Industries

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By Louis Llovio
September 24, 2025

Connecticut pizza chain to open Naples restaurant next month

Riko's Pizza, which has a restaurant in Palm Beach County and one on the way in Miami, plans to keep growing in Florida.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Elizabeth King
September 24, 2025

Multiple lenders accuse Sarasota brewery of not paying millions in loans

Big Top Brewing Company is involved in multiple lawsuits over allegations it has not made payments on loans. In one case, the business has filed a counterclaim.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Mark Gordon
September 24, 2025

Noted Naples chef rebuilds life, business after vicious accident

Brian Roland was nearly killed four years ago while working a catering event. He has turned his recovery into a story of hope, resilience and, importantly, faith.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Elizabeth King
September 23, 2025

Bealls implements AI into retail company's planning process

The Bradenton-headquartered retailer has deployed a platform called Profitmind companywide that CEO Matt Beall says is "like adding rocket fuel to the way we make decisions."

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Anastasia Dawson
September 23, 2025

Tampa area ranks third in Florida for job growth

According to the most recent report from FloridaCommerce, Tampa had 12,700 more private-sector jobs in August than it did last year – a 0.9% increase that accounts for 15% of the state’s gains.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
September 23, 2025

Manatee building leased by cannabis retailer sells for $4 million

The property just off University Parkway, with a long-term lease in place, was bought by a New York investor.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Lesley Dwyer
September 22, 2025

Manatee County commissioners end funding of Bradenton EDC

Other public and private sources remain intact, but commissioners question the value of the county's contribution, which is close to $350,000 a year.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Louis Llovio
September 22, 2025

Rays take next step in sale to Jacksonville homebuilder with MLB approval

The two-decade Stuart Sternberg era of owning the Tampa Bay Rays is coming to a close.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Anastasia Dawson
September 22, 2025

Towering 250-foot Ferris wheel could come to downtown Tampa

Tampa City Council will soon consider plans to build a 250-foot observation Ferris wheel near the cruise ship terminals in downtown's Channel District.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Elizabeth King
September 22, 2025

Developer closes on financing for North Port affordable housing project

The second phase of Ekos at Arbor Park will bring affordable apartments for families to south Sarasota County.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Elizabeth King
September 22, 2025

Downtown Sarasota to get Bentley franchise in 2026

A Bentley franchise has been awarded to Dimmitt Automotive Group, which has experience selling what the company's CEO calls "reward automobiles."

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Steven Benna
September 22, 2025

The week's top commercial real estate transactions in Charlotte, Collier, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pasco, Pinellas, Polk, Sarasota

A $92 million Lakewood Ranch multifamily deal in paces the week in transactions.

Transactions

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By Louis Llovio
September 21, 2025

Local family seeks approvals for Naples luxury waterfront project

In the week's top commercial real estate news, Sprouts is opening two stores in the area, two land parcel sold to storage developers, and a Pinellas retail center brings $13 million.