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New STAR Flight base to boost response times in Travis County

Emergency response times in northeast Travis County are expected to improve due to a new partnership between Travis County Emergency Services District No. 2, also known as the Pflugerville Fire Department, and Travis County STAR Flight—the county’s Shock Trauma Air Rescue program.

STAR Flight helibase is now operating part time out of Fire Station 9 in Coupland. This gives crews a new base to cover the growing northeast corridor of Travis County.

About the project: Fire Chief Nick Perkins said the collaboration came together quickly after discussions with STAR Flight, which was seeking a more eastern base of operations. Station 9 sits on a 10-acre site the district purchased several years ago for future expansion.

 
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Freebirds World Burrito delays Hutto grand opening

Freebirds World Burrito announced its official opening date has been delayed.

The gist: The restaurant planned to hold a grand opening for its new location on Oct. 16, offering the first 100 guests who are members of the Freebirds Rewards program free burritos. However, the company announced the new location is not ready for customers yet.

Freebirds serves burritos, bowls, nachos and salads. Customers can choose from a selection of proteins, including steak, carnitas, chicken and ground beef. The restaurant also offers vegetarian options. Sides include queso, salsa, guacamole, corn salsa and potatoes.

 
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas supports families in medical distress

Across the state of Texas, families brave overwhelming medical situations in which they often have no options but to stay in hospital rooms while supporting their children needing care. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Texas has worked since 1985 to ease these experiences with comfortable sleeping spaces, food services and more.

The history: Since its launch, the nonprofit has expanded with family rooms available at Dell Children’s Medical Center, Dell Children’s Medical Center North Campus, Seton Medical Center Austin, St. David’s Medical Center and St. David’s North Austin Medical Center.

Each family room contains a living room, a kitchen and dining area, sleeping rooms, shower and laundry facilities, a quiet room and snacks and beverages.

 

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Check out these new restaurants and bars opening across the Austin area.

Fat Rabbit Social House has taken over the space previously occupied by Forthright in downtown Austin, as founder and operator Rachael Treadwell takes her first leap into restaurant ownership after previously managing Forthright.

The restaurant offers brunch classics such as chicken and waffles, French toast and specialty entrees.

The space also features lunch options, including an adult grilled cheese and tomato bisque, a citrus and crab salad, and a truffle cheese and bacon panini. Cocktails and specialty coffee are also served.
  • Opened Oct. 1
  • 35 Brazos St., Austin

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🍓 Fruition Fruit Blendz returns to San Marcos with acai bowls and more
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🌮 El Pollo Rico opens third Round Rock location
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🍦 Maya Creamery now serving rolled ice cream, faloodas in Cedar Park
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🔥 Team behind Taco Flats unveils Churchrow Tejas BBQ in North Austin
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Koko’s Bavarian has opened a 7000-square-foot beer hall on South Lamar Boulevard.

The spot combines Bavarian tradition and Texas hospitality with an expanded food and beverage menu, including wings, mozzarella sticks, whitefish dip, Bavarian pretzels, Belgian-style fries and more.

“Here in Central Texas, where German roots run deep, it’s an honor to share a legacy that connects my family’s history with the region’s rich traditions," partner Konstantin Prinz von Bayern, known as Koko, said. “Our goal is to create a space that feels true to that heritage: long tables, high energy and crowds brought together over sausages, pretzels and authentic Austin vibes.”
  • Opened Oct. 10
  • 3003 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin

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