Industries

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By Andrew Warfield
February 7, 2024

Proposed density increase in Sarasota neighborhood criticized as 'ghetto'

The Sarasota Housing Authority seeks higher density for new developments. A city Planning Board member says doubling the number of units at the Bertha Mitchell community will unfairly burden Newtown.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Mark Gordon
February 7, 2024

Builder quickly sells nearly 30 homes in new Babcock Ranch neighborhood

This is the first time Christoper Alan Homes has built homes in the community.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Jim Stinson
February 7, 2024

Entrepreneurs aim to thwart Haines City’s food truck ban

Haines City delayed a reading and potential vote on a proposed ordinance banning food trucks after a public interest law firm argued that the ban violates Florida law.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
February 6, 2024

Pinellas medical manufacturer will close facility, lay off employees

BioDerm has notified the state that is cutting about 50 employees at its facility in Largo but says it will eventually relocate in the county.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
February 6, 2024

Clearwater aquarium’s $32M expansion includes sea lion, penguin exhibits

Work on several new exhibits and other major upgrades will begin shortly after construction of a manatee rehab center finishes in the spring and a fundraising drive kicks off.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Jim Stinson
February 6, 2024

Joe Chillura, behind tax plan that saved the NFL in Tampa Bay, dies at 84

Joe Chillura — architect, former Hillsborough County commissioner and former Tampa City council member — died Saturday. He was 84.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Mark Gordon
February 6, 2024

Naples condo listed for $32.5M, nearby house hits market for $29.5M

The $30 million-plus residential listing market has two new entries in Naples.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Jim Stinson
February 6, 2024

National zoo consultant based in St. Pete adds three clients

Felis Consulting, a St. Petersburg company specializing in small zoos and aquariums, brought in record revenue in 2023 and will have three new clients in 2024.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
February 5, 2024

Allegiant says $610M Port Charlotte resort's 'financial maturity' will take time

The Las Vegas owner of the Sunseeker Resort says early bookings are strong and that the resorts total assets top $610 million.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Louis Llovio
February 5, 2024

Sales start at Tampa condo tower with space for 90-foot yachts

The third and final tower at the Westshore Marina District is expected to begin construction later this year.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Jim Stinson
February 5, 2024

Noted Tampa cancer center appoints new physician leader

The Moffitt Cancer Center has appointed Dr. Karen Lu, formerly of MD Anderson Cancer Center of Texas, as its executive vice president and physician-in-chief.