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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • October 5, 2023
Generationally high interest rates continue to drag down Florida's housing market

A new Freddy Mac report shows the average 30-year mortgage at its highest point since the Clinton presidency.

  • Florida
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  • By Jim Stinson |
  • October 26, 2023
St. Pete financial services giant reports record quarter and fiscal year

Longtime Tampa Bay finance giant Raymond James Financial says 2023 was a record revenue year.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • June 4, 2025
Venice retail plaza sells off-market for $3.5M

Summit Plaza on South Tamiami Trail was fully leased when it was sold.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • July 1, 2025
Sarasota, Naples senior communities acquired by NY investor

The independent living communities within Discovery Village at Sarasota Bay and Discovery Village Naples have changed ownership.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • February 24, 2025
SWFL eye care practice acquired by South Carolina company

The acquisition of Quigley Eye Specialists marks "an exciting new chapter for our practice," one ophthalmologist says.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • June 28, 2025
Tampa outsource call center firm names new CEO

Michael Flodin previously held executive positions at two other call center companies.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • August 7, 2025
Report: 5 metros in region among top US cities for construction workers

Cape Coral-Fort Myers leads the nation when it comes to how much of its workforce is employed in construction.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Mark Gordon |
  • August 14, 2025
Lee County Clerk saves nearly $800K, DOGE-style

Lee County Clerk and Comptroller Kevin Karnes sent a budget to county commissioners that shaved 4.7% off the previous year.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • August 25, 2025
Oak & Stone plans to open Cape Coral restaurant

The gourmet tavern will be the eighth restaurant for the brand on the Gulf Coast of Florida.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
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  • By Brian Hartz |
  • April 6, 2023
Longtime owner of Ybor City's La Segunda Bakery dies at 80

Tony Moré took great pride in the authenticity of La Segunda Bakery’s Cuban bread.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Mark Gordon |
  • January 9, 2024
Former Playboy president lists Siesta Key home for $20 million

Entrepreneur Randy Nicolau, former president of Playboy and founder of office furniture firm Poppin, has listed a waterfront home on Siesta Key for $19.95 million.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Jim Stinson |
  • February 7, 2024
Parisian-themed cafe chain from Texas eyes Tampa Bay

Plans of Sweet Paris are the second announcement of a French-style cafe chain in a month.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Louis Llovio |
  • March 12, 2024
Lawyers vs. bankers fight over legal aid funding dies in Legislature

A pair of bills would have addressed a rule change that forced banks to pay higher interest payments for certain accounts.

  • Florida
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  • By Jim DeLa |
  • April 15, 2024
Developer plans pair of boutique condo projects in downtown Sarasota

V.J. Chukkapalli, who splits his time between Colorado and Longboat Key, also bought a Siesta Key hotel for $5.4 million.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Fletcher Rush | Williams Parker |
  • September 30, 2024
A Common Mistake in Estate Planning, and How to Avoid it

When you sit down to discuss your last will with your attorney, make sure to discuss the assets you own and review the designated beneficiaries.

  • Industry Insights
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  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • September 25, 2025
Nonstop flights to Montego Bay, Jamaica, coming to TPA

Pending government approval, budget airline Breeze Airways will begin offering nonstop, seasonal flights from Tampa International Airport to Montego Bay, Jamaica, in February.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Elizabeth King |
  • October 23, 2025
North Port shopping center sells for $10.82M

An out-of-state investor has purchased North Port Village.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • October 27, 2025
Tampa General purchases 53-acre property north of region for $2.4M

TGH plans to build a new hospital, medical office building, energy plant and helicopter pad on the site, which is adjacent to the TGH Crystal River Emergency Center.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
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  • By Anastasia Dawson |
  • October 30, 2025
City of Tampa launches virtual inspections for homeowners, contractors

Builders and homeowners can now use the VuSpex smartphone app to conduct virtual building inspections on the spot.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • For Subscribers Only
  • By Elizabeth King |
  • November 20, 2025
665 apartments open at two complexes in Venice

Adria and Maren are new apartment communities located off Laurel Road in Sarasota County.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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