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Northwest Austin Impacts — November 2007

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Wednesday, 07 November 2007

1. Austin Staffing on the move

After two years in its original location, Austin Staffing is moving to the Oak Point Building, 9111 Jollyville Road, Ste. 109. The two-year-old company is not only a temp agency, but also provides full-service staffing for local businesses. The move will allow Austin Staffing to triple its current staff. For more information, call 454-8367 or visit www.austinstaffing.com.

2. Good weather for a sauna

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Partners in Health Products opened Nov. 1 in Austin. The retailer focuses on infrared outdoor and indoor saunas and also sells equipment such as water filters. The showroom is located at 6400 McNeil Drive, Ste. 204 and is open by appointment only. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, call 293-2467.

3. Rundberg march against crime

The North Austin Neighborhood Coalition and the North Austin Civic Association will host a second march against crime on Dec. 1. The organizations held their first march in August where around 100 people gathered along Rundberg Lane to protest violence in the area. For more information visit www.main.org/naca or email NACA president Anthony Williams at williams762@earthlink.net.

Scouts seek Hornaday Award

Boy Scout Troop 164 recently spent three days at Lost Pines Scout Camp in Bastrop as part of its pursuit of the Hornaday Award, Scouting’s highest conservation honor. Ten scouts and four leaders participated in outdoor learning laboratories Oct. 19 – 21 to earn conservation merit badges and work on Hornaday Award projects. Conservation organizations with potential projects should contact Brian McClure at brm@austin.rr.com or 413-5577.

4. Gift-making class

Holistic aesthetician Nicole Mauldin will guide a gift-making class at Whole Foods Market, 9607 Research Blvd., Dec. 8 from 3 – 4 p.m. Attendees will learn how to make scented body scrubs using essential oils and natural salts. The class is free and refreshments will be served. Sign up by calling 345-5003 ext. 125.

5. Dakota Plaza brings new retail

Jetco Retail Group has begun construction on Dakota Plaza, a 20,000 sq. ft. retail center located at 8516 Anderson Mill Road. Construction is expected to be completed January 2008 with the first retailers set to move in February. For more information, visit www.jetcogroup.com or call 273-2760.

6. This is a tasty burger

The classic hamburger stand of years past is about to make a return when Mighty Fine Burgers, Fries and Shakes opens in late November in the ArborWalk. Featuring checked tablecloths and an open kitchen, the Rudy’s affiliated restaurant will concentrate on serving a limited menu at the highest quality possible.

7. Northcastle Apartments still standing

Trammell Crow Residential has terminated plans to acquire Northcastle Apartments, 8100 N. MoPac, after the owners allowed the property to go into foreclosure. The land development company originally planned to demolish the complex in favor of urban-style luxury units.

Updated Web site

Mayor Pro Tem Betty Dunkerly, along with council members Lee Leffingwell and Mike Martinez, announced a major overhaul for the City of Austin Web site. The public is encouraged to participate in the process by completing a Web usage survey located at www.ci.austin.tx.us/austingo. Launched in 1995 as one of the first municipal government sites in the nation, the Web site has not been updated since 2002.

8. Sample California wines

Rich Frank, winery owner and Hollywood producer, will be on hand for dinner and a sampling of Frank family wines at Ventana Restaurant, 11400 Burnet Road. The six-course classical menu will be served with some of Napa’s best boutique wines Dec. 16 from 7 – 11:30 p.m. Seating is available at $100 per individual. For reservations, call Ventana Restaurant at 339-3850.

9. Don’t remodel, ReBath

ReBath of Travis County opened a new showroom in Austin at 13450 Research Blvd. The nationwide company specializes in bathtub liners, an alternative to home remodeling that slips a new bathtub over the existing one. The showroom is open Monday through Friday 10:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. and Saturday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. For more information, call 1-800-BATHTUB or visit www.rebathoftraviscounty.com.

10. Free pool

Shooters Billiards and Sports Bar, 11416 N RM 620, is raising money for the 2nd annual Shooters Bikes for Kids. In addition to accepting donations, Shooters will host a dinner and poker tournament Dec. 4 at 7:30 p.m. Last year, Shooters was able to donate 100 new bikes to the Hill Country Christmas Bureau and plans to increase that number this year. The locally-owned pub will also offer all active military personnel over the age of 21 free pool from Thanksgiving through New years Eve. For more information, call 401-2060.