One Liners

Tourism continues to anchor Pinellas County’s economy, generating more than $10 billion in economic impact in 2025 while supporting roughly 100,000 jobs across hospitality, retail, transportation and related sectors. Beyond visitor spending, tourism is also driving significant reinvestment back into the county. In 2025, tourism-generated dollars returned nearly $155 million directly into Pinellas County communities,

Beachside Hospitality acquired Clearwater Beach staple Palm Pavilion, founded in 1926.

A new rental community adds 284 homes to Parrish as Tampa Bay housing growth pushes south.

A new 95 home community opens in Palmetto with pricing starting at $329,990 and no CDD fees.

St. Petersburg opens a competitive proposal window for redevelopment of the Historic Gas Plant District.

Kolter Urban reaches a key milestone as The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Sarasota Bay tops off ahead of its planned 2026 completion.

Part of TBBW’s ongoing Tampa Bay Top Companies series, spotlighting major employers across the region without ranking or order.

A downtown Sarasota condo is pairing luxury ownership with short-term rental flexibility.

Middleburg is planning a 330-unit luxury community in Spring Hill minutes from Moffitt’s new Speros Campus.

A new coastal neighborhood called SeaWinds will bring 76 homes to Pasadena just minutes from St. Pete Beach.

White Castle partnered with a Sarasota tech firm to launch its first fully automated airport kiosk serving hot Sliders around the clock.

Michael Saunders & Company will open a new office at 400 Central, adding another major tenant to the landmark St. Pete tower.