Free small business consultations will be held in Port Charlotte, Florida, on August 12, 2025, in collaboration with the SBDC at Florida Gulf Coast University and Charlotte County Economic Development Office.

Charlotte County's Beef 'O' Brady's received the Business Excellence Award for community contributions and business growth under owner Chris Lansdale.

Charlotte County Economic Development and the SBA are hosting a "Are You Lender Ready?" workshop for entrepreneurs on June 4, focusing on loan readiness.

Charlotte County offers a free AI workshop for entrepreneurs on June 17, 2025, to teach about leveraging AI for business growth, with sessions by Heidi Cramer from Florida SBDC at FGCU.

The SBA's Business Resource and Assessment Center in Hillsborough County closes today, after aiding local recovery from hurricanes and issuing over $1.4 billion in loans.

The Tampa Convention Center now houses a new FedEx store for shipping and printing, replacing the former UPS Store, with ongoing renovations to enhance services.

The ECC in Hillsborough County celebrates National Small Business Week with events like a resource fair, AI session, and networking to support local entrepreneurs.

The Pasco Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting in Hudson's Beacon Woods, following a dispute between known parties. One man died and the shooter is in custody; the incident is isolated with no community threat.

Funding cuts from the USDA threaten the sustainability of food assistance programs in Tampa Bay, raising concerns for Feeding Tampa Bay's ability to distribute meals. Florida Senate's proposed budget offers potential support but faces uncertainty.

Sugar Champagne Bar opens in Sarasota on March 28 with a sophisticated atmosphere, dress code, and a $150 minimum per person rule; however, it offers a no-minimum window from 4-6 p.m.

Hernando County residents can meet with local law enforcement at a "Coffee with a Cop" event on March 5 at the Spring Hill Target, fostering community engagement and dialogue.

Localtopia in St. Petersburg highlighted the importance of community support for local businesses recovering from hurricanes, with strong attendance and vendor participation indicating its critical role in economic revival.

A teen boy was shot and killed in Tampa, prompting a police investigation for the suspect. The victim died from upper body injuries after the shooting on Hillsborough Lane.