From Tim Hortons celebrating its return to Florida to IKEA and Trader Joe’s planning new stores to a ceramics studio rebuilding after a devastating fire, here are the latest business headlines from Patch.
Specialty Market, Wine Bar Breaks Ground At Residences At 400 Central Condo Tower
A wine bar and specialty food market is under construction on the ground floor of St. Pete’s Residences at 400 Central luxury condo tower.
Construction Starts On 400-Unit Apartment Tower At Former Clearwater City Hall Site
The Bluffs, a 400-unit luxury apartment building, is under construction at the former Clearwater City Hall site near Coachman Park.
The Best Hole-In-The-Wall Joint For Pizza Is This Hidden FL Gem
Grab the Jersey cheese pizza at the best hole-in-the-wall pizza shop in Florida, as named by The Takeout.
Trader Joe's Opening Another New FL Location
After planning new sites in West Palm Beach, Sarasota and Tampa, Trader Joe's revealed intentions to open another Florida store. See where.
FL College Among 'New Ivies' In New List Of Employer-Preferred Schools
A Florida school is among a list of "New Ivies" that includes 20 U.S. colleges.
Tampa's Iconic ‘Beer Can Building’ Has New Owners
The new owners of downtown Tampa’s 31-story “Beer Can Building” plan to invest $8 million into upgrades.
Major Convenience Store Plans Mass Closures: Here’s What It Could Mean For FL Locations
The move follows several years in which the chain has closed more stores than it has opened.
Gulf Islands Ferry Adds 3rd Boat To Expand Service Between Bradenton, Anna Maria Island
Gulf Islands Ferry has expanded its service between Bradenton and Anna Maria Island with a third boat, the Manatee Belle.
Major Airliner Serving FL's Largest Airports Could Liquidate: Reports
An airline that many travelers rely on to get to vacation destinations is facing more financial troubles.
4,300-Seat Music Venue Planned For Ybor City
Live Nation will operate the new 4,300-seat concert hall, which will be part of Ybor City’s burgeoning Gasworx district.
National Burger Chain Opening 2nd Restaurant In Tampa Bay Area
A national burger chain is opening its second restaurant in the Tampa Bay area soon. Find out when and where it will open.
This FL Bar Ranks Among North America’s Top 100, New List Says
50 Best's ranking is curated by independent cocktail experts, renowned bartenders, educators and drink writers from across the region.
IKEA To Open 6th FL Store Soon
A sixth full-sized IKEA furniture and home goods store is coming to FL. Find out when and where it will open.
Popular Fashion Apparel Chain For Teens To Shut 25 Stores: What That Means For FL
The clothing company reported an increase in net sales year-over-year, despite the news of expected closures. Here's what it means for FL.
Popular Downtown Sarasota Restaurant Closing After 10 Years In Business
A popular downtown Sarasota restaurant that has called Main Street home for 10 years is going out of business.
Tim Hortons Celebrates FL Opening With Free Coffee For A Month
Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons is celebrating the recent opening of its first Florida store with free coffee for a month for 500 guests.
After Fire, St. Pete Ceramics Finds Temporary Home As Rebuilding Begins
St. Pete Ceramics has temporarily moved into Five Deuces Galleria after a fire destroyed its studio space earlier this year.
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