San Marcos - Buda - Kyle Edition | February 2026

BY AMANDA CUTSHALL & MICHAEL MILLIORN

include site and foundation preparation. • 1603 Hwy. 80, San Marcos • https://sun-techelectric.com

freezer and cooler. • 1350 Leah Avenue, San Marcos • www.samsclub.com/club/4958-san-marcos-tx 8 H€E€B convenience store The grocery store chain is set to begin construction of its œrst convenience store in San Marcos on July 20. The 6,000-square-foot, $4 million project is expected to be completed on Feb. 26, 2027. The H-E-B convenience store will oer on-the-go food options, a fuel station and a car wash. This will be the fourth H-E-B option in San Marcos, following the third store’s opening later this year. • 3375 S. I-35, San Marcos • www.heb.com 9 Dollar General Construction on the city’s œfth Dollar General began on the southeast side of town on Jan. 15. The 10,640-square-foot general store’s construction is

Coming soon

Closings

11 Francesca’s The retail chain started the process of liquidating all merchandise and closing all stores in mid-January. A speciœc closing date for the San Marcos location has not yet been determined. • Began liquidating Jan. 14 • San Marcos Premium Outlets, 3939 N. I-35, Ste. 185, San Marcos • www.francescas.com

12 Playa Bowls The frozen fruit-treat eatery specializes in fresh acai bowls. Customers can choose a bowl option from the menu or build their own by selecting a base and toppings. Other menu items include smoothies, juices, cold brews and oatmeal. • Opens by early August • 817 Chestnut St., San Marcos • www.playabowls.com

Worth the trip

estimated to be completed by July 1. • 149 Wheat Field Lane, San Marcos • www.dollargeneral.com

Pinthouse Brewing The fourth location of Pinthouse Brewing celebrated its œve-year anniversary on Jan. 6. Pinthouse has several locations across the greater Austin area, serving specialty beer, pizzas and shareable bites. • 2201 E. Ben White Blvd., Austin • www.pinthouse.com

10 Sun-Tech Electrical Contractors A $50,000 renovation began in November and is expected to be completed by April. The family-owned business provides water and wastewater electrical services. According to property records, the work will

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