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1 week ago | 
communityimpact.com | Sarah Hernandez |Haley McLeod
Now openParish BarbecueThe barbecue food truck from pitmaster Holden Fulco opened in the backyard of Batch Craft Beer & Kolaches. Fulco is a previous manager of Interstellar BBQ, who spent seven years at Franklin Barbecue and helped open Pinkerton’s Barbecue in downtown San Antonio. Pitmaster Jake Haygood is also on the team, with experience from Terry Black’s BBQ and Interstellar BBQ.
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2 weeks ago | 
communityimpact.com | Dacia Garcia |Sarah Hernandez |Haley McLeod
Now openBanyan & Bamboo Day Spa & Med SpaThe spa offers a range of beauty treatments, from rejuvenating facials and massage therapy to advanced aesthetic procedures. Owner Jennifer Rushing bought the existing day spa, Austin Urban Retreat, last year and has rebranded and relaunched it as a complete medical spa. Banyan & Bamboo Day Spa & Med Spa offers packages and membership opportunities. Opened April 23005 S. Lamar Blvd., Ste.
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1 month ago | 
communityimpact.com | Sarah Hernandez |Haley McLeod
Now openATX Pizza Co.The new pizzeria is now serving New England-style pizzas, calzones, wings and subs. ATX Pizza Co. offers takeout and delivery services only, and operates out of 5610 Food Co in East Austin. Opened Jan. 255610 N. I-35, Austinwww.atxpizzaco.com Check out these businesses that are now open, coming soon, relocated, renovating or have recently closed in East Austin.
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1 month ago | 
communityimpact.com | Elisabeth Jimenez |Haley McLeod |Ben Thompson
All-Star Sports CampType: sportsAges: 5-14 years oldDates: May 26-Aug. 18Cost: $245 per week for half days; $395 per week for full days9501 Menchaca Road, Austinwww.AllStarSportsCamp.org Summer is just around the corner, which means school districts will let students out for the break. Parents looking for camps for their children have a number of options to choose from in Southwest Austin and Dripping Springs.
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1 month ago | 
communityimpact.com | Elisabeth Jimenez |Haley McLeod |Ben Thompson
All Saints’ Episcopal Day SchoolType: educationAges: 3-6 years oldDates: May 27-July 18; two-week-long sessionsCost: $630-$765 per session209 W. 27th St., Austinwww.allsaintseds.org Summer is just around the corner, which means school districts will let students out for the break. Parents looking for camps for their children have a number of options to choose from in Central Austin.
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1 month ago | 
communityimpact.com | Elisabeth Jimenez |Haley McLeod |Ben Thompson
All Saints’ Episcopal Day SchoolType: educationAges: 3-6 years oldDates: May 27-July 18; two-week-long sessionsCost: $630-$765 per session209 W. 27th St., Austinwww.allsaintseds.org Summer is just around the corner, which means school districts will let students out for the break. Parents looking for camps for their children have a number of options to choose from in Central Austin.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
communityimpact.com | Haley McLeod
Picture painting, but with yarn. The Outrun Hour, a newly opened business in South Austin, is offering the community a fresh creative outlet, owner Zane Pickett said. The detailsThe studio features a synthwave-inspired rug tufting studio, reinforced by the space’s unique cyberpunk cityscape, complete with vibrant neon lights. Whether a pro or new to the craft, Pickett encourages every experience level to come make their own “one-of-a-kind” creation.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
communityimpact.com | Haley McLeod
The city of Austin announced the completion of road improvements along San Jacinto Boulevard and Trinity Street earlier this month, a project aimed at enhancing transportation options and improving safety. About the projectThe result of a partnership between the city of Austin and public transit agency CapMetro, the road project included the creation of new transit priority lanes for buses and protected bike lanes, as well as improved pedestrian crossings along the two intercity roadways.
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Jan 17, 2025 | 
communityimpact.com | Haley McLeod
Public transit provider Capital Metro is proposing an update to its fare payment system, recommending a tap-to-pay system that would go into effect beginning in March. Fares are not changing, only the way to pay for fares, staff said. The whySamantha Baez, CapMetro’s executive vice president of experience and engagement, highlighted the advantages of the new system during a public hearing Jan. 15. “It is more seamless; it is faster and more reliable than what we are currently using,” she said.
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Jan 16, 2025 | 
communityimpact.com | Haley McLeod
Those driving in North or Central Austin during the long weekend can expect road closures and possible traffic disruptions beginning Jan. 18, according to the city's Transportation and Public Works Department. What you need to know1. Austin International Half MarathonPartial and full road closures will be in effect for the Austin International Half Marathon beginning at 7 a.m. Jan. 18 and expected to reopen following the race Jan. 19.
