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Habit Burger Grill Opens, IMG Academy Sale: Florida Business News

In other FL business news: FlixBus has new Lakeland stop, Sarasota County RV resort for sale, Tampa CEOs volunteer for Habitat for Humanity.

The Habit Burger Grill, the California-based restaurant company known for its award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame, signature sandwiches and fresh salads announced the launch of its 10th restaurant in FL with the opening of a Largo eatery.
The Habit Burger Grill, the California-based restaurant company known for its award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame, signature sandwiches and fresh salads announced the launch of its 10th restaurant in FL with the opening of a Largo eatery. (Eusebio Productions/Habit Burger Grill)

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

Sale Of IMG Academy, FL School For Elite Athletes, Considered: Report

Endeavor, the owner of IMG Academy in Bradenton since 2014, is considering the sale of the school for elite teen athletes, a report said.

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Tampa Bay Aviation Expands Helicopter Flight Training Into Tampa

Pinellas-based Tampa Bay Aviation is expanding its operation to serve students on the Hillsborough side of Tampa Bay with a new facility.

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Tampa CEOs Come Together To Construct Homes For Habitat For Humanity

This year's CEO Build attracted more than 40 business leaders who donned hardhats and helped construct two affordable homes.

Tampa To Wilmington, NC, Route To Be Offered By Avelo Airlines

Avelo Airlines announced Thursday that it is expanding service at Tampa International Airport to Wilmington, North Carolina.

Habit Burger Grill To Open 1st Eatery On FL West Coast April 5

There will be VIP events for CharClub and mobile app members on April 1, 3 and 4.

Westshore's Marina Landings Town Center Sells For $13 Million

BTI Partners announced that it has sold Marina Landings, the retail town center of Westshore Marina District, to Transcentum LLC.

Terminal Expansion Project Breaks Ground At Sarasota Bradenton Airport

Work has started on the construction of a new 75,300-square-foot, five-gate terminal at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport.

Bus Service Launches Lakeland Stop On Tampa-Orlando, Miami-Tampa Trips

FlixBus specializes in direct, point-to-point intercity travel with service seven days a week.

$1.8M RV Resort Sits On Peninsula Off US 41 In Sarasota County

This Sarasota-area property has 900 feet of direct frontage on the Myakka River, 14 RV rental spots with electric and water, and a duplex.

Union New American Restaurant To Open At Westshore City Center

Next Level Brands is bringing its next level of experiential dining offerings to Tampa with the opening of Union New American.

Ringling Bros. Circus Back Without Animal Acts, Announces Tour: Watch

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus announced a new North American tour — its first since 2017 — which won't feature any animal acts.

Breeze To Offer Nonstop Flights From Tampa To 3 Northeast Destinations

In addition to announcing its new nonstop flights, Breeze Airways has announced a partnership with ZooTampa.

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