Tampa Bay remembers Doug Martin for more than football

Doug Martin’s legacy shines through his quiet generosity and service to Tampa Bay.

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Doug Martin receives a certificate of appreciation from a U.S. Army officer at Schofield Barracks during the 2013 Pro Bowl week.
Baker and Emily Mayfield just gave a Florida Gator the opportunity of a lifetime

Baker Mayfield’s latest scholarship honors a Florida Gator whose grit mirrors his own rise from walk-on to Heisman winner.

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University of Florida football player Charles Emanuel III smiles and shakes hands with teammates as they applaud during a team meeting.
Firehouse Subs opens 1,400th restaurant in Clearwater

Firehouse Subs opened its 1,400th location in Clearwater, spotlighting Tampa Bay’s strong franchise growth and community impact.

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Four people stand together inside the new Firehouse Subs restaurant in Clearwater, smiling for a photo in front of a mural featuring a Clearwater Fire & Rescue truck.
OpenAI’s ChatGPT adds instant checkout for online shopping

OpenAI’s ChatGPT is blurring the line between conversation and online shopping — and Tampa Bay business leaders should pay attention.

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A smartphone screen displays OpenAI’s ChatGPT interface with an article titled “Improved Shopping Results from ChatGPT Search.”
Chipotle opening on Water Street Tampa

Chipotle Mexican Grill opened at Water Street Tampa on Dec. 23 with outdoor seating and standard daily hours.

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Street view of Water Street Tampa with high-rise buildings at sunset, overlaid with the Chipotle Mexican Grill logo.
Tampa brewery Coppertail launches THC seltzer

Coppertail Brewing has launched its first THC-infused seltzer, marking a new product move for the Ybor City brewery.

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Coppertail Brewing High Dive THC-infused seltzer cans
$5M sale closes at Fountain Plaza in West Tampa

Avison Young arranges a $5M sale of Fountain Plaza, a West Tampa retail center on MacDill Avenue.

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Tampa’s Bryan Stern featured in Netflix docuseries on Bin Laden manhunt

Bryan Stern reflects on intelligence work and the missions that still drive him.

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A split image shows a smartphone displaying the Netflix logo on the left and Bryan Stern in a decorated U.S. military uniform in front of an American flag on the right, with the words “From Screen to Real World” across the bottom.
4 Tampa restaurants added to MICHELIN Guide’s Florida list

Four Tampa restaurants were added to the MICHELIN Guide Florida, reflecting the city’s expanding food scene.

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Collage of Tampa restaurants recognized by the MICHELIN Guide Florida, featuring food, interiors and storefronts
For Tampa Bay owners, your business Is the real asset

For many Tampa Bay business owners, value extends beyond a full sale to smarter exit and recap strategies.

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M&A chess pieces beside a view of Tampa’s downtown skyline, symbolizing business value beyond financial statements.
Construction begins at Double Branch development in Pasco County

Construction has begun on the first phase of the 965-acre Double Branch mixed-use development in Pasco County, anchored by large-scale industrial space.

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Peak Surf Park secures land in Pasco County, targets 2027 opening

Peak Surf Park plans a surf-focused destination in Pasco County as part of a large-scale mixed-use development, targeting a 2027 opening.

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Rendering of a planned surf park in Pasco County featuring a wave lagoon, palm-lined beach, and surfers in a resort-style setting