New home construction
up in Florida
Housing starts lead Florida's economy, so says a new report from Florida TaxWatch.
Florida's crime rate drops to 43-year low
Start with a Better Business Plan
A business plan is a written document that describes the nature of your business and the product or service you intend to provide.
Exciting Clearwater:
From surf to success
Downtown Clearwater is becoming a hot entertainment destination.
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Combining shopping and eating
Florida restaurateurs are putting dining and retail together.
[Photo: James Borchuck/Tampa Bay Times]
On the trail of the Great Skunk Ape
... plus other tales of Florida in this video with Terry Tomalin.
Central Florida gets a boost from SunRail
What makes a city 'cool?'
Rick Baker, President of the Edwards Group, takes on this question in a video Q & A.
Student investors beat performance benchmarks
Stetson University
students run
a $3.2-million
investments
program.
A tale of two baseball cities
The Tampa Bay Rays and the Miami Marlins have differences and similarities.
Stepping down at Ave Maria's School of Law
Strong durable goods orders buoy growth outlook
Orders for long-lasting U.S. manufactured goods rose more than expected in March, bolstering views of an acceleration in growth.
Defense contractors host rallies for federal funding
Harris Corporation and Boeing are hosting a rally to encourage Congress to extend funding for the manufacture of Growler and Super Hornet aircraft.
Miami Beach opposes Beckham's soccer stadium plan
Building a Major League Soccer stadium at PortMiami would create a traffic nightmare, according to officials and residents in the neighboring city.
Indian businesses in Tampa enjoy spike in business
The International Indian Film Academy's four-day extravaganza of song and dance performances, movie screenings and an awards ceremony is boosting business for local merchants.
In Disney's shadow, homeless families struggle
A growing number of families in Florida's tourist corridor are finding it harder and harder to locate affordable housing.
Entrepreneur Assistance
Florida Small Business:
Set yourself up for success by following experts' tips and tricks in the Small Business Toolbox; find information about starting, growing and maintaining a business in Florida; gain quick access to business-essential resources and links; and more.
Florida Career Connections 
If you are unemployed, underemployed or just seeking a new career path, this new site will help you navigate a path to success.
