New College of Florida’s future baseball field will be named the Beruff Family Field of Dreams, following a $1 million gift from Carlos and Janelle Beruff. Located at the intersection of U.S. 41 and University Parkway, the field will be a permanent home for the Mighty Banyans baseball team, which currently plays at IMG Academy. … Read more
The Girl Scouts of West Central Florida has named six women as honorees for its 33rd annual Women of Distinction Luncheon, scheduled for March 12, 2025, at Armature Works, in Tampa. This year’s Women of Distinction include Dr. Kanika Tomalin, chief executive officer of the Foundation for a Healthy St. Petersburg; The Honorable Kathryn Starkey, … Read more
Sparrow, a rooftop restaurant and lounge at Moxy St. Petersburg, is set to open on Dec. 20, marking the first rooftop dining venue in the city’s EDGE District. The Central Avenue restaurant offers a mix of Asian-inspired dishes and cocktails in an indoor-outdoor setting with views of downtown St. Petersburg. The 4,000-square-foot space includes a … Read more
MarineMax Clearwater was named the official dealer for Cruisers Yachts, offering the full lineup of luxury yacht brands including the GLS series, Cantius range and the newly launched 57 FLY. Cruisers Yachts expands MarineMax Clearwater’s offerings for customers in the region. “Our team is ready to help customers explore these American-made yachts,” said Collin Heimensen, … Read more
The first studio is set to open in Midtown Tampa.
Savage Coffees, a Panama-based coffee producer and roastery known for its Geisha coffee, will open its first café in the United States at The Nolen, a 23-story luxury condominium near Beach Drive, in downtown St. Petersburg. Founded in 2016 by Jamison and Leslie Savage, the company has earned global recognition for its innovations in coffee … Read more
For decades, The Colony Beach & Tennis Resort stood as an iconic destination on Longboat Key, weaving itself into the fabric of Sarasota’s history. When it closed its doors, in August 2010, a storied chapter came to an end for Dr. Murray “Murf” Klauber’s beloved vision, leaving an air of anticipation around what could ever … Read more
The ReliaQuest Bowl has announced that the University of Michigan and the University of Alabama will go head-to-head at the annual college game, scheduled for Dec. 31, at Raymond James Stadium, in Tampa. The game will kick off at noon and be telecast nationally, on ESPN. The annual bowl game hosts teams from the Southeastern … Read more
Tampa welcomes back popular brunch spot with new restaurant on North Tampa Street
Hillsborough County Aviation Authority board members have approved a $91 million contract to begin preparations for the expansion of Airside D, at Tampa International Airport. The contract includes installing security fencing, removing concrete, setting up contractor offices and conducting utility work. Groundbreaking for Airside D is scheduled for Dec. 18. The $1.5 billion project, set … Read more
