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P ugerville Hutto Edition VOLUME 19, ISSUE 4 DEC. 11, 2023 JAN. 12, 2024
Retail ramps up
Academy Sports + Outdoors is one of several businesses to have recently opened in Hutto.
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Hutto anticipates boost in sales tax revenue as city attracts dozens of restaurants, retailers
Two centers along Hwy. 79, TownWest Commons and The Co-Op District, have garnered much of this attention and are expected to serve as retail hubs for the community.
recently move into Hutto, as area developers have been constructing new spaces in an e ort to attract potential tenants. The available land, in addition to a growing economy and population, has drawn interest from both regional and national brands.
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After standing in line overnight, over 150 Hutto area residents waited for the grand opening of Academy Sports + Outdoors on Nov. 17. The sports out tter is one of several businesses to
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Impacts: Spec’s opens P ugerville location (Page 8)
Government: Plans advance for Downtown East project (Page 13)
Education: Search for PfISD superintendent begins (Page 16)
Dining: Hutto bakery serves handmade treats (Page 25)
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Dec. 21 Ribbon Cutting at Noon at Affinity Wells Branch 14508 Owen-Tech Blvd., Austin Jan. 4 Ribbon Cutting at Noon at Pigtails & Crewcuts 19101 Limestone Commercial Dr., Ste. 100, Pflugerville Jan. 5 Happy Hour 5-7 p.m. at Infusion Dance 1202 FM 685, Ste. C8, Pflugerville Free for Members Jan. 9 Monthly Luncheon 11:45 a.m.-1 p.m. Speaker Faith Warren, SCORE Austin will talk about ChatGPT and Artificial Intelligence $25 members, $35 nonmembers • Register online Spare Time Texas 1724 FM 685, Pflugerville Merry Christmas to all of our Pflugerville Chamber members!
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4 Piper & Paul A new location of Taylor-based Piper & Paul opened in Round Rock in November. Owned by Stacey Sellers, the dog grooming salon and boutique offers a full roster of services, including teeth brushing, nail trimming, ear cleaning and full-body bathing massages. • Opened Nov. 13 • 3200 Greenlawn Blvd., Ste. 140, Round Rock • www.facebook.com/piperandpaulgrooming 5 Mayfield Ranch Dental Mayfield Ranch Dental recently opened in Round Rock. The office, led by Drs. Jai Kolliboyana and Juhi Hirpara, offers dental exams, cleanings, wisdom teeth removal, sedation dentistry, implants, full mouth rehabilitation and Invisalign treatment. • Opened Nov. 23 • 3100 FM 1431, Ste. 500, Round Rock • www.facebook.com/mayfieldranchdental
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2 Dolce Dance A new dance studio is offering dance classes for all ages. The studio is owned by local Tiffany Jones and provides classes in jazz, ballet, lyrical and more. • Opened Nov. 6 • 2000 N. Mays St., Ste. 130, Round Rock • www.dolcedancetexas.com 3 Daiso The storefront offers a variety of Japanese-inspired goods, such as home decor, food items and stationery. This is the chain’s second location in the Central Texas area, with another store open at 6929 Airport Blvd., Austin. • Opened Nov. 18
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1 Usta Kababgy Round Rock The Mediterranean grill offers halal cuisine including chicken shawarma, falafel and lamb tikka. The restaurant also serves smoothies and dessert. The first of Usta Kababgy opened in Austin in 2019. • Opened Sept. 29 • 1400 E. Old Settlers Blvd., Ste. 110, Round Rock • www.ustakababgy.com
7 Raku AYCE Sushi, Sukiyaki, Buffet & Bar Raku AYCE Sushi, Sukiyaki, Buffet & Bar will soon occupy a space in Sky Ridge Plaza formerly home to Fogueira Gaúcha Brazilian Steakhouse, per a representative of parent company Umi Sushi & Seafood Buffet. The all- you-can-eat buffet is owned by local Sam Wang. • Opening in December or January • 2000 S. I-35 Frontage Road, Ste. C2, Round Rock • www.umibuffet.com
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8 Clean Juice Clean Juice, a franchise serving organic smoothies and juices, recently opened its second Austin-area location in Round Rock. Along with its signature cold-pressed juices, the store also serves salads, wraps and acai bowls. The other Austin location is in the William Cannon area. • Opened Nov. 11 • 2800 S I-35 Frontage Road, Ste. 315, Round Rock • www.cleanjuice.com/location/round-rock-tx
