St. Pete’s third annual construction expo brings more than 80 vendor booths, workshops and networking opportunities to The Coliseum.

Florida’s citrus industry is getting nearly $196 million in state support as growers battle disease, hurricanes and historic production losses.

A first-of-its-kind dog cruise from Tampa never sailed, and some customers say their money never came back.

Sony will stop making PlayStation discs in January 2028, and Tampa Bay stores that live on used‑game trade‑ins say the change will squeeze margins. Local shops plan to lean on retro stock, events and collectibles to stay afloat.

Tampa Bay's Fast 50 pulled in $3.2 billion in 2025 and is heavy on construction firms, signaling more hires and projects across the region.

A Publix vendor told officials it will end unloading services at five distribution centers, cutting 168 warehouse roles across Lakeland and Sarasota.

Pasco County’s 40‑day scallop season draws tens of thousands and pumps nearly $11 million into the local economy, boosting marinas, charters and restaurants.

A new Publix prototype is set to open at Mariana Acres in Winter Haven on Thursday. The 55,000‑sq‑ft store will replace a nearby Auburndale location and include a pharmacy and liquor outlet.

Florida’s back-to-school tax holiday runs July 20–Aug 20 and covers clothing under $100, school supplies under $50 and laptops under $1,500.

Fidelity sued a former adviser, saying confidential client records were taken and tens of millions in client assets may be at risk. The filing seeks emergency discovery and an injunction.

Quick Pick tickets printed at Publix stores in Lakeland and St. Augustine matched Tuesday's Fantasy 5 draws, paying about $54K and $105K. Claim steps and office info follow.

French syrup maker Monin plans to buy about 70 acres near Zephyrhills Airport and invest more than $100M in a U.S. production and distribution campus. Details on jobs and timeline are still pending.

Detwiler’s will build a 52,000‑sq‑ft ground‑up store at Sumter Blvd and I‑75 in North Port, a move the company says will add about 125 jobs and open in late 2028.