New Port Richey moves to expand Duke Energy rights
A proposed Duke Energy agreement would expand utility rights while increasing city oversight.
East Tampa becomes focus of manufacturing job strategy
East Tampa’s industrial corridor is emerging as a focus for manufacturing growth and jobs.
How St. Petersburg kept recovery dollars local
More than 100 local operators hauled debris and earned recovery dollars after two hurricanes.
Control of USF Sarasota-Manatee campus to shift July 1
New College will assume control of the campus while USF students complete their degrees.
Tampa may cut services over Rays stadium deal
Tampa could cut services if stadium tax revenue falls short.
Downtown Clearwater at stake as Pinellas opens land to developers
Downtown Clearwater control is at stake as Pinellas opens land to developers.
Tampa’s boom faces infrastructure test, Castor says
Tampa has committed more than $3 billion to water and wastewater infrastructure while permitting nearly $22 billion in development since 2019, Mayor Jane Castor said Tuesday, saying the spending will keep growth from outpacing infrastructure. Speaking during her 2026 State of the City address, Castor pointed to housing supply, infrastructure upgrades and continued economic growth … Read more
Voters to decide Hillsborough school tax extension
Voters will decide whether to renew the school half-penny tax in November 2026.
Clearwater left in the dark on Scientology-linked entertainment project
City officials say the $50M EVO project has no formal proposal or approvals.
Publix may need 100 jobs in Polk to qualify for tax break
The proposed incentive covers Publix’s downtown Lakeland technology campus.