Business News: Cruising Resumes, Boat Gifted To Sick Teen

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

Dream Comes True For 18-Year-Old Battling Serious Illness

As 18-year-old Victor Voras went through grueling treatments after being diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma, there was one thought that sustained him. While nurses hovered around him during his chemotherapy sessions, Voras' mind would drift to thoughts of a perfect day spent bass fishing on a pristine lake surrounded by nature.

Hospital Expands Morgue Capacity By Leasing Refrigerated Trailer

To increase its morgue capacity, Sarasota Memorial Hospital has leased a refrigerated trailer, as COVID-19 hospitalizations and deaths continue to increase in the hospital system.

It's Smooth Sailing For Port Of Tampa As It Resumes Cruises

There's good news for residents who have been putting off their dream cruise during the coronavirus pandemic. Port Tampa Bay President and CEO Paul Anderson announced that cruise ships will resume setting sail from Port Tampa Bay as early as mid-October.

B'Towne Coffee Co. Closing After 17 Years On Old Main Street

The B'Towne Coffee Co. will shut its doors for good after operating on Old Main Street in Bradenton for 17 years. The restaurant's last day will be Saturday, the owners shared on its Facebook page.

Third Party Appointed To Oversee Piney Point Closure: FDEP

A judge ordered an independent third party to oversee the management and closure of the Piney Point site in Palmetto Wednesday, the Florida Department of Environmental Protection said.

In other business news:

• 5 St. Petersburg Companies Make Fastest-Growing List: Inc.com
• 3 Brandon Area Companies Make Fastest-Growing List: Inc.com
• $20M Organic Farm Was Home To Produce, Food Subscription Service
• Bookstore1Sarasota Moving To New Downtown Condo Building