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FLORIDA — From an oddities shop selling human bones to a beloved burger chain shutting down its last stores to new restaurant openings, here are the latest business headlines from Florida Patch.

These FL Towns Among The Best For Startup Companies, Experts Say

Six large cities in Florida are in the top 10 for best places to start a business, with one of them besting all competition.

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.

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.

Restaurant Manager Burglarized Business: Bradenton Police

The general manager of Oak & Stone in Bradenton was arrested Tuesday evening for burglarizing the downtown restaurant, police said.

Major National Retailer’s First FL Store Sets Opening Date

L.L. Bean, an outdoor lifestyle brand, will open its first retail store in FL and the U.S. Southeast in May.

Pour-Your-Own Wine Lounge In St. Pete Adds Bourbon To The Mix

The Study, a pour-your-own wine lounge in Historic Kenwood, now has a pour-your-own bourbon station.

Major Retailer Announces New FL Stores, Overhauls To Dozens Of Others

Walmart’s plans to remodel 34 FL stores include a bigger selection of items, expanded online pickup and delivery, and improved pharmacies.

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.

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.

Asian Grocery Chain To Open Tampa Location, Its Second In FL: Reports

H Mart, a popular NY-based Asian grocery chain, has filed plans to open a Tampa supermarket, its second FL location, reports said.

Knight, Who Crashed Into Clearwater Ferry, Steps Down From Jannus Live

The family of Jose Castro is calling for justice after his death in the Clearwater Ferry crash. The boat driver has left his event business.