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Development

  • By Brian Hartz
  • December 30, 2022
Medical fluid maker rolls with the punches as delays mount

Progress has been slow for Assure Infusions, a new health care supply company taking shape in Bartow. But its founder believes the payoff will be immeasurable.

  • Development
  • By Louis Llovio
  • December 26, 2022
2023 could be year downtown Clearwater begins long awaited transformation

Talk about the redevelopment of downtown Clearwater is finally moving past the chatter.

  • Development
  • By Brian Hartz
  • December 15, 2022
MarineMax strikes lease deal with airport that will create 300 jobs

The recreational boating giant plans to build a 132,000-square-foot manufacturing center, parking garage, travel lift well and docking facility.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Brian Hartz
  • December 2, 2022
St. Petersburg receives four bids to redevelop Tropicana Field site

The Tampa Bay Rays have signaled renewed interest in the property by submitting their own proposal, in partnership with Hines, a Houston, Texas-based developer.

  • Development
  • By Amanda Postma
  • November 24, 2022
Animal rescue expansion to double capacity for dogs, cats

The project at Nate's Honor Animal Rescue is expected to cost $12 million.

  • Development
  • By Brian Hartz
  • November 24, 2022
High voltage: St. Petersburg contractor sees surge of success

From humble origins, Power Design has become a top provider of infrastructure for multifamily housing. Intense focus on employee training and growth drives the firm.

  • Development
  • By Amanda Postma
  • November 23, 2022
New indoor pickleball club picks up members before it's even opened

After researching what was missing from the game, Brian McCarthy discovered players were looking for some control in the environment.

  • Development
  • By Amanda Postma
  • November 22, 2022
Food truck park to spice up Old 41 in Bonita Springs

The project features eight food truck pads and a two-story bar.

  • Development
  • By Beth Luberecki
  • November 18, 2022
Eye care practice opens sleek new headquarters

High-end finishes and unique touches can be found throughout the new Frantz EyeCare office in Fort Myers.

  • Development
  • By Brian Hartz
  • November 18, 2022
Fast-tracked school meets wide range of needs

Built in less than a year, Babcock High School opened in time to serve students but also shelter the community from Hurricane Ian.

  • Development
  • By Brian Hartz
  • November 17, 2022
Next-gen high school rises on former ranch land

Kirkland Ranch Academy of Innovation in Wesley Chapel oozes ingenuity, both in design and curriculum.

  • Development
  • By Brian Hartz
  • November 17, 2022
The sky's the limit for downtown St. Pete's new crown jewel

At 515 feet and 46 stories, 400 Central will not only be tall — really tall — but it'll also set a new standard for design and amenities.

  • Development
  • By Louis Llovio
  • November 11, 2022
Largo looks to boost downtown with mixed-use sustainable development

The city of Largo is building a new city hall that will include 18,000 square feet of space for restaurants and shops.

  • Development
  • By Brian Hartz
  • November 8, 2022
Prominent construction firm launches new career track for veterans

Robins & Morton’s construction engineer role is open to military personnel with at least eight years of experience in the armed forces.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Amanda Postma
  • November 3, 2022
WIth labor shortage hovering, area builders jump into training programs

With more training opportunities available, trade companies will soon, officials hope, have a flourishing labor pool.

  • Development
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