Business

Gumbo’s displays a “for lease” banner.

Gumbo’s displays a “for lease” banner.

Gumbo’s North closes on the Square

Kate St. Clair
Thursday, April 13, 2023
After 11 years on the Square, Gumbo’s North has closed. The restaurant — located in the Old Masonic Lodge building on the corner of Seventh and Main streets — originally opened in October of 2012.
Georgetown ISD superintendent Fred Brent gets a haircut in October 2021 at the East View High School cosmetology lab. The facility was named after Sport Clips founder Gordon Logan and his family in recognition of their financial support for the program. Photo by Katherine Anthony

Georgetown ISD superintendent Fred Brent gets a haircut in October 2021 at the East View High School cosmetology lab. The facility was named after Sport Clips founder Gordon Logan and his family in recognition of their financial support for the program. Photo by Katherine Anthony

Retiring Georgetown ISD superintendent takes new job at Sport Clips

Katherine Hamilton
Tuesday, April 4, 2023
Retiring Georgetown ISD superintendent Fred Brent will have a new job after he leaves the school district June 30.  Sport Clips — the sports-themed and Georgetown-based hair-cutting franchise company — announced Tuesday, April 4 that Mr. Brent will become its chief of staff. In the role, Mr.

New Images Hair Salon to celebrate 30 years in April

Brigid Cooley
Monday, April 3, 2023
New Images Hair Salon is more than just a workplace for manager Shaina Jordan, who grew up watching her mother Kathy Arnold — who opened the salon three decades ago — give Georgetown residents new and improved looks. “[New Images] is a family,” Ms. Jordan said.
Lisa Franke stands with a cherry pie.

Lisa Franke stands with a cherry pie.

Tastes of the Town: Lulu’s Pie Shoppe is ready for business

Linda Dwyer
Sunday, March 19, 2023
Lulu’s Pie Shoppe is bringing pie and more to the Square in Georgetown. “Our menu will grow, but the heart of our business will stay the same, pie,” said Lisa Franke, who goes by Lulu. “I didn’t come from a family that baked, but my mother-inlaw made cookies every year.
Construction is underway at the Georgetown Costco Wholesale site, which could open this summer. Photo by Nicholas Cicale

Construction is underway at the Georgetown Costco Wholesale site, which could open this summer. Photo by Nicholas Cicale

Costco Wholesale teases June opening in Georgetown

Brigid Cooley
Wednesday, March 8, 2023
Georgetown’s very own Costco Wholesale should be operating by June of this year, according to the company’s website. The update is found on the “New Locations Coming Soon” page of the company website.
The annual Chamber banquet is held in the Georgetown Community Center, a location of many past celebrations for the group.

The annual Chamber banquet is held in the Georgetown Community Center, a location of many past celebrations for the group.

Businesses, volunteers shine at Georgetown Chamber of Commerce gala

Kate St. Clair
Monday, February 6, 2023
The Georgetown Chamber of Commerce celebrated its yearly lineup of award winners at the Georgetown Community Center January 26.  This past year marked the chamber’s 75th anniversary, said. Shontel Mays, chamber president and CEO.
Co-owner Ephraim Hailu at the Taste of Ethiopia in Pflugerville.

Co-owner Ephraim Hailu at the Taste of Ethiopia in Pflugerville.

Enjoy the taste of Ethiopian cuisine

Linda Dwyer
Saturday, February 4, 2023
Ethiopia in the Horn of Africa is the continent’s oldest independent country. Apart from a five-year occupation by Mussolini’s Italy during World War II, it has never been colonized. The country is home of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church, one of the oldest Christian denominations.
The Austin-based taco chain is one of over a dozen projects filed with the department throughout January 2023. (Photo courtesy Torchy's Tacos)

The Austin-based taco chain is one of over a dozen projects filed with the department throughout January 2023. (Photo courtesy Torchy's Tacos)

Torchy's Tacos files permits for Georgetown restaurant

Brigid Cooley
Wednesday, February 1, 2023
Permits were filed earlier this month to construct a Torchy’s Tacos in Georgetown. Paperwork was submitted with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
The BiG Cafe and Shop received two Best of Georgetown awards for 2022. (Sun Archive)

The BiG Cafe and Shop received two Best of Georgetown awards for 2022. (Sun Archive)

Best of Georgetown winners include The Caring Place, BiG and Blue Corn Harvest

Brigid Cooley
Wednesday, January 25, 2023
The votes are in for the 2022 Best of Georgetown contest.   Hosted annually by the Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Best of Georgetown contest recognizes outstanding Georgetown businesses, restaurants and shops.  There are 44 categories, including best attractions, services and activities.
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