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Liberty Hill continues to grow as new businesses open or prepare to open in the area. Here are a few of the latest updates for businesses in Liberty Hill.

Now open1. Anytime Fitness

The gym has squat racks, dumbbells, treadmills, rowing machines and more. The fitness center's memberships offer 24/7 gym access to a network of over 5,500 gyms around the world, as well as personalized coaching and free access to Apple Fitness+.

2. B3 Dance

B3 Dance is owned by Breanna Medina and offers a range of classes for students ages 2 and up. Classes include creative movement, ballet, tap, jazz, hip-hop, contemporary, pointe and more.

3. Cookie Cutters Haircuts for Kids

The children’s hair salon has more than 100 locations in the U.S. and Canada, providing over 1 million haircuts per year, according to the company’s website. Services at the salon include the signature kids' cut, hairstyling, teen cut and braiding. The business also offers haircuts for parents, as well as a baby’s first haircut package with a certificate of completion, photo and lock of hair.

Coming soon4. Volleyworld

The volleyball training center will offer training sessions for children ages 4 to 18 as well as adults. Offerings include private and group lessons, skill-specific classes, clinics with collegiate and professional athletes, open gym time, strength and conditioning and tournaments.

What's next5. Waffle House

The 1,840-square-foot diner will be located along Hwy. 29 and has an expected construction start date of June 2026, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. Construction is expected to be complete by winter. The restaurant, which has more than 1,900 locations across 25 states, is known for its simple breakfast menu and distinctive diner jargon. Customers can order hash browns and eggs “smothered” with onions, “covered” with cheese or “diced” with grilled tomatoes, among other options.

In the news6. Operation Liberty Hill

The local nonprofit held a ceremony Nov. 5 to celebrate its 10th anniversary of serving Williamson County. The organization opened its current stand-alone location in 2015 and has since expanded to include a thrift store in addition to its food pantry. Operation Liberty Hill continues to accept donations and volunteers to help fill out the supply.

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Johnson Development has acquired 764 acres in Liberty Hill for a future master-planned community that is expected to include more than 1,900 homes, according to an announcement from the Houston-based developer.

The land, located at 680 E. CR 202 near the U.S. Highway 183A toll road extension, was purchased jointly by Johnson Development and the Texas General Land Office (GLO) from local landowners Bill Chapman, his partners, and Heath Chapman.

Tommy Tucker, Johnson Development’s vice president of business development for Central and North Texas, said the property — commonly known as Chapman Ranch — offers natural features and regional access that make it attractive for development.

“It’s a beautiful ranch with 1.5 miles of frontage along the north fork of the San Gabriel River,” Tucker said.

He noted its proximity to major Austin-area employers and the opportunity for future residents to attend Liberty Hill ISD schools.

Texas Land Commissioner Dawn Buckingham said the GLO’s involvement aligns with its mission to generate revenue from state lands that support public education. She described the project as a development that would create “convenient, connected living environments” while adding housing options within Liberty Hill ISD.

The community’s official name has not yet been announced. Early plans call for a mix of homesites ranging from 45 to 70 feet wide, along with five acres set aside for commercial use, 15 acres for a future on-site school, and about 70 acres dedicated to open space. A five-acre amenity center, trail system, pocket parks and greenways are also included in the initial master plan.

Homebuilders and price ranges will be released at a later date, the company said. Johnson Development anticipates beginning home sales in fall 2027.

The purchase marks another major investment by the developer in Williamson County. Johnson Development previously completed Bryson, a master-planned community, in Leander.

“We are bullish on Liberty Hill and the Williamson County market,” Tucker said, citing the region’s rapid population growth and its appeal to people seeking proximity to Austin while maintaining a Hill Country setting.

Johnson Development currently operates communities across Texas and in the Atlanta area. More information can be found at www.johnsondevelopment.com.

When longtime educators Angie Goodwin and Kristen Pritchett first met while teaching at Bill Burden Elementary, they immediately clicked. What started as a shared classroom and a handful of “wild ideas,” as they call them, would later become the foundation of something much bigger — a new approach to education in Liberty Hill.

