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Business Growth Along Fitzhugh

By Karen Smith It’s certainly no secret that Dripping Springs is one of the fastest growing cities in Texas. According to the US Census Bureau, the population of Hays County grew over 23% between 2010 to 2015 and was the fifth fastest growing county in the entire nation from 2013 to 2014. With its close proximity to Austin, beautiful scenery, and family-focused mentality, it’s no surprise that Dripping Springs has become a highly sought-after, rapidly growing suburban center.

In response to this demand, several new neighborhoods have been recently built or are in progress (Belterra, Caliterra, Anarene, The Preserve, Counts Ranch, Bella Vista, Reunion Ranch, and Headwaters at Barton Creek, to name a few). It is projected there will be 6,000 or more new houses built over the next year alone, and over the next 3 years 11,000+ homes are expected to be built in the 78620 and 78737 zip codes. In addition, there is a 40 percent average increase in traffic anticipated over the next decade at several intersections along U.S. Highway 290 and Ranch Road 12. With such projections, commercial real estate in the area seems to be on the brink of a massive explosion, providing desired goods and services to the new residents. The corridor on Fitzhugh Road between Hwy 290 and RR 12, is one such area worthy of note. While there are already several well-known businesses located here, including both Jester King Brewery and Treaty Oak Distillery, many other retail developments are on the horizon.

“Fitzugh is really the only parallel road to Johnson City from Austin besides 290. Since 290 is a dangerous, high-speed road, people typically avoid it when possible,” states long-time resident Phillip Jarnagin of Farmers Insurance. In addition the local residents using the road to access their neighborhoods and local establishments, Fitzugh is a popular alternative for travelers on route to Johnson City, Bee Caves and Pedernales Falls State Park. Jarnagin adds that the growth has brought some extremely eclectic people and businesses to the area. In particular, he’s noticed an increase in retired employees from corporate America who are now self-employed entrepreneurs and venture capitalists seeking a slower-paced lifestyle. For an idea of the diversity he mentions, one need look no further than his own business complex. Other tenants include Wild Bill’s Old-Fashioned Soda, Moxie Gymnastics, Russell’s Framing, Rob’s Rods & Restorations, and Harvest Rain, a rainwater collection outfit. Opposite of them a neighboring complex includes the Kooper Family Whiskey Co. and CrossFit WCF. The same owner of these retail centers will soon be breaking ground on another nearby retail shopping center which will include a hair salon, drive-through liquor store, and a deli which should likely be completed in the next 12-18 months.

Jarnagin has lived in Dripping Springs for the last 12 years, raised his children there, and also served on several civic organization boards including the Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee. His business has been in Dripping Springs for the last 10 years and in its current location by the Southwest intersection of Fitzhugh and RR12 for the last 2 ½ years. His volume

has already increased 25-30% over the last year and this past April yielded their best month ever. Needless to say, business is booming.

Other local business owners we spoke with in the area are looking forward to the inevitable increase that will come with explosive population growth and the accompanying traffic volume. Will Hanson of 4 Season Outdoors, a local grilling outfitter, states that the majority of new home development will likely have outdoor patios ideal for his products. In addition, he finds that the breweries and distilleries in the area are complementary businesses and when questioned about the anticipated growth remarked, “It’s all about the community. Residents want more local businesses there so they don’t have to drive into Austin, making life more convenient in general. I see Fitzhugh between 290 & 12 being the hub that keeps them connected.”

Scott Leon, owner of Positive Baseball Development, said his business has actually declined since moving out of Lakeway but is confident that the increase in traffic will soon increase his business recognition as well. He would like to see more complementary, family-friendly businesses open nearby, such as Stanley’s Farmhouse Pizza, which is a great fit for the 6-14 year old crowd to which his business caters.

Other businesses don’t see the boom affecting them much at all.

Christi Bacot, owner of Austin Stables, moved to her current location in March 1998 and owns 35 acres that she uses to graze horses. While Bacot has seen considerable change in the area, she says that they don’t have much turnover and have retained many of the same clients since their inception. “People rarely leave”, she said, which is truly a testament for the quality of service they provide. Despite not being interested in growing the business Bacot sates, “I’m actually pleased with the growth and I completely trust the city county officials to adjust roads and traffic signals accordingly. We’ve been really happy with the road maintenance and city services provided.”

In addition to the city building roads and traffic signals, another challenge newer developments face will be the access to water and the cost of building well and septic tanks until the city connects the water lines, according to local real estate broker Jeff Coffman of Coffman Real Estate. Servicing the real estate community for the past 25 years in Dripping Springs while raising a family there, Coffman has been no stranger to the growth, stating that the change is inevitable.