11 Floyd’s 99 Barbershop Floyd’s 99 Barbershop recently opened in the Market at Round Rock shopping center. The barber shop provides hair coloring services, beard trims, waxing, fade haircuts and straight- razor shaves as well as a signature massage shampoo and shoulder massage at the end of every appointment. The chain has locations across several states, including Texas. • Opened Nov. 8 • 110 N I-35, Round Rock • www.floydsbarbershop.com
13 Smiling Donuts The Pflugerville doughnut shop Smiling Donuts is expanding to Round Rock in February. The shop is locally owned by Jamie Muor, and the new location will sell its signature combo of doughnuts, pastries and boba teas. • Opening February 2024 • 4510 Gattis School Road, Round Rock • https://smiling-donuts.business.site
9 Macs A gourmet macaroni and cheese shop will soon join the dining options at Kalahari Resorts and Convention Center in Round Rock. The restaurant’s menu includes cheesy macs, crispy salads and various desserts. • Opening this winter
2024. Owner Arathi Kumar said she was the first to open a Kumon tutoring center in Round Rock 24 years ago. The grand opening will be held Jan. 17, and the former location at Beck Commons shopping center will stop offering classes Jan. 14. • Opening Jan. 2 • 17261 Smyers Lane, Round Rock • www.kumon.com/round-rock-west/aboutcenter
originated in Dallas and now has franchise locations statewide. HTeaO’s menu offers a variety of tea and coffee options. HTeaO still has a few stages of review left before a permit is issued and construction begins. • 2331 E. Palm Valley Blvd., Round Rock • www.hteao.com 14 Thermasol Thermasol celebrated 65 years in business Oct. 19. The Altman family-owned and operated company sells steam showers, digital shower systems, saunas, and bathroom accessories. Thermasol was originally founded by David Altman in 1958. • 1958 Steam Way, Round Rock • www.thermasol.com
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12 HTeaO The city of Round Rock confirmed the HTeaO company has filed a permit for a location on Palm Valley Boulevard. The Texas-based beverage company
10 Round Rock West Kumon The Round Rock West Kumon is moving and will share a location with Aspire Vision Care at 17261 Smyers Lane in
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enrollment applications. The school will also offer before- and after-school care. Montessori child care is an educational approach that emphasizes child-led learning, individualized instruction and a prepared environment to foster independence in young children. • Opening January 2024 • 3607 Kelly Lane, Pflugerville • www.pinnaclemontessori.com/pflugerville 4 TRND Setters Barbershop The Texas-based TRND Setters Barbershop is set to open a new location in Pflugerville in January 2024. The barbershop offers custom fades, coloring, braiding and haircuts, as well as beard and brow trimming. There are four other locations in El Paso and one other Austin location at 9070 Research Blvd. • Opening January 2024 • 801 Wells Branch Parkway, Pflugerville • www.facebook.com/trndsettersbarbershopaustin
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6 Three Legged Goat The Three Legged Goat marked five years of operation in November. The bar, which opened in 2018, is owned by Jim McDonald, Marilyn Klassen, Dale “Woody” Woodkey and Chelsea Robertson, and features a 1,000-square- foot patio and exclusively serves Texas beers and wines. • 200 E. Pecan St., Ste. 5, Pflugerville • www.threeleggedgoattx.com
8 Casa Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant Located just next door to their old location, Casa Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant has moved to a new and larger space in Pflugerville. The new location effectively doubled the size of the old restaurant, Lenny Arellano, chief financial officer for Casa Garcia’s, previously told Community Impact . The restaurant now includes a dining room, patio and 21-tap beer selection. • Opened Oct. 26 • 15803 Windermere Drive, Ste. 604, Pflugerville • www.casagarcias.com
Closings
