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University president to step down — eventually

The University of Tampa says its longtime president will leave in about 13 months, after his replacement is found.

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  • March 24, 2023
Governor signs major legal reforms into law

The bill will "decrease frivolous lawsuits and prevent predatory practices of trial attorneys," says the governor's office.

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  • March 24, 2023
$200 million Sarasota bayfront park names new CEO

The nonprofit had been relying on volunteer leadership.

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  • March 24, 2023
Publix commits to addressing food insecurity

The Lakeland grocery giant held a hunger summit to work with food banks on how to best get food to those in need — a growing population.

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  • March 23, 2023
Key leader behind booming Southwest Florida village dies at 88

Don Eslick earned the nickname Mr. Estero.

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  • March 23, 2023
Prominent political aide named director of New College Foundation

Sydney Gruters has worked for a pair of U.S. representatives.

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  • March 23, 2023
Despite major growth, water department cuts permit review time by 75%

Permits from Tampa's water department are coming much faster in the past two years as staff is added to address growing demand.

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  • March 23, 2023
Gulfside Bank hires leadership for new upcoming location

The new bank is expected to open next year.

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  • March 23, 2023
Synapse Florida founder to step down from CEO role

Lauren Prager will succeed Brian Kornfeld at the nonprofit that created and hosts Tampa’s Synapse Summit.

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  • March 23, 2023
Sarasota-Bradenton area physician to lead statewide group

Dr. Alissa Zdancewicz previously headed a local organization in her field.

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  • March 22, 2023
Luxury apartments open on nearly 14 acres in North Port

Units at the 279-unit complex in Wellen Park start at about $100 more per month than the average apartment in the city.

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  • March 22, 2023
Ringling Bros. are back in the spotlight

After a six-year hiatus, the show is returning with a 50-city tour planned.

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  • March 22, 2023
Michigan credit union, after acquiring local bank, rebrands Tampa Bay branches

Five former Pilot Bank locations have reopened under the Lake Michigan Credit Union banner.

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  • March 22, 2023
Luxury transportation company stretches services to Orlando, Miami

Naples-based BC Executive Services was founded in 2017.

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  • March 22, 2023
Naples Beach Club work advances as developers go through approvals

The more than $1 billion redevelopment of the historic beach resort continues even as developers work on the many pieces and approvals needed to make the plans a reality.

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