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  • August 7, 2013
Mortgage official joins Sarasota bank

Joe Adamaitis, a 30-year veteran of the industry, is now with Insignia Bank.

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  • August 7, 2013
Scott wades into federal fight

Florida Gov. Rick Scott has sought out U.S. Rep Vern Buchanan, R-Longboat Key, for an ally in a controversial federal battle over the reinsurance industry that could impact the Sunshine State.

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  • August 6, 2013
Florida leads nation in boat thefts

The Yamaha Jet Ski is the top choice for thieves.

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  • August 6, 2013
Homebuilder appointed to Citizens

Cape Coral homebuilder and former State Rep. Gary Aubuchon joins the state insurer.

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  • August 6, 2013
First Watch pops up in Cornhusker State

Fast-growing chain will open three stores in three years in Omaha.

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  • August 6, 2013
Is debt better than equity for homebuilders?

The investor excitement over homebuilding may depend on which side of the street you're on.

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  • August 5, 2013
Tampa marketing firm stretches to Tar Heel State

Company intends to open an office in Charlotte for a new client.

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  • August 5, 2013
State regulators shut Gulf Coast bank

C1 Bank buys assets and deposits of failed First Community Bank of Southwest Florida.

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  • August 5, 2013
Pair of local residential sales top $10M

Both transactions provide more evidence of a recovery in the high-end market.

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  • August 5, 2013
Royal baby spawns campaign

The arrival of British royal heir George Alexander Louis on July 22 left the marketing staff at Sarasota Memorial Hospital with baby on the brain.

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  • August 2, 2013
Minimum Wage, Maximum Controversy

Employees of fast food restaurants such as McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's and KFC are on strike in cities from New York to Detroit.

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  • August 2, 2013
Tech Data loses top manager

Murray Wright was in charge of Tech Data's sales, marketing and logistics.

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  • August 2, 2013
Dallas 'man-cave' eatery chain hits Gulf Coast

Twin Peaks plans four locations in the area and 25 in Florida over the next decade.

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  • August 2, 2013
Summer construction heats up in Lee County

Lee builders pull more commercial and residential construction permits in July.

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  • August 2, 2013
Jodat Law Group owners buy new Sarasota U.S. 41 office

The price equated to $147 per square foot.

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