features pastries such as samosas, pu s, pakoras and cakes. • Opened Dec. 12 • 801 Wells Branch Parkway, Bldg. 2, Pflugerville • www.mamabros.com 3 The Flores Agency The family-owned tax preparation business provides guidance for income tax ling, company formation, and title and notary services for all ages and skill levels. • Opened Jan. 18 • 15907 Windermere Drive, Ste. 210, Pflugerville • www.floresagencies.com

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4 Magic Salon & Spa The salon specializes in services for children with special needs and also o ers haircuts for adults. • Opened Jan. 3 • 428 Grand Avenue Parkway, Pflugerville • www.magicsalon.glossgenius.com 5 Haraz Coee House The Yemeni co ee shop o ers a variety of pastries and drinks, including mofawar, adeni, red tea and cold brew. • Opened Dec. 20 • 801 Wells Branch Parkway, Ste. 180, Pflugerville • www.harazcoffeehouse.com 6 MasFajitas Mexican Restaurant The Tex-Mex restaurant took over the former FD’s Grill House space. Menu items include enchiladas, tacos, seafood and alcoholic beverages. • Opened Jan. 29 • 15119 N. I-35 frontage road, Pflugerville • www.masfajitas.com

and other arcade games that donate proceeds to local charities. The business also operates Lucky Hippo in Hutto and Lucky Lion in Round Rock. • Opening TBD • 1300 Pflugerville Parkway, Ste. 360, Pflugerville • www.facebook.com/myluckyeagle

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8 The Human Bean The area location is under new ownership. Chevonne and Darren Johst, who also own the Georgetown location, will have a ribbon-cutting in February. The shop serves espresso, tea, smoothies and food. • 105 Rex Kerwin Court, Bldg. 1, Pflugerville • http://thehumanbean.com

10 HTeaO HTeaO, which opened in PŽugerville in January, o ers over 20 Žavors of tea. The shop, owned by Franchisee Bethany Beeman, also o ers lemonade and co ee. The project was rst announced in 2022, but the opening faced delays due to compliance with city regulations, according to a

Closings

9 FD’s Grill House After serving the area for 20 years, FD’s Grill House bar and restaurant closed its PŽugerville location. A notice on the door stated the owners sold the restaurant at the end of its lease. The Tyler location remains open. • Closed Dec. 15 • 15119 N. I-35 frontage road, Pflugerville

Facebook post. • Opened Jan. 11 • 710 Kay Lane, Pflugerville • www.hteao.com

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2 Fairy Freeze The shaved-ice company Fairy Freeze plans to open a brick-and-mortar store in Hutto. In addition to shaved ice served with an assortment of syrups and toppings, the company also sells block ice for other snowball

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collaboration with Oscar and Frances Moreno of Home and Hand Designs, We Wow Houses provides interior design services, focusing on the Hutto, P”ugerville, Round Rock, Elgin, Manor and Bastrop areas. Services include unpacking and arranging, restyling and decorating, art and decor creation, garage transformations and more. • Opened Jan. 15 • www.wewowhouses.com

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3 Hutto Community Church Hutto Community Church reached its „ve-year anniversary Jan. 26. The church, led by Pastor Russell Daniel and Worship Pastor Jesse Wallace, holds services at 10 a.m. Sundays. The church also o‹ers group ministries for kids, teens and adults. • 304 E. Austin Ave., Hutto • www.huttocommunitychurch.org

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1 Fratex Garage Door Specialists The company will expand its operations with a new o—ce location in Hutto. The garage door installation and repair company services homeowners and businesses in the Hutto, Round Rock and surrounding areas. • Opening TBD • 3333 CR 119, Ste. 91, Hutto • www.fratexgarage.com

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4 Chuy’s The Tex-Mex restaurant, which originated in Austin and has over 100 locations throughout the country, serves burritos, enchiladas, fajitas, tacos and more. Customers will also „nd margaritas, mojitos, martinis and Texas-sized cocktails. • Opened Jan. 21 • 724 W. Hwy. 79, Hutto • www.chuys.com

5 ProMD Health A ProMD Health franchise opened in Hutto. The medical spa o‹ers services to help clients enhance their well-being and reach aesthetic goals. Services include hair restoration, IV therapy, tattoo removal, weight management, waxing and more. Clients can also host Botox parties with personalized consultations and treatments in a relaxed setting. • Opened Jan. 20 • 201 E. Wilco Highway, Ste. 200, Hutto • www.promdhealth.com

