Business Beat

Pasadena Pet Motel to Close After 45 Years, Citing Code Issues

Christopher Collier October 16, 2026

Pasadena Pet Motel, a Pinellas County kennel since 1981, will close, its owners say, citing code complaints, permit hurdles, and steep costs.

Ester Venouziou October 5, 2026

Here’s a look at some of the South Pinellas business news from September in Gulfport, St. Petersburg, Pinellas Park, and the Gulf beaches.

Cameron Healy September 30, 2026

Taste of the Beaches runs Oct. 3-11 with 50 restaurants. Trade a $10 ticket for a featured dish or drink and support Habitat for Humanity.

Mason Chambless September 15, 2026

Skyway Jack’s celebrates 50 years of classic diner food, loyal staff, and a legendary one-star Yelp review in South St. Pete.

Abby Baker September 11, 2026

On Sept. 13, The Wine House in Gulfport will close its doors. Some of the business’s wines may soon be available at Gulfport Brewery.

Ester Venouziou September 2, 2026

Here’s a look at some of the South Pinellas business news from August in Gulfport, St. Petersburg, and the Gulf beaches.

Abby Baker September 2, 2026

For this month’s “Seven Questions” with a Gulfport business, we asked Tommy’s Hideaway owners seven questions about life behind the counter.

The Gabber August 25, 2026

Gulfport restaurants are sharing their latest specials and deals — take a look below and start planning your next meal out today.

Cathy Salustri August 12, 2026

Opinion: Gulfport restaurants need your business now more than ever. Here are five ways anyone can help support Gulfport’s restaurants.

Ester Venouziou August 4, 2026

Here’s a look at some of the South Pinellas business news from July in Gulfport, St. Pete, and the Gulf beaches.

Trei Johnson July 15, 2026

Discover Pirate Ghost Tours at John’s Pass, where pirate lore, ghost stories, shipwrecks, and maritime history come alive after dark.

Abby Baker July 14, 2026

On July 9, GulfPerk Coffee Bar announced the permanent closure of the beloved Gulfport café in a post on its social media pages.