A jury found James Staten guilty on 35 of 36 counts for taking $1.5 million from customers for pool construction projects and not following through. […]
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Olympus Pools Owner James Staten’s Trial: Money Mishandling Allegations
James Staten, owner of Olympus Pools, took the stand in court for allegations of taking $1.5 million from customers, using the funds for personal expenses […]
New Food Hall Opens In Trinity Area Of New Port Richey
The Collective at Escape, a new taproom and food hall, has opened in the Trinity area of New Port Richey, offering a variety of food […]
Escape Brewing Co. And The Collective Food Hall Open In Pasco County
Brothers-in-law McGregor and Thompson, founders of Escape Brewing Co. and The Collective Food Hall & Cocktails, have expanded their brewery business with a food hall […]
Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Acquires 40 Former Big Lots Stores
The retail chain Ollie’s Bargain Outlet has acquired 40 former Big Lots stores from the Gordon Brothers investment firm, including three in Florida. Two local […]
Escape Brewing Co. Founders Launch Food Hall And Craft Beer Haven
Two brothers-in-law who started a craft beer company in 2014, have expanded their business to include a food hall, The Collective Food Hall & Cocktails. […]
Bikes And Brews: A Local Partnership For Cycling And Craft Beer
Local businesses Trek Land O’ Lakes and Thirsty Buffalo Brewing Company have teamed up to host a monthly event called Bikes and Brews, where cyclists […]
Hooters Not Going Bankrupt As HMC Hospitality Group Flourishes
Despite reports of financial troubles, the original owners of Hooters, HMC Hospitality Group, say that their business is good and that new locations like the […]
Urgent Care Center For Mental Health Opens In Florida
The first urgent care center dedicated to mental health services has opened in New Port Richey, Florida. The BayCare Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center aims […]
Florida Pool Contractor Faces Felony Charges And Lifetime Ban
Jury selection is underway for pool company owner James Staten, who faces multiple felonies and a lifetime ban in Florida for allegedly taking over $1.5 […]