Chuck Merlis

The early decisions that shaped Buddy Brew Coffee

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Susan Ward prepares coffee at an espresso machine as Dave Ward looks on inside a Buddy Brew Coffee space.

How early choices around trust shaped Buddy Brew Coffee’s growth.

Revive Design expands to Orlando with 5,000 SF showroom

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Revive Design and Renovation’s new Orlando showroom interior featuring a marble reception desk and design workspace

Revive Design and Renovation opens a 5,000 SF Winter Park showroom, marking its first expansion beyond Tampa Bay.

Tampa to brief city council on $100M South Howard flood plan

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Rendering of a redesigned South Howard Avenue with widened sidewalks street trees and improved drainage

Tampa will brief City Council on a $100M South Howard flood project targeting chronic flooding.

At 100, Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay define how they grow next

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Historic Boys & Girls Club building in Tampa Bay, photographed in the early years of the organization.An early Boys & Girls Club site in Tampa Bay. Founded in 1926, the organization marks 100 years of youth development in 2026.

At 100, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Tampa Bay clarify how discipline, data, and workforce strategy shape their next chapter.

Tampa International Airport opens nearly $6M call for artists

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Large pink flamingo sculpture inside Tampa International Airport terminal

Tampa International Airport is opening a Call for Artists tied to a nearly $6M public art investment.

Cogent Bank takes minority stake in Everpath Partners

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Exterior of a Cogent Bank branch in Florida with palm trees and the Cogent Bank sign visible.

Everpath Partners and Cogent Bank announced a strategic partnership and minority growth equity investment.

How Pinellas County allocates tourism tax dollars

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Downtown St. Petersburg waterfront skyline reflecting tourism funded infrastructure and development.

Pinellas County Commissioner Brian Scott spoke with TBBW about how tourism tax dollars are allocated.