🥞 Pancakes incoming: Denny’s confirms new Liberty Hill location

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The Gist: Liberty Hill ISD is making room for all the new students headed our way. Bill Burden, Rancho Sienna, and Santa Rita elementaries are all being expanded to hold about 1,000 students each instead of 800. Construction is slated to start in September and run through August 2027. The projects are funded through the 2021 and 2023 bond packages and add up to roughly $23.5 million.

Why It Matters: The district is growing quickly, so adding space now helps keep class sizes manageable as enrollment rises. It feels like a smart, steady step to support families putting down roots in our fast-growing area.

Read more here.

The Gist: Looks like Liberty Hill is getting a Denny’s, and yep, we know this one will get a range of reactions! A new project filing shows it’s planned for 10280 W State Hwy 29 as part of a roughly $3 million development. The site is just under 12,000 square feet total and will include a convenience store plus two lease spaces. One of those spots is already claimed by Denny’s. If all stays on schedule, construction could start around mid-March 2026 and wrap by February 2027.

Why It Matters: Liberty Hill keeps growing fast, and this adds another familiar, easy dining option along a busy stretch. Some will be excited to have a go-to for pancakes and coffee, others less so, but either way it’s a practical addition for everyday meals and travelers passing through. It’s also another sign of how quickly Highway 29 is filling in!

Read more here.

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These gingerbread ice cream sandwiches pair soft vanilla ice cream with freshly baked gingerbread men for the ultimate holiday treat. They’re playful, delicious, and totally irresistible. Easy to make, but hard to resist sneaking a taste before serving.

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The first bite at The Thirsty Chicken pretty much explains the quiet buzz around it. The chicken stays juicy with plenty of flavorful routes to choose from, and the Cajun seems to win over just about everyone.

Regulars swear by the fried pickles, the easygoing patio, and the friendly staff who make the place feel like a neighborhood hangout. Add those NOLA-style daiquiris and it becomes an easy repeat visit.

More details here.

The arrival of J. Alexander’s at 750 E. New Hope Drive feels like a quiet win for anyone who loves a polished, American-style meal without fuss.

They’re known for classic comfort favorites and a slightly dressed-up vibe that still feels easy to slide into. If this location follows suit, it’ll be a solid new option for everything from casual dinners to “let’s sit awhile” nights, with a menu built for people who like their go-tos done really well.

More details here.

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ZBLT Industries is hiring full-time or part-time evening Commercial Cleaners to service locations in Leander, Cedar Park, and Liberty Hill. Work includes restroom sanitizing, breakroom cleaning, floors, windows, and restocking supplies. Pay ranges from $17 to $20 per hour. Learn more here.

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