Despite the boom in real estate, he currently has no plans to expand his business, focusing on providing quality over quantity for his clients seeking their ideal home in the beautiful hill country town. “If someone wants to buy a house in Round Rock, I refer them someone I know is a good agent there. There is a benefit to being local and knowing what’s going on in your community in an in depth way,” Coffman states. Like many business owners in the area, supporting local is still a source of pride and part of remaining true to the essence of what attracts new homeowners and business owners to Dripping Springs in the first place.

In summary, prepare to see the Fitzhugh Corridor to start evolving quickly over the next few years and as always, be sure to shop local to support your local businesses.

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The Gateway to the Hill Country has also become known as the Wedding Capital of Texas.

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With more than 38 wedding venues within a 17-mile radius, the Dripping Springs area offers an assortment of options to set the right ambience for a wide variety of weddings. Simple or elegant, couples will be able to pick just the right venue from rustic barns, historic stately mansions, unique chapels, churches, and more.

“Weddings don’t have to be super expensive, if you don’t want them to be,” says Mundy Morgan, owner of Summerland at Onion Creek. She knew she wanted to share her little slice of heaven in the hill country with others but also wanted to provide an affordable option for weddings and other events.

Summerland at Onion Creek offers a romantic natural setting with 11 acres of creek front property surrounded by majestic oaks and Texas wild flowers. Wedding guests will have lots to do at this venue during the day with hiking trails, swimming, petting zoo, and garden games. Then, relax by a fire pit at night amongst the stars and twinkling lights of the trees.

Overnight cabin accommodations are available, but guests are also welcome to bring a tent.

“Since receiving the designation of ‘Wedding Capital of Texas’ from the Texas State Legislature in 2015, Dripping Springs has seen measurable growth of our wedding commerce,” says Sherrie Parks, Dripping Springs Chamber of Commerce Executive Director. “The growth of the area wedding industry has played an integral part in the rapid development of tourism and the economy for the Dripping Springs community.”

With breathtaking views and the Texas Hill Country’s natural charm, it’s easy to see why the Dripping Springs area is a wedding destination and attracting couples from all over the globe. “We have brides from all over America as well as many international locations, including Roma and Australia,” says Parks.

Hunter Connor, owner of The Terrace Club, one of the first event venues in the area, says she doesn’t see a lot of wedding clients from Austin, but rather people who have studied at The University of Texas at Austin, moved away, yet still love the hill country. The Terrace Club has seen their events increase from 50-60 per year to 125 events just last year.

Included in that increase Connor says she is seeing more “destination meetings,” with more corporate events and conferences. In addition to the venue, The Terrace Club offers an all-inclusive event space, which includes catering, a wedding coordinator and decorating. Also conveniently located next door is the Sleep Inn & Suites for lodging.

As wineries and distilleries expand in the area, wedding options have as well. As many wineries and vineyards offer a romantic wedding backdrop, distilleries are catching on. Treaty Oak Distillery Co. plans to start offering wedding packages that include venue space, B&B accommodations and a

Dripping Springs business owners say they like to keep their vendor choices as local as possible to support the community.

Baker Krystal DeVazier knows this well as the mother turned bakery owner carved her passion for creating tasty treats into a full time business by word of mouth. DeVazier opened Well Yeah Cakes in 2014 on Ranch Road 12. She attributes the popularity of her baked goods to the fact that everything she creates is from scratch, she doesn’t pre-bake, and her cakes are customized.

“You dream it up and we make it out of cake,” DeVazier says.

From restaurants to rehearsal dinners to B&B accommodations for guests, there are plenty of choices for a destination wedding, all in one place. Other local wedding offerings include ministers, wedding planners, florists, photographers, catering, and all kinds of romantic honeymoon possibilities.

Everything is right here.

“We are honored that so many couples choose to hold their special ceremony and begin their life journey together in Dripping Springs,” says Parks.

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Wineries, Breweries and Distilleries In the Drip

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Next time you have any urge to wet your whistle, explore the Texas Hill Country and the growing number of wineries, breweries, or distilleries in the Dripping Springs area.

You may even stop by the Barber Shop, the first bar and brewpub in the area, nestled in the historic downtown district and say hello to it’s welcoming owner John McIntosh. Speaking to the brewpub’s history he comments that bars have always been good communal places, adding, “It’s nice to have a local watering hole, a place where you can meet friends or get to know your neighbor over a pint.”

Serving on the cities Planning and Zoning Commission McIntosh is an active part of not only where his town has come from but where he and others hope for it to go, stating that “our goal for Dripping Springs is to make it vibrant. Alive. A destination that you want to walk around and experience with your family.” In addition to serving the locals, attracting a growing number of folks looking to get away from the big city and enjoy the scenery of the beautiful hill country has increasingly been a part of McIntosh and other fellow Dripping Springs business owners’ strategy.

