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Mutual Admiration Society

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Industrial Realty Solutions focuses on one thing as a formula for success.

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St. Pete site going for $18 million

When New York billionaire John Catsimatidis emerged as the buyer for a coveted block in St. Petersburg occupied by a crumbling garage and the old Pheil Hotel, reports described the price as “above $15 million.”

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A new frontier for airports

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Walking on air

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Sarasota exploding with apartments, hotels

Downtown Sarasota had quite the run-up during the last decade's development cycle, with projects ranging from the 16-story Plaza at Five Points mixed-use tower to the 10-story Courthouse Centre.

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Save the sand dollars

A day at the beach these days isn't always cheap.

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'A positive direction'

Strategic Property Partners' $35 million in infrastructure will set the stage for vertical construction in downtown Tampa.

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Former Tampa General employee sentenced for fraud

Shanakia Benton will serve three years in federal prison.

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Vacation rental agency hires general manager

He will run the company's office on Sanibel Island.

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Iconic restaurant begins $2M expansion

The redevelopment project will take place in two phases.

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Developer eyes St. Petersburg's tallest building

The 28-story tower would be the firm's fourth downtown St. Petersburg acquisition since 2012.

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Organizations hand out Excellence in Industry awards

The award ceremony will be held on Sept. 28, 2016.

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Tech company brings in sales VP

John Procacci has more than 25 years of experience in sales and business development.

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Tampa law firm names shareholder

Scott Arthur has been with the firm since 2005.

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