Howdy, Hutto. Looks like some sunshine finally did the rain dance; we got some decent rain this past weekend. More importantly, there’s a new coffee shop, a data center proposal stirring debate, and plenty to get into this week. Welcome to the first issue.

New Coffee Shop Opening | BrewLAB, a new coffee shop owned by Laureen Ballard, will soft open on weekends through April with drinks and light bites before its grand opening on Mother’s Day weekend, May 10.

Data Center Proposal | Residents have raised concerns about noise, heat, electricity demand and compatibility with nearby homes as Zydeco Development seeks approval for a midscale data center near Ed Schmidt Boulevard and Limmer Loop, with the public hearing open through April 20 and City Council set to consider it May 7.

Teacher Recognition | Howard Norman Elementary kindergarten teacher Olivia Joseph was surprised with a $25,000 Milken Educator Award during a school assembly, making her the first-ever recipient from Hutto ISD and the state’s only honoree for 2025–26.

New Showroom Opening | Fells Hardwood Supply, a custom woodworking business started in a Hutto garage, is opening its first showroom on CR 108 in mid-April with a grand opening planned for May.

Fritz Park Reopening | The park is set to reopen this May following an $11 million renovation that adds a pump track, expanded splash pad, new playground, trails, and more parking.

Meet The Brewer’s Night | Cottonwood Creed Brewery • 6–8 PM

Trivia Night | The Downtown Hall of Fame • 7–10 PM

Pokémon TCG Meetup (Kids) | The Story Emporium & Bookshop • 4:30–6 PM

Hutto Market Days | The Gin at Hutto Co-Op • 9 AM–2 PM

Hutto Spring Market | The Shoppes at 3333 CR 119 • 10 AM–3 PM

Cornhole Tournament | Cottonwood Creek Brewery • 12–3 PM

Spring Movie in the Park (Zootopia 2) | Adam Orgain Park • 8–10 PM

Vendor Market | Cottonwood Creek Brewery • 12–5 PM

Blind Date With a Book Swap | The Story Emporium • 1–3 PM

Remember East Street Pizzeria at 113 East Street? It was a great location for a bar and restaurant, and its closure last September left a noticeable gap in downtown Hutto.

The location still has strong potential—whether for another restaurant or something new entirely. It’d be great to see a tenant move in and bring fresh energy back to the area. Do we know who owns the property? Maybe we should have a bake sale and purchase the property and turn it into a swanky hangout spot. Call it the Hippo Haus.

Tuesday, April 14
🥎 Softball vs Vandegrift | 7:00 PM
⚾ Baseball @ Vandegrift | 7:00 PM

Friday, April 17
🥎 Softball @ Vista Ridge | 7:00 PM
⚾ Baseball @ Vista Ridge | 7:00 PM

Saturday, April 18
⚾ Baseball vs Vista Ridge | 1:00 PM

🌤️ Tue: Partly cloudy, mid 80s
🌦️ Wed: Scattered showers, low 80s
🌤️ Thu–Fri: Hotter, upper 80s
🌧️ Sat–Sun: Storms, cooling to 70s

👉 TL;DR: Warm start, then stormy cooldown

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