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Bastrop Economic Development Corporation is proud to celebrate Economic Development Week, or EDW, from May 12 to 16. For EDW, communities across the U.S. highlight the crucial role of economic development in building thriving, sustainable regions. Established by the International Economic Development Council, EDW provides a national platform to honor the...Continue Reading

Photos and Article By Terry Hagerty – Contributing WriterAya Lueders is a study in deep concentration as she fashions a bouquet of exquisite flowers at Bastrop Florist. It’s a Monday morning at 806 Chestnut Street and owner Aya and staff are handling a slew of customer orders as Mother’s Day...Continue Reading

Bastrop ISD honored students who have committed to its Pathways in Early Technology Early High School programs for advanced manufacturing in May, as well as three Cedar Creek High School students who will participate in the first cohort of a partnership with Acutronic.What you need to knowThe signing ceremony commemorated...Continue Reading

Bastrop, a town buzzing with charm, is full of local businesses with big ambitions, but sometimes, vision isn’t always enough. Access to funding—especially flexible, affordable funding—can be the missing link between idea and impact.That’s where the BEDC and Roscoe Bank, a Division of Cornerstone Capital Bank, step in. Together, they’ve...Continue Reading

The first three Bastrop ISD students hired by aerospace, defense and transportation technology company Acutronic through an apprenticeship partnership will be recognized at a celebration May 2.What they offerPart of the district’s Pathways in Technology Early College High School, or P-Tech program, the partnership provides students the opportunity to gain...Continue Reading

BASTROP, TEXAS, April 14, 2025 – LS Electric proudly celebrated the grand opening of its new Bastrop Campus at 409 Technology Drive, marking a major milestone in the company’s ongoing expansion in North America. The event welcomed esteemed guests and industry leaders to commemorate LS Electric’s continued innovation in power...Continue Reading

Bastrop is one step closer to having access to more dining, retail, hospitality and wellness options after the groundbreaking of Sendero, a 75-acre mixed-use development.On April 10, Pearl River Companies developers, members of the Bastrop Chamber of Commerce, and local officials celebrated the groundbreaking of Phase 1 of Commercial and...Continue Reading

From a Petsmart and Texas Roadhouse coming soon, to new ownership taking over the Bastrop Cafe, learn more local business updates from the Bastrop area.Now OpenMelissa Kay ArtistryBastrop entrepreneur Melissa Hayes launched her photography and makeup business, specializing in portraits and weddings. She is crowdfunding for a studio but currently...Continue Reading

The first quarter of 2025 saw the Bastrop Economic Development Corporation make strong progress on several annual goals and build off successes in 2024. Additional initiatives are also in the works for the coming months. Dori Kelley, Business Attraction, Retention, and Expansion Manager, highlighted fostering communication, further development of the...Continue Reading

Einstein Bros. Bagels has plans to open a new location in Bastrop. The large American chain is best known for its freshly baked bagels, sandwiches, coffees, and other baked goods.A closer lookAccording to Public Relations Manager Gabriel Washburn, the company plans to open a location in Bastrop, although an opening...Continue Reading

In April, Pearl River Companies will be breaking ground on the next phase of a 75-acre mixed-use development—Sendero. Once completed, the development will feature new hotel, retail, dining, housing, and health and wellness options.The first phase of Alta Trails multifamily apartments has been completed on the property, kicking off a...Continue Reading

Here are five businesses and eateries headed to Burleson Crossing and the upcoming Burleson Crossing East, which is expected to open summer 2026.Chipotle Mexican GrillOriginally set to open last fall, Chipotle spokesperson Annie Gradinger said Chipotle Mexican Grill will debut its first Bastrop spot later this year in Burleson Crossing...Continue Reading

Theo and Rebecca Syrpis make a great husband-wife team for their business at 1020 Main Street – Silver Creek Collections/Coffee Greeks. “Rebecca has a flair for fashion and choosing great clothes, handbags, hats, and jewelry that grab our customers’ attention,” Theo said. “And I have actually made use of my...Continue Reading

Bastrop’s only coworking space recently opened inside Bastrop Fitness Project, offering a shared office environment with amenities and opportunities to connect with others.In a nutshellOwner Richard "RB" Brown and his wife Chris Kelly opened Bastrop CoWork on March 1.“There’s just something about being with people, in person,” Brown said. “I...Continue Reading

De Lacey Martin wears many hats as owner of Bastrop’s Radiant Juice and Smoothie Bar at 702 S. Main Street. De Lacey is an herbalist, midwife, and real estate agent for Stanberry Realtors. De Lacey said she also has a strong dedication to seeing that Bastrop “stays healthy” in its...Continue Reading

Technical Adhesives Ltd. said its revenue is up by double-digits now that its Bastrop factory is open, at a time when its non-U.S. business has been relatively stagnant.Read more here. Continue Reading

The luscious gooey chocolate was dripping off a ladle being used to coat a pan of fresh strawberries at Bastrop’s Sugar Shack. It was a busy afternoon, a week before Valentine’s Day at the popular confectionery store. “On Valentine’s Day we sell tons of chocolate-covered strawberries because we have the...Continue Reading

Gov. Greg Abbott selected the city of Bastrop to host a segment of the 2025 Governor’s Small Business Summit series.The overviewStarting in March, the summit series will take place in 15 cities across Texas, according to a Jan. 22 news release from Abbott’s office.The summit aims to help small business...Continue Reading

Bastrop, TX – Technical Adhesives, a leading provider of high-performance adhesive solutions, has officially opened its USA Headquarters in Bastrop, marking a significant milestone in its global expansion strategy. Known for its innovative adhesive technologies, the company is poised to strengthen its presence in the U.S., Mexico, and Canadian markets...Continue Reading

A trio of friends has turned their love of coffee into a popular space at the Chestnut Grove Food Truck Court in Bastrop. For sisters Adeline and Katie Gordon, and Mike Marin (Katie’s husband), it all came together for the three owners when they recently opened Sunshine Sister Coffee Company.“I...Continue Reading