In fact most owners acknowledge that tourism is growing. With land costs being cheaper than Austin with less strict business regulations, yet close enough for the larger area of Austin residents to make a daytrip, more and more businesses are making the move. Treaty Oak Distilling Co. is one of the town’s newer distilleries. Opening its doors last year, it offers familyfriendly entertainment to go along with a tasting room, cocktail house, food truck, and a kiddie play area.

Pam Owens, director of Dripping Springs Tourism and Visitor’s Bureau, recently celebrated her birthday with her family at Treaty Oak Distilling Co. and also encourages residents to get out and be a tourist in their own town.

“Locally owned breweries, distilleries and wineries compliment other area industries including local restaurants, weddings, and other special events.

There is live music most nights of the week around here,” says Owens.

Hawk’s Shadow Winery and Vineyard harvests unique flavored grapes on the Texas estate that produces rich, distinctive wines. Tour the underground limestone barrel cellar and try Hawk’s Shadow recently released trio of Texas wines. Visit www.hawksshadow.com.

Solaro Estate has two locations, one in Dripping Springs and one in Houston. The hill country winery expands above Barton Creek with spectacular vineyard and vista views. Visit www.solaroestate.com.

Local Beers: The Barber Shop brewpub, located on Mercer Street in downtown Dripping Springs serves up several craft beers from their small in-house brewing system. The Barber Shop is a historic building erected in the 1920s as a garage turned barber shop. Visit www.barbershopbar.com.

Jester King is a farmhouse brewery that produces wild ales that involves a unique fermentation process. They use well water and locally grown malted grains and native wild yeast. Visit www.jesterkingbrewery.com.

Last Stand Brewing Company produces four year round beers and rotates four, has a tap room and beer garden and offers tours and growlers.

Visit www.laststandbrewing.com.

Thirsty Planet Brewing Co. produces popular local brands such as Thirsty Goat and Bucket Head. They also offer a variety of seasonal beers.

Visit www.thirstyplanet.net.

Twisted X Brewing is considered the birthplace of Tex-Mex style beer with their signature Twisted X, a premium lager with a twist. Twisted X continues its creative spirit by brewing small beer batches that change regularly. Visit www.texmexbeer.com.

Smoke n’ Hops is a barbecue restaurant and brewpub with a few of their own craft beers. They also serve local Texas craft beers.

Visit www.smokenhops.com.

No matter what your spirit preference, Dripping Springs has got you covered.

Distilleries:

In The ATX has gathered a list of wineries, distilleries, and breweries in Dripping Springs and the surrounding area. Some of them may offer live music, tastings, food pairings, tours, private event rentals, and family and pet friendly fun. Check their websites for these details along with hours, location, reservations, and special events.

Deep Eddy Vodka, known for their flavored vodkas, such as Ruby Red Grapefruit, lemon, cranberry and peach made with real fruit juice. Deep Eddy moved from their original Austin location to a new sprawling facility overlooking the hill country in Dripping Springs.

Visit www.deepeddyvodka.com or call

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San Luis Spirits is a family owned distillery known for their signature Dripping Springs Vodka and Gin brands. San Luis uses pure mineral-rich artesian waters from the Hill Country and small batch spirit in copper pots.

Visit www.drippingspringsvodka.com or www.sanluisspirits.com.

Bell Springs Winery produces eight wines a year using from dry to sweet reds and whites. The winery and vineyard is located on Bell Springs Road and the popular Sidecar Tasting Room is on Old Fitzhugh Road in downtown. Visit www.bellspringswinery.com.

Driftwood Estate Winery produces most all of their grapes on their property with the winery overlooking the vineyards from atop high bluffs. Wines are European “Old World style.” Visit www.driftwoodvineyards.com.

Duchman Family Winery produces their wine using 100% Texas grapes.

Their wine and ambiance is influenced by Italy.

Visit www.duchmanwines.com.

Stinson’s Distilling offers moonshine, whisky, rum, and brandy. They are getting ready to launch a line of apple ciders, egg nog and, cream liqueurs in time for the fall holidays. Visit www. stinsondistilling.com.

Treaty Oaks Distilling Co. was recently approved to add beer to their mix of products and will start serving it soon. They are also getting ready to launch a new bourbon called Ghost Hill. Future plans include B&B accommodations and hosting wedding events.

Visit wwww.treatyoakdstilling.com.

Fall Creek Vineyards has been making premium wines since they were established in 1975. Fall Creek is known as the “First Family of Texas Wine.”

They also produce wines for Salt Lick Cellars. Visit www.fcv.com.

