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Longtime Bucs team doctor and Tampa surgeon dies at 83

Dr. Joe Diaco was one of the longest-running team doctors in NFL history.

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The mortgage giant reports the 30-year fixed-rate average is up again after hitting 20-year high in October.

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Multimillion-dollar condos hit the market in Sarasota

Developers of The Ritz-Carlton Residences on Sarasota Bay have opened sales for the 20-story tower.

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Medical fluid maker rolls with the punches as delays mount

Progress has been slow for Assure Infusions, a new health care supply company taking shape in Bartow. But its founder believes the payoff will be immeasurable.

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November data shows more signs that home sales continue to struggle nationwide.

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David Habib of Yo Mama's Foods reflects on a year like no other

The Clearwater company had a banner year in 2022, but threats — inflation, for one — loom on the horizon.

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Opening date for dog bar on 'paws' as challenges stack up

The owners behind what they believe will be the "doggiest space to hang out" battle various construction delays.

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2023 could be year downtown Clearwater begins long awaited transformation

Talk about the redevelopment of downtown Clearwater is finally moving past the chatter.

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Work on the first phase of Gas Worx project in Ybor City starting in spring

After a long wait, apartments will be the first piece of Gas Worx development to be built.

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Tampa Bay among fastest-growing large U.S. metro areas

The region, with a population surging by 5.6% over the past five years, ranks 15th overall, according to a new study.

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Social bar looks to expand with $1 million in revenue on the horizon

Providing an alternative to alcohol has proven to be the right formula for success for a busy couple in Bradenton.

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  • December 22, 2022
Dunedin hotel for Toronto Blue Jays players gets $14M in financing

A Tampa company with more than 100 years of experience in the hospitality sector plays a key role in a major-league hotel project.

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Medical center announces $120 million project

The expansion in Lakewood Ranch is expected to create 100 new jobs.

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  • December 21, 2022
Florida homes sales fall nearly 40%

Higher interest rates once again throw a wet blanket over Florida’s — and nation’s — once robust real estate market.

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Dade City bank promotes executive vice president to COO

Jim Esry will also serve as First National Bank of Pasco’s director of enterprise risk management.

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