Tampa, FL|News|
Florida Leads Nation In Number Of Minority-Owned Businesses
A report by the national law firm Evans Kirby found that Florida ranks third in Black and other minority-owned small businesses.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Florida: Finding Our Way Forward
The coronavirus shutdown brought civic life and commerce to a standstill for months. These stories of revival show how communities, businesses, schools and essential institutions in Florida are finding ways to reopen, recover and move forward.
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Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa-Based Prepared Meal Company Now 2nd Largest In America
Ten years ago, Fitlife Foods started as a single store in Tampa with a kitchen in the back.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Carrollwood-Northdale, FL|News|
The Show Must Go On At The Carrollwood Cultural Center
A cultural arts center in Hillsborough County has remained a community asset throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Dunedin, FL|News|
Couple Brews Up A Business Following Their Retirement In Dunedin
Jerome and MaryLu Gaughan opened Beach Island Brewery five weeks ago, Dunedin's 10th craft brewery.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Ybor City Selfie Studio A Labor Of Love For Mother-Daughter Team
A mother and daughter have made their dream of opening a business together a reality despite hurdles during the coronavirus pandemic.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Aspirations Winery Reopens Tasting Room May 12 With New Attitude
The tasting room will feature local brews, entertainment and a focus on raising funds for nonprofits.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Orlando, FL|News|
Disney World To Require Masks Despite FL Governor Ending Mandates
Disney World will continue to follow CDC guidelines​, which recommend face masks, although Florida's governor has lifted mask mandates.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Airport Takes Off Following Pandemic; Celebrates 50 Years
It’s been a year-long bumpy road to recovery but officials at Tampa International Airport said air travel is making a comeback.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
After Losing Mother To COVID-19, Sarasota Woman Hosts Bridge Walk
Michele Tanner plans to walk across the Ringling Bridge Sunday to honor the 1-year anniversary of her mother’s death. All are welcome.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Food, Drink Tours Share Downtown Culture And Winter Haven Dining
A newly launched food tour company in Winter Haven allows locals to discover new food in the area and the history of downtown.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tourism Officials Protest Use Of Hotel Tax Money To Ease Flooding
Senate Bill 2008 aims to use Florida's tourist development tax money to mitigate flooding issues but industry leaders object to the change.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Do You Support A Vaccine Passport In Florida? Take Our Survey
Are you in favor of or against requiring individuals to show that they have been vaccinated against or have tested negative for COVID-19?
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Tarpon Springs, FL|News|
Fledgling FL Microbrewery Wins National Honors Amid Pandemic
Ramey Simpson and Jerry Brown were surprised to win a silver medal in the Imperial Stout Category at the Great American Beer Festival.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
New Port Richey, FL|News|
In The Midst Of Pandemic, New Port Richey Artists Find Help
Lis's Pieces Boutique Art and Craft Walk featuring more than 60 artists and craftsmen will take place Saturday from noon to 8 p.m.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
COVID-19 Memorial In St. Pete Helps Loved Ones Mourn
The more than 30,000 ribbons outside the Morean Center for Clay represent a life lost in Florida to COVID-19.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Call For Artists' Submissions At The Studio@620, 'Fresh Start'
Some people have turned to art to cope with the pandemic this past year. The Studio@620 will focus this art in its upcoming exhibit.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Floridians Split On DeSantis’ COVID-19 Pandemic Response: Survey
According to a Florida Patch survey, 57 percent of respondents gave the governor low marks for his coronavirus response, vaccine rollout.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Former Centro Ybor Movie Theater Transitions Into Coworking Space
The AMC Classic Centro Ybor 10 movie theater, which closed in 2015, has been reborn as a new coworking space by Industrious.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
FL: Check When New Coronavirus Stimulus Money Arrives
Some FL residents have the latest stimulus payment. Plug your information into this IRS website to find out when the third round arrives.
Deb Belt, Patch Staff
Tarpon Springs, FL|News|
Tarpon Springs Businesses Plead For Return Of Tourism Events
Businesses say it's time for the city to resume events that will attract tourism.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Soul Food Restaurant To Be Featured On Food Network
After being rescued by Food Network's "Restaurant: Impossible,"​ Mr. B's Southern Cuisine in Tampa will host a grand reopening Wednesday.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Floridians Share Their Pandemic Habits One Year Later: Survey
Patch asked FL readers to share how they shop, socialize and travel one year into the pandemic. Guess where they're most comfortable going?
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa-Based Meal Kit Company Gives 22,000 Meals To Needy Families
After donating more than 22,000 meals to Feeding Tampa Bay​ last year, Tampa-based meal kit company, Chef Ami, has vowed to double that.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Farmers Will Need Billions In Loans In 2021: Lakeland Lender
AgAmerica, a national lending institution focused on ranchers and farmers, is helping farmers in financial crisis due to the pandemic.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Loss And Coping Amid The Numbers: Coronavirus In FL A Year Later
Monday marked the one-year anniversary of the first COVID-19 cases in FL. Here’s a look at jobs and lives lost, and how we got through it.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Pups Pub Offers Indoor Venue For Pets, People To Socialize
The Pups Pub pup control staff is on hand to check in pets and people, sell memberships, clean up accidents and keep it friendly.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Pinellas Beaches, FL|News|
Single Mom Gets Ultimate Valentine's Day Gift: A New Home
Tiffany Danh became the 661st recipient of a home from Habitat of Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Show Your Love By Contributing To Fresh Kitchen's Community Mural
Showing some love for the Tampa Bay community this Valentine’s Day, Fresh Kitchen is inviting guests to help create a mural.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Joyland Country Music Club Moving To New Location
The local country music landmark will relocate to the University Town Center area in Manatee County.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Tampa Artist Chosen To Create Gift Of Peace, Unity For NFL Owners
Every year, the NFL recognizes, honors and celebrates the contributions of its 75 NFL team owners with a gift following the Super Bowl.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
3 Tampa Bay Small Businesses Are Recovering Thanks To Verizon
The Big Concert For Small Business​ will stream on Verizon's Twitter, TikTok, Twitch and YouTube channels.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Jazz Trio Returns To Music In An Uncertain Pandemic World
Some musicians are starting to find work again after going many months without gigs due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Lakeland, FL|News|
Polk County Youth Fair Will Be Mostly Virtual
Polk County Public School will limit its involvement in the upcoming Youth Fair for coronavirus safety precautions.
Skyla Luckey, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Nigerian Immigrant Launches Home Clean Heroes In Tampa Bay Feb. 1
After earning a doctorate and obtaining corporate success, Nigerian immigrant Adeola Shabiyi is focused on achieving the American dream.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|News|
Clearwater Foodies Can Continue To Enjoy Extended Outdoor Dining
The city of Clearwater is extending the closure of a portion of Cleveland Street in downtown Clearwater​ through April 16.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Clearwater, FL|Press Release|
Nigerian Immigrant Launches Home Clean Heroes In Tampa Bay Feb. 1
After earning a doctorate and obtaining corporate success, Nigerian immigrant Adeola Shabiyi is focused on achieving the