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FLOR IDA’S NE WSPAPER FOR T HE C - SUI T E
Development | After a decade of delays, former Tampa mayor digs new project. PG.7 PASCO • H ILL SBOROUG H • PIN ELL AS • P OLK • M A N ATEE • SA R ASOTA • C H A R LOT TE • LEE • COLLIER
PIN DOWN Onetime pro wrestler leaps into the bakery business with his eyes on a tasty triumph: brick-and-mortar dominance. PAGE 8
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The Florida Legislature passed, what on paper at least, are strong reforms to an out-of-whack insurance sector. PAGE 3
Visit St. Pete/Clearwater’s scripted TV show, “Life’s Rewards,” is returning for another season. PAGE 5
REAL ESTATE
Private equit y dol la rs chase big profits in the home services and HVAC repair industry. PAGE 10
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New report projects that the Sunshine State’s resiliency will lead to solid growth in global exports. PAGE 6
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New York real estate firm seeks to transform multiple Tampa offices to meet the needs of today’s workers. PAGE 12
Pair of Tampa multifamily deals surpasses $215 million. 14 St. Petersburg assisted living facility acquired for $25.5 million. 14
Tampa multifamily market remains on fire. HURRICANE SEASON IS HERE: 371573-1
Southwest Florida oncologist leads the way for the region with a new tool to fight cancer. PAGE 5
Charlotte County hotel sold for $6 million. 14
UNDERSTANDING EMPLOYEE PAY DURING AND AFTER A HURRICANE See Page 3