New Stores/Restaurants Added to UTC

It was announced this week that two more well known chains are adding their name to the University Town Center roster; Zales and Mandarin Express. Zales is looking to join Omega, Swarovski and Edward Benier, along with anchors Macy’s, Dillard’s, Saks Fifth Avenue and Apple. They just submitted an application to the Mall, and are waiting for complete confirmation. Mandarin Express …

Benderson Park Hosts FSRA Championships

Sarasota’s own Benderson Rowing Facility was the host of this past weekend’s Florida Scholastic Rowing Association’s Sweep Championships. Hundreds of high school students competed in the 2-day championship all here from various parts of the state. Students from Manatee County, Sarasota, and Hillsborough County, as well as students from Miami, Jacksonville and Gainesville all competed. There were over 42 clubs and …

Nordstrom Rack Grand Opening!

Last week marked the grand opening of Nordstrom Rack! WRA provided full service civil engineering and construction management services for the recently executed building expansion at the Shoppes of UTC to accommodate the new Nordstrom Rack.  The plan consisted of a 15,000 SF expansion overtop existing drainage areas and utilities that were retrofitted for the building expansion without impeding existing …

American Eagle Coming to UTC

It was announced earlier today that the Mall at University Town Center has secured the retail chain American Eagle Outfitters. The Pittsburgh-based retailer  specializes in ‘current’ men’s and women’s clothing and accessories. Mall developers are hoping it will  draw a more youthful demographic. American Eagle has already started posting job openings for the new location on their website.   Other confirmed …