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Thursday's Daily Pulse
What you need to know about Florida today
› Petroleum distributer extends contract with Port Manatee for 25 years
TransMontaigne Terminals LLC recently received approval to extend its operations on a 28.41-acre port tract at Port Manatee through May 2046. The Denver-based company’s renewed agreement is slated to take effect May 1. The Manatee County Port Authority gave the final approval with the option for a further 25-year extension. TransMontaigne Terminals has been operating at Port Manatee since 1970, according to a statement.
› Coral Gables central business district healthy, adding on
Though last year was a tough one for the restaurant, retail and entertainment industries, occupancy is high in Downtown Coral Gables and the city, along with organizations like the Business Improvement District of Coral Gables, are focused on activation and 21st century marketing strategies.
› Condo tower to bring flash and curves to Pompano’s beach
A curvy head turner of a condo tower will rise 10 stories and 105 feet, adding a little Miami spice to the Pompano Beach skyline between A1A and Briny Avenue. On Tuesday, city commissioners approved a Canadian developer’s request to build 40 condos on a 1.3-acre parcel south of Atlantic Boulevard. The ground floor would have a few spots reserved for shops and possibly a restaurant.
› Orlando’s Holy Land Experience reopens for 2 free days after months-long closure
After months of being closed, Orlando’s Holy Land Experience will be resurrecting itself for two days free of admission. The theme park will be offering free tours of its Scriptorium with thousands of manuscripts from around the world to view and other attractions Wednesday and Thursday; according to the theme park’s website.
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