Board backs incentive for potential second Publix

Stewart in line for tax rebate on Cornerstone project at I-75/SR 47

  • A rendering of the Cornerstone Crossing at 47 project at the Interstate 75 and State Road 47 interchange shows plans for a Publix grocery store as well as a convenience store, McDonald’s, Zaxby’s and Ellianos Coffee. (COURTESY)
    A rendering of the Cornerstone Crossing at 47 project at the Interstate 75 and State Road 47 interchange shows plans for a Publix grocery store as well as a convenience store, McDonald’s, Zaxby’s and Ellianos Coffee. (COURTESY)

    After 10 years of working on the Cornerstone Crossing at 47 project, Scott Stewart moved one step closer Friday to make the commercial development and a possible second Publix a reality.

    The Columbia C…