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August 28, 2026

Pinellas marina boss focuses on future as 100th anniversary approaches

Founded in the 1920s, Hubbard’s Marina is a family-owned business whose current generation is as focused on growth — and new approaches — as his forefathers.

August 25, 2026

A health crisis of her own inspired this Tampa doctor to reimagine medicine

Dr. Lisa Koche is expanding Spectra Wellness Solutions into a national wellness brand, offering a broad range of treatments beyond traditional medicine.

August 14, 2026

Former Bucs lineman builds Tampa private aviation service, seeks to grow

Jim Pyne navigates his next private air venture, after taking a separate firm in the industry public.

August 14, 2026

Former McDonald's franchisees expand SWFL coffee shop portfolio

No matter if it's burgers, beans or BLTs, one entrepreneur's secret sauce lies in constantly finding ways to stand out from the crowd.

Healthcare

August 28, 2026

Tampa General, USF plan new center to advance lymphatic disease care

A $150,000 grant will launch research, training and treatment initiatives for conditions including lymphedema.

August 25, 2026

A health crisis of her own inspired this Tampa doctor to reimagine medicine

Dr. Lisa Koche is expanding Spectra Wellness Solutions into a national wellness brand, offering a broad range of treatments beyond traditional medicine.

August 24, 2026

AdventHealth expands Tampa Bay therapy dog team with three new puppies

Pilot and Skye will join their father, Wilbur, in comforting hospital patients and employees, while their littermate Boots serves with Pasco County Fire Rescue.

Residential Real Estate

August 26, 2026

324-unit downtown Sarasota apartment complex proposal wins key approval

The proposed 1899 Fruitville Road apartment development replacing the bungalow of small businesses won adjustments from the City of Sarasota Planning Board.

August 26, 2026

Naples medical device giant builds apartments to meet employee growth

Medical device manufacturer Arthrex is building a 41-unit apartment complex in the city to help new employees moving to the area.

August 25, 2026

Developer secures financing for $39M Pasco affordable housing project

The money will go toward the second phase of Ekos at Bayonet Point, a 360-unit multifamily development under construction.

Pinellas marina boss focuses on future as 100th anniversary approaches

Founded in the 1920s, Hubbard’s Marina is a family-owned business whose current generation is as focused on growth — and new approaches — as his forefathers.

Lakewood Ranch commercial property sells for $4.7M

Bill Edwards, businessman who helped reshape downtown St. Pete, dies at 81

Detwiler's buys Palmetto property for $1.06M

324-unit downtown Sarasota apartment complex proposal wins key approval

Pinellas marina boss focuses on future as 100th anniversary approaches

A health crisis of her own inspired this Tampa doctor to reimagine medicine

Former Bucs lineman builds Tampa private aviation service, seeks to grow

Former McDonald's franchisees expand SWFL coffee shop portfolio

UTC restaurant closing but 'not leaving' after 10 years, owner says

Naples standalone Shake Shack readies to open

New restaurant opens at University Town Center

Former McDonald's franchisees expand SWFL coffee shop portfolio

Tampa credit union led deal wins final approval, creating $22B institution

Study: Florida residents carry amongst the highest credit card debt in US

Sarasota banker, 71, completes Appalachian Trail in style

SEC accuses Port Richey real estate investment trust of $152M fraud scheme

Tampa General, USF plan new center to advance lymphatic disease care

A health crisis of her own inspired this Tampa doctor to reimagine medicine

AdventHealth expands Tampa Bay therapy dog team with three new puppies

324-unit downtown Sarasota apartment complex proposal wins key approval

Naples medical device giant builds apartments to meet employee growth

Developer secures financing for $39M Pasco affordable housing project

Tampa approves $80 million in funding for Tampa Bay Rays ballpark

Bill Edwards, businessman who helped reshape downtown St. Pete, dies at 81

New concept planned for longtime waterfront Fort Myers restaurant property

California lender to acquire 280-employee Tampa real estate financing firm

The family meeting: The best way to prep your family for what comes next

3 leadership mistakes quietly killing your culture

Developing leaders requires more than promoting top-flight managers

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