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By Elizabeth King
May 6, 2026

93K square feet of light industrial space opens in Lakewood Ranch

Two new buildings on Lakewood Ranch Boulevard represent “the most amenitized warehouse project in Florida,” James Peek of Tavistock Development says.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Louis Llovio
May 6, 2026

Collier County resort sells for nearly $1 billion

The JW Marriott Marco Island Beach Resort was sold to an investment group that took out $690 million in financing.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Anastasia Dawson
May 6, 2026

Allegiant launches special offer for travelers affected by Spirit Airlines closure

Allegiant Airlines will temporarily hold fares steady across markets that overlap with Spirit.

Florida

By Beth Luberecki
May 6, 2026

Fort Myers contractor goes global with marina storage niche technology

GCM Contracting Solutions’ ASAR automated storage solution made a big splash in the marina industry. Now it’s moving on to cars and other applications.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Louis Llovio
May 5, 2026

Hertz turns to eBay as it expands retail sales options

The Lee County rent-a-car giant believes a retail strategy that includes physical dealership and digital options is the key to growing its sales operation.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Elizabeth King
May 5, 2026

Nearly $21M Stickney Point project moves forward

Sarasota County commissioners authorized the acquisition and loan to finance the property purchase.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Anastasia Dawson
May 5, 2026

Pinellas CPA, attorney indicted in nearly $900K embezzlement case

Melissia Gathreaux, 56, has been charged with six counts of wire fraud.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Anastasia Dawson
May 5, 2026

$15B Michigan credit union expands in region with Hillsborough branch

Lake Michigan Credit Union's new branch is the credit union’s 23rd in Florida.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Elizabeth King
May 5, 2026

Breeze adds three new flights at two airports in region

The airline is launching new routes from Tampa International Airport and Southwest Florida International Airport.

Florida

By Elizabeth King
May 5, 2026

Waterfront restaurant opens on Manatee River

I’Lunie’s Dockside Bar & Grill is now welcoming diners in Palmetto.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Mark Gordon
May 5, 2026

SWFL member-owned golf club to build $110M clubhouse

Project at Bonita Bay Club marks the "final phase of a broader, multi-decade transformation."

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Louis Llovio
May 4, 2026

Publix's executive chairman to step down

Todd Jones, who worked for the grocer since 1980, will retire but stay on as board chair.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Louis Llovio
May 4, 2026

Sanibel, Captiva environmental group starts construction on housing village

SCCF is building housing on Sanibel with a focus on resilience after a previous structure was destroyed during Hurricane Ian.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Anastasia Dawson
May 4, 2026

Fiber-optic internet provider launches in Pinellas with $100M investment, 50 jobs

IQ Fiber is expanding in St. Petersburg, Clearwater and Largo.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Elizabeth King
May 4, 2026

Sarasota family office acquires Texas manufacturer

Nickolas Asset Management purchased Ranch Road Cargo.

Manatee-Sarasota

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