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Chuck Merlis

Tampa less exposed to Spirit shutdown than Orlando, TPA says

May 14, 2026 by Chuck Merlis
Sign for Tampa International Airport with airplane overhead and palm trees

TPA says Tampa’s airline mix could soften the impact of the Spirit Airlines collapse.

Categories Business News, Economic impact, Pinellas County, Tampa International Airport

36 acres near SunTrax slated for business park

May 14, 2026 by Chuck Merlis

Polk County plans business park growth near SunTrax and Braddock Road interchange.

Categories Business News, Commercial Real Estate, Infrastructure & Development, Polk County

Florida Orchestra’s future at Mahaffey Theater draws concern

May 14, 2026May 14, 2026 by Chuck Merlis
Interior view of Mahaffey Theater in downtown St. Petersburg

City leaders want stronger assurances for the Florida Orchestra during Mahaffey transition.

Categories Business News, Downtown St. Petersburg, Major Employers, Top Story

New Tampa Heights lounge will center on vinyl and live music

May 14, 2026 by Chuck Merlis
Exterior of Peppermint Lounge under construction on North Franklin Street in Tampa Heights

Peppermint Lounge will bring vinyl, live music and cocktails to Tampa Heights this fall.

Categories Business News, Retail & Hospitality, Tampa, Top Story

East Tampa proposal targets food access, startups and workforce housing

May 13, 2026 by Chuck Merlis
Gator Building site in East Tampa proposed for food hall and workforce housing redevelopment

A long-discussed East Tampa property could become a hub for food access and startups.

Categories Business News, Economic Development, Infrastructure & Development, Mixed-Use, Tampa

Ybor Harbor redevelopment secures $35M infrastructure package

May 14, 2026May 13, 2026 by Chuck Merlis
Rendering of the planned Ybor Harbor waterfront redevelopment along Ybor Channel

Ybor Harbor moves forward with major waterfront infrastructure and public access plans.

Categories Business News, Channelside Development & Real Estate News, Infrastructure & Development, Mixed-Use, Top Story

East Tampa affordable housing complex sold for $31 million

May 13, 2026 by Chuck Merlis
Silver Oaks Apartments affordable housing complex in East Tampa sold to Fairstead for $31 million

Fairstead plans renovations while keeping East Tampa apartments affordable long term.

Categories Business News, Commercial Real Estate, Hillsborough County, Real Estate, Tampa, Top Story

Cruise growth could add $100 million to Tampa Bay region, port says

May 13, 2026May 13, 2026 by Chuck Merlis
Cruise ships docked at Port Tampa Bay near Channelside and downtown Tampa

Port Tampa Bay says cruise demand is outpacing current terminal capacity.

Categories Business News, Economic impact, Hillsborough County, Infrastructure & Development, Top Story, Travel & Recreation

Hanami Japanese Izakaya to open in downtown Clearwater

May 12, 2026 by Chuck Merlis
Rendering of Hanami Japanese Izakaya planned for Cleveland Street in downtown Clearwater

Hanami adds another restaurant and nightlife concept to downtown Clearwater.

Categories Business News, Clearwater, Economic Development, Pinellas County, Restaurants, Top Story

USL names veteran soccer executive CEO ahead of expansion

May 11, 2026 by Chuck Merlis
Conference room inside the United Soccer League headquarters in Tampa

USL prepares for Division I growth and promotion-relegation under new leadership.

Categories Business News, Private Equity, Sports, Tampa
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