Business News: FL’s First Homesense, Jolley Trolley’s Haunted Tours

TAMPA BAY, FL — Here's the latest restaurant, retail and other business news from the Tampa Bay region.

Homesense To Open First FL Store In Sarasota’s UTC Area

Florida's first Homesense store will open in a 30,000-square-foot in Sarasota's University Town Center area.

Restaurant Owner Sold Drugs From St. Pete Japanese Steakhouse: PCSO

The owner of Oishi Sushi & Japanese Steakhouse in St. Pete is accused of selling drugs, stolen goods, Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said.

Clearwater Jolley Trolley Now Offering Not-So-Jolley Haunted Tours

This spooky season, the Jolley Trolley is also scaring up some Halloween fun, launching Haunted Clearwater Tours.

TPA Takes The Throne In 2022 America's Best Restroom Contest

Tampa International Airport has a new honor to add to its list of accolades: Winner of the 2022 Cintas America's Best Restroom Contest.

Busch Gardens Critters React Comically To Pumpkins: Video

In honor of National Pumpkin Day Thursday, the animals at Busch Gardens received pumpkins. Watch their responses caught on video.

Sea Hagg Antique Shop Closes After 25 Years In Cortez
After 25 years, The Sea Hagg nautical-themed antique shop in Manatee County closed. Its remaining items were sold through an online auction.

Other Tampa Bay-area business news:

• 10 Florida Universities Among Best In The World: U.S. News
• Asian Fusion Eatery To Open Soon In Temple Terrace
• Restaurant News: Food + Beer, Hot Chikn Kitchen, Toasted Yolk Café
• Restaurant News: Sea Critters, La Diperie, The Yard, Mazzaro’s Market
• Airport Apprenticeship Program Provides One-Of-A-Kind Career Opportunities
• 'Raise The Roof For Hurricane Relief' Raises $12,000 For Victims
• Weeklong Fête du Vin Event To Benefit Feeding Tampa Bay
• Sarasota Performing Arts Center Committee Architect Task Force Chosen
• Mighty Quinn's BBQ Opens 1st Florida Franchise In Tampa