Leander Impacts — December 2006

Leander Impacts — December 2006

Thursday, 07 December 2006

1. Capital Metro Provides WIFI

To provide Internet access for passengers, Capital Metro launched Mobile WIFI service in November on Express buses that run from Leander. The WIFI-enabled buses feature Capital Metro WIFI decals to make boarding passengers aware of these capabilities. Capital Metro will also offer additional WIFI service at the Leander Park & Ride facility when it opens in Spring 2007.

2. Business Relocates

WR Woodworking is expanding and moving its offices from Liberty Hill to 1103 Leander Dr. The company specializes in building butcher-block countertops, using woods such as Mesquite, Pecan, Maple, Walnut and Oak. For more information, call 825-8534 or visit their website.

3. Bank Opens

Chase Bank will open its first Leander location Dec. 28 by the new H-E-B Plus! at 651 N. US 183, Suite D. The locally-hired staff has more than 75 years combined experience in banking service, with the branch manager working in the area since the 1980s. Jan. 27, the business will celebrate with an open-to-the-public event that will include special offerings and entertainment. For more information, call 260-1266.

4. Shopping Center Brings Retail, Services

A new shopping center at 2800 Bagdad Road is opening three new businesses in December. According to Stuart Shapiro, leasing manager, space is still available to lease. For more information, call 358-8042.

• Anytime Fitness was the first business in the center to open Dec. 11 offering service 24-hours a day, seven days a week. For membership information, call 260-9797 or visit their website.
• Owners Jose and Theresa Santamaria opened Skate Culture, a skateboard and apparel store, Dec. 15, adjacent to Anytime Fitness.
• Z’s Family Hair Salon and Spa will also open providing haircuts, acrylic nails, highlights and other services. To celebrate its grand opening the salon will give 50 percent off haircuts until the end of January, along with 25 percent off any other products or services. For more information, call 260-0450 or visit their website.

5. Pharmacy Preps for Grand Opening

A new CVS Pharmacy at FM 1431 and Bagdad Road will open in 2007. CVS has more than 6,000 stores in 43 states with a goal of providing outstanding service and value to customers while meeting healthcare needs and making the overall shopping experience as easy as possible.

6. New Year’s Eve Wine Dinner

Selene’s Bistro will host a New Year’s Eve wine dinner Dec. 31 at 9:00 p.m. The restaurant is located at 1906 S. Bagdad Rd. For details on the menu or to make reservations, call 528-9595.

7. Christmas Tree Recycling

The city of Leander will recycle Christmas trees at Robin Bledsoe Park for residents Dec. 26 - Jan. 14. A designated drop-off site will be set up at the Bledsoe Park parking lot. The City reminds recyclers to remove all lights and ornaments before dropping off your tree. The trees will be shredded and mulch will be available to the general public. For more information, call 528-2700.

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