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Tampa Bay–Lakeland

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  • Anastasia Dawson
  • May 22, 2026
Big ideas percolate at St. Pete tech events, from robotaxis to living forever

ARK Invest predicts that emerging technologies will transform the global economy over the next decade.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Louis Llovio
  • May 22, 2026
Despite yes votes, future of new Tampa Bay Rays stadium still not secure

Sound familiar? With complex negotiations still to come and elected officials reluctant to back a deal, plans for a new ballpark in Tampa could still collapse.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Anastasia Dawson
  • May 22, 2026
Tampa-based THC beverage designed for athletic recovery, alcohol fatigue

Entrepreneurs Stephen Samson and Jay Ashton have created Last Rep, the first THC-based seltzer designed for athletic recovery and hydration.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Louis Llovio
  • May 21, 2026
Rays stadium deal in question as Tampa elected leaders express grave concerns

The city's governing body narrowly approved one measure and delayed a second. 'I would urge you to let us continue the conversations,' a team exec said. 'Don't send the Rays out of Tampa.'

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Anastasia Dawson
  • May 21, 2026
Longtime Tampa diner to close for brand refresh

Tampa restaurant Daily Eats will temporarily close on June 15 before reopening as a new restaurant concept.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Business Observer Staff
  • May 21, 2026
The Business Observer Top Entrepreneur luncheon — the event in photos

Over 200 people attended the annual event.

  • Florida
    By
  • Anastasia Dawson
  • May 21, 2026
New entertainment district, music venue coming to Tampa’s Water Street

If approved by city officials, construction could begin in early 2027.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Anastasia Dawson
  • May 21, 2026
Lakeland documentarian captures the world of competitive lightsaber duels

Filmmaker Matthew Wiatt’s documentary "Saber" is a story of duels and discovering community in unexpected places.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Louis Llovio
  • May 20, 2026
Hillsborough County votes to start negotiating with Rays on $2.3B ballpark

Hillsborough County votes to start negotiating with Rays on $2.3B ballpark

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Anastasia Dawson
  • May 20, 2026
Boca Raton CPA firm acquires Tampa company

HBK CPAs and Consultants now serves six Florida markets after acquiring Tampa’s Brimmer, Burek and Keelan LLP.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Elizabeth Djinis
  • May 20, 2026
Postcard company seeks to capture $500K in revenue — for starters — with AI shift

A legacy industry like postcards in your mailbox doesn’t seem ripe for the AI revolution. But some trial and error led one Clearwater company to a different result.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Mark Gordon
  • May 20, 2026
From Publix to Costco, St. Pete CRE exec is go-to hire for retail giants

Rachel Wein's unique approach to consulting for commercial real estate has led her to some of the world's most known brands. "I sincerely hope I’m with Costco until the end of time," she says.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Louis Llovio
  • May 19, 2026
South Tampa workforce housing project obtains $67 million loan

Central Florida attainable housing developer Hillpointe has begun construction on the 408-unit community.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
    By
  • Anastasia Dawson
  • May 19, 2026
St. Pete distillery opens 'secret' speakeasy inside working distillery

The new bar, called 31 South Speakeasy, invites guests to a special room above the production floor with secret-password access.

  • 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.

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