Industries

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By Louis Llovio
February 2, 2023

Activists argue housing crisis will worsen if more development not allowed

The need for housing has reached a critical point, and only bringing in more, and affordable, units can help ease the need.

Commercial Real Estate

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By Brian Hartz
February 2, 2023

Sundial owners unveil multimillion-dollar vision for iconic St. Pete development

Ally Capital Group and Paradise Ventures plan to remake the destination with a large outdoor bar and green space.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Mark Gordon
February 2, 2023

Naples bank branch hits $300M in assets, opens new office

The new Cogent Bank office in Naples will allow for more collaboration.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Brian Hartz
February 2, 2023

Momentum builds around commercial solar energy use

Florida, despite being the Sunshine State, has seen relatively few major commercial and industrial solar energy projects materialize, but change is coming — and one company is more than ready.

Technology

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By Louis Llovio
February 1, 2023

Feds sending $43M in grants to address road safety along Gulf Coast

The U.S. Department of Transportation is awarding $800 million in grants as part of a program to cut down on fatalities.

News

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By Mark Gordon
February 1, 2023

Bradenton powerbrokers launch new commercial real estate brokerage

Well-known leader Ben Bakker will run the unit, NDC Commercial Real Estate.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Mark Gordon
February 1, 2023

Noted entrepreneur replaces former Roy’s in Sarasota with French cuisine

"I’m looking forward to the challenge of seeing how good our brand is," says Buddy Foy.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Louis Llovio
January 31, 2023

Raising Cane's opens Clearwater restaurant as it expands into Florida

The popular Louisiana chicken finger chain is opening the doors at its first Tampa Bay area restaurant, the first of five.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Business Observer Staff
January 31, 2023

SCF Manatee-Sarasota grows nursing program

State College of Florida will be able to accept 350 students into its programs as a result of $1.1 million raised through community partnerships and matched by the state legislature.

Education

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By Louis Llovio
January 30, 2023

Structural framework completed at new 300-unit Sarasota complex

The Gainesville developer expects to open leasing in the spring and to finish the entire project later this year.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Amanda Postma
January 30, 2023

New restaurant concept to open soon in Sarasota

The new Mediterranean dining spot is set to begin service Feb. 8.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Brian Hartz
January 30, 2023

St. Pete mayor opts for Rays/Hines proposal to redevelop Tropicana Field site

Calling his decision "the safe bet," Ken Welch says that the Sunshine City and its MLB team are now "engaged" and doesn’t expect discussions with Tampa to continue.