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Jeff McElhaney grew up playing golf in northern Missouri with his step father. While serving in the U.S. Air Force, McElhaney’s interest in golf led him to explore an indoor golf facility in South Korea, introducing him to the technology.

After being medically separated from the Air Force in 2024, McElhaney was inspired to open his own business.

What they offer: 1872 Golf Club opened in October, offering a membership-based social club and indoor golf simulators.

The business operates primarily on a membership basis with Corporate-, Mulligan- and Junior-level options.

The Mulligan Membership grants visitors 24/7 access to the club, while having up to three active tee times for three hours each.

The club is also open to the public every day from 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Golfers of any skill level are welcome to experience the simulator with four active bays. Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.

• 5373 Williams Drive, Georgetown

The Garey Park splash pad will undergo renovations following City Council approval Jan. 13.

The details: The renovations are a part of regular maintenance required for splash pads, and will address flagstone deterioration and work to maintain the anti-slip surfacing, according to city documents.

Council approved a $179,041 contract with BuyBoard for the maintenance. City officials expect renovations to begin in late January and wrap up by mid-March.

The history: Since Garey Park opened in 2018, the splash pad has been the park's most popular seasonal amenity, according to city documents. Open April through October, the 7,000-square-foot splash pad has 28 motion-activated water features.

• 6450 RM 2243, Georgetown

Voters in the March 3 Republican primary will see nine candidates on the ballot for U.S. House District 31.

The details: Texas' 31st Congressional District covers part of Williamson County, including Round Rock, Georgetown, Liberty Hill, Leander and Cedar Park. Created in 2003, the district has been represented by Republican John Carter since its inception.

The winning Republican candidate will face the winner of the Democratic primary in November.

Digging deeper: Community Impact reached out to all candidates who filed to run in the U.S. House District 31 race. Candidates were asked to keep responses under 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents.

Voters in the March 3 Democratic primary will see two candidates in the race for U.S. House District 31.

The overview: Texas’ 31st Congressional District encompasses parts of Williamson County, including Round Rock, Georgetown, Liberty Hill, Leander and Cedar Park. Created in 2003, the district has been represented by Republican John Carter since its inception.

The winning Democratic candidate will face the winner of the Republican primary in November.

Digging deeper: Community Impact reached out to all candidates who filed to run in the U.S. House District 31 race. Candidates were asked to keep responses under 50 words, answer the questions provided and avoid attacking opponents.