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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 7, 2013
Scott wades into federal fight

Florida Gov. Rick Scott has sought out U.S. Rep Vern Buchanan, R-Longboat Key, for an ally in a controversial federal battle over the reinsurance industry that could impact the Sunshine State.

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  • November 8, 2012
Startup auto business quickly revs up payroll

Sarasota entrepreneur Jesse Biter likes to dream big, though the gazelle-like growth with his latest venture even startled him a little bit.

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  • October 18, 2012
Attorney takes justice teachings abroad

Angela Crawford is one of seven DLA Piper attorneys who recently returned from Guyana

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  • August 17, 2012
Sarasota residents reject taxes

Residents, in a countywide survey, oppose any new taxes or expanded services.

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  • January 23, 2012
Tech company takes big baby steps

The latest version of 'what recession?' stars a Gulf Coast mobile software firm.

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  • July 1, 2021
Angel investors see record returns from Gainesville photo processors

Naples-based Tamiami Angel Fund hits its biggest return.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • July 26, 2021
Tampa Bay office market recovering from the pandemic

Deliveries and new construction of office space in Tampa Bay continue to push vacancy rate upwards, however, despite positive absorption

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  • August 27, 2021
Former state official named presidential fellow at university

Noah Valenstein worked under two governors.

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  • September 2, 2021
Area couple on probation charged in nearly $1M PPP loan scam

Couple allegedly bought a house and vehicles with ill-gotten gains.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • April 4, 2021
Car rental giant seeks exit from bankruptcy

Hertz choose from two restructuring offers.

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  • April 15, 2021
Restaurant giant adds official to executive leadership team

Bloomin' Brands names SVP to oversee planning, sourcing, food safety and logistics strategies

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  • June 13, 2021
Real estate brokerage appoints three top officials

The new executives have diverse experience in real estate and human resources.

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  • January 3, 2022
Builder announces plans for 114-unit gated community

Construction scheduled to begin later this year.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • August 21, 2020
Abacus acquires Sage apartments

Abacus Capital acquires Sage apartments in $60.4 million deal for Sarasota County multifamily rental complex in Palmer Ranch.

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  • September 2, 2020
Authorities: roofing firm exec bought $700K boat with PPP funds

Casey David Crowther faces a maximum penalty of 30 years in federal prison if convicted.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • October 3, 2020
County, under criticism, revamps coronavirus relief program

Sarasota County will now model its application process off of the one in Manatee County.

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  • December 3, 2019
Region’s largest credit union buys $746 million bank

The deal, after closing, would push Suncoast Credit Union to $11 billion in assets.

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  • January 7, 2020
Master-planned community hits sales milestone

Babcock Ranch ended 2019 on a high note.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • March 9, 2020
Fast-growing community opens new golf course

Babcock National is a 18-hole Gordon Lewis-designed course.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • March 26, 2020
Rental car giant offers free vehicles to NYC health care workers

The offer runs through April 30, according to a statement.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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