Could booming tourism help ease Pinellas’ budget squeeze?

Pinellas County is preparing for tighter budgets while one of its revenue streams continues to surge: taxes paid by tourists.

That contrast prompted a discussion at the Aug. 19 Tourist Development Council meeting about whether tourism dollars could play a larger role if voters approve Amendment 3, a proposed property-tax overhaul that could further reduce local government revenue.

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Bricks and Minifigs St. Petersburg location reopens for LEGO fans

For Doug and Connor Phares, building LEGO sets was more than a pastime. It was a bonding experience for the father and son.

Since becoming business partners, the two men have opened Bricks & Minifigs franchise locations in Clearwater and Brandon. Acquiring the St. Petersburg store, at 2775 Tyrone Blvd., was a logical next step for their Bricktopia Tampa Bay company.

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