St. David’s Georgetown Hospital has been recognized for providing a high level of breastfeeding education and support to patients in recent years.

The big picture: The hospital’s investments are designed to encourage more new mothers to breastfeed their babies amid a 12% increase in deliveries since last year, said Kelsey McKenna, a lead international board-certified lactation consultant and registered nurse with St. David’s Georgetown. 

How it works: Since 2021, St. David’s Georgetown has been recognized as a Texas Ten Step Facility. Texas Health and Human Services awards the designation to hospitals that have implemented policies, staff training, resources and procedures that educate patients on the benefits of breastfeeding and teach them best practices.

Why it matters: Many new mothers are unaware of the benefits of breastfeeding and how it differs from formula, Kelsey said. Breast milk is the “perfect first food” that can provide a lifetime of immunities for babies and decrease the risk of developing allergies, Type 2 diabetes, obesity and many chronic illnesses, she said.

A Potbelly sandwich shop opened in mid-February at Georgetown's Wolf Ranch Town Center, according to a company news release.

A closer look:  The new location is led by franchisees Jignesh and Nitin Patel.

Potbelly has more than 60 restaurants across Texas, and offers a menu of toasted sandwiches, wraps, shakes and sides.

• 1013 W. University Ave., Ste. 150, Georgetown

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Willie Nelson’s 14th annual Luck Reunion will be held March 19, featuring over 45 musical performances on his Spicewood-area ranch Luck, Texas.

The details: Organizer Luck Presents announced the lineup Feb. 18, including a range of country, folk, indie rock artists and more.

“Fourteen years in, Luck Reunion continues to be about bringing people together in meaningful ways,” Luck Presents CEO and Founder Matt Bizer said in a news release. “This year’s lineup beautifully represents that spirit, with legendary artists who’ve been part of our story from the beginning, new voices we’re excited to introduce to our community, and more than a few surprise guests that we can’t wait to reveal.”

What else? To kick off the Luck Reunion, an 11th annual potluck event will be held March 17, benefiting Luck Family Foundation and organizations such as Farm Aid. The event includes a family-style dinner at communal tables, followed by a live performance from Willie Nelson & Family.

Attendees can visit the Luck Presents website for more information on tickets.