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Federal documents reveal Pass-a-Grille dredging project
The project calls for dredging approximately 150,000 cubic yards of beach-quality sand from the federally maintained navigation channel.

Places This Week: Brand new construction in Jungle Terrace
The Catalyst’s weekly roundup of notable Pinellas County real estate news.

Home Design: Modern Seaside Retreat
Set along the sugar-sand shores of Treasure Island, this four-story residence serves as both a personal getaway and a vacation rental.

Former Tampa Bay Bucs linebacker Shaquil Barrett puts Beach Park home on the market
Former Tampa Bay Buccaneer edge rusher and two-time Super Bowl champ Shaquil Barrett is currently selling his South Tampa home. Located in the Beach Park neighborhood, the home was purchased by Shaq and his partner Jordana for $2,295,000 in May of 2021, just a few months after…

Tampa City Center Wins National Green Building Award
Tampa City Center Wins National Green Building Award Tony D. Thu, 07/23/2026 - 01:07 pm Mayor Jane Castor, along with City of Tampa leaders, accepted the U.S. Green Building Council 2026 Project Excellence Award for City Center at Hanna Avenue. Tampa City Center Wins National…

Litigation over the Cortez Canal has been ongoing for four years
A developer and Cortez residents are fighting over control of the Cortez canal which residents argue is public property.

Rays unveil first look at work-play portion of proposed development, touting Fortune 500 interest
So far, the focus on the Tampa Bay Rays’ proposed move to Tampa has been on the new stadium. Today, the franchise unveiled the first detailed look at the rest […]

Largo’s $97K welcome sign project: More than aesthetics
"There's inherent economic value in creating a sense of identity and a sense of place."

City of Tampa begins restoration on the Historic Guida House
City of Tampa begins restoration on the Historic Guida House Tony D. Wed, 07/22/2026 - 09:41 am Historical elements central to the Guida House's identity, like the chimney and boat mural pictured above, will be reconstructed and preserved. Family photos show the construction of…

Pinellas moves ahead with North County Service Center
"By owning a properly sized and modern facility, the County reduces ongoing operating costs funded by annual property taxes."

Plans unveiled for new 400-foot luxury tower coming to Water Street Tampa
The next phase of Water Street Tampa’s growth has a huge new piece. Strategic Property Partners (SPP), the development team behind Water Street Tampa, announced that it has filed plans […]

What’s the future of the Woodson African American Museum?
The proposal for the redevelopment of the Historic Gas Plant District announced in July includes a new home for The Woodson.