Business News: Polestar Showroom, MarineMax Lease, ZooTampa Expansion

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

Listening Room Network Founder Presents 1st House Concert In Bradenton

The Listening Room Network’s founder recently moved from St. Pete to Bradenton, and he’s bringing house concerts to his new city.

Polestar Opens 1st Tampa Bay Electric Vehicle Showroom In Midtown

“Florida has the nation’s second-highest electric vehicle sales volume," said Gregor Hembrough, head of Polestar North America.

Del Taco Signs Franchise Deal To Build 5 Restaurants In Pasco County

Tom Edwards is the newest franchisee to join Del Taco with a commitment to build five new restaurants in Pasco County.

TECO, Peoples Gas To Purchase 11 Floors Of Midtown Tampa Office Tower

After four decades in downtown Tampa, Tampa Electric and Peoples Gas are moving to Midtown Tampa.

50-Year Lease With MarineMax Approved For St. Pete-Clearwater Airport

The Pinellas County Commission said the agreement is anticipated to spur economic development and create more than 300 jobs.

ZooTampa Announces Expansion That Will Incorporate Hillsborough River

Taking advantage of its location on the scenic Hillsborough River, ZooTampa will open new wildlife habitats along the riverfront.

These Socially Conscious Gifts Help Support Tampa Bay Causes, Artists

If you're stumped for gift-giving ideas, here are some ethically responsible, sustainable and environmentally friendly ideas.

Other Tampa Bay-area business news:

• Changes To Bern's Menu Made For 1st Time In Decades; 30 Dishes Added
• Sarasota Memorial Among World’s ‘Most Wired’ Hospitals: CHIME
• Restaurant News: BurgerFi, Pizzano’s, BeerSauce Shop, Pho-Licious
• Restaurant News: Porchettoni, Mixers, Five Bucks, Pete’s General
• Winn-Dixie Celebrates Remodeled Thonotosassa Grocery, New Liquor Store
• Pro Soccer Team From CT Moves Winter Training Camp To Lakewood Ranch
• 1st Toastique In Tampa Bay Coming To Water Street
• Sweetgreen To Bring Fresh, Sustainable Menu To Tampa Heights District
• No Walkabouts Necessary; Just Use The Drive-Thru At New Aussi Grill
• Grand Opening Planned For Casa Fresca Homes At Pasadena Point
• Wing Boys To Open At Citrus Park Town Center Saturday
• Tampa Bay Chefs Treat Veterans To Home-Cooked Meals
• The Pearl At Water Street Now Hiring For March Grand Opening
• 2 Tampa Bay Nonprofits Removing Economic Barriers Awarded Funding
• Winn-Dixie Celebrates Newly Remodeled Haines City Grocery Store
• Pinellas County Walmarts Unveil Newly Remodeled Supercenters