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Los Reyes Mexican Restaurant celebrates 20 years in Cedar Park

In August, Los Reyes Mexican Restaurant will celebrate its 20-year anniversary in Cedar Park, owners Aracelia and Michael Nambo said.

What’s on the menu: Los Reyes serves breakfast, lunch and dinner, all rooted in traditional Mexican cooking, the Nambos said. Popular dishes include tacos, enchiladas and the restaurant’s signature carne asada plate.

“All the cooking [is] my own recipes, and I try to keep it simple,” Michael Nambo said. “I want people to taste the natural ingredients.”

One more thing: The owners of Los Reyes are planning a 20-year anniversary celebration Aug. 7. The party will include live mariachi music, discounted drinks and “throwback prices,” meaning dishes will cost the same amount they did when the restaurant first opened in 2006, the owners said.

 
On the business beat
Hopdoddy Burger Bar acquired by New York-based restaurant group

Austin-based restaurant Hopdoddy Burger Bar has been acquired by by Founders Table Restaurant Group.

What's happening: Hopdoddy CEO Jeff Chandler will transition to an advisory role. Hopdoddy Vice President of Operations Kenny Jett will assume the role of president.

"I've had the privilege of seeing firsthand what makes this brand so special—from our incredible team members to the loyal guests who support us every day," Jett said in a news release. "I'm honored to step into this role and excited to build on the strong foundation we've created as we continue growing the brand."

The background: Hopdoddy was founded in Austin in 2010 and has 47 locations today, including in Houston, Dallas and San Antonio.

Founders Table was founded in 2020. The brand's portfolio includes Chopt Creative Salad Company, Dos Toros Taqueria and Protein Bar & Kitchen.

 
Transportation Tuesday
Bridges, e-bikes, federal grants: 6 Austin metro transportation updates

Check out six transportation project updates across the Austin metro.

$131M in CAMPO grants to fund WilCo road projects: The Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization dedicated about $131 million in federal funding for nine road projects and one trail project. The projects span Georgetown, Hutto, Leander, Liberty Hill, Northwest Austin and Round Rock.

Austin seeks to rein in 'chaotic' e-moto use: A resolution advanced by city leaders this spring will now result in proposed updates to city code defining electronic motorcycles and mini-bikes and their legality, establishing when and where they're permitted and setting related penalties. A report on those changes will be presented by late July.

I-35 northbound lanes to temporarily close for up to 4 weekends: The Texas Department of Transportation will close the I-35 northbound main lanes between Slaughter Lane and SH 71/Ben White Boulevard as part of the I-35 Capital Express South Project from 11 p.m.-9 a.m. on July 10 and 11, July 17 and 18, and July 24 and 25 if needed.

 
CI Texas
Texas lawmakers consider data center water use and resource impacts

State lawmakers are considering water use impacts tied to the spread of new data center developments across Texas, and recently heard input from industry representatives and residents as they plan for next year's legislative session.

The initial review may preview proposed state laws regarding data centers and their local impacts. Ahead of the hearing, Gov. Greg Abbott also stated his "bottom line" expectations for data centers going forward: providing their own power, reusing water and reducing electricity costs for their neighbors.

Testimony from regulators revealed that Texas lacks accurate information about the water use of most data centers now operating statewide, despite mandates to submit those details. Representatives suggested data centers' self-reporting on utility use could be one topic to address next year. Many impacted residents and elected officials also raised concerns with public notice and local regulatory authority in relation to the high-profile developments.

 

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