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Ceviche owners to open new steakhouse

Submitted by Libby Hendren, News Producer
Tuesday, July 30th, 2013, 12:39pm
Ceviche owners to open new steakhouse

St. Petersburg, Florida  -- A new dining option in Downtown St. Petersburg.

The owners of Ceviche also known as Caledon Concept Partners Corporation have plans to open a new steak-centric restaurant in the former YWCA building in September called Rococo Steak.

The property located at 655 2nd Avenue South is revamped with a year-long muli-million dollar renovation to create 170 dining and lounge seats in the the 9,500 square foot space.

The menu will not only include steak dishes, but fish and cuisine unique to St. Pete.

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A Slow PACE in Gulfport

Submitted by Cathy Salustri, Gabber Newspaper
Saturday, July 27th, 2013, 12:32pm
A Slow PACE in Gulfport

Gulfport, Florida -- When Gulfport city council debated whether or not to allow PACE (Property Assessed Clean Energy) to come to town, they heard from people who said Gulfport needed the program and people who said having such a program in Gulfport would hurt homebuyers. Council didn’t consider one possibility: no one would take advantage of the program.

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Changes in taxes may come for some St. Pete businesses

Submitted by WTSP Web Staff
Thursday, July 25th, 2013, 1:04pm
Changes in taxes may come for some St. Pete businesses

St. Petersburg, FL - City leaders are working to see more areas of the city thrive and reap the benefits of millions of dollars in tax breaks. 

The Enterprise Zone Development Agency has come up with a proposal that would give businesses located on Central Ave and 34th Street and other depressed areas a chance at state tax refunds.  These would be use for hiring and or building new hotels.

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Got a speeding ticket? Get a deal at Frankie's Patriot BBQ!

Submitted by Bob Shackelford, Producer
Thursday, July 25th, 2013, 12:52pm
Got a speeding ticket? Get a deal at Frankie's Patriot BBQ!

Tarpon Springs, Florida -- Speeding tickets can take a big bite out of your wallet.  But if you get one outside Frankie's Patriot BBQ on Keystone Road in Tarpon Springs, at least you can save a little money on food.

Frankie's tells 10 News, police have been holding speed traps in front of the restaurant for about a week now--even pulling violators into the parking lot to hand out tickets. 

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Tourist Development Council vacancy is announced

Submitted by Gillian Finklea, Web Producer, 10 News In Your Neighborhood
Saturday, July 20th, 2013, 4:24pm
Tourist Development Council vacancy is announced

Pinellas County, Florida -- Applications are now being accepted for an appointment to the Pinellas County Tourist Development Council. This appointment is valid until Oct. 31, 2016.

The Tourist Development Council and staff of Visit St. Petersburg/Clearwater are responsible for making recommendations to the Pinellas County Board of County Commissioners on matters relating to the Tourist Development Tax. This tax is used to strengthen the local economy and increase employment through the ongoing promotion and development of Pinellas County’s tourism industry.

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Last Call at the Peninsula

Submitted by Cathy Salustri, Gabber Newspaper
Friday, July 12th, 2013, 12:26pm
Last Call at the Peninsula

Gulfport, Florida -- Alex Kingzett and her husband Jim announced in June that they would close the restaurant end of the historic inn, at least...

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Chase to open new location in old Boston Market

Submitted by Libby Hendren, News Producer
Tuesday, July 9th, 2013, 9:54am
Chase to open new location in old Boston Market

St. Petersburg, Florida -- Chase customers will soon find a new Chase branch on 4th Street North at 38th Avenue North, the former location of Boston Market. Construction has begun on the project.

Chase recently moved it's North Shore location also on 4th Street North a block north from the corner of 8th Avenue North, adding a drive thru service.

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