6 Anthony’s Pizzeria The pizzeria in Hutto is under new ownership, while plans to change the restaurant’s name are in the works. Emanuel and Marianna Minardi, who took over the pizza spot in December, plan to rebrand the business as Bella Sicilia Pizzeria. The restaurant sells pizza by the slice, calzones and recently introduced a new chicken caprese sandwich. • 409 W. Front St., Ste. 240, Hutto • www.orderpizzasonline.com

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County hires death inquest investigators Four death inquest investigators began working for Williamson County on Jan. 10. The details The new positions will help the Justice Courts oversee unattended deaths—or deaths requiring an investigation to determine the cause, manner and time of death—throughout the county. Historically, justices of the peace have been in charge of responding to death inquests. Williamson County commissioners approved funding for the new positions in the scal year 2024-25 general budget. Since justices are still responsible for signing death certicates, they will work alongside investigators to ensure ample evidence exists to conrm the manner and cause of death, according to county sta .

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Round Rock denies new gas rate increase Round Rock residents will not see an increase on their gas bill until at least April, after City Council’s vote Jan. 9 to deny Atmos Energy Corporation’s proposed base rate increase. The details Atmos’ letter of intent showed a proposed base

rate increase of about 14%. The increase would raise residential customers’ monthly bills by about 9%, or almost $8. This was Atmos’ rst attempt to increase base rates since 2018. Since then, the company has used six temporary rate hikes. The update Councils’ vote e ectively postpones the gas rate increase until April 20. Gas utility providers must le their rates with the Railroad Commission of Texas. Outside city limits, the commission sets the price a utility company can charge.

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City OKs contract for disaster cleanup Round Rock City Council passed a contract with TFR Enterprises for disaster cleanup services at its meeting Jan. 9, a proactive measure to ensure timely debris removal and other services after local disasters. The details The contract gives the city access to the cleanup services on an as-needed basis, as well as access to on-site planning 24-36 hours before an anticipated event like a win- ter storm. Cleanup services include debris management, emergency road clearance, land clearing, and recycling and disposal. The ve-year agreement provides services for events that the Federal Emergency Management Agency does not respond to, and is not to exceed $10 million.

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create a new district court. Depending on if and when the resolution gets approved by the Texas Legislature, the new court could be established as early as October, commis- sioner Cynthia Long said. The debate Commissioner Valerie Covey said she’s seeing more of a trend upwards in civil, as opposed to criminal, cases. She suggested hiring an associate judge to help with workload in district courts and proposed adding a new court in 2027. A new district court would cost about $1.5 million, Covey said.

Williamson County is asking for legislative approval to add a new district court to the county in 2025. What you need to know In a 3-2 split vote Jan. 14, county commissioners approved a resolution in support of legislation to

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Round Rock ISD o€cials are con- sidering how to implement a new controversial reading and language arts curriculum provided by the Texas Education Agency ahead of the 2025-26 school year. What you need to know RRISD shared in a December release that administrators are weighing how to imple- ment the new curriculum, Bluebonnet Learning. Bluebonnet will replace the Amplify, Carnegie and Eureka cur- ricula for elementary school-level language arts and reading, math for kindergarten through eighth grade and algebra 1. In November, the new learning materials were approved by the State Board of Education, but not without controversy. As previously reported by Community Impact , critics say the inclusion of Bible stories in the curricula are inappro- priate for public schools and could isolate students, while proponents of the curriculum assert it will help close student achievement gaps and reduce teacher workloads. What are the options? School districts are able to modify Bluebonnet Learning

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Round Rock ISD administrators shared that the balanced budget adopted for scal year 2024-25 is projected to actually turn a surplus of about $8.2 million. This comes as the district expects to close on the $9.3 million sale of a 7.5 acre property at 17 Cypress Blvd., Round Rock, Chief Financial O€cer Dennis Covington said Jan. 16. What you need to know In a January board meeting, RRISD expects budget surplus after land sale

Covington shared an update that showed there were several areas in which expenses were a little higher than originally projected, he said. Still, the district is projecting about $460 million in expenses and $468.28 million in revenue, creating the surplus. The details The district is projecting just under $21.75 million in additional state revenue compared to the budget adopted in June, in light of local property tax collections being about $33.9 million lower than projected for the total year. This amount is subject to change as the district continues collecting property taxes, Covington said.

