Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
St. Pete Beach Shopping Center Fire: 5 Things To Know
The Dolphin Village Shopping Center in St. Pete Beach is closed Wednesday after a fire that destroyed CVS, Publix and other businesses.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
FL Business News
News on business openings, closings and more from around Florida.
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
St. Pete Beach Fire Spreads From CVS To Publix, Other Businesses
Hours after a fire at the CVS in St. Pete Beach's Dolphin Village was controlled, it reignited and spread to Publix and other businesses.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Specialty Grocer Hopes To Open Second Tampa Location: Report
National specialty grocery chain Trader Joe's is looking for a second location in the Tampa area, a report said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Modern Japanese Restaurant Concept Coming To University Town Center
James-Beard nominated restaurateurs who have a Michelin star are opening an upscale, modern Japanese restaurant in the UTC area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
2 New Restaurants To Call Water Street Tampa Hotel Home
Two new dining options, Riverwalk Terrace and Perk, have opened at two Water Street Tampa hotels.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Milkshake, Chocolate Shop Sets Opening Date In Tampa Area
A PA-based milkshake and chocolate shop is expanding in FL with a new location opening soon in Riverview.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
6 FL Water Parks Are Among Best In America For 2025
Six Florida water parks are among the nation's greatest, according to a U.S. News & World Report list.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Senior Health Care Hubs Open At 3 Tampa Bay-Area Walmarts
Three new Conviva Senior Primary Care centers have opened at Florida Walmart locations.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
4 FL Amusement Parks Among The 20 Best In The US
These Florida amusement parks recently received national accolades, ranking among the 20 best parks in the U.S.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Asian Market Planned | New Outdoors Shop | Grocery Prices: FL Business
Pour Your Own Bourbon | New Michelin Stars | Jannus Live Owner Steps Down | Best Towns For Startups | Retailer To Remodel Stores
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
How Much FL Pays For Groceries Might Surprise You
A new study examines how much Floridians pay for groceries as a percentage of their income.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
5 FL Eateries Named Top Brunch Spots, OpenTable Says
The diverse cuisines at these five brunch restaurants in Florida may be perfect for Mother's Day, according to OpenTable.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
FL Lottery Scratch-Offs Net 7 $1M Prizes
Here is where seven people won $1 million playing scratch-offs in the Florida Lottery.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
These Are FL's Safest Hospitals, New Ranking Says
Nineteen percent of hospitals in Florida are among the “Straight A” facilities in the U.S. for patient safety, according to a new ranking.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
UPS To Cut 20K Jobs: Could FL Facilities Be Affected
The shipping and receiving chain, with 620 Florida stores, will close 73 leased and owned buildings and will terminate about 20,000 jobs.
Amanda Lumpkin and Andrea Earnest, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
5 FL Restaurants Gain Michelin Stars: See List
The Michelin Guide FL expanded to include restaurants in Fort Lauderdale, St. Petersburg-Clearwater, Palm Beaches area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
West Palm Beach, FL|News|
Why These FL Hotels Are Listed Among World’s Best New Hotels
Editors and trusted contributors traveled across the globe and decided on the best new hotels, including two in Florida.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Specialty Butcher Shop Rebuilds In Bradenton After Hurricane Milton
The Chop Shop in Bradenton pivoted to a pick-up service after Hurricane Milton and has since rebuilt its shop thanks to grant funding.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Across Florida|News|
3 FL Eateries Named ‘Restaurants Of The Year’
Three Florida restaurants were tabbed by food and dining writers from across the USA Today network as some of the best of 2025.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Hooters Restaurant Chain Files Bankruptcy: What It Means In FL
The complicated Hooters bankruptcy filing is designed to keep many Florida sites of this once-popular restaurant chain open.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
730 HSN Workers To Be Laid Off At St. Pete Campus
HSN’s St. Petersburg campus will close by the end of the year as the shopping channel moves to QVC’s headquarters in PA, cutting 730 jobs.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Best Barbecue Joint In FL 2025 Grills 'Hot And Fast': Southern Living
Southern Living readers chose their favorite barbecue restaurants in the South, including in Florida.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
FL Michelin Guide Adds 14 Restaurants In Tampa, Miami, Orlando
The Florida Michelin Guide expanded to include 14 restaurants in Tampa, Orlando and the greater Miami area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
These Are The Safest FL Hospitals, New Report Says
Healthgrades’ 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Awards recognize 442 hospitals in 40 states, including 57 in Florida.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
1 FL Hospital Among Best In The World, New Ranking Says
Twenty hospitals in Florida are among the best in the U.S, with one ranked among the best 250 in the world, according to a new analysis.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
New BJ's, Whole Foods, Tim Hortons | 100 Jobs Cut: FL Business News
Downtown St. Pete Eatery Closes After 13 Years | Company Owner Scams Clients | Allegiant Adds Flights From Sarasota | New BJ's, Whole Foods
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Bloomin’ Brands Cuts 100 Corporate Jobs Tampa Headquarters
Outback Steakhouse’s parent company, Bloomin’ Brands, is cutting 100 corporate jobs in Tampa to save $22 million a year.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Downtown St. Pete Restaurant, Bar Closing After 13 Years
The Avenue, a downtown St. Petersburg burger bar, is closing for good after 13 years in business.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Updated Whole Food Plans Submitted In Pasco County: Report
The developer behind a planned high-end retail center in Wesley Chapel submitted plans for a Whole Foods grocery store, a report said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Allegiant Launches 7 New Flights To, From Sarasota Bradenton Airport
Las Vegas-based Allegiant Air launched seven new routes to and from Sarasota Bradenton Airport.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
New BJ’s Wholesale Club Opening In Hernando County
A new BJ’s Wholesale Club, featuring an on-site BJ’s Gas location, will open its doors in Brooksville on Feb. 21.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
These 4 FL Restaurants Named To Yelp's Top 100 In America
The major review website has named four Florida restaurants to its annual list of the top 100 eateries in the country.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
3 FL Coffee Shops Among Top 15 Best For Remote Workers
Financial media company MarketBeat.com recently surveyed workers to find out which FL coffee shops are the best for remote work.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Joann Fabrics Plans To Close 36 FL Stores: See List
The fabrics retailer has said it will close more than half its locations nationwide and may close nearly all its Florida stores.
Amanda Lumpkin and Chris Rhatigan , Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Tim Hortons Eyeing 2 Bradenton-Area Locations In FL Expansion: Reports
Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons is eyeing a return to FL with two new locations in Manatee County, reports said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
9 FL Cities Named Best Places To Find A Job In 2025
Nine Florida cities have been named to a list of the best cities to find a job in 2025. Here's what to know.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
HSN To Close 70-Acre FL Corporate Headquarters
The Home Shopping Network will shut down its headquarters in St. Petersburg after 47 years and move to QRG’s Pennsylvania campus with QVC.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater Ferry Expansion Offers Extra Day Of Service: PSTA
The Clearwater Ferry is offering expanded service Thursday through Sunday, the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
6 FL Restaurants Among 100 Most Romantic In America
Making plans for Valentine's Day? OpenTable says these Florida eateries are two of the most romantic restaurants in America.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Pagoda Asian Grill Sets Opening Date In St. Pete
P.F. Chang’s sister company, Pagoda Asian Grill, will open its third location in the U.S. on Feb. 1 in St. Petersburg.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
