Naples philanthropist, Paychex founder gives $85M to SWFL …
Nov 19, 2024 · Naples philanthropist and entrepreneur Tom Golisano — in a major Southwest Florida charitable announcement —says he is giving $85 million to dozens of nonprofits across Lee and Collier counties.
Workers' comp premiums cut for eighth straight year
Nov 18, 2024 · The worker's compensation insurance rate in Florida will be dropping in 2025 — marking the eighth consecutive annual decrease. The drop, according to a statement, will be 1%.
Tampa window manufacturer cutting 225 jobs | Business Observer
Nov 19, 2024 · NewSouth Window Solutions is laying off 225 people in Tampa. The company announced in a letter to the state Tuesday that it was cutting the jobs at a facility at 10741 Crossroads Commerce Blvd.
71% income drop leads to Tampa plant closing, 250 layoffs
Nov 6, 2024 · Kimball Electronics, an Indiana manufacturer, is closing its plant in Tampa and will lay off 250 employees after reporting a 71% decrease in its net income earlier this week.
Fort Myers Beach bar rebuild an example of resilient waterfront ...
Nov 14, 2024 · Bottom line. Key takeaway: The Beach Bar on Fort Myers Beach is being rebuilt to withstand stronger and more frequent hurricanes. Core challenge: While Florida’s building codes and better methods have made newer homes stronger, there remains a threat to properties, particularly along the coastline. What’s next: The Beach Bar is expected to be complete next year and its stronger exterior ...
Former Trump official has big plans for Florida's largest bank group
Nov 13, 2024 · Kraninger comes to the FBA position with a background in policy, regulations and financial technology. That includes 24 years in Washington, D.C., where she was a deputy assistant director of public policy for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security; a clerk for the U.S. Senate Committee on Appropriations; and a program associate director for general government in the White House Office of ...
2 Lakewood Ranch golf courses renovated in multimillion-dollar …
Nov 12, 2024 · The first phase of renovations are complete at Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club, according to Heritage Golf Group, which acquired the club in March.. In the eight months since the acquisition, the company has updated two Arnold Palmer-designed golf courses plus wellness amenities as part of a multimillion-dollar project.
Tampa Bay Rays say ballpark deal near collapse as Pinellas delays …
Nov 19, 2024 · Bottom line. Key takeaway: The Tampa Bay Rays have said they are halting a deal to build a new stadium because delays are making costs too high. Core challenge: Pinellas County has twice delayed a vote on issuing bonds to cover its portion of the financing for the $1.3 billion stadium. Unlike the team, it says the delay does not impact the deal. What’s next: The Pinellas County Commission ...
Weeks after hurricanes, St. Pete Beach house sells for $7.5M
Oct 28, 2024 · A 4,950-square-foot home in the Pass-a-Grille Beach neighborhood of St. Pete Beach has sold for $7.5 million. The house is at 1103 Gulf Way and according to Pinellas County property records was bought by Mitchell and Dorrie Eviston.
Sarasota County damage estimate over $440M from Hurricane …
Oct 18, 2024 · Initial “windshield damage” estimates are in from Sarasota County staff members following Hurricane Milton. They caution, however, that data may overlap with Hurricane Helene, which hit the region Sept. 26, almost two weeks before Hurricane Milton made landfall Oct. 9 …