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299 Mercer, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 345 Mercer Street, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 301 West Hwy 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 1322 W. Hwy. 290, Ste. D, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 2400-B W. Hwy 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 9521 US Hwy 290 W, Suite 103, Austin, TX 78737 131 E. Mercer Street, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 511 Old Fitzugh Rd., Dripping Springs, TX 78620 www.drippinwaste.com www.texaselitemoving.com 28109 RR 12, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 18281 FM 150, Driftwood, TX 78619 2720 East US Hwy 290, Dripping Springs TX 78620 207 Mercer Street, Dripping Springs, Texas 78620 211 Mercer Street, Dripping Springs, Texas 78620 12507 Pauls Valley Rd, Austin, TX 78737 16746 Fitzugh Rd., Suite #101, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 100 Brookside, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 2600 E. Hwy 290, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 19022 FM 150 W., Driftwood, TX 78619 701 W. Highway 290, Suite 103, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 3700 Bell Springs Rd., Dripping Springs, TX 78620 501 Old Fitzhugh Rd., Dripping Springs, TX 78620 9324 Highway 290 West, Austin, TX 78736 9912 US Hwy 290 W, Austin, TX 78737 13701 Fitzhugh Rd., Austin, TX 78736 16746 Fitzhugh Rd., Suite 103, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 1320 W. Hwy. 290, Suite A, Dripping Springs, TX 78620 15000 Fitzhugh Rd., Austin, TX 78736 210 S Bluff St., Dripping Springs, TX 78620x

512-858-5337 512-858-4204 512-858-9459 512-829-5093 512-859-5459 512-888-9453 512-829-4064 512-447-2888 512-858-5376 512-858-0950 512-894-2042 512-703-0628 512-858-2400 512-829-4636 512-829-4723 512-536-0646 512-301-7999 512-829-4634 512-894-4009 512-779-2499 512-894-2109 512-643-7398 512-643-7398 512-288-4932 512-288-4270 512-569-4766 512-894-4043 512-894-2155 512-923-8965 512-921-5766

Some businesses within this publication may not have store front addresses or are located outside of the map area. All locations are approximate.

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512-288-4932 9324 Highway 290 West • Austin, TX 78736

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16746 Fitzhugh Road #103, Dripping Springs, TX 78620

Coffman Real Estate Specializes in New Construction, Resale, Large & Small Acreage Tracts & Ranches in The Texas Hill Country www.CoffmanRealEstate.com

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512-894-4043

6250 FM 967 ~ Rutherford Ranch, Buda ~ 222 Acre Working Horse Ranch Tour the Ranch on our Website at www.CoffmanRealEstate.com New Construction in Dripping Springs 136 Black Hawk ~ 3257 sq ft ~ 1.2 acres

Resale in Driftwood 1186 Ranchers Club Lane ~ 4200 sq ft ~ 2.1 acres

Large Acreage Lots in Dripping Springs Ranches of Hamilton Pool ~ 25 acres Walking W Ranch ~ 10-14 acres Lots The Vineyards ~ 3.16 - 4 acres

Small Acreage Lots in Dripping Springs Saddletree Ranch ~ 1.4 acres Dos Logos ~ 2.4 acres Canyon Rim ~ 4.913 acres

For prices and to view all of our featured properties visit www.CoffmanRealEstate.com

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DRIPPING SPRINGS + C R O S S W O R D +

Many of the solutions to this crossword can be found in articles and ads in this publication.

The answers can be found at: www.intheatx.com/drippingsprings

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4 Business is booming along this road 8 Walk in for a trim, walk out with a buzz 9 Get your fresh produce here on Wednesday 11 In this place you walk in for a trim and walk out with one 12 Dripping Springs neighboring county 13 Well Yeah this place makes them 15 Local winery that offers eight wines a year 16 Popular pool close by 18 Get new spokes and pedals here

1 County that Dripping Springs resides 2 This type of eagle can often be seen in these parts 3 Good food and music everyday 5 Soon to offer wedding events and a new bourbon 6 Local moving company that will pack and clean 7 You can find a swimming pool and sports fields here 10 Austin Stables offers this 14 The wedding capital of Texas 16 Dripping Springs offers miles of these type of trails 17 You’d be a lot cooler if you called this place

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512-894-2155 1320 W. Hwy. 290, Suite A Dripping Springs, TX 78620 WWW.HENCROWINSURANCE.COM

Fallon’s Cleaning Service Residential and Commercial Cleaning Services

“Quality is never an accident; it is always the result of high intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives”.

William A. Foster

512-648-0005 fallon311@hotmail.com www.fallonscleaning.com

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PRSRT STD ECRWSS U.S. POSTAGE PAID EDDM RETAIL

5716 W. Hwy 290 Suite. 212 Austin, TX 78735

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LIFE • HEALTH • LTC • DISABILITY • MEDICARE AUTO • HOME • BUSINESS LIABILITY

Contact an experienced agent to discuss your insurance needs

1322 W. Hwy. 290, Ste. D • Dripping Springs, TX 78620

512-829-5093 www.drippinginsurance.com marynate@drippinginsurance.com