Jeff Rosenfield

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Belleair police draw accolades, gain equipment

1 week ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeff Rosenfield

BELLEAIR — The Belleair Police Department has received some awards and accolades in recent weeks. During the May 20 Belleair Town Commission meeting, the department was recognized as part of National Police Week, with several officers and Chief Rick Doyle posing for photos with officials. U.S. Rep.
BBA, Belleair Bluffs officials patch things up

1 week ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeff Rosenfield

BELLEAIR BLUFFS — Mayor Chris Arbutine concluded the May 19 meeting of the City Commission by questioning the Bluffs Business Association’s future commitment to the city in light of its moving the group’s regular meetings to the Belleair Beach Community Center. But afterwards, BBA officials denied any plans to move the networking group or its annual event, the Bluffs Wine Walk.
Belleair Bluffs hotel proposal draws mixed reactions

1 week ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeff Rosenfield

BELLEAIR BLUFFS — A proposal to change the city’s code to allow temporary lodging in certain sections of Belleair Bluffs drew support and backlash from residents at a recent commission workshop. During the June 9 session, several opponents of the move, which was requested by a local hotelier and businessman, voiced concerns about traffic, noise, trash and vagrancy as well as a lack of notice.
Prohibition Era-style bar and restaurant among new Largo businesses

2 weeks ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeff Rosenfield

LARGO — The downtown Largo corridor continues to grow at a rapid pace, as the $85 million mixed-use Horizon West Bay project, anchored by a new City Hall and 18,000 square feet of retail space, nears completion later this year. Meantime, city leaders continue to expand the business district’s boundaries.
Clearwater Bombers aim to keep legacy alive

2 weeks ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeff Rosenfield

CLEARWATER — There once was a time, before the Tampa Bay Rays, Lightning and Buccaneers ever existed, when a men’s fast-pitch softball team captured the hearts of most of Pinellas County’s residents. In fact, the Clearwater Bombers were so popular that attending games at the old Jack Russell Stadium is ingrained in the memories of many who lived in the area during the Bombers’ heyday from the 1940s-1980s.
Largo Central Park celebrates its 30th birthday

2 weeks ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeff Rosenfield

LARGO — Largo Central Park used to be the Pinellas County Fairgrounds, a hub for the area’s citrus and agricultural industries that saw the 70-acre site at Seminole Boulevard and East Bay Drive filled with fruit, cattle and fairgoers. Today, the land is home to a high-profile public park boasting a modern library and performing arts center. There’s also a Military Court of Honor, youth sections, a playground, a Largo Central Railroad miniature train ride and dozens of special events annually.
Largo commissioner apologizes for online post targeting city police

2 weeks ago | tampabay.com | Jeff Rosenfield

LARGO — City Commissioner Michael Smith issued a public apology for a May 18 social media post that disparaged the Largo Police Department following what he described as a “horrible” incident fueled by alcohol, Ambien and an argument with his partner. But based on remarks made by a police union representative, the longtime local lawmaker has a long way to go in his attempt to heal wounds his “poor decision” caused.
Indian Rocks Beach commission discusses vacancy searches, gets fire chief updates

3 weeks ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeff Rosenfield

INDIAN ROCKS BEACH — The latest Indian Rocks Beach City Commission was dominated by discussions of the searches for successors to City Manager Gregg Mims and City Attorney Randy Mora. But the board conducted other city business, too.
Largo commissioner apologizes for social media post

3 weeks ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeff Rosenfield

LARGO — City Commissioner Michael Smith issued a public apology for a May 18 social media post that disparaged Largo Police Department following what he described as a “horrible” incident Smith said was fueled by alcohol, Ambien and an argument with his partner. But based on remarks made by a police union representative, the longtime local lawmaker has a long way to go in his attempt to heal wounds Smith’s “poor decision” caused.
Seminole commencement celebrates ‘perseverance, pride and promise’

3 weeks ago | tbnweekly.com | Jeff Rosenfield

Seminole High School’s commencement ceremonies featured all the traditional pomp and circumstance, including a procession of students proudly walking across the stage to accept their diplomas. But in a new twist, the May 28 ceremony was held in the BayCare Sound amphitheater in Clearwater instead of St. Pete’s Tropicana Field, whose roof was blown off by Hurricane Milton. So the Sunshine State’s late-spring heat and humidity were in full effect by the start of the 11:30 a.m. event.