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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 20, 2012
Lunch, upgraded

Patricks 1481 is a reference to the address on Main Street. It's also a reference to the previous version of the eatery, when it was called Patrick's Restaurant and Tavern.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 19, 2021
Cancer institute announces inaugural team of over 70 physicians

The Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute team is designed to advance cancer care delivery.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • September 3, 2021
Luxury apartment community filled 60% of leases in 90 days

Citria at Fruitville Commons is on track to open the community's clubhouse in the next 30 days.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • October 7, 2021
Woodie's world: Ambitious car-wash company makes more big moves

Woodie's Wash Shack inks deal with Bucs, acquires more land for expansion.

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  • By Emery Ellinger |
  • April 23, 2021
Due Diligence and Successfully Selling Your Business.

Plan Ahead or Plan to Fail.

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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • December 9, 2021
Outgoing mayor leaves a parting gift

Mayor Rick Kriesman picks plan for Tropicana Field redevelopement.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 14, 2020
Construction firm names director of people and culture

Michael Philpott has more than a decade of senior human resources leadership.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • July 29, 2020
Business Observer book club to discuss ‘Start With Why’

A virtual gathering on Sept. 2 will be led by Kerkering Barberio Shareholder Heather Williams.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • August 26, 2020
Organization lowers operating costs through sustainability program

Businesses can lower operational costs by improving the energy efficiency of their facilities.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • November 29, 2019
Strong brew: Craft beer maker eyes March opening for new facility

Pasco County officials have approved Florida Avenue Brewing’s plan to open a craft brewery and restaurant at a 34,000-square-foot property in Wesley Chapel, Florida.

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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • January 17, 2020
Health care software firm aims for 80% sales growth

Naples-based HealthLynked projects a strong 2020.

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  • By Beth Luberecki |
  • March 21, 2020
Travel agency retains concierge service

Preferred Travel of Naples expects travel to bounce back eventually, but right now is focused on providing customers excellent service.

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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • March 26, 2020
Specialty food company manages rush on orders

A surge of business now might cause problems later for Beneficial Blends — but the founder is happy it's 'still around to fight for ourselves.'

  • Entrepreneurs
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 13, 2020
Area group temporarily closes company-owned restaurants

The group has 309 company-owned restaurants and 73 franchise locations.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • April 16, 2020
Judge: When on a Zoom call, wear a shirt — please.

South Florida judge sets the record straight on Zoom courtroom attire.

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  • April 29, 2020
Tax collector announces retirement, endorses deputy

Larry Hart has been Lee County Tax Collector since 2012.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • May 20, 2019
Marketing group acquires area printing company

Sarasota-based Suncoast Print Solutions provides printed collateral and promotional items.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • June 21, 2019
Diagnostic test company merges with California firm

Sarasota-based RPS Diagnostics was founded in 2004.

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  • February 18, 2022
Mexican-inspired restaurant announced for Lakewood Ranch

Agave Bandido is expected to open later this year.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Business Observer Staff |
  • February 1, 2022
Tampa lighting firm raises its minimum wage to $20 per hour

Tampa-based Volt Lighting has raised its minimum wage to $20 per hour, saying the state’s $10/hour requirement is not a living wage.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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