LEGOLAND Florida Resort provided an early look at its upcoming SEA LIFE Florida Aquarium, during a behind-the-scenes hard hat tour. The new attraction, described as the world’s first “Theme Park Under the Sea,” is scheduled to open on May 23, 2025. “SEA LIFE Florida is designed to be a child’s first aquarium experience,” said Franceen … Read more
American Integrity Insurance has signed a 75,000-square-foot lease at Bayport Plaza, a Class A office tower in Tampa’s Westshore submarket. The company plans to relocate its headquarters to the new location in early 2026, occupying three floors and becoming the first tenant to secure building-top signage at the property. Stream Realty Partners represented American Integrity … Read more
The first phase of Hotel ORA + Private Residences, a $675 million condominium-hotel project planned for downtown Tampa, has sold out within 40 days of launching. The initial phase sales totaled more than $84 million, with 97 units purchased. Located at 1101 East Jackson Street, the development will include 658 units, comprising 31 private residences … Read more
The Tampa Bay Chamber Foundation has been awarded a $1 million grant through the 2024 TD Ready Challenge, an initiative by TD Bank aimed at supporting nonprofits that help underserved communities. The funding will expand the foundation’s Minority Business Accelerator by launching the Empower Sustainability-Focused Accelerator program, designed to assist alumni in scaling their businesses. … Read more
Tampa-based veteran and nonprofit founder Bryan Stern has been named one of six recipients of the prestigious Medal of Honor Citizen Honors Awards for 2024. Stern, the chairman and founder of Grey Bull Rescue, is being recognized as this year’s Service Act Honoree for his dedication to serving Americans, both in and out of military … Read more
The University of South Florida has received a $2.5 million donation from Pete and Cynthia Zinober, marking the largest gift in the history of its College of Design, Art and Performance. The donation will support arts programs and rename the School of Music’s concert venue as the Peter and Cynthia Zinober Concert Hall. The 450-seat … Read more
