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  • By Louis Llovio
  • May 15, 2026
Tampa Bay Rays, local officials agree on a framework for new stadium

The agreement, which still needs final approval by the relevant governing bodies, calls for the team to pay $1.7 billion of the cost for the $2.3 billion ballpark.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Anastasia Dawson
  • May 12, 2026
United Soccer League announces leadership transition, new CEO

Paul McDonough has been tapped as the Tampa organization’s new president and CEO, effective June 1.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Louis Llovio
  • May 11, 2026
Longboat Key, Miami Beach resorts selling $187K World Cup package — tickets extra

St. Regis Longboat Key Resort and St. Regis Bal Harbour Resort offer six-day ultra-luxury packages around the global soccer tournament that include the presidential suites, butlers and yacht tours.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Anastasia Dawson
  • May 11, 2026
Tampa credit union donates, partners with local children's museum

Suncoast Credit Union's new partnership with the Glazer Children’s Museum has also launched a new exhibit and exclusive admissions deals for credit union members.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Mark Gordon
  • May 5, 2026
SWFL member-owned golf club to build $110M clubhouse

Project at Bonita Bay Club marks the "final phase of a broader, multi-decade transformation."

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
  • By Anastasia Dawson
  • May 1, 2026
Vegas exec brings big bet mentality to new Tampa gig

Travis Lunn led some of Las Vegas’ most recognizable properties before taking on the role of president of the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Elizabeth King
  • April 29, 2026
Entrepreneurial moms combine coffee, kids' play place for new business

The business on Lakewood Ranch Boulevard underwent a complete renovation to provide a place for parents and children to "connect and make core memories,” its co-founder says.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Anastasia Dawson
  • April 21, 2026
Tampa to shut entire roadway for BTS merch stands ahead of stadium shows

K-Pop boy band BTS will perform back to back shows Saturday and Sunday, with a third show on Tuesday, April 28.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Elizabeth King
  • April 21, 2026
Midwest gym franchise targets Gulf Coast for expansion

Fitness Premier 24/7 Sarasota has attracted potential franchisees due to its success in the market.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Anastasia Dawson
  • April 14, 2026
Tampa art museum appoints board member as interim executive director

Tom Hochhausler will lead the museum’s day-to-day operations as the search continues for a permanent executive director.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Anastasia Dawson
  • April 7, 2026
Florida Aquarium receives donated AquaFence flood barrier

The Norwegian-based company is donating the Tampa General Hospital-tested flood barrier to the aquarium.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Anastasia Dawson
  • April 7, 2026
New 4,300-seat music venue headed to prominent Tampa mixed-use project

Live Nation will operate the new entertainment venue in Gasworx, set to open in late 2028.

  • Tampa Bay-Lakeland
  • By Elizabeth King
  • April 6, 2026
Sarasota Children's Museum signs 19K-square-foot lease

The lease for the museum is contingent on Sarasota County school board approval.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
  • By Mark Gordon
  • April 4, 2026
Waterfront restaurant owners add 30-slip deepwater marina

The Marina at Bonita Fish Co. will have short and long-term options.

  • Charlotte–Lee–Collier
  • By Elizabeth King
  • March 31, 2026
Sheriff: Sarasota gambling probe nets 66 slot machines, two arrests

Spin 24/7 Social Club was shut down after a monthslong investigation into illegal gambling, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.

  • Manatee-Sarasota
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