7 Pflugerville Nutrition Pflugerville Nutrition is now closed permanently. Business owner and Pflugerville resident Denise Stokes said she will not be renewing the lease. The shop sold shakes, teas and iced coffees. • Closed Nov. 18 • 2700 W Pecan St., Ste. 304, Pflugerville • www.facebook.com/pflugervillenutrition
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5 Pflour Shop Pflour Shop relocated within Pflugerville. The bakery, owned by April and Sam Saldana, is located next to Three Legged Goat in downtown Pflugerville. The shop sells cookies, cakes, pies and other baked goods. The business, which also has a location on Burnet Road in
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1 Academy Sports + Outdoors The new Academy Sports + Outdoors recently opened in Hutto. The 50,000-square-foot facility located within Townwest Commons is the national sports retailer’s first-ever “green build,” featuring solar panels on the roof to supplement the store’s energy during the day. • Opened Nov. 17 • 250 Alliance Blvd., Hutto • www.academy.com 2 EZShip+ EZShip+ recently opened in Hutto. The business provides a full range of mailing and shipping services, including mailbox rental, professional and custom shipping and packaging, document printing, scanning, faxing, secure shredding and notary services. • Opened Nov. 16 • 143 Exchange Blvd., Hutto • www.facebook.com/ezshipplus 3 The Learning Experience The center offers child care services for children 6
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6 TownePlace Suites by Marriott Developers broke ground Dec. 1 to make way for the new, four-story hotel. Plans for the property include 89 rooms, spanning 51,684 feet, as well as fully equipped kitchens and living areas. • Opening Spring 2025 • 411 Ed Schmidt Boulevard, Hutto • https://towneplacesuites.marriott.com
weeks old to 5 years old. The business uses hands-on activities as well as science, technology, engineering and math concepts to help children in their development. • Opened Dec. 4 • 10051 Mager Lane, Hutto • www.thelearningexperience.com/centers/ downtown-hutto
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4 Advance Auto Parts The store sells vehicle parts and offers free services, such as battery testing and scans for a check-engine light. • Opening Dec. 14 • 420 Chris Kelley Blvd., Hutto • https://shop.advanceautoparts.com 5 Sol Center Physical Therapy The facility offers specialized oncology rehabilitation, lymphedema treatment and other physical therapy services. The owner and founder is Dr. Melissa Cofer, who has over seven years of clinical experience. • Opening Jan. 16 • 3333 Co. Road 119, Ste. 40, Hutto • www.solcentertherapy.com
7 Hutto Premier Dentistry Hutto Premier Dentistry celebrated 15 years of being in business in November. Owned by Dr. John McEntire, the office treats patients as young as 12 months old and going up to senior adults. Services include general and cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, crown procedures, Invisalign, wisdom teeth removal, root
8 Covert Hutto Covert Hutto, a Ford and Chevrolet car dealership, celebrated its 25th anniversary Nov. 16. Covert Hutto was the sixth location for the Covert Auto Group, which was founded in 1909 and has 10 locations across the Austin metro area. The dealership offers a variety of Ford and Chevrolet trucks, SUVs and cars, as well as pre-used vehicles. The business also includes a service center to provide routine and essential vehicle maintenance.
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City council donates to school lunch program Pflugerville City Council awarded a $100,000 contribution to Pfood Pfairness, a nonprofit ded- icated to ensuring all students receive the same lunches regardless of financial status. The gist Brothers John and Maxx Amador, Hendrickson High School students, formed the Pfood Pfairness nonprofit this year after Pflugerville ISD instituted new student lunch debt policies. PfISD returned to pre-COVID-19 policies as the district is no longer receiving federal funding for student lunches, according to a statement from PfISD. The district is also responsible for outstand- ing lunch balances. This results in reduced funding for school programs and resources, according to PfISD, as the increasing debt being incurred by the district has amounted to over $180,000.
