Month: March 2024

Florida Construction News staff writer The City of Sarasota is hosting a Main Street visioning workshop from 5 to 7 p.m. on April 2 in the Jack J. Geldbart Auditorium at Selby Library, 1331 First Street. Transforming Main Street between US 41 and School Avenue into a complete street is a... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Cabinet have given the green light the Caloosahatchee-Big Cypress Corridor project, to safeguard about 28,000 acres of Florida’s natural lands. The area is a habitat for the Everglades and the iconic Florida panther. “Florida continues to set the standard in... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Fort Lauderdale’s FAT Village project, now under construction, is being called a new era for Flagler Village. Spearheaded by global real estate investment manager Hines in collaboration with Urban Street Development, this ambitious mixed-use development aims to redefine the city’s cultural and economic landscape. The... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Mast Capital, in collaboration with BLG Capital Advisors, has broken ground at Hancock Bridge Square, a residential rental community. With construction started, the development will add 320 new residences to the Fort Myers area. Mast Capital announced that the $65 million construction financing was secured... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed at about 1:30 a.m. Tuesday after being struck by a container ship — sending vehicles into the water. Six construction workers are unaccounted for and two people have been rescued, authorities said during a mid-morning press conference.... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The National Institute of Science and Technology (NIST) has been conducting an extensive investigation into the Surfside Condo collapse and a March 26 luncheon and seminar in Toronto, Canada will delve into various aspects of the building, including its design, maintenance, deterioration, collapse, and the... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The Florida Panthers haveunveiled an NHL Practice Facility and Community Hub that opens for public programming. Baptist Health IcePlex is part of the revitalization of the historic FTL War Memorial. “We are thrilled to open this first-class facility, Baptist Health IcePlex in the heart of... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Stevens Construction has started construction of Kelly Brothers, Inc. at 15775 Pine Ridge Rd. in Fort Myers, the contractor’s executive vice-president and partner Don Adams said in a statement. Stevens Construction demolished the existing 14,240-sq. ft. building damaged by Hurricane Ian and is constructing a... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer Women from all walks of life are gearing up to make a difference in Hillsborough County through the Women Build event organized by Habitat for Humanity.Habitat for Humanity of Hillsborough County is set to host the spring event starting April 2, marking its fifth annual... Continue reading

Florida Construction News staff writer The ACE Mentor Program of Northeast Florida held a Trades Day event in February, aimed at inspiring and educating high school students about career opportunities in the construction industry.Trades Day served as a platform for students to explore various trades within the construction sector, including... Continue reading