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Unmatched Academic Results Challenger School offers uniquely fun and academic programs for preschool to eighth-grade students. Our students learn to think for themselves and to value independence. Avery Ranch (PS–G8) (512) 341-8000 15101 Avery Ranch Boulevard, Austin Round Rock (PS–G1) (512) 255-8844 1521 Joyce Lane, Round Rock Spicewood Springs (PS–K) (512) 258-1299 13015 Pond Springs Road, Austin

Additional teachers to support enrollment

$3.1M

Additional unfunded budgeted expenses

$1.63M

Teacher Retirement System - On-behalf payments

$1.6M

Retiree payout Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program contract increase

$619K

$48K

Private nurse for a Special Education student

$40K

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‘Violent events’ policy updated

District parents will now receive notication for any violent activity on Round Rock ISD property and sponsored activities that con- stitutes a “serious or continuing threat” to the campus community, after o€cials gave nal approval on a policy update in January. What you need to know The board policy CKC Local

was updated to include language mandating how parents are notied of violent activity at district campuses, facilities and sponsored activities. Per the policy addition, “notication must be issued for every incident that may pose a serious or continuing threat to the campus community.”

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Education

Private & Charter School Guide

2025

Religious orientation: nondenominational Extracurricular activities: athletics, student council, NHS, NAHS, NSHS, book club, bowling club, Spanish club, Yell Cru, writer’s club, environmental club, art, choral choir, musical theatre, dance Enrollment: 730 Tuition: $895-$1,150 per month • 800 Westwood Drive, Round Rock • www.rrca-tx.org

Tuition: call for information • 14400 Immanuel Road, Pflugerville • www.e3.academy Endeavor Montessori Type: Montessori Grades served: pre-K-3rd Extracurricular activities: not provided

Private schools Private schools are not funded by state education funding, but by tuition payments and other nonpublic sources. Additionally, they are able to create their own curriculum and enrollment requirements. Charter schools Charter schools are dierent than both private and traditional public schools. In Texas, charter schools are public schools open to any student, and these schools may not charge tuition, according to the Texas Education Agency.

Enrollment: not provided Tuition: call for information • 18817 N. Heatherwilde Blvd., Bldg. 2, Pflugerville • www.endeavormontessori.com Pˆugerville Montessori School Type: Montessori Grades served: pre-K-1st Extracurricular activities: chess, piano, ballet, tap and soccer Enrollment: not provided Tuition: contact for information • 2500 W. Pecan St., Pflugerville • www.pflugervillemontessori.com Stonehill Christian Academy Type: religion-based Grades served: pre-K-8th $5,730 per year (grades 1st-8th) • 4301 Kelly Lane, Pflugerville • www.stonehill.school Austin Achieve Public Schools Type: college preparatory, STEM Grades served: pre-K-12th Religious orientation: Seventh-day Adventist Extracurricular activities: did not provide Enrollment: did not provide Tuition: $6,950 per year (pre-K-kindergarten), Extracurricular activities: part of the University Interscholastic League in athletics, art, robotics and band Enrollment: 550 Tuition: free • 1900 E. Pfennig Lane, Pflugerville • www.austinachieve.org BASIS Pˆugerville Type: college preparatory, STEM Grades served: kindergarten-12th Extracurricular activities: visual arts, theater, engineering and technology and music Enrollment: not provided Tuition: free • 1217 E. 10th St., Pflugerville • www.enrollbasistx.com/pflugerville IDEA Public Schools - Pˆugerville Type: STEM Grades served: kindergarten-12th Extracurricular activities: soccer, cross country, baseball and cheerleading Enrollment: 1,332

St. Richard’s Episcopal School Type: religion-based Grades served: pre-K-kindergarten Religious orientation: Episcopalian

Extracurricular activities: extended care hours 1:30- 3:30 p.m., summer camp for registered students Enrollment: 45 Tuition: contact for information • 1420 East Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock • www.strichardspreschool.org IDEA Public Schools-Round Rock Tech Type: STEM Grades served: K-12th Extracurricular activities: soccer, œag football, volleyball, basketball, cross country, various clubs Enrollment: more than 1,300 Tuition: free • 3301 Greenlawn Blvd., Round Rock • www.ideapublicschools.org

Round Rock

Challenger School - Avery Ranch Type: traditional Grades served: pre-K-8th Enrollment: more than 500 Tuition: $1,540–$1,855 per month • 15101 Avery Ranch Blvd., Austin • www.challengerschool.com/ campus/texas/austin/avery-ranch

ESTEAM Academy Type: STEAM Grades served: pre-K-12th Extracurricular activities: art and technology project- based learning, ESTEAM Learning Labs Enrollment: 55 Tuition: $13,700 per year

Pflugerville

Concordia High School Type: college preparatory Grades served: 9th-12th Religious orientation: Lutheran

