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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • December 8, 2011
'Chain gang' helps rejuvenate a region

The chain-based retail sector in mid-Sarasota County, left for dead in the recession, is showing some life.

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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • September 9, 2024
50-acre Gasworx project outside downtown Tampa starts to take shape

While it is still in the early stages, the plans for and the work on the Gasworx project shows how the development may transform Tampa.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • July 1, 2024
$15M freestanding emergency room opens in north Manatee

HCA Florida Palmetto Emergency is affiliated with HCA Florida Blake Hospital in Bradenton and is expected to have 26 full-time employees.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • July 1, 2016
No rules, just big

Healthy eating, smaller portions and superfoods have been all the rage in the restaurant sector for a few years. Gluten-free and locally grown products top the trend lines, too.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • June 28, 2011
Scott signs unemployment bill

Gov. Rick Scott OK's cost-saving reform measure for employers.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 16, 2011
Radiation Therapy posts loss

Despite a 20% increase in revenues to $162 million, the firm lost $1 million.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 15, 2019
Airport passenger traffic increases 16% in 2018

In December 2018, passenger traffic was 39% higher than December 2017.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • February 11, 2019
Restaurant group names head of seafood brand

Tampa, Florida-based Bloomin’ Brands Inc. has appointed Jeff Carcara president of Bonefish Grill.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 27, 2017
Group unveils first residences in $3B development

The twin-towered project will be developed adjacent to Amalie Arena.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 11, 2016
College to train future pilots

Fort Myers Technical College is launching a pilot ground school that will focus on aerodynamics and communications procedures.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • December 5, 2014
Senior Lifestyle Corp., partner developing Lakewood Ranch ALF

Chicago-based Senior Lifestyle Corp. and AEW Capital Management LP purchased 6.99 acres at the corner of Lakewood Ranch Boulevard and Rangeland Parkway for $2.5 million.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 29, 2013
Let freedom ring ...

Did President Barack Obama's recent inauguration speech leave you feeling ... well, a little less free?

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 10, 2014
Mark Hindley, 32

Vice President, Treasury Management Officer, IberiaBank

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 1, 2009
Local market sees signs of hope

Manufacturing in Manatee and Sarasota counties isn't dead just yet. While the recession has forced several companies — from boat builders to tool supply operations — to cut back on employees and production, there are some signs of hope in the local market.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 26, 2018
Joint $139M manufacturing venture produces 350 jobs

Siemens and Chromalloy Gas Turbine Corp., a subsidiary of Palm Beach Gardens-based Sequa Corp., have opened an ambitious joint venture, a manufacturing facility known as Advanced Airfoil Components, in Hillsborough County, Florida.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 16, 2019
Airport sets all-time passenger record for July

Traffic for July 2019 at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport was up 42% over July 2018.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 13, 2021
Real estate firm expands portfolio with massive ground lease purchase

Benderson Development's latest acquisition bumps its total purchases to $1.5 billion over the past 24 months.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Adam Hughes |
  • April 29, 2005
Coffee Talk (Sara/Mana)

Resistance is futile: Maybe community bankers should just give up now.Is ADP Rosemary bound?: The Sarasota City Commission will have to make a tough political decision that could have a drastic impact on the future of the Rosemary District.Can't get enough Freedom: Another of those pesky community banks is almost up and running.Concession, James Concession: Add another celebrity name to the growing list associated with The Concession Golf Club, east of Interstate 75 in Manatee County. June: not just a month anymore: A new restaurant allegedly with some form of nighttime entertainment is planned for Lakewood Ranch.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • October 27, 2010
Florida Shores passes $1M mark

Through September, the Venice bank has earned $1 million in profits.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 10, 2011
Alico quarterly profits triple

The land management firm earned $6 million in its most recent quarter.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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