Read the latest business and community news from Central Texas.
Williamson County
Registration for Williamson County COVID-19 vaccines now open
Eligible individuals interested in receiving a COVID-19 vaccine can now register on the Family Hospital Systems website, according to a Jan. 19 news release.
Southwest Austin
Digital Realty bringing HQ to Southwest Parkway; Marco's Pizza coming soon and more South Austin business news
Ohio-based restaurant chain Marco’s Pizza announced Dec. 17 that it will be adding 20 new locations across Texas by the end of 2025, including one in South Austin located at the Cannon West shopping center at 6800 Westgate Blvd., Austin.
Drippings Springs cancels Founders Day festival for the second year in a row
For the second year in a row, Dripping Springs’ annual spring festival, Founders Day, has been canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Leander-Cedar Park
Get messy on purpose, enjoy lake views at Art Barn ATX in Leander
Art Barn ATX is more than a studio—it is a creative destination. Apart from making unique crafts, visitors can picnic beneath the trees outside, swing, visit the on-site chickens and play vintage video games in the on-site arcade.
My Eyelab opening in Cedar Park, plus 2 more local businesses coming soon
Read about these three businesses coming soon to Leander and Cedar Park.
Round Rock-Pflugerville-Hutto
Smokey Creek Cajun Bar and Grill now serving in Round Rock, plus 2 other area business updates
Smokey Creek Cajun Bar and Grill opened Jan. 7 at 910 Round Rock Ave., Round Rock. The restaurant specializes in New Orleans-inspired menu items, including Cajun-themed appetizers and dishes, seafood and po'boys.
Ali Linan, Nicholas CIcale, Taylor Girtman, Kelsey Thompson and Sally Grace Holtgrieve contributed to this report.