One Liners Hillsborough: College HUNKS, Glazer Children’s Museum and more

⊲ ABA Centers of Florida opened its first autism care center, in Tampa, a 14,300-square-foot facility designed to provide individualized applied behavior analysis therapy, with a focus on reducing wait times for diagnosis and treatment. (Photos above) ⊲ Hyde Park Capital, in Tampa, announced that VitalTech, a provider of virtual care solutions, has been acquired

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NVGTN sells Trinity Commerce Center in $22.5 million sale-leaseback deal

Lifestyle activewear brand NVGTN has completed a $22.5 million sale-leaseback of its Trinity Commerce Center headquarters to Greek Real Estate Partners. Located at 1990 Corporate Center Drive, in Trinity, the 100,000-square-foot industrial facility was completed in 2024 and is fully leased to NVGTN. The Class A building includes 34-foot clear heights, 21 dock-high doors, three

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CEO Connect Recap: Chon Nguyen reveals his approach to balancing tech, hospitality and family life, along with lessons from setbacks

Born and raised in the Tampa Bay area, Chon Nguyen has crafted a legacy that’s as dynamic as the city he calls home. From technology to hospitality, his ventures reflect a rare combination of innovation and heart. His story is one of curiosity, grit and an unrelenting drive to turn challenges into opportunities. All told,

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On the Scene: CEO Council of Tampa Bay presents Jesse Cole, of Savanna Bananas (PHOTOS)

The CEO Council of Tampa Bay held its latest Pinnacle Speaker event at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Tampa.  The speaker this year was Jesse Cole, creator of Banana Ball and founder of Fans First Entertainment, who owns and operates the Savannah Bananas, Party Animals and Firefighters.

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Vik and Sneha Patel donate $3 million to support Healing Garden at St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital

Vik and Sneha Patel, owners of Tampa-based Purple Square Management Co., have donated $3 million to St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital Foundation to support a future Healing Garden at the hospital’s new pediatric facility. The Healing Garden will provide a space for children and families visiting the hospital. It will be part of the forthcoming Pagidipati

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Tampa Bay law enforcement navigates infrastructure, staffing demands amid rapid regional growth

As Tampa Bay’s population grows, so does the demand on regional law enforcement agencies. Over the last decade, counties in the Tampa Bay region have experienced substantial population increases, placing significant strain on law enforcement resources, staffing and facilities. While law enforcement may not immediately come to mind when considering an area’s infrastructure, it is

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One Liners Pinellas: Evara Health Institute, The Dali Museum and more

⊲ The Hessel Family Foundation hosted a celebration at the Hero’s Hangout Hospitality Tent during the Shriners Children’s Women’s Softball Clearwater Invitational, where Keys to Kindness awarded its third-ever “Key to Kindness” to Autism Inspired Academy staff and co-founders Cher Harris and Liz Russell for their work supporting children with autism. ⊲ USF’s Florida Institute

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Mansions on the Market: Quiet luxury on Longboat Key (PHOTOS)

This home is located on a quiet cul-de-sac on Longboat Key, offering scenic views of Sarasota Bay and the city skyline. The property has been carefully maintained blending comfort, elegance and practical design, making it suitable for both relaxation and entertaining. Upon entry, the open living spaces are bright and welcoming, featuring 12-foot ceilings and

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One Liners Polk: Lakeland Police, Legoland Florida and more

⊲ LEGOLAND Florida Resort unveiled 20 newly themed hotel rooms, including the first-ever LEGO DUPLO rooms, along with revamped LEGO Friends and LEGO NINJAGO suites, designed to immerse families in interactive play and adventure. (Photo above) ⊲ The Polk County Board of County Commissioners has approved $9.2 million in funding for 75 additional Fire Rescue

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On the Scene: MOSI launches Digital Dome Theatre (PHOTOS)

The second-largest planetarium in the United States is now open, at Tampa’s Museum of Science & Industry. Daily space and science shows are now included in general admission. MOSI’s new Digital Dome Theatre—an 82-foot-wide, 330-seat venue—replaces the museum’s previous 46-seat planetarium, featuring a 10,000-square-foot NanoSeam screen and a projection system.  The first student field trip

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Great Places and Spaces: Condo project on Corey Avenue (RENDERINGS)

Kolter Urban has unveiled renderings for a 162-unit luxury condominium development on Corey Avenue, in St. Pete Beach, featuring restaurants, retail and public green space. Kolter purchased the waterfront parcel, in late 2024, for $9.85 million, acquiring the site initially slated for Corey Landing, a 243-unit apartment project that was approved in 2022, but later

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Farley White acquires Tampa office building, expands Hidden River portfolio

Farley White Interests has acquired Lakeview at Hidden River, a 133,201-square-foot office building, in Northeast Tampa, expanding its presence in Tampa. The Boston-based commercial real estate firm purchased the property from Dilweg on April 30. The acquisition brings Farley White’s total holdings in the Hidden River Corporate Park to 688,000 square feet and more than

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