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businessobserverfl.com > news > 08/14/2026 > usf-college-nursing-building

USF opens $33M College of Nursing building to tackle Florida shortage

1+ day, 18+ hour ago   (875+ words) Key takeaway: USF’s new $33 million College of Nursing expansion will help train students as Florida confronts a projected shortage of nearly 20,000 registered nurses. Core challenge: Expanding Florida’s nursing workforce quickly enough to meet growing health care needs without sacrificing the…...

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businessobserverfl.com > news > 08/14/2026 > manatee-soccer-treasurer-charged-fraud

North Manatee Soccer Club's ex-treasurer charged in $146K fraud scheme

1+ day, 16+ hour ago   (383+ words) The former treasurer of the North Manatee Soccer Club has been charged in a scheme to defraud the organization of more than $50,000 after investigators say they found she caused the club to lose more than $146,000 over the last three years....

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businessobserverfl.com > news > 08/14/2026 > hca-florida-plans-cape-coral-hospital

$300M hospital planned for Cape Coral

1+ day, 19+ hour ago   (263+ words) Planning is underway for a new hospital in Cape Coral. The city and HCA Florida Healthcare announced HCA Florida Cape Coral Hospital is projected to open in 2029. The new hospital will be at 322 SW Pine Island Road, where HCA Florida…...

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businessobserverfl.com > news > 08/14/2026 > north-port-daycare-property-sells

North Port daycare property sells for $3.6 million

1+ day, 22+ hour ago   (136+ words) Marcus & Millichap has closed on the sale of a North Port building leased to La Petite Academy. The firm says the New Jersey buyer, an investor, picked it up as part of a 1031 Exchange for $3.64 million. Sarasota County property records…...

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businessobserverfl.com > news > 08/14/2026 > usf-college-of-nursing-building-florida-shortage

USF opens $33 million College of Nursing building to tackle Florida shortage

1+ day, 18+ hour ago   (875+ words) Key takeaway: USF’s new $33 million College of Nursing expansion will help train students as Florida confronts a projected shortage of nearly 20,000 registered nurses. Core challenge: Expanding Florida’s nursing workforce quickly enough to meet growing health care needs without sacrificing the…...

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businessobserverfl.com > news > 08/14/2026 > bucs-lineman-tampa-private-aviation-service

Former Bucs lineman builds Tampa private aviation service, seeks to grow

1+ day, 20+ hour ago   (1390+ words) Key takeaway: Former NFL offensive lineman Jim Pyne recently launched a private aviation service company based out of Tampa. Core challenge: Keeping up with customer needs and demand. What’s next: Expansion to other parts of the region and Florida. Jim…...

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businessobserverfl.com > news > 08/14/2026 > north-port-day-care-property-sells-for-36-million

North Port day care property sells for $3.6 million

1+ day, 22+ hour ago   (136+ words) Marcus & Millichap has closed on the sale of a North Port building leased to La Petite Academy. The firm says the New Jersey buyer, an investor, picked it up as part of a 1031 Exchange for $3.64 million. Sarasota County property records…...

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businessobserverfl.com > news > 08/14/2026 > restoring-a-metal-roof-for-long-term-protection-with-a-silicone-coating-system

Sponsored: Restoring a Metal Roof for Long-Term Protection with a Silicone Coating System

2+ day, 7+ hour ago   (227+ words) When a commercial metal roof begins to show its age, property owners are often faced with a difficult decision: replace the roof entirely or restore it with a proven roofing system. For Ditek Surge Protection in Largo, Florida, restoration provided…...

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businessobserverfl.com > news > 08/14/2026 > mcdonalds-franchisees-coffee-shop-portfolio

Former McDonald's franchisees expand SWFL coffee shop portfolio

2+ day, 2+ hour ago   (1330+ words) Key takeaway: A Southwest Florida couple deftly combines two separate franchise businesses, one in coffee, one in sandwiches. Core challenge: The cost to open new locations is up 50%, while labor and retention issues persist. What’s next: The couple, Scott and…...

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businessobserverfl.com > news > 08/13/2026 > burger-chain-new-location-lutz

Drew Brees-backed burger chain to open new location in Tampa Bay

2+ day, 20+ hour ago   (292+ words) Smalls Sliders has opened its first Lutz restaurant, bringing its compact menu of cheeseburger sliders, waffle fries and shakes to a growing commercial corridor near State Road 54. The restaurant, at 19081 Wingshooter Way, began serving customers Tuesday. A grand opening celebration…...