After more than two decades in the classroom between them, the duo saw a growing need for an alternative learning environment — one that valued curiosity, critical thinking and the joy of discovery.

That vision came to life this year with the official opening of Blue Oak Academy, a micro-school meets homeschool type of vibe serving grades kindergarten through sixth that blends project-based learning, individualized instruction and community connection.

The idea for Blue Oak began with a summer camp.

“We started seeing kids who could name rappers but not historical figures,” Pritchett said. “I told Angie, we need to start a camp where kids can learn about history, science and culture in a fun, hands-on way.”

Their summer program — once branded as “Twin Teachers” — took off quickly. Parents loved the mix of STEM projects, themed lessons and engaging activities that encouraged kids to think and explore.

“After two summers, parents were asking if we could do this year-round,” Goodwin said. “We realized there was a real need for something different.”

That spark led to the creation of Blue Oak Academy, which now operates out of Goodwin’s Liberty Hill home. The school currently serves 17 students and runs Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

While Blue Oak can’t officially be classified as a private school, it functions much like one — with certified teachers, a full curriculum, and adherence to Texas TEKS standards. The biggest difference is flexibility and connection not just to their teachers and peers, but even with the outdoors.

Students learn at their own pace in a small group setting where lessons are tailored to their abilities.

“We meet kids where they are,” said Goodwin. “If a student is reading two grade levels ahead or needs extra support in math, we adjust. That’s the beauty of it.”

The academy uses a mix of whole-group lessons and small-group rotations.

“For math, I’ll pull one group while Kristen works on reading with another,” Goodwin said. “Our kids aren’t just sitting at desks — they’re outside tending chickens, building projects, or exploring cultural studies through art.”

Project-based learning is at the heart of their approach. Whether students are recreating the Texas Revolution in 3D or researching world cultures, the focus is on understanding concepts deeply and applying them in meaningful ways.

Beyond academics, the most remarkable outcomes have come from the students’ relationships with one another.

“We’ve had several parents tell us their kids are treating each other differently at home,” said Pritchett. “Siblings who used to argue are now playing together and showing respect for one another.”

The teachers believe the smaller environment encourages empathy, patience and teamwork. “

Our sixth graders are learning to lead, while the little ones learn from them,” Goodwin said. “It’s been amazing to watch.”

Opening Blue Oak Academy wasn’t without challenges. Both educators left the security of traditional teaching to pursue their dream.

“It was scary,” Pritchett said. “But sometimes you just have to take the risk and follow your heart. We wanted to create a space where kids love learning.”

Their families have been supportive every step of the way. Pritchett’s husband, a colonel in the U.S. Army National Guard, and Goodwin’s husband, co-owner of Ennis Golf Carts in Liberty Hill, have both cheered them on through the process.

The duo hopes to continue expanding in the years ahead, ideally onto a small piece of land that can preserve the academy’s cozy, nature-rich feel. They’ve already begun connecting with the Liberty Hill community — from collaborating with the local library on student writing displays to planning “Friday experience days” when Liberty Hill ISD schools are out.

“Our dream is to keep growing, to maybe one day offer opportunities for teachers, too,” Pritchett said. “We want Blue Oak to be a place where both students and educators can thrive.”

For more information on Blue Oak Academy, visit them online.

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By Ritu Jha-

A Hindu temple was inaugurated in Liberty Hill, Texas, last month, drawing members of the Indian American community, officials from the Indian Consulate, and other dignitaries.

“Then we decided to have our own permanent place and started to raise funds to build the temple,” Pandit Krishna Kumar, popularly known as Acharya Ji and founder of Shiv Durga Shakti Dham told indica as he described the move from a leased property in Leander, Texas. He said he had invested his own money to rent that earlier property, but a conflict with city authorities and the landowner forced him to relocate.

“We bought 5 acres of land in Liberty Hill in November 2024, and with the support of my followers, mainly from the Bay Area, and $500,000 loan from a bank, we started building the temple in January 2025,” Kumar said.

“The total cost of the project, including land and construction, is approximately $1.4 million,” he said. “Funding for the project was possible with the support of my followers in the Bay Area. The construction was completed in October 2025, and we hosted grand inaugural events like the Kalash Sthapana for the idols, havan, and Kalash Yatra. We also held a cultural program and Preeti Bhoj on November 23, which was attended by over 600 devotees.”

