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Georgetown / Hutto / Taylor Impacts - March 2010

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By Community Impact Newspaper Staff Friday, 12 March 2010

Now Open

1. Sports coaches Matt and Katie Swartz formed the outdoor fitness program Body Transform Fitness for men and women of all ages and fitness levels March 1. The group meets at San Gabriel Park, 445 E. Morrow St., four times a week for four-week sessions. Call 944-6137 or visit www.bodytransformfitness.com.

2. Golf specialty store Golf Ranch is scheduled to open at the Wolf Ranch Town Center in mid-March. Located at 1019 W. University Ave., Ste. 310, the locally owned shop managed by Dan and Loralee St. John features golf supplies, gifts and apparel and offers repair services and instruction. Call 863-4573.

3. Harden Healthcare recently launched the long-term care company MBS Integrated Care, which will be headquartered in Georgetown at 501 S. Austin Ave. Dr. Maryann Choi was named chief medical officer to carry out the company’s mission of providing geriatric care at long-term care facilities, in hospice settings and at residences. Call 868-9078 or visit www.hardenhealthcare.com.

Coming Soon

4. Just Between Friends children’s and maternity consignment event takes place March 25 to 27 at the Georgetown Church of Christ, 1525 W. University Ave. Individuals interested in consigning merchandise, such as nursery items, strollers, cribs, clothes and toys, can document and tag their inventory online and then bring items to the church to earn up to 70 percent on sales. Merchandise not sold is donated to the Pregnancy Help Center of Williamson County and other charities. Call 817-223-1020 or visit www.jbfsale.com.

5. Managers of Zio’s Italian Kitchen plan to open the casual dining restaurant in Wolf Ranch, 1015 W. University Ave., on March 22 in the former Village Inn building. The Georgetown location is the San Antonio–based company’s 17th location, but the only one in Central Texas. Visit www.zios.com.

6. The Exchange at Annarella Consignment Boutique, 800 S. Austin Ave., Ste. A, began accepting children’s brand-name and high-quality apparel for resale March 8 and will open the Kids Exchange March 15. The store will also carry a custom-made clothing line, Annarella Girl. Call 864-9822.

Relocating

7. Georgetown Realtor Marcy Urban relocated Urban Homes and Land to 204 S. IH 35, Ste. 201, on Feb. 13 from her location near the Square at 1102 S. Austin Ave., Ste. 106. Urban said she hoped her new location would give her business more exposure and the opportunity to expand. Call 763-1500 or visit www.urbanhomesandland.com.

4. The Just Between Friends children’s and maternity consignment event takes place March 25–27 at the Georgetown Church of Christ. Courtesy Just Between Friends; 15. Optometrist Sarah Johle, owner of Hutto Family Eye Care, was recognized as the small business of the year by the Hutto Area Chamber of Commerce Feb. 20. Photo by Suzanne Haberman; 18. Restaurant owner Lance Kirkpatrick and bartender Cheryl Blankenship recently opened Mimosa in Taylor. Photo by Suzanne Haberman

Under New Ownership

8. Karim and Jeana Aliani recently purchased Paisano’s Pizza and Pasta, 1211 Leander Road, Ste. 1211. The purchase came after Karim apprenticed to learn the original Italian recipes under the previous owners, Guiseppe and Rosa Pepe, who opened the restaurant in 1997. Call 863-6344.

In the News

9. The nonprofit organization Court Appointed Special Advocates, 605 E. University Ave., welcomed 10 volunteers Feb. 19 during a swearing-in ceremony conducted by Judge Suzanne Brooks. CASA volunteer guardians advocate for the interests of children in court under custody of the Texas Department of Family Services. Since forming in October 2009, approximately 13 citizens have taken the 30 hours of coursework to become volunteers. Call 868-2822 or visit www.casawctx.com.

10. The Georgetown Health Foundation, 1500 W. University Ave., Ste. 103, and St. David’s Foundation donated $100,000 to the nonprofit Capital IDEA Feb. 23 to help support adults pursuing healthcare professions through educational scholarships. Funds from the Georgetown Health Foundation will be awarded to qualifying Williamson County residents. Visit www.capitalidea.org or www.gthf.org.

11. Justus Foods Inc., 2522 Shell Road, Ste. B, the Georgetown-based company that manufactures Today's Farm's freeze-dried fruits, earned the recognition as small business of the year at the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce banquet Jan. 29. Call 868-5101 or visit www.justusfoods.com.

Relocating

12. The day habilitation center for adults with developmental disabilities, Beyond the Limits, moved from 677 W. Front St. to 104 S. FM 1660 in mid-February. The new facility is larger and sits on 1.5 acres with an on-site walking trail and garden through a partnership with Keep Hutto Beautiful. Call 846-1030 or visit www.beyondthelimits-hutto.com.

In the News

13. A traffic signal is planned for the intersection of Carl Stern Boulevard and S. FM 1660. The process is in the design stages and the Texas Department of Transportation will install the equipment in late 2010. The City of Hutto estimates the cost of installation to be $300,000. Visit www.huttotx.gov.

14. Gulf Coast Paper Company Inc., 519 Tradesmen Park Drive, won the large business of the year award at the Hutto Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual banquet Feb. 20. The company distributes paper products, janitorial and office supplies. Call 846-1199 or visit www.gulfcoastpaper.com.

15. The Hutto Area Chamber of Commerce also recognized Hutto Family Eye Care, 202 E. Hwy. 79, as the small business of the year. Call 846-1004 or visit www.huttofamilyeyecare-visionsource.com.

Hutto Independent School District Superintendent David Borrer was arrested Feb. 24 and charged with assault by contact, family violence, a Class C misdemeanor, according to Williamson County documents. As of March 4 Borrer had been placed on a 30-day paid administrative leave by the school board.

Closing the Doors

16. The Hutto Humane Society recently disbanded as former president Mahlon Arnett said the interests of Hutto animals were being met by the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter, 1855 S.E. Inner Loop in Georgetown. The Hutto Humane Society donated remaining funds to Hutto’s no-cost spay and neuter program and the Association of Certified Cruelty Investigators. Call 869-1893.

Now Open

17. Consignment boutique Antiques & Things recently opened at 900 W. Second St. Owner Sybil Gole manages the store’s wide array of merchandise including dishes, candles, jewelry, crafts, vintage clothing and more. Husband Dan Vanecek of Dan’s Upholstery offers refurbished furniture for sale at the location. Call 352-2257.

18. Lance and Jamie Kirkpatrick opened the restaurant Mimosa at 120 W. Fourth St. on Feb. 14. Lance brings 20 years of restaurant experience to fuse home-style fare with fine dining touches. The menu features daily quiche, soups, salads, sandwiches, ribeye and chicken fried steaks. Mimosa is open Monday to Wednesday 6 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday to Saturday 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. for a buffet-style brunch. Call 309-1642.

In the News

19. The Taylor Chamber of Commerce honored Brookshire Insurance Agency as the small business of the year at its annual chamber banquet Jan. 21. Located at 1611 Old Granger Road, the independent agency has served Central Texas since 1973. Call 365-2241 or visit www.brookshireins.com.

Chambers of Commerce honor local businesses, residents

Georgetown, Hutto and Taylor’s chambers of commerce celebrated the accomplishments of community members during 2009 at their annual banquets.

During the ceremonies held in the first quarter of 2010, the chambers honored outstanding businesses, organizations and citizens.

Visit more.impactnews.com/7433 for a complete list of honorees in each city and additional web content.

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