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  • By Beth Luberecki
  • November 1, 2024
Construction firm's 'overcome anything' mindset pays off

The pandemic and Hurricane Ian nearly destroyed an upstart Fort Myers construction firm. It even cost the owners their new home. Now G&R Construction has a new showroom from which to embark on its next phase.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Laura Lyon
  • October 31, 2024
Clearwater contractor wraps $62.8M Pasco magnet school project

Creative Contractors recently completed the construction of a magnet school, the firm's 22nd project completed for Pasco County schools.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Elizabeth King
  • October 30, 2024
Sarasota roofing firm provides pick-me-up with crane for water skiing nonprofit

Despite seeing his business multiply after the storm, the president of Sutter Roofing says he believes it's important to take time out to help the community.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Elizabeth King
  • October 23, 2024
Milton causes only brief delay in Sarasota luxury condo project

The hurricane left infrastructure intact at a pair of condos under construction on Golden Gate Point, the developer says.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Elizabeth King
  • October 17, 2024
National construction company grows team, project list in Sarasota

Suffolk Construction's Sarasota project executive has a bright outlook for the next year.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Mark Gordon
  • October 11, 2024
Pounded twice but Lee waterfront restaurant ‘ain’t giving up’

The Mucky Duck promises to come back.

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  • By Andrew Warfield
  • October 1, 2024
High-stakes plan to save downtown Sarasota building will cost $29M

Restoring the Mira Mar will be paid for with proceeds from the sale of 70 condos in twin 18-story towers built behind it.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Elizabeth King
  • September 27, 2024
Benderson Development spends $140M on acquisitions in September

Three acquisitions this month in Florida are part of an “aggressive growth strategy," according to Benderson Development.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Louis Llovio
  • September 24, 2024
Fort Myers Beach mayor says change is inevitable but balance possible

Hurricane Ian was devastating, but Fort Myers Beach Mayor Dan Allers has also seen the town's resilience, remaining true to the island's spirit.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Mark Gordon
  • September 23, 2024
SWFL mental health organization continues post-Ian comeback

Storm aftermath has been costly for SalusCare and Lee County, both in actual dollars and strained community services.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Mark Gordon
  • September 13, 2024
$188M contractor names new COO, five vice presidents

The promotions follow B&I naming a new CEO in July.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Lesley Dwyer
  • September 12, 2024
Home Depot, after protests, drops plans for east Manatee store

The big-box retailer was considering a store on the corner of Lorraine Road and Rangeland Parkway.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Carter Weinhofer
  • September 11, 2024
Developer readies a rarity: A new Longboat Key commercial plaza

The project will provide over 14,000 square feet of commercial space among six spaces in a prime mid-Key location along Gulf of Mexico Drive.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Elizabeth King
  • September 10, 2024
Venice patio enclosure company expands, rebrands

Absolute Aluminum has a new office in Bradenton as well as a new look overall.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Louis Llovio
  • September 10, 2024
Tampa's development chief looks for consistency, clarity in rewritten land code

As Tampa updates its land development code with the assistance of the public, the goal is to provide a guide for the city's future growth.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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