Kumar said he was pleased that the chief minister of Madhya Pradesh, the deputy chief minister of Uttar Pradesh, and other ministers from across India offered virtual good wishes for the temple’s establishment.

“The total built area is 5000 square feet,” Kumar said as he described the two halls now used for religious and cultural activities, along with a kitchen and a store. He officiates all activities at the temple. There are 30 paved parking at present and has an open lot parking for more than 250 cars. “We had over 300 cars during the inauguration,” Kumar cited.

“We have started conducting yoga sessions, and we plan to start language classes soon,” he said. “We want to hold classes for Hindi, Sanskrit, and other languages, along with Gita and Ramayana classes, and dance classes. We also plan to have a cow shelter soon. Our objective is to educate Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) on helping poor people, especially poor girls in marriage, handicapped, and to build cow shelters in India.”

“I feel blessed that I could establish two temples in the United States,” Kumar said of his second project. His first was the Shiv Durga Temple of the Bay Area, established in 2012. He said both temples are dedicated to the ideology of the late Ashok Singhal, former international working president of the Vishva Hindu Parishad, whom he described as a fellow disciple.

Here are the top Community Impact stories in the Austin area from Nov. 10-14.

1. Johnson Development planning 1,900-home community in Liberty Hill

Houston-based developers Johnson Development recently closed on the purchase of 764 acres, which will be used to construct a new community in Liberty Hill.

The new development, located at the former Chapman Ranch at 680 E. CR 202, will be converted into a master-planned community with more than 1,900 homes. The new development has yet to be officially named, but the company aims to begin selling homes in fall 2027, according to a news release.

Learn more about the plan from Editor Steve Guntli.

2. Georgie’s restaurant in Georgetown serves up fresh seafood and cocktails

Located on the downtown square, Georgie’s brings together an array of fresh offerings backed by experienced ownership. The seafood restaurant opened in May, and has been met with a warm welcome from Georgetown residents, Area Manager Brandon Sanchez said.

Chef and operating partner Shane Stark, owner of Mongers in Austin, curated a menu with freshly sourced ingredients. With ingredients sourced from Texas to the East Coast, Stark serves up fresh-shucked oysters, tuna poke tacos, crab cakes and more.

Read more from Reporter Katlynn Fox.

3. CI Foodie: Coffee, barbecue and more dining updates in Austin and nearby

Community members can check out several new cuisine options in the Austin, Bastrop, Hutto and Cedar Park areas including a Tex-Mex destination and a long-awaited cafe and bar.

Get more details from Reporter Dacia Garcia.

4. Georgetown scraps Berry Creek Trail project due to resident feedback

Georgetown City Council directed city staff to stop working on the Berry Creek Trail West project, which would have connected county-owned Berry Springs Park with the future Westside Park, at its workshop meeting Nov. 12.

Covey Planning and Landscape Architects, the design firm working on the project, presented a feasibility study at the Nov. 12 meeting, including possible routes for the trail and findings from their community engagement process. When presented with three options at an Oct. 2 public engagement event, 60 of 115 participants voted for no trail at all, the design firm noted in their presentation.

Read the full story from Reporter Gracie Warhurst.

5. Three Round Rock businesses slated for southwest corner of A.W. Grimes, E. Palm Valley boulevards

Black Rock Coffee Bar, Frost Bank and Whataburger are engaged in the permitting process with the city of Round Rock, city staff confirmed in November.

The site is the former home of the M.E. Gene Johnson Realtors building, which was demolished earlier this year.

Learn more about the businesses from Reporter Brooke Sjoberg.

6. Proposed Skybox data center moves forward in Round Rock

Another data center may soon take shape in Round Rock, after a city commission gave initial approval for a new facility.

The city of Round Rock's Planning & Zoning Commission gave preliminary approval for a proposed Skybox data center near E. Old Settlers Boulevard during a Nov. 5 meeting. Skybox is in the process of building data centers in nearby Hutto, Pflugerville and Taylor.

Read the full story from Reporter Brooke Sjoberg.

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