Former Macaroni Grill Could Become National Mexican Chain

Macaroni Grill has been vacant for more than a year, but that could change in the next few months.
Macaroni Grill has been vacant for more than a year, but that could change in the next few months.

For more than a year, the former Romano’s Macaroni Grill location has remained vacant on Bruce B. Downs (BBD) Blvd. in New Tampa. However, that may not be the case for long, as a national Mexican restaurant reportedly is in negotiations to lease the former Italian restaurant space, just north of Highwoods Preserve Pkwy.Continue reading

Totalscape Solutions Can Transform Your Commercial, Residential Landscaping

Totalscape Solutions owner Mark Gonzales (left) gives instructions about how to improve the landscaping at the entrance to The Sanctuary subdivision, located off Livingston Ave. in Lutz.
Totalscape Solutions owner Mark Gonzales (left) gives instructions about how to improve the landscaping at the entrance to The Sanctuary subdivision, located off Livingston Ave. in Lutz.

With the trees showing off new, fresh leaves and bright flowers blooming, spring is in full swing in New Tampa. But, you may have noticed your lawn and landscaping still has the winter blues. It’s that time of year when homeowners should take stock of their lawn and refresh it with new landscape design or much-needed maintenance.  Continue reading

‘Nations’ Unite For The 2015 Relay For Life Of New Tampa

Photo May 15, 6 32 41 PMBy Gary Nager

I have recounted my personal connection many times, but it seems that most everyone has been touched by the scourge of our time — cancer. If you haven’t had a family member or friend who has been victimized by this disease — which affects men, women and children of all ages, races and from every country of the world (see below) — consider yourself lucky.Continue reading