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Check out these eight North Austin updates, including recently opened businesses, milestone anniversaries and recent closings. This list is not comprehensive.
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Loveweld
The permanent jewelry company has opened a new flagship studio, marking a relocation and expansion after five years on South Congress Avenue. Founded in 2020, the Austin-based brand specializes in custom jewelry made with 14-karat gold and sterling silver.
The holistic mental health clinic has expanded with a new location. Founded in 2016 by husband-and-wife Brent and Andrea Turnipseed, The family-owned clinic provides treatment options including psychiatry, psychotherapy, ketamine therapy and transcranial magnetic stimulation.
The shop offers gifts sourced from Asia, including toys such as blind boxes, stationary and beauty products. Ellicor has six other Texas locations, and this is the brand’s first in Austin.
The national fitness center opened its new flagship after closing at 9101 Research Blvd., Austin. The opening coincided with the company’s 60th anniversary. The chain has 10 established locations in Austin, but the new 30,000 square foot facility features strength equipment, HIIT and functional training zones, a performance area, a recovery room, dry saunas and more.
Viva Day + Med Spa
The women-founded company is celebrating its 20th anniversary. Viva Day + Med Spa launched its first location with only eight employees in 2005. The company now operates four locations throughout Austin and Round Rock. The brand offers cosmetic injectables, laser treatments, advanced skin care services, massages and more.
For the last 50 years, Sue Patrick has offered clothing for men, women and children. The store carries several local brands and features Texas-themed styles and gifts.
The coffee shop from owner Josh Brown celebrated 20 years of business in June. In February, the cafe moved to its current location in partnership with Russell’s Bakery after the longstanding location on West Anderson Lane was forced to close after the property was sold.
Modern Animal
The veterinary clinic’s North Austin location closed after opening in December. The clinic’s staff moved to the business’s other two locations in Mueller and South Lamar. The veterinary office offers membership plans which provide clients with free exams, on-demand video consultations, 24/7 chat and phone support and more.
