Sports–Entertainment

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By Laura Lyon
April 4, 2025

Tampa duo gives longtime theater new life despite industry challenges

The movie theater business has taken some hits. But Shana David-Massett and Tim Massett are undeterred and optimistic — counting an investment of $2 million — on the industry's future.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Mark Gordon
April 2, 2025

Naples club undergoes $16M renovation

Full renovations scheduled to begin next month at The Club at Olde Cypress.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Louis Llovio
March 26, 2025

Rays get borrowed stadium ready for Opening Day

After an offseason focused on stadium negation and ownership, the team has a few days to get ready for 2025.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Laura Lyon
March 26, 2025

Legoland part of $90M indoor roller coaster project

Legoland Florida’s parent company, Merlin Entertainments, recently announced the construction of an indoor roller coaster — a first for the company.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Lesley Dwyer
March 25, 2025

BMX track draws amateur and pro riders to east Manatee County

Aker Brand Farms is a 15-acre BMX training facility and a dream come true for owners Jeremy Smith and Will Grant.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Louis Llovio
March 20, 2025

Tampa company named official water of Major League Baseball

A portfolio of regional spring and purified water brands belonging to Tampa's Primo Brands has been named the Official Water of Major League Baseball.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
March 13, 2025

Mayor says Gas Plant redevelopment to continue despite Rays rejecting stadium deal

The team announced it was backing out of a deal to build a new stadium.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Louis Llovio
March 10, 2025

St. Petersburg mayor has spoken with investors interested in buying Rays

The mayor says that the city will work with whoever owns the team to move forward with the agreed upon ballpark and that Gas Plant redevelopment remains a priority.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Elizabeth King
March 10, 2025

Former North Port Winn-Dixie to get new life as inflatable park

Do The Beach is a beach-themed inflatable park designed for all ages.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Louis Llovio
March 10, 2025

Report: Major League Baseball wants Tampa Bay Rays sold

A story in a prominent sports publication says the league and owners want Stuart Sternberg to sell the team to someone who will resolve long running stadium issues.