Defense contractor moving HQ to Tampa and invest $20M in region

Defense contractor Orion Edge moves its headquarters to Tampa, adding $20 million in investment and 20 new jobs.

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Downtown Tampa skyline with office towers and residential buildings along the Hillsborough River under a bright blue sky.
Wagamama moving its U.S. headquarters to Tampa

Wagamama relocates its U.S. headquarters to Tampa, reinforcing the city’s rise as a national hub for business and hospitality.

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Exterior of a Wagamama restaurant with its name in bold lettering above the entrance, featuring signage for noodles, dumplings, ramen, craft cocktails and fresh juices.
The data is in: Mixed-use stadiums win big for cities and fans

The Rays want a 100-acre stadium district that could reshape Tampa Bay.

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Three members of the Tampa Bay Rays’ new ownership group pose together wearing team hats at a press conference backdrop featuring the Rays and Orlando Health logos.
USF just hit $750M in research funding; here’s why it matters

USF’s record $750 million in research funding marks a major milestone for Tampa Bay’s innovation economy.

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Bar chart showing growth in the University of South Florida’s research funding from fiscal year 2022 to 2025, highlighting gains from federal, private and state sources.
Tampa real estate expert warns agents: Protect your brand now

Tampa broker Derek Carlson shares how agents can protect their brand and stay competitive amid major real estate mergers.

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Downtown Tampa skyline with office towers and residential buildings along the Hillsborough River under a bright blue sky.
Florida SNAP crisis grows as Tampa’s Metro Ministries ‘doubles down’

Florida food banks face record demand as SNAP benefits resume at half strength and families across Tampa Bay search for help.

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Sign on a grocery store door reading “SNAP welcomed here,” showing that Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are accepted for food purchases.
Florida grants millions to Johns Hopkins All Children’s for pediatric cancer research

A $7.5 million state grant will help Johns Hopkins All Children’s lead new advances in pediatric cancer research across Florida.

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State officials present a $7.5 million grant check to Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg to support pediatric cancer research.
Hooters Clearwater-based founders regain full ownership of brand

Clearwater’s Original Hooters founders reclaim the global brand and revive the local spirit that started it all.

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Exterior view of the Original Hooters restaurant in Clearwater, Florida, showing its multi-level building with palm trees and bikes parked outside.
How a Tampa Bay insurer is closing the AI coverage gap

Tampa Bay’s ME Wilson explains how outdated insurance leaves leaders exposed — and what it takes to close the Executive Risk Gap.

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A business professional uses a laptop while interacting with a virtual display labeled “AI Insurance,” representing the connection between artificial intelligence and modern risk coverage.
Benchmark International on why they took center ice in downtown Tampa

TBBW sat down with the Tampa M&A firm to learn more about its biggest move yet.

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How Tampa’s Ashley Butler turned struggle into success

From struggle to success Ashley Butler built a $12M Tampa business rooted in grit grace and giving back.

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Ashley Butler, owner of Ice Cold Air, standing beside a red Ford Mustang at her Tampa home.
Che Vita opens in downtown Tampa with Italian Flair

Che Vita brings bold Southern Italian flavor to downtown Tampa.

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Interior of Che Vita restaurant at Hilton Tampa Downtown featuring wood tables, blue glassware and natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows