Local Business
Thursday, May 14, 2026 · Seminole
Construction Underway on The Bluffs at Former City Hall Site
Developers have broken ground on The Bluffs, a 28-story mixed-use tower rising on the site of Clearwater's old city hall at 150 S. Osceola Ave. The $160 million project will deliver 400 luxury apartments, retail space and 440 parking spots near Coachman Park. Local leaders hail it as a key piece of downtown's urban renaissance.
Dutch Bros Opens Drive-Thru Coffee Spot on E Bay Drive
Dutch Bros Coffee has launched its new location at 2250 E Bay Dr. in Largo, bringing the popular drive-thru chain to Pinellas County residents. The spot offers extended hours through 11 p.m. on weekends, catering to early risers and late-night commuters alike. Local coffee enthusiasts now have a convenient new option near major thoroughfares.
Thursday, May 14, 2026
Largo Mall area mixed-use project faces uncertain future after commission denial
A proposed 284-unit residential and retail complex on West Bay Drive that earned unanimous planning board approval in August has stalled after the city commission voted 7-0 to deny the development amendment in November 2024. The setback leaves the project's timeline and viability in question.
Thursday, May 14, 2026