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My Salon Suite announced Dec. 17 it had opened a new location at 5601 Brodie Lane, Ste. 100, Sunset Valley, the company's second in the South Austin area. The 10,561-square-foot space includes 52 individual suites for beauty professionals, such as hair stylists and nail technicians, who can lease the space to operate their own businesses. The Sunset Valley location is managed by Austin resident Keith Jordan, who also manages the other My Salon Suites in Austin. 512-765-5573. www.mysalonsuiteaustin.com
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