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By Elizabeth King
June 24, 2026

$20B auto retailer creating 100 jobs in Manatee County

Carvana is establishing an inspection and reconditioning center in Manatee County, its second such facility in Florida.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Anastasia Dawson
June 19, 2026

Port Tampa Bay charts a bigger course with major expansion projects

The completion of a new Sesco Cement terminal is just the latest project at Port Tampa Bay aimed at boosting cargo capacity to support regional growth.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Mark Gordon
June 12, 2026

Charlotte County medical transport firm surpasses 300 employees, drives for more

Ambitrans transports people in non-emergency medical situations in five counties in the region. More expansion — if it can hire the people to support it — is in the offing.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Louis Llovio
June 4, 2026

Sarasota private jet service founder convicted of $15M fraud

A Baltimore jury convicted AeroVanti founder Patrick Britton-Harr on six counts of wire fraud that defrauded investors of $15 million.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Anastasia Dawson
May 28, 2026

Cemex US completes $36M expansion of Port Tampa Bay terminal

The expansion allows the building materials company to handle approximately 1.5 million tons of aggregate per year.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Louis Llovio
May 19, 2026

Allegiant boosts nonstop routes out of Punta Gorda, St. Pete-Clearwater

The discount airline is adding a total of eight new destinations at four Florida airports.

Florida

By Louis Llovio
May 5, 2026

Hertz turns to eBay as it expands retail sales options

The Lee County rent-a-car giant believes a retail strategy that includes physical dealership and digital options is the key to growing its sales operation.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Anastasia Dawson
April 30, 2026

Port Tampa Bay secures $24M federal grant for terminal expansion

The grant funds a berth expansion that will increase vessel capacity, reduce wait times and improve scheduling flexibility.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Elizabeth King
April 13, 2026

Ferry service adds third vessel in Manatee

The Manatee Belle joins Gulf Islands Ferry to help meet demand, according to a statement.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Anastasia Dawson
April 11, 2026

Port Tampa Bay gets $10M grant for dredging project

The federal grant will enhance navigation safety, expand cargo capacity and strengthen supply chains across Florida, Rep. Kathy Castor says.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Elizabeth King
April 6, 2026

Bradenton emergency apparatus distributor acquires Mississippi company

Ten-8 Fire & Safety acquired Emergency Equipment Professionals.

Manatee-Sarasota

By Louis Llovio
March 18, 2026

Hertz adds popular Grenadier 4x4 to fleet

The Estero-based rental company will begin offering the vehicle this spring at locations nationwide.

Charlotte–Lee–Collier

By Anastasia Dawson
March 18, 2026

Winn-Dixie, Amazon partner for grocery delivery in Tampa, Sarasota

Shoppers from Pasco to Manatee counties can now purchase Winn-Dixie groceries on Amazon and have them delivered the same day.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Anastasia Dawson
March 16, 2026

St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport names new director

Mark Sprague, the airport’s interim director, has been appointed to the position.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

By Anastasia Dawson
March 13, 2026

TPA launches new airside shuttles in $91M upgrade

Travelers began using the modernized, automated shuttles at Airsides A and C this week.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

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