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Hooters Clearwater-based founders regain full ownership of brand Exterior view of the Original Hooters restaurant in Clearwater, Florida, showing its multi-level building with palm trees and bikes parked outside.

Exterior view of the Original Hooters restaurant in Clearwater, Florida, showing its multi-level building with palm trees and bikes parked outside.

Hooters Clearwater-based founders regain full ownership of brand

Chuck Merlis November 3, 2025

Clearwater’s Original Hooters founders reclaim the global brand and revive the local spirit that started it all.

Kai Trump to make LPGA debut at Tampa Bay’s ANNIKA tournament he ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge sign at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, and a golfer taking a swing on the course under clear skies.

he ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge sign at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, and a golfer taking a swing on the course under clear skies.

Kai Trump to make LPGA debut at Tampa Bay’s ANNIKA tournament

Chuck Merlis October 28, 2025

Kai Trump and WNBA star Caitlin Clark bring star power and new audiences to Tampa Bay’s premier...

Bojangles returns to Tampa Bay Nov. 4 with new restaurant Exterior of a Bojangles restaurant in Pinellas Park, featuring the signature red “Bo” logo on a white building with an orange awning and tree in the foreground.

Bojangles returns to Tampa Bay Nov. 4 with new restaurant

Chuck Merlis October 27, 2025

Bojangles opens its first Tampa Bay restaurant in Pinellas Park on November 4, expanding its Southern roots...

Downtown St. Pete’s EVO nears capacity with health-focused tenants A 23-story mixed-use tower named EVO rises above downtown St. Petersburg, featuring modern architecture, glass balconies, and surrounding midrise developments under clear blue skies.

A 23-story mixed-use tower named EVO rises above downtown St. Petersburg, featuring modern architecture, glass balconies, and surrounding midrise developments under clear blue skies.

Downtown St. Pete’s EVO nears capacity with health-focused tenants

Chuck Merlis October 27, 2025

EVO’s new tenants bring wellness-focused energy to downtown St. Pete, leaving just one retail space available.

Duke Energy Florida powers multifamily growth with energy-efficient incentive A modern multifamily housing complex with balconies and large windows, showing completed energy-efficient buildings next to new construction.

A modern multifamily housing complex with balconies and large windows, showing completed energy-efficient buildings next to new construction.

Duke Energy Florida powers multifamily growth with energy-efficient incentive

Chuck Merlis October 16, 2025

Duke Energy Florida’s new ENERGY STAR incentive offers builders up to $1,000 per unit for energy-efficient multifamily...

Firehouse Subs opens 1,400th restaurant in Clearwater Four people stand together inside the new Firehouse Subs restaurant in Clearwater, smiling for a photo in front of a mural featuring a Clearwater Fire & Rescue truck.

Four people stand together inside the new Firehouse Subs restaurant in Clearwater, smiling for a photo in front of a mural featuring a Clearwater Fire & Rescue truck.

Firehouse Subs opens 1,400th restaurant in Clearwater

Chuck Merlis October 16, 2025

Firehouse Subs opened its 1,400th location in Clearwater, spotlighting Tampa Bay’s strong franchise growth and community impact.

St. Petersburg YMCA CEO David Jezek reflects on 42 years of leadership Portrait of David Jezek beside the YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg logo, marking his retirement after 42 years of service.

St. Petersburg YMCA CEO David Jezek reflects on 42 years of leadership

Chuck Merlis October 15, 2025

YMCA CEO David Jezek closes a 42-year career shaped by service, collaboration and community leadership in St....

Ceviche to open in Tampa’s International Plaza Exterior rendering of Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant at International Plaza in Tampa, showing modern architecture and outdoor seating.

Exterior rendering of Ceviche Tapas Bar & Restaurant at International Plaza in Tampa, showing modern architecture and outdoor seating.

Ceviche to open in Tampa’s International Plaza

Chuck Merlis October 14, 2025

Ceviche is returning to Tampa next summer with a new International Plaza location that celebrates its Spanish...

After two-year closure, St. Pete’s Oyster Bar makes its comeback Exterior of The Oyster Bar restaurant in St. Petersburg’s Grand Central District featuring teal doors, wood paneling and the restaurant’s logo sign.

After two-year closure, St. Pete’s Oyster Bar makes its comeback

Chuck Merlis October 10, 2025

The Oyster Bar’s comeback highlights how St. Pete restaurants are fueling Tampa Bay’s post-pandemic dining and business...

‘Passport to Paris’ fashion event to benefit Tampa Bay charities Elegant gowns in shades of gold, lavender and blue hang on a rack, showcasing luxury fashion ahead of the “Passport to Paris” charity event in downtown St. Petersburg.