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  • Brian Hartz
  • December 17, 2021
Next-gen transportation firm to test ‘seaglider’ vehicle in region

REGENT, an aerospace company backed by Mark Cuban, has partnered with the city of Tampa, Florida, as it gears up to launch its seaglider vehicle in 2025.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • Business Observer Staff
  • December 17, 2021
Longtime elected clerk announces retirement

Linda Doggett has been with the Lee County Clerk's office for nearly 38 years.

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  • December 16, 2021
Prominent Sarasota oncologist arrested for prescription and insurance fraud

Head of Dattoli Cancer Center faces charges for procuring controlled substances illegally

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  • Louis Llovio
  • December 16, 2021
Trader Joe's anchored shopping center sells for $97 million

Granada Shoppes in Naples sells to New York real estate firm

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  • December 16, 2021
Collier, Pinellas lead region in land prices

Land prices in the region are relatively stable compared to other parts of the country.

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  • December 16, 2021
National pet store sued following local dog’s death

What started as a routine grooming visit turned into a deadly nightmare for one south Sarasota County family.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
    By
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  • December 16, 2021
New medical cannabis dispensary designed to change the shopping experience

Sarasota says hello to a new dispensary model designed to create a more relaxed environment before you even take a hit.

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  • Brian Hartz
  • December 16, 2021
Staffing firm, in wake of other major changes, updates brand

Tampa, Florida-based Kforce has redesigned its website and refreshed its logo and other brand elements.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Business Observer Staff
  • December 16, 2021
Homebuilder sets record for annual closings, up 90% since 2019

Christopher Alan Homes builds in several Southwest Florida markets.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
    By
  • Amanda Postma
  • December 15, 2021
Well-known HVAC industry business owner dies at 72

Mark Anderson grew the Cortez Heating and Air Conditioning company from five to 40 employees during the span of his ownership.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
    By
  • Louis Llovio
  • December 15, 2021
Downtown tower signs several new tenants, nears fully occupancy

After the pandemic and attrition dropped occupancy, Bradenton Financial Center is nearly full

  • Manatee-Sarasota
    By
  • Brian Hartz
  • December 15, 2021
Electric vehicle maker to open showroom in prominent new development

The Midtown Tampa mixed-use development in Tampa, Florida, will soon have a showroom that display and sell cars made by Polestar, an offshoot of Volvo.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Business Observer Staff
  • December 14, 2021
Former Marriott, US Airways exec named to airport board

Rita Cuddihy was appointed to a four-year term at the Naples Airport Authority Board.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
    By
  • Business Observer Staff
  • December 14, 2021
Roofing company gets recognition with 120-year legacy

The award was given to Sutter Roofing for its commitment and support to the communities it serves.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
    By
  • Louis Llovio
  • December 14, 2021
Miami developer: High demand for apartments leads to luxury complex in Pasco

Miami developer Mast Capital to build a 248-unit complex in Wesley Chapel

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