• 12 Lake Drive, Round Rock • www.esteamacademyrr.com

Extracurricular activities: theater, photography, choir, band, yearbook, social media management, sports, Science Olympiad Enrollment: 115 students Tuition: $14,495 per year • 1201 S. Heatherwilde Blvd., Pflugerville • www.chsaustin.org CrossLife Christian Academy Type: religion-based Grades served: pre-K-5th Religious orientation: Lutheran Extracurricular activities: before and after school programming, cooking, soccer, summer camps Enrollment: 95 Tuition: $1,135 per month • 4109 Kelly Lane, Pflugerville • crosslifepf.academy

Kids ‘R’ Kids of Round Rock Forest Creek Type: traditional Grades served: kindergarten Extracurricular activities: sports classes Enrollment: 140 Tuition: $310 per week • 1455 Red Bud Lane, Round Rock • www.kidsrkids.com/round-rock-forest-creek Kids ‘R’ Kids of Round Rock Teravista Type: traditional Grades served: pre-K-kindergarten Extracurricular activities: Sports classes, music lessons, dance lessons, camps Enrollment: 217 Tuition: $340 per week

• 4341 Teravista Club Drive, Round Rock • www.kidsrkids.com/round-rock-teravista

E3 Christian Academy Type: religion-based Grades served: K-8th Religious orientation: Christian Enrollment: not provided

Round Rock Christian Academy Type: religion-based, college preparatory Grades served: Pre-K-12th

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Round Rock

Round Rock

Pˆugerville

Challenger School - Round Rock Type: traditional Grades served: pre-K-1st Enrollment: 100+ Tuition: $1,540 – $1,855 per month

Meridian World School Type: International Baccalaureate Grades served: K-12th

Harmony Science Academy- Pˆugerville Type: early college high school Grades served: 6th-12th Extracurricular activities: drone team, VEX Robotics, academic competitions, E-sports, soccer, volleyball, basketball, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, art clubs Enrollment: 790 • 1421 Wells Branch Parkway, Ste. 200, Pflugerville • www.hsapflugerville.harmonytx.org

Extracurricular activities: around 45 student-led organizations in grades 6th-12th; sports for grades 7th-12th (including volleyball, soccer, tennis, cross country), band, orchestra, theatre, Model UN, student council Enrollment: 1,700 Tuition: free • 2555 N. I-35, Round Rock • www.mwschool.org

• 1521 Joyce Lane, Round Rock • www.challengerschool.com/ campus/texas/round-rock

Tuition: free • 1901 Wells Branch Parkway, Pflugerville • www.ideapublicschools.org Premier High School Type: career & technical education Grades served: 9th-12th Extracurricular activities: not provided Enrollment: 120 Tuition: free • 616 FM 685, Ste. 204-B, Pflugerville • www.premierpflugerville.com

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Hutto

Chaparral Star Academy Type: college preparatory Grades served: K-12th Extracurricular activities: gymnastics, horseback riding, acting, music, hockey and dance Enrollment: not provided Tuition: not provided • 14406 Summit Drive, Austin • www.chaparralstaracademy.com

The Fellowship Christian Academy Type: religion-based Grades served: K-6th Religious orientation: nondenominational Extracurricular activities: chess club, coding club and soccer club Enrollment: 100

Tuition: $7,720 per year • 6655 Hwy. 79, Hutto • www.fellowshipacademy.org

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Owner Major Ajaypal Singh Gil opened AustIndia in 2022.

Pictured is the Chicken Kadhai ($15.99) and Garlic Naan ($3.99) .

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AustIndia Bar & Restaurant serves North Indian food Since Dec. 22, 2022, AustIndia Bar & Restaurant has shaped a space for Round Rock community members to enjoy North Indian entrees and a variety of cocktails in Sky Ridge Plaza. The background As a rst generation Indian-American, owner Indian †avors with Texas’ eclectic spirit, and, hence, decided to take the charge and start it myself,” Gil said. Respecting the craft

AustIndia oers a wide array of Indian cuisine from tandoori and biryani to naan tacos and curries.

With warm lighting and Punjabi music lling the space, the restaurant creates a casual dining experience for all occasions. Customers can nd a menu with varying Indian cuisine from naan tacos and curries to tandoori and biryani. The restaurant’s bar serves classic cocktails in addition to some items with an Indian twist, such as the Mango Lassi Rum, which features mango lassi and rum topped with pistachios. “I get to live my dream everyday,” Gil said.

