Tommy Bahama Returns to St. Armands Circle with a Grand Opening on September 24th

    For many Sarasota locals, Tommy Bahama at St. Armands Circle was more than just a restaurant—it was a place where…

    From Buckets to Burrito Bowls: Chipotle Drive-Thru Moves Into Largo

    Largo, FL – August 2025 – Big changes are happening just minutes from Indian Rocks Beach. The old KFC at…

    Mademoiselle Paris Expands to Gulfport — A Well-Deserved Next Chapter for Sarasota’s French Bakery

    By Extended Reach Florida Staff Sarasota’s beloved Mademoiselle Paris is heading across the bay: the French bakery and café plans…

    Starbucks to Discontinue Pickup-Only Stores: What It Means for the Future of On-the-Go Coffee

    In August 2025, Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) announced it will officially phase out its pickup-only store format—a model born during…

      28-Story Apartment Tower Begins Rising in Downtown Clearwater

      Downtown Clearwater’s redevelopment continues to take shape as construction moves above ground on The Bluffs, a major mixed-use apartment project…

      Bocelli Modern Italian Expanding to Downtown Largo

      A popular South Tampa restaurant is crossing Tampa Bay as Bocelli Modern Italian prepares to open its second full-service location…

      Bubbakoo’s Burritos Expands Tampa Bay Footprint with Wesley Chapel Opening

      The Tampa Bay fast-casual restaurant market continues to attract expanding concepts, with Bubbakoo’s Burritos opening its newest Florida restaurant in…

      Selmon Expressway Expansion Proposal Advances in Hillsborough County

      A major transportation project under consideration could significantly improve connectivity between Tampa and the rapidly growing communities of southern Hillsborough…

      Safety Harbor Restaurant Named One of America’s Best by The New York Times

      Safety Harbor’s growing dining scene has earned national attention, with The Tides Market being named to The New York Times’…

      Diesel Prices Surge as Higher Interest Rates Add Pressure to Florida Budgets

      September 17, 2026 Florida households are facing rising fuel costs just as the Federal Reserve increases its benchmark interest rate.…