Pasco EDC wins two awards
PORT CHARLOTTE – Pasco Economic Development Council received two Innovation in Marketing Awards from the Florida Economic Development Council.
The council honored Pasco EDC at its annual conference May 15 in Port Charles.
The Innovative Partnership Award recognized the Pasco EDC SMARTstart Program and its collaboration with CO.STARTERS, nine nonprofits, United Way and The Vinik Foundation for the CO.STARTERS for Causes inaugural cohort.
The Organic Marketing Campaign Award recognized the new Pasco Ready Sites 3D Property Videos. The project involved property videos using 3D and drone imaging to highlight location and access, utilities and infrastructure, and scaled renderings of how sites could be utilized by the end user.
“I am delighted to see Pasco EDC’s work recognized at the state level by the Florida Economic Development Council,” President/CEO Bill Cronin said. “Our team works hard to create innovative marketing initiatives and powerful partnerships that further the positive economic growth of Pasco County.”
Give input on Downtown Tampa’s future
TAMPA – The Tampa Downtown Partnership is hosting a series of interactive sessions to get feedback on its future. The organization is partnering with small businesses to host the events, and the shops are offering a discount or freebie if you “pop in” and speak your mind.
The “What’s Pop-In?” listening sessions will travel through Downtown Tampa’s seven neighborhoods from May 28 through June 4. At each location, Tampa Downtown Partnership staff will listen to ideas and concerns, track trends, and ask visitors to vote on a question tied to a major topic like growth, transportation, or public parks.
Upcoming sessions include:
- Grand Central at Kennedy (1120 E. Kennedy Blvd.), May 28, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Late Start Brewing (1018 E. Cass St.), May 29, 5 to 7 p.m.
- Top Shelf Sports Lounge (401 E. Jackson St.), May 30, 5 to 7 p.m.
- Small Giant (1051 Water St.), May 31, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Boulevard at West River (1345 W. Main St.), June 1, 9 a.m. to noon.
- Ulele (1810 N Highland Ave), June 2, 9 a.m. to noon.
- Tori Bar (442 W. Grand Central Ave.), June 3, 5 to 7 p.m.
- Mayor’s Food Truck Fiesta at Lykes Gaslight Square Park (400 N. Franklin St.), June 4, 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Prosecutor earns kudos from conservation group
TALLAHASSEE – The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission presented Assistant State Attorney Benjamin Laing with the 2025 FWC Division of Law Enforcement Prosecutor of the Year award.
Kaubg represents the 6th Judicial Court, serving Pasco and Pinellas counties.
Laing was nominated for his legal expertise and dedication, which contributed to the prosecution of several major cases, including a high-profile shorebird poaching incident.
He also established a system in which violators donate their financial penalties to the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida. This idea generated $50,000 last year to support these efforts.
“Benjamin’s invaluable partnership with the FWC and strategic approach has led to stronger legal actions against those who harm protected species, including manatees, gopher tortoises and migratory birds,” said Col. Brian Smith, director of the FWC Division of Law Enforcement. “He is a true advocate for wildlife justice and doesn’t hesitate to take on complex cases.”
EōS Fitness opens new gym
LAND O’ LAKES – EōS Fitness has opened 15,406-square-foot, full-service gym at the Village Lakes Shopping Center.
The gym represents the brand’s second location in Land O’ Lakes and 17th location in Florida.
EōS Fitness welcomes members 24 hours a day, seven days a week. It offers cardio and strength equipment, recovery solutions, smart technologies and group fitness and personal training options.
A few perks of this particular location include a Evolt 360 Body Composition Scanner that provides data about your body through 40+ fitness measures, as well as an indoor green turf training area, a recovery space with massage chairs and a locker room with showers.
Memberships start as low as $9.99 per month.
On the web: www.eosfitness.com
