Industries

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By Beth Luberecki
November 10, 2023

Not-dead-yet mentality leads dinner theater to rise above slew of obstacles

In a period of decline for regional theaters, one in Fort Myers sustains an audience through some basic business principles and adapting to changing customer tastes.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Andrew Warfield
November 10, 2023

Sarasota's affordable housing crisis dissected at chamber summit

Most respondents to a Sarasota Chamber of Commerce survey say their ability to do business has been negatively impacted due to a lack of housing for workers.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Mark Gordon
November 9, 2023

Mellow Mushroom pizza chain plans Cape Coral location

National stone-baked pizza chain Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers plans to open a Cape Coral location in 2024.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Louis Llovio
November 9, 2023

Medical dispensary chain opening Clearwater location, 11th in Florida

Rise Dispensaries is opening a store in Clearwater this week, its second in the Tampa market in the past three weeks.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Jim Stinson
November 9, 2023

Sarasota botanical gardens sets opening for first phase of $72M project

Marie Selby Botanical Gardens says its first phase of its three-phase master plan for its downtown Sarasota campus will open to the public Jan. 11.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Jim Stinson
November 9, 2023

Tampa door giant sees future beyond inside

Tampa-based Masonite International acquired Fleetwood Aluminum Products for $285 million in cash.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
November 9, 2023

Hoffmann Family of Cos. properties brought nearly $200 million

The family calls the sale of Naples properties a “monumental transaction."

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Louis Llovio
November 8, 2023

Florida lawmakers OK funds for program said to cut homeowner insurance bills

The state House and Senate passed the funding during a special session that included hurricane relief and sanctions against Iran.

Florida

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By Mark Gordon
November 8, 2023

Pair of Sarasota bagel shops reopen under new brand

The name honors the grandfather, Burton “Buddy” Koffman, of the two brothers who own the stores.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Jim Stinson
November 8, 2023

St. Pete manufacturer buys high-tech recycler

Jabil aims to recover valuable components as consumers use more and more "smart" items.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Jim Stinson
November 8, 2023

Tampa airport lands four new routes, including a Vermont ski mecca

Tampa International Airport announces four nonstop routes to the north.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Mark Gordon
November 8, 2023

Naples eye doctor retires, sells practice to fellow physician

Collins Vision, an eye specialist practice with two Southwest Florida locations that’s celebrating its 20-year anniversary in 2024, has acquired Fisher Eye & Laser Center in Naples.