Tampa Bay–Lakeland

Louis Llovio
April 27, 2023

CRA approves $14 million for downtown Tampa theater

The money will go toward the second phase of a renovation that will, among other things, add a second screening room.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

Brian Hartz
April 27, 2023

Roaring '20s-inspired restaurant to open in downtown Tampa

The Dan’s menu will feature Cajun and Gulf Coast seafood cuisine.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

Amanda Postma
April 27, 2023

Plan advances for long-neglected Wimauma, despite housing conflict

Thanks to action from community organizations, Hillsborough County officials have put Wimauma at the top of a priority list, though conflict remains in how to address affordable housing issues.

Development

Louis Llovio
April 26, 2023

Construction firm owner heads to prison for multimillion-dollar IRS, insurance fraud

The Polk County woman pleaded guilty last year to a scheme that included underpaying undocumented workers and misleading insurers.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

Brian Hartz
April 26, 2023

Tampa tiny-home community to hold grand opening of second phase

Escape Tampa Bay Village will offer tours of the 30 eco-friendly units that make up The Oaks.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

Louis Llovio
April 25, 2023

Bed Bath & Beyond shuttering 41 Florida stores might benefit landlords

With the chain shutting down its stores after filing for bankruptcy April 23, shopping center landlords may be able to upgrade tenants and collect higher rents.

Florida

Amanda Postma
April 25, 2023

Pickleball Club expands to seven locations with $4.55M in land purchases

The Venice location was purchased for $2.8 million. The $1.75 million location in Pinellas Park is expected to close later this year.

Manatee-Sarasota

Brian Hartz
April 25, 2023

Interim tag removed from hospital leader’s title

Sara Dodds has been named president of BayCare's St. Joseph's Hospital-North in Lutz on a permanent basis.

Tampa Bay-Lakeland

Brian Hartz
April 25, 2023

Family business executive navigates major career change

With a background in finance and education, Kelly Hendry never expected to take over her father’s dredging and ship-repair company. Yet she’s risen to the challenge with bold and fresh ideas.