West Palm Beach, FL|News|
Why These FL Hotels Are Listed Among World’s Best New Hotels
Editors and trusted contributors traveled across the globe and decided on the best new hotels, including two in Florida.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
FL Business News
News on business openings, closings and more from around Florida.
Bradenton, FL|News|
Specialty Butcher Shop Rebuilds In Bradenton After Hurricane Milton
The Chop Shop in Bradenton pivoted to a pick-up service after Hurricane Milton and has since rebuilt its shop thanks to grant funding.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Across Florida|News|
3 FL Eateries Named ‘Restaurants Of The Year’
Three Florida restaurants were tabbed by food and dining writers from across the USA Today network as some of the best of 2025.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Hooters Restaurant Chain Files Bankruptcy: What It Means In FL
The complicated Hooters bankruptcy filing is designed to keep many Florida sites of this once-popular restaurant chain open.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
730 HSN Workers To Be Laid Off At St. Pete Campus
HSN’s St. Petersburg campus will close by the end of the year as the shopping channel moves to QVC’s headquarters in PA, cutting 730 jobs.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Best Barbecue Joint In FL 2025 Grills 'Hot And Fast': Southern Living
Southern Living readers chose their favorite barbecue restaurants in the South, including in Florida.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
FL Michelin Guide Adds 14 Restaurants In Tampa, Miami, Orlando
The Florida Michelin Guide expanded to include 14 restaurants in Tampa, Orlando and the greater Miami area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
These Are The Safest FL Hospitals, New Report Says
Healthgrades’ 2025 Patient Safety Excellence Awards recognize 442 hospitals in 40 states, including 57 in Florida.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
1 FL Hospital Among Best In The World, New Ranking Says
Twenty hospitals in Florida are among the best in the U.S, with one ranked among the best 250 in the world, according to a new analysis.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
New BJ's, Whole Foods, Tim Hortons | 100 Jobs Cut: FL Business News
Downtown St. Pete Eatery Closes After 13 Years | Company Owner Scams Clients | Allegiant Adds Flights From Sarasota | New BJ's, Whole Foods
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Bloomin’ Brands Cuts 100 Corporate Jobs Tampa Headquarters
Outback Steakhouse’s parent company, Bloomin’ Brands, is cutting 100 corporate jobs in Tampa to save $22 million a year.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Downtown St. Pete Restaurant, Bar Closing After 13 Years
The Avenue, a downtown St. Petersburg burger bar, is closing for good after 13 years in business.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
Updated Whole Food Plans Submitted In Pasco County: Report
The developer behind a planned high-end retail center in Wesley Chapel submitted plans for a Whole Foods grocery store, a report said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Allegiant Launches 7 New Flights To, From Sarasota Bradenton Airport
Las Vegas-based Allegiant Air launched seven new routes to and from Sarasota Bradenton Airport.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
New BJ’s Wholesale Club Opening In Hernando County
A new BJ’s Wholesale Club, featuring an on-site BJ’s Gas location, will open its doors in Brooksville on Feb. 21.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
These 4 FL Restaurants Named To Yelp's Top 100 In America
The major review website has named four Florida restaurants to its annual list of the top 100 eateries in the country.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
3 FL Coffee Shops Among Top 15 Best For Remote Workers
Financial media company MarketBeat.com recently surveyed workers to find out which FL coffee shops are the best for remote work.
Megan VerHelst, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Joann Fabrics Plans To Close 36 FL Stores: See List
The fabrics retailer has said it will close more than half its locations nationwide and may close nearly all its Florida stores.
Amanda Lumpkin and Chris Rhatigan , Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Tim Hortons Eyeing 2 Bradenton-Area Locations In FL Expansion: Reports
Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons is eyeing a return to FL with two new locations in Manatee County, reports said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
9 FL Cities Named Best Places To Find A Job In 2025
Nine Florida cities have been named to a list of the best cities to find a job in 2025. Here's what to know.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
HSN To Close 70-Acre FL Corporate Headquarters
The Home Shopping Network will shut down its headquarters in St. Petersburg after 47 years and move to QRG’s Pennsylvania campus with QVC.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater Ferry Expansion Offers Extra Day Of Service: PSTA
The Clearwater Ferry is offering expanded service Thursday through Sunday, the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
6 FL Restaurants Among 100 Most Romantic In America
Making plans for Valentine's Day? OpenTable says these Florida eateries are two of the most romantic restaurants in America.
Amanda Lumpkin, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Pagoda Asian Grill Sets Opening Date In St. Pete
P.F. Chang’s sister company, Pagoda Asian Grill, will open its third location in the U.S. on Feb. 1 in St. Petersburg.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Fleming’s, Anna Maria Oyster Bar, Lefty’s, On Swann: Restaurant News
Sarasota, Bradenton restaurant news: Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse, Lefty’s Oyster & Seafood Bar, Olivia, On Swann, Anna Maria Oyster Bar.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
4 New Businesses Join Water Street Tampa
Pasta Packs, EMOTO Supply Co., Sip & Dry, and Saatva are the latest businesses to join Water Street Tampa.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Another St. Pete Beach Restaurant Closes After Hurricane Flooding
PJ’s Oyster Bar in St. Pete Beach is closing after 18 years because of damages caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
13 FL Restaurants, Chefs Named 2025 James Beard Semifinalists
Four FL chefs were named semifinalists in the James Beard Best Chef: South category.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Michelin Guide Adds | Store Closings | Best Brewery: FL Business News
FL Business: Hotel Violated Civil Rights | Restaurant Closes After Hurricanes | Richest Families | New Cheesecake Factory | Daiso Opening
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Squeeze Juice Works Closes Last St. Pete Location After 12 Years
The last Squeeze Juice Works location on 30th Avenue N. in St. Petersburg will shut down and be converted into a wellness center.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
10 Restaurants Added To FL Michelin Guide
The 10 restaurants recently added to the FL Michelin Guide include 6 in Miami and 4 in the Orlando area — and none in the Tampa Bay area.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Big Cat Rescue Of 'Tiger King' Sells Tampa-Area Property
A portion of Big Cat Rescue’s Tampa-area property, which recently sold for $19M, could be redeveloped as about 300 townhomes, reports said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
The Cheesecake Factory Opening At Tampa Premium Outlets
Tampa Premium Outlets will welcome The Cheesecake Factory as a new dining option this year.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
St. Pete Beach Restaurant Closes After Hurricane Damage
After 35 years in business, Woody’s Waterfront has closed for good because of flooding, damages from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
2 Florida Families Among The Richest In U.S.: Forbes
The owners of Publix and the owners of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are the two FL families among the richest in the U.S., Forbes said.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
7 FL Macy’s Stores To Close
Among the 66 Macy's stores closing in 2025, seven are in Florida. Check out which locations are shutting down in the Sunshine State.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Japanese Variety Store Daiso Will Open First FL Store In Tampa
Daiso, a Japanese bargain store, is expanding into Florida and will open its first store in Tampa in early February.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Former NFL Player Opening The Peach Cobbler Factory In Bradenton
Former NFL player Michael Lehan will host the grand opening for The Peach Cobbler Factory in Bradenton on Saturday.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
