Business Observer

A Tampa case moving through the system could change how the city’s top governing body tackles zoning cases, says an attorney. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

A global nonprofit that serves as the bridge between eye tissue donors and recipients has officially closed on the Ybor City property that will become home to a new pediatric vision care center. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

A Tennessee development firm focused on growing Sunbelt markets is proposing a 324-apartment project on Fruitville Road in downtown Sarasota. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

Safran Electrical & Power, a division of the global aerospace, aeronautical and defense manufacturer Safran, has completed an expansion of its existing south Manatee County operation. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

The Hertz Corp. is adding a popular truck brand to its fleet. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

A new partnership between regional grocer Winn-Dixie and tech giant Amazon could change the way Floridians buy groceries in Tampa Bay. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

Sarasota manufacturer Helios Technologies will be the lead sponsor for the new digital hub at the Mote Science Education Aquarium. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

British Airways will soon move its nonstop Tampa International Airport flight from London Gatwick to London Heathrow. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

The construction of a new health care center in Fort Myers has hit a milestone. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

Real estate trends continue to split along county lines and property types in the latest analysis of the Manatee-Sarasota market by the region’s industry association. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

A Winter Park stationery and lifestyle brand known for its hand-painted floral designs is coming to Tampa’s Hyde Park Village. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

A Palm Beach Gardens real estate investment firm has bought a St. Petersburg apartment community and plans to make upgrades. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

Two new international flights are coming to Tampa International Airport. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

Philip Morris International, the company that made its fortunes and reputation as a cigarette manufacturer, is opening a business solutions center in Tampa. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

Lee Auto Group, a used car dealer in Fort Myers, has bought the site of a former RV dealership where it plans to move its headquarters. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

The Winn-Dixie Co. is turning seven of its Harveys Supermarket locations in Florida and Georgia into Winn-Dixie stores. Two are in Lakeland. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

In the week's top commercial real estate news, grocers open three new stores in Tampa region, prime property is on the market in Sarasota, and a club gets a major overhaul in Naples. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

As it approaches its 100th anniversary, Tampa Theatre is undergoing a major restoration and modernization. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

A 231-unit apartment complex is set to start construction in Manatee County this month. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…

A local pet retail brand is ready to scale. DOGPerfect — with five stores and millions in annual revenue — has officially launched a franchise program to expand beyond the Gulf Coast. businessobserverfl.com/news/2026/mar/…