Sports–Entertainment

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By Business Observer Staff
April 6, 2023

Pickleball club brings in general manager with 45 years of experience

The Pickleball Club's Lakewood Ranch location is expected to open this spring.

Manatee-Sarasota

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By Brian Hartz
March 10, 2023

St. Pete mayor expresses ‘full faith’ Rays will remain in city

Ken Welch, speaking at an Urban Land Institute event, says he’s "not concerned" with ongoing speculation that the team could wind up in Tampa or even an entirely different market.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Mark Gordon
March 5, 2023

Tampa Bay Rays radio announcer, community leader dies at 58

Dave Wills called games for the Rays since 2005.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Brian Hartz
March 1, 2023

Tampa tourism agency makes most of Rays’ stay in Orlando

Visit Tampa Bay is capitalizing on the opportunity to reach more spring training fans.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Brian Hartz
February 28, 2023

Busch Gardens debuts Serengeti Flyer, its latest thrill ride

The attraction soars over the Tampa amusement park’s 65-acre Serengeti Plain area at speeds of up to 68 mph.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Amanda Postma
February 23, 2023

Nonprofit sets up fishing charters for disadvantaged kids

Chasten Whitfield was just 16 when she began these fishing charters. Now she hopes to make it a full-time job.

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By Louis Llovio
February 14, 2023

Tampa takes step toward building 5-mile, $30M Riverwalk expansion

The city, with the aid of $24 million federal grant, is on the hunt for design team as it expands the trail and addresses safety concerns in neighborhoods west of downtown.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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By Brian Hartz
February 9, 2023

Tiger Woods’ PopStroke sets opening date for Tampa location

The golf entertainment facility will welcome guests starting at noon on Feb. 17.

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By Mark Gordon
February 8, 2023

Statewide pool service firm makes splash with Naples acquisition

Naples Pool Service was founded in 1969.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

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By Brian Hartz
January 30, 2023

St. Pete mayor opts for Rays/Hines proposal to redevelop Tropicana Field site

Calling his decision "the safe bet," Ken Welch says that the Sunshine City and its MLB team are now "engaged" and doesn’t expect discussions with Tampa to continue.