Leander Impacts — July 2007

Leander Impacts — July 2007

Saturday, 07 July 2007

1. Dentist now wide open

Leander Dental Care, 604 Crystal Falls Parkway, opened in June. Dr. Roy McCormick provides full service general dentistry with a focus on modern technologies such as digital x-rays, which emit less radiation, and ultrasonic cleanings, which can be faster and more comfortable than traditional sessions. Other services include everything from crowns, bridges, and implant restorations to porcelain veneers and professional tooth whitening. For more information, call 260-0111 or visit www.Leanderdental.com.

Mortgage tools

Texas Family Mortgage, a home-based enterprise providing residential and commercial lending services and education, recently joined the chamber of commerce. It offers CredeXpert credit analysis, which generates scenarios and credit score impacts to allow clients to see exactly what they need to do for a better credit score. For more information, call Teresa Beaird at 402-8324 or visit www.txfamilymortgage.com.

2. Gateway going up

Seven tenants have inked deals for space in the Gateway at Leander shopping center, a project of Development 2000 on the northwest corner of Crystal Falls Parkway and US 183. Lowe’s home improvement store will occupy the south end of the development, while Kohl’s department store will have the north end. IBC Bank, Taco Bell, McDonald’s, Starbucks and Regions Bank will occupy locations fronting US 183. For more information, visit www.development2000.com/gateway.asp.

3. Classical cruisin’

The City of Leander and the Greater Leander Chamber of Commerce scheduled a classic car show from 5 to 8 p.m. July 21 in Old Town Leander. The Austin Thunderbird Owners, Central Texas Stangs, Falcon Club, Corvette Club, Studebakers and others will show cars while Elvis impersonators and the Travis Kings perform. For more information, call Kirk Clennan, Leander economic development director, 528-2852 or Mary Bradshaw, Leander Chamber of Commerce executive director, 259-1907.

4. Hee Haw in Leander

Way Off Broadway Community Players, 10960 E. Crystal Falls Parkway, will present an adaptation of the variety show “Hee Haw” at 8 p.m. July 20 and 21. Based on the TV variety show, “Hee Haw” offers corny jokes and live music provided by Borrowed Time and including Hee Haw favorites “Where O Where.” Tickets are $10 for adults, $9 for seniors and students. For more information, call 336-8966 or visit www.wobcp.org.

5. Salons open

TGF Hair Salon celebrated a grand opening July 14 at The Forum shopping center, 651 US 183, Ste. 240. Hours of operation are Monday through Thursday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. and Sunday noon - 5 p.m. For more information, call 260-3443. Luxury Nails also opened in The Forum July 6. Hours are Monday through Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. For more information, call 259-0889.

6. State of the county

Congressman John Carter will deliver the State of Williamson County address from 9 to 11 a.m. Aug. 15 at the Central Baptist Church, 1650 CR 271. RSVP to 528-2852 or 259-1907 by Aug. 6.

Leander online

An online directory promoting Leander was launched July 14. Created by local entrepreneur Gabrielle Melisende, the site offers four levels of listing ranging from free to $49.95. Non-profit organizations are eligible for free basic listings. For more information, call 260-7886 or visit www.GuidetoLeander.com.

7. Expanding medicine

Hill Country Family Health Specialists, 902 Crystal Falls Parkway, has expanded to include Quest Diagnostics, which will perform lab work, and Skin Esteem for Botox treatment and laser hair removal. For more information, call 259-2222 or visit www.hcfamilyhealth.yourmd.com.

8. Coffee and a book

Rising Star Café, beside the Leander Public Library, 1011 S. Bagdad Road, is open for business. Hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. and Sunday noon – 5 p.m. Library patrons can take their coffee with them to browse the books. For more information, call the library at 259-5259 and ask for the coffee shop or visit www.youseemore.com/leander.

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