County approves EMS funding increase A growing number of nonemergency calls to Austin-Travis County Emergency Medical Services has prompted a $1.7 million funding boost from Travis County. The details About 10% of the calls ATCEMS receives are for life-threatening situations, EMS Chief Robert Luckritz said. Many of the remaining calls are a result of more residents using 911 in place of other health services. Commissioners approved increasing the county’s portion of the interlocal agreement with the city by 11% to $17.66 million. The additional $1.7 million will help fund ambulance coverage; increases for programs that connect patients with more appropriate health care resources; and supplies and equipment.
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Plans for Downtown East project move forward Pflugerville City Council gave developers the green light for the next phase of Downtown East, which will include a new city hall, recreation center and destination retail space. What’s happening? City Council approved a preliminary agreement with developers Griffin Swinerton LLC on Nov. 28, finalizing negotiations with the company for the first phase of building plans for the city-owned property located northeast of the Pecan Street and FM 685 intersection. “The most important thing that you can do is to start,” Griffin Swinerton representative Korin Crawford said. “[The city] needs to create a destination. ...We put together a Phase 1 that was doable and achievable that creates the momentum for the subsequent phases down the road.” Total cost for Phase 1 of the project is estimated
Hutto cemetery seeks historical status The Hutto City Council approved a motion Nov. 2 to submit an application to the Texas Historical Commission for the recognition of the Shiloh Black Cemetery as an untold historical marker. The overview The cemetery, once used as a dumping site, has been restored to its original, grassy resting grounds by the efforts of the Black Families of Hutto. The group has performed several cleanups over recent years. Receiving designation and signage from the Texas Historical Commission would help preserve the site from future vandalism, according to the group. The cemetery was opened in the 1800s during the times of segregation and holds the remains of an estimated 130 individuals.
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Williamson County road, park bonds approved Williamson County voters approved $884 million for park and road projects, the largest bond proposal ever placed on the ballot. The details Proposition A designates $825 million for road projects and Proposition B utilizes the remaining $59 million for parks projects. The road bond will be used to fund road projects including construc- tion, land acquisition, expansion and improve- ments for 38 sites within Williamson county. The parks bond money will fund projects like shared-use paths, facilities and land acquisition, ultimately contributing to the county’s overall vision of connectivity. The $59 million in proposed county park projects include: • Trail extension from Cedar Park’s Lakeline Park to Twin Lakes Park
RRISD voters approve tax rate increase Residents of Round Rock ISD cast ballots in races for a proposition to fund raises for teachers and sta in the Nov. 7 election. In a nutshell Proposition A asked voters to approve a measure that increases the RRISD tax rate by $0.03. According to the district, the funding will allow RRISD to award a 3% increase to eligible district employees. Of votes in both Williamson and Travis counties, 73.24% of ballots submitted were in favor of the initiative. What they’re saying Superintendent Hafedh Azaiez said ahead of the election that 85% of RRISD’s expenses are salaries and if the tax rate had failed the district would have to cut positions.
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• Williamson County Regional Park trail extension south toward Brushy Creek Regional Trail • Trail extension from Berry Springs Park and Preserve north and west toward Georgetown Westside Park along Berry Creek • Trail extension south and east along Brushy Creek near Sam Bass Road • Williamson County Expo Center improvements, including cover on west arena with restrooms and showers.
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BY GRANT CRAWFORD, KATY MCAFEE, HALEY MCLEOD & BROOKE SJOBERG
Majority of Travis County voters back the bond Travis County bonds passed with broad support in the Nov. 7 election. Overview Proposition A, which passed with 75.78% support, includes $233.06 million to improve and construct a slew of roads with shared-use paths throughout the county. The bond dollars are meant to fund the county’s Safe2 road design on several two-lane county roads without shoulders, such as Bee Creek Road in the Lake Travis area. Proposition B, which passed with 77.11% of the votes, totals $276.44 million and will fund new trails along Onion Creek, new trails around Gille- land Creek in P ugerville, and new sports elds at Bee Creek Sports Complex and Southeast Metro Park. Meanwhile, $200 million will go to acquiring green space and securing conservation easements.
