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Happy Wednesday Clearwater! ☀️
Welcome to today's edition of My Clearwater Scoop. Sometimes a newsletter issue isn't about events and trivia and lost pets, rather sometimes it's about something bigger.
Today we're dedicating this entire issue to one story, because it matters that much.
Clearwater is a beautiful city because of its green spaces, its wildlife, its neighborhoods, and the people who fight to protect them. But beautiful things don't protect themselves. The only way we keep what makes this city special is by showing up before decisions are made and not after.
Once a 70-acre piece of public land is handed over to private development, once the bulldozers roll and the habitat is gone, there is no taking it back. Hindsight is a painful thing.
Thursday night there is a community rally at The Landings and your presence could make all the difference.
This is that moment: the one where you either showed up or wished you had. 🌳🦅
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Photo Courtesy of Brian Fitzpatrick
Today’s issue includes:
⛳ 🌳 🦅 Save The Landings: Clearwater Community Rallies to Protect 70 Acres of Green Space, Thursday June 11th at 6:00 pm
🏖️ Clearwater Beach Water Temperature - Summer Is Here
🐾 Help us find Zena, Leah, Lobo, and River
🤠 Wednesday Night Line Dancing — OCC Roadhouse Clearwater Free lessons
🎸 Blackwater Jack - FREE - OCC Roadhouse - Thursday
🧘 Yoga
🏓 Stay Active Clearwater
🎯 Trivia nights this week & Music Bingo
Community News
⛳ 🌳 🦅 Save The Landings: Clearwater Community Rallies to Protect 70 Acres of Green Space
Photo Courtesy of Jason Foos
A beloved Clearwater green space is under threat and the community is fighting back. The Landings Golf Club, a public 18-hole executive course on Keene Road, is at the center of a heated debate after a proposal emerged to redevelop the entire 70-acre property into a large sports and recreation complex. A community rally is happening Thursday June 11th at 6pm at The Landings Golf Course - details below.
What Is The Landings?
The Landings Golf Club has been a fixture in Clearwater since 1972. Designed by renowned golf course architect Ron Garl, the par-63 public course features nine par-3s and nine par-4s, making it accessible and enjoyable for golfers of all skill levels. The land itself has deep roots in Clearwater history. Originally an airpark dating back to the 1930s, portions of the property were donated to the city by the Fugazzi family. The course is currently owned and operated by the family of PGA Tour pro John Huston and offers a driving range, pro shop, putting green, and lessons.
What Is Being Proposed?
A proposal has been put forward to redevelop the 70-acre site into a large sports complex. Potentially including a stadium with capacity for up to 5,000 spectators. The development would sit on what is currently public green space, and one of the proposed vehicle exits would run directly through Airport Drive, cutting through the surrounding residential neighborhood. Critics argue the project would bring significant noise, light, and traffic pollution to an area currently enjoyed by residents, golfers, wildlife, and families.
Why Residents Are Pushing Back
Neighbors and community members have raised serious concerns about the proposal on multiple fronts. The City of Clearwater would essentially be handing over public property for private development; something many residents believe should require a public referendum rather than a city decision alone. There are also practical concerns about whether a large sports complex would even be well-utilized, pointing to existing sports fields and courts around Clearwater that already see limited use.
Perhaps most powerfully, the green space supports local wildlife. A bald eagle has been spotted perched at The Landings. A powerful reminder that this land is home to protected species that would be displaced by the noise, light, and construction that comes with large-scale development. Once that habitat is gone, it doesn't come back.
Attend the Thursday Community Rally
The community is coming together to make their voices heard. If you care about protecting Clearwater's green spaces, public land, and neighborhood quality of life; PLEASE show up Thursday night.
📍 Location: The Landings Golf Course 📅 Date: Thursday June 11th ⏰ Time: 6:00 PM
This is your chance to stand alongside your neighbors and send a clear message to City Hall. Public green space belongs to the public.
