From medical care to child care to automotive care, check out these four locally owned businesses now open or coming soon to the Dripping Springs area.

Now open

Ally Medical

Ally Medical opened an emergency room in downtown Dripping Springs at 333 Hwy. 290, Ste. 350, Dripping Springs. The location is led by Medical Director Dr. Travis Sims and operates 24/7. The emergency room held a ribbon-cutting with the Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce to celebrate July 20. 737-843-0911. www.allymedical.com

Eyecare Studio


Eyecare Studio opened Aug. 1 at 333 Hwy. 290, Ste. 419, Dripping Springs. Eyecare Studio is an independent optometry practice from Dr. Priya Patel. The practice specializes in myopia control and ocular diseases. Additionally, the practice offers an optical boutique with eyewear and sunglasses. 512-375-4125. www.eyecarestudioatx.com.

Coming soon

Over Yonder

Over Yonder Nature School will be located at 5000 Bell Springs Drive, Dripping Springs, later this year. Over Yonder will serve families with children 6 weeks to 5 years old, offering the ability to allow students to explore outside. Rescue animals such as pigs and chickens will be available for children to interact with, and lunches and snacks will be provided by Hamilton Pool Vineyards and Farms. Over Yonder is owned by local couple Christen and Dustin Werley. 512-212-6895. www.overyondernatureschool.com


Christian Brothers Automotive

Christian Brothers Automotive will open an auto repair shop at 100 Canyonwood Drive, Dripping Springs, in early 2024. The location will be owned by locals Mark and Sweta David. Christian Brothers offers services including air conditioning repair, oil and filter changes, tire rotations, and courtesy inspections. www.cbac.com