P ugerville votes against council pay P ugerville residents voted against a measure to provide City Council members and the mayor compensation Nov. 7. The gist In the special election, voters were asked to decide on two propositions amending the city charter. Proposition A would have resulted in Council members receiving $9,000 annually and the mayor $12,000. The measure failed, with 52.48% votes going against it. Proposition B, which passed with 62.86% of the votes, eliminated the city’s executive assistant to City Council position. The executive assistant position includes serving as a point of contact for Council members, managing their calendars and assisting with collecting information.
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Education
BY BROOKE SJOBERG
Mobile learning lab for EMT academy unveiled P ugerville ISD’s Career and Technical Education program launched a new mobile learning lab for the district’s re and emergency medical technician training program Nov. 7. The overview In partnership with the P ugerville Community Development Corporation and Texas Workforce Commission, a refurbished ambulance out tted with dummies and supplies will allow PfISD students to have hands-on training for re and EMT services. It is funded by around $700,000 in grant funds from the PCDC and TWC, PCDC Executive Director Amy Madison said. Students who participate in the program are able to earn their EMT license and other credentials before graduating high school, which PfISD CTE Director Traci Hendrix says provides a leg up on others trying to enter the eld.
Superintendent search begins in PfISD P ugerville ISD will soon begin the search for a new superintendent after Superinten- dent Doug Killian was selected as the lone nalist in Cy-Fair ISD’s superintendent search. What’s happening? Killian was named as the lone nalist in Cy-Fair ISD’s search for a new superintendent Nov. 13. Pending a mandatory 21-day waiting period and a vote on his hiring by the school board, he said he expects to join the district sometime in early 2024 in a letter shared with district sta Nov. 13. What’s next? In the letter, Killian also said the board will initiate its own search and engage a rm to identify a candidate to ll his position, although he did not give a timeline.
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What they’re saying Michael Anderson, Travis County ESD No. 2 deputy assistant chief, said the ambulance will func- tion as a training facility, allowing for an alternative means of bringing new personnel into this branch of the medical eld. The Fire and Emergency Medical Technician Academy is part of the district’s greater CTE program that provides a variety of job development and career opportunities to students in the district via education and occupational training programs.
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Development
BY HALEY MCLEOD
Developers planning 113-acre site in Hutto Development plans for a 113-acre tract between SH 130 and Chris Kelly Boulevard in Hutto will combine residential options, a greenbelt, retail spaces and industrial showrooms within a single multipurpose location. Two-minute impact In a presentation to City Council Nov. 2, Fidelis developers introduced plans for a mixed-use development—to be known as Huggins Cross- ing—that would require a three-party agreement between developers, the city and Municipal Utility District 22. Developers anticipate 800-1,000 jobs will be cre- ated, and the development is expected to generate an estimated $9.8 million in annual property and sales tax revenue. Plans for the development include multifamily units, restaurant and retail space, a medical
Hutto Co-Op to get 6-story garage MA Partners, developers for The Co-Op District, announced Oct. 31 specifics for the construction of a new parking garage in the city’s downtown area. The overview As part of prior and revised agreements with the city, the developers for the 35-acre mixed-use development off Hwy. 79 moved plans forward, signing Walker Consultants for the planning, design and engineering services associated with the project. The six-story, 450-space parking garage will be tied to the new Jack Allen’s Kitchen planned for the site. Plans to finish construc- tion of the garage follow the restaurant’s timeline for opening in the summer of 2024.
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Transportation
BY GRANT CRAWFORD
City of Pflugerville to rehabilitate 7 roads Several Pflugerville roads are set for pavement rehabilitation after City Council on Nov. 14 approved a contract with Patin Construction to complete the city’s Neighborhood Street Recon- struction Package No. 2 project. Overview The project will include improvements to seven streets in Pflugerville, with the scope of work including resurfacing, curbing, pavement markings and signs. The city is expected to begin work on the project in January, with construction anticipated to last approximately 11 months. The $9.87 million project is funded by a 2020 voter-approved bond proposition. In addition, the council approved an agreement in the amount of $88,885 with Rock Engineering and Testing Laboratory, LLC, to con- duct asphalt, concrete and earthworks inspections.