Major Ajaypal Singh Gil learned how to cook in Pun- jab, India, where his mother taught him traditional cooking techniques. After exploring the culinary world through various chef experiences, Gil was inspired to open his own restaurant. A majority of the menu items at AustIndia Bar & Restaurant are in†uenced by his childhood. “I always envisioned a fusion of authentic

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Health care

BY BROOKE SJOBERG

Ocials with the Baylor Scott & White hospital system celebrated doubling its Round Rock hospital’s capacity at a ribbon cutting ceremony Jan. 13. This comes just two years after BSW broke ground on the expansion project, which added to the total number of beds at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Round Rock. In the last „ve years, the hospital has observed a 30% increase in hospital and clinic visits, and a 40% rise in newborn deliveries, according to the hospital system. The ceremony marked partial completion of the project, which still has a few smaller pieces to be done. Round Rock hospital expands

Why it matters

The expansion comes as the area is experiencing high levels of growth, Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell said. “The reality is, we have over 4,000 new residents a month moving into Williamson County, Texas,” Gravell said. “We have over 700,000 residents. We live in one of the fastest growing regions, not only in America but in the world.” With some small parts of the project left to complete, the expansion is expected to reach nal completion by the end of 2026, said Jay Fox, Austin-area president for BSW.

Ocials marked the doubling of capacity at Baylor Scott & White Medical Center-Round Rock on Jan. 13. Strategic growth The ve-story project doubled capacity for patients at the hospital and also includes: • An expanded emergency room

• A new neonatal intensive care unit • An expanded labor and delivery unit • New procedural areas • Additional operating suites • Updates to common areas • Laboratory and pharmacy expansions

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293M, 5 years of road work underway in east Round Rock From the cover

WYOMING SPRINGS DR. Project details: two-lane roadway reconstructed, a bridge constructed at the McNutt Creek water crossing 5 Gattis School Road Segment 3 Project start: August 2024 Estimated completion: September 2026 Project details: four-lane roadway will be widened to six lanes, a raised center median throughout WYOMING SPRINGS DR. Project details: road widened from two to four lanes, sidewalks, a median for north- and southbound trac 4 Harrell Parkway Project start: October 2024 Estimated completion: November 2025 Under construction 1 Old Settlers Blvd. extension to CR 110 Project start: Dec. 17, 2024 Estimated completion: January 2026 Project details: right- and left-turn lanes east- and westbound, divided medians, trac and pedestrian A East B West Project start: January 2025 Estimated completion: July 2027 (East), January 2027 (West) Project details: two-lane road expanded to a six-lane divided arterial with sidewalks signals, shared-use path and sidewalk 2 CR 112/Avery Nelson Boulevard 3 Red Bud Lane North Project start: January 2025 Estimated completion: February 2027 Project details: two-lane roadway will initially be expanded to a three-lane rural section with a middle turn lane 7 Red Bud Lane South Estimated completion: dependent upon Gattis School Road Segment 6, will take 30 months to complete Project details: expanding to a Žve-lane divided arterial with a continuous left-turn lane 8 Kenney Fort Boulevard A Segment 5 B Segment 6 Estimated completion: winter 2028 (Segment 5), summer 2029 (Segment 6) Project details: two-lane road expanding to a six-lane divided arterial with sidewalks 9 Gattis School Road Future projects 6 CR 118 Estimated completion: 2027

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side are part of a larger $1.9 billion transportation master plan, which was updated in 2023. A closer look Creating additional capacity along constrained roadways is one issue the city is taking head-on, as right-of-way-constrained streets like Gattis School Road and Red Bud Lane enter diŽerent stages in the widening process. A constrained roadway means there is limited room on either side to widen it, and some designs must be recon gured. One of the ways this will be done, Pohlmeyer said, is by removing the center turn lanes from sections of the road, such as on Gattis School Road. Gattis School Road and Red Bud Lane will be constructed out to six and four lanes, respectively. Projects underway are what Pohlmeyer said are “ultimate sections,” or as wide as they will be able to be built. He said they will accommodate the city’s projected build-out of 270,000-330,000 residents.

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The big picture The 13 road projects set to be completed over the next ve years make up a collection of extensions, connections between existing roads and widenings to allow for increased trac capacity, said Michael Thane, director of public works. He said the timing of these projects comes in anticipation of growth in the city’s northeast and addressing constraints in the southeast. Another factor is the availability of funding secured by city ocials, said Gerald Pohlmeyer, the city’s capital improvement program manager. “The council that we have now has put a high priority on getting funding to build out a number of these arterials,” he said. “We knew development was going to continue to come. As long as we can build out these arterials, it should keep our level of service close to where it is now.” The $293 million in road projects for the city’s east

A Segment 2 B Segment 4 C Segment 5 D Segment 6

Estimated completion: spring 2028 (Segment 2), fall 2027 (segments 4 and 5), March 2027 (Segment 6) Project details: expand the section of road and improve pedestrian facilities, widen the four- lane roadway to a six-lane major divided arterial, improvements to sidewalks and bike paths

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