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  • July 20, 2015
Teco execs jolt market with potential sale

The Tampa-based Teco Energy says its exploring 'strategic alternatives,' including one that could sell the major Florida utility.

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  • July 17, 2015
Bank shines on region, acquires two branches

Plant City-based Sunshine Bank continues its strategy to grow on the Gulf Coast.

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  • July 17, 2015
Insurance firm seizes opening in New England, Carolinas

Heritage Insurance Holdings submitted applications to start writing policies in the Carolinas and New England.

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  • July 17, 2015
Company plans to hire 1,000 people in 60 days

Alta Resources plans to hire 1,000 people in Fort Myers for seasonal work to assist customers enrolling in health insurance plans.

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  • July 17, 2015
Bradenton lawyer to oversee judge selection panel

Will Robinson, with Blalock Walters, focuses on real estate law.

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  • July 17, 2015
The return of spec

In a move not seen in years, a developer plans new offices in Naples — sans tenants.

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  • July 17, 2015
Entrepreneurial docs win accolades

By day, Alexander Eaton and Hussein Wafapoor see dozens of patients at their ophthalmology practice, Retina Health Center in Fort Myers.

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  • July 17, 2015
Wanted: Best of the best

The Business Observer is scouting for bright, young business leaders for the 16th year of the popular “40 under 40” issue. It's open to entrepreneurs, executives and professionals in any field or industry from the Greater Tampa area through Naples.

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  • July 17, 2015
Subdivide and Conquer

Canada's Agellan Capital Partners buys the former Kash n' Karry Food Stores distribution center and corporate headquarters.

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  • July 17, 2015
Vinik's Vision

Downtown Tampa will never be the same when Jeff Vinik's redevelopment project is in full gear. That's the idea.

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  • July 17, 2015
Tech shakes up real estate

Over the last two decades, technology has radically changed how people live and work.

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  • July 17, 2015
Plastic surgeon/ear, nose, throat doctor buys Bee Ridge buildings

A company led by Sarasota plastic surgeon and otolaryngologist Dr. Sumeet Bhanot purchased two connected office buildings with a total of 4,650 square feet for $1.23 million.

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  • July 17, 2015
Same-sex marriage ruling impact dissected

The U.S. Supreme Court's same-sex marriage ruling will impact more than state and local government officials.

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  • July 17, 2015
Gas prices fuel tourism

It's no surprise that Florida is a big beneficiary of lower oil prices. To the delight of the hospitality industry, Americans are driving to the Sunshine State in record numbers, filling hotel rooms, restaurants and attractions statewide.

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  • July 17, 2015
Retail bidder takes TIA to court

A $1.3 billion concessions deal Tampa International Airport operators struck with 11 different business groups is headed to court.

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