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More homes were sold in Hutto compared to Pflugerville in October, according to data from the Austin Board of Realtors. Median home prices were down across the market. Prices in Pflugerville dipped the most in the market by nearly 13.5%.
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Community
BY HALEY MCLEOD
Holiday Events Guide
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December
Hometown Holidays Concert Series The city of Round Rock is hosting live music five nights a week throughout the downtown area, with concerts held at the Round Rock Library, Prete Plaza and various parklets. • Nov. 28-Dec. 23 • Free • Downtown Round Rock • www.roundrocktexas.gov/arts Menorah Lighting The event brings together Pflugerville’s diverse community, fostering a sense of unity as participants share the Hanukkah story. • Dec. 11, 6 p.m. • Free Hutto’s Pictures With Santa Event Children can take a picture with Mr. and Mrs. Claus while enjoying milk and cookies. • Dec. 19, 4-6 p.m. • Free (admission) • Covert Chevy Hutto, 1200A Hwy. 79 E., Hutto • www.covertfordhutto.com • 100 E. Main St., Pflugerville • www.jewishroundrock.com/pfl New Year’s Eve Silent Disco at REVL Social Club Guests will be given complimentary headphones to listen to three different DJs. There will also be craft cocktails, games and a champagne toast at midnight. • Dec. 31, 9 p.m.-1 a.m. • $20, ages 21 and up only • REVL Social Club, 16231 N. I-35 Frontage Road, Pflugerville • www.revlsocial.com
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• Jan. 1, time TBD • Free • Scott Mentzer Pool, 901 Old Austin Hutto Road, Pflugerville • https://parks.pflugervilletx.gov
New Year’s Eve Grand Buffet Kalahari Resorts and Conventions in Round Rock is hosting a New Year’s Eve buffet, inviting guests and the public to enjoy an array of holiday dishes. After the dinners, attendees get free admission to the resort’s New Year’s Eve Glow Party. • Dec. 31, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. • $95 (ages 13+), $40 (ages 4-12) • 3001 Kalahari Blvd., Round Rock • www.kalahariresorts.com/texas/things-to-do
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Winter Pfest Enjoy free winter activities and games for the family at the Pflugerville Library’s annual event.
• Jan. 13, 2-4 p.m. • Free (admission)
• 1008 W. Pfluger St., Pflugerville • https://library.pflugervilletx.gov
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Business
BY KAMERYN GRIESSER
Baked’nsconed o ers cookies, croissants and uniquely avored scones on a daily basis.
Owner Ti any Anders, left, opened the bakery with her family in 2013.
Hutto’s Baked’nsconed serves handmade treats
The bakery o ers customized cakes, cookies and cupcakes.
The menu also includes breakfast sandwiches, paninis and salads, and several co ee drinks. The present Anders said one of the biggest challenges she faced in recent years is food price in ation. “It’s been hard to keep up with ... Some things haven’t changed much, like co ee, but for others, it felt like I had to keep changing prices every few days,” Anders said. Quote of note “It’s peaceful, there’s no loud music, it’s calm, service is quick. This is what Hutto is all about,” said Claire Appleton, who’s been a Baked’nsconed customer for three years.
Owner Ti any Anders opened Hutto-based treat shop Baked’nsconed with her family in 2013. Before that, the Texas native was a pastry chef at Bistro M in McAllen, where she rst began experimenting with scone recipes. “When we rst got to Hutto, there was nothing really here in terms of restaurants. But because of that, I was able to build relationships with the city, catering with the police and re department and with the schools,” Anders said. The menu Baked’nsconed o ers cookies, croissants and uniquely avored scones on a daily basis, from lemon blueberry to white chocolate peppermint in the winter.
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