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Austin metro

Whataburger comes to Austin-Bergstrom International Airport

Texas fast-food burger chain Whataburger opened a new Austin location Jan. 28 in the cell phone lot of Austin-Bergstrom International Airport.

Pinballz adds ax-throwing facilities to Buda, Northwest Austin locations



Pinballz Kingdom, which contains a full-service restaurant and three bars, unveiled its new ax-throwing facility Jan. 15.

Southwest Austin

Locker Room Haircuts to open first Austin location in April on South Congress Ave.

The sports-themed barber shop will specialize in men’s and children’s haircuts and beard trimmings. Customers also receive a complimentary beverage and shampoo treatment with each haircut.


Georgetown

Georgetown's onion dome returns to the Square

The onion dome returned to the Georgetown Square on Jan. 27.

The new dome is the third to sit atop the Old Masonic Lodge Building, which currently houses restaurant Gumbo’s North, building owner Chris Damon said.


18 Carrot Bakery to expand plus more Georgetown business news

The sweet shop 18 Carrot Bakery will expand to take its entire space Feb. 1 after Sip ‘N Stain will leave at the end of January.

Lake Travis-Westlake

West Austin couple launches pop-up picnic company


Husband-wife duo Franco and Hillary Coniglione began a new business venture Jan. 5 in the West Austin area to provide a safe, fun experience for families and friends amid the coronavirus pandemic.

Upscale, Boston-style Italian restaurant to open in Bee Cave and more business news from Lake Travis area

An upscale, Boston-inspired, Italian restaurant will begin serving customers Jan. 30 in Bee Cave. Ellera will open at 12432 Bee Caves Road, Bee Cave to serve pasta and seafood dishes, cocktails and a range of Italian wines and craft beers.

Williamson County


Here is what you need to know about vaccine distribution in Williamson County

With all the confusion surrounding vaccinations in Williamson County, here are some keys things you need to know.

Brian Rash, Ali Linan, Nicholas Cicale, Olivia Aldridge and Amy Rae Dadamo contributed to this report.