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What you need to know about Florida today
› In-N-Out lands in Tennessee. Could Florida restaurants follow?
In-N-Out’s decision to open a regional office in Tennessee could mean the popular western U.S. burger chain will end up in Florida, but not for quite some time, one restaurant industry expert says. California-based In-N-Out revealed Tuesday its first Tennessee restaurants are slated to open by 2026, and what it called an “Eastern territory office” will be built in Franklin, Tenn., south of Nashville.
› Bradenton Area EDC’s robust network helps Manatee County businesses grow
Anyone operating a business knows there can be obstacles to growth. A few examples include finding the right talent for your workforce, managing permitting challenges during a facility expansion, and finding a new location to meet client demand for a new product or service.
› Recently sworn-in Gainesville official faces complaint over dual office holding
A complaint has been filed with the state's Attorney General's Office against a recently sworn-in Gainesville commissioner that could result in his removal from office or risk losing his full-time job and benefits. The complaint raises questions about whether the elected official is allowed to hold two public office positions simultaneously. It also has been forwarded to the Florida Secretary of State and Alachua County Supervisor of Elections offices for review.
› Apartments with workforce housing planned for Raytheon site in St. Petersburg
A Clearwater-based developer wants to build a 1,058-unit apartment complex on the former site of the Raytheon defense firm in St. Petersburg. The project would be built in three phases and will include 300 units of income-restricted workforce housing. Half of the workforce units would be for renters making less than 80% of the area median income and the other half would be for those making less than 120% of the AMI.
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