Stay informed and follow the conversation at #SaveTheLandings #KeepKeeneGreen #NoSportsComplex #MaryMontPark
For more local news and community stories visit My Clearwater Scoop: → Here
🏖️ Clearwater Beach Water Temperature - Summer Is Here
Photo Courtesy of Edgar Serrano
If you've been waiting for the Gulf to warm up the wait is over. Clearwater Beach water temperatures have reached 81 degrees. Warm, clear, and perfect for swimming, paddleboarding, or just wading in. Historically Gulf temperatures peak around 85-86 degrees in late summer so we're already well into comfortable swimming territory ahead of schedule.
Check current water temperatures and conditions Here
Watch the live Clearwater Beach Cam Here
🐾 Lost & Found Pets
Our pets aren't just animals — they're family. If you've seen any of the pets below please email us at [email protected] and we will connect you directly with their families. One share could bring someone's baby home.
Zena
Zena has been missing for over 100 days from the Seville Condo area near Clearwater Costco. Her heartbroken family will not give up searching
Leah
Leah has been missing since April 28th from the King Arthur Court in Dunedin. Her Mom has owned her since she was a puppy.
Lobo
Lobo has been missing since May 11th from Gladden Park in St. Petersburg. Her Mom has owned her since she was a puppy.
River
River is a one-year-old male tabby (brown, white, and gray) who slipped out the front door on May 30th, and last seen near 134th Ave and Trotter Rd in Largo.
Local Events
🤠 Wednesday Night Line Dancing — OCC Roadhouse Clearwater Free lessons. 6:00pm to 7:30pm — All ages welcome DJ Brandon takes over at 7:30pm playing requests all night 10575 49th Street North, Clearwater INFO →
🎸 Blackwater Jack Thursday June 11th - FREE - 7:00 pm OCC Roadhouse Clearwater, FL INFO→
🐢 Sea Turtle Nesting Patrol Experience Join conservation volunteers monitoring nests along the beach Reservations required INFO & TICKETS →
Stay Active Clearwater
🚶♀️ SilverSneakers: Boom Class Wednesday June 10th at 8:00 am or 9:00 am - Aging Well Center @ The Long Center, 1501 N. Belcher Road, Clearwater, 33765, View Map LEARN MORE →
🚶♀️ SilverSneakers: Zumba Gold Class Thursday June 11th at 9:00 am - Aging Well Center @ The Long Center, 1501 N. Belcher Road, Clearwater, 33765, View Map LEARN MORE →
🧘 Yoga Thursday June 11th at 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm - Aging Well Center @ The Long Center, 1501 N. Belcher Road, Clearwater, 33765, View Map FEES & LEARN MORE →
⛵ Clearwater Community Sailing Center A nonprofit sailing center at 1001 Gulf Blvd offering boat rentals, sailing lessons for all ages, and Summer Camp. Open Tuesday through Sunday 9am to 5pm. LEARN MORE →
🏓 Pickleball Court Locations: Here is the easiest way to find Pickleball courts near you with an interactive map. LEARN MORE →
🎯 Trivia nights this week
🏖️ Near the Beach
Coco’s Crush Bar North Beach Wednesday 8:00 pm View Map
🏙️ Inland
OCC Road House & Museum Bandingo Trivia Monday 7:00 pm View Map
OCC Road House & Museum Bandingo Music Bingo Tuesday 7:00 pm View Map
Triple Crown Saloon Clearwater Music Bingo (Still Fun) Wednesday 7:00 pm View Map
Whiskey Wings Largo Monday & Wednesday 6:30 pm View Map
Two Buks Saloon Tuesday 7:00 pm View Map
Norton’s Southside Sports Bar Tuesday 8:00 pm View Map
⚠️ Trivia nights and schedules can change. We recommend confirming directly with the venue before heading out. Know of a change or a new spot? Tell Scout →
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Until next time,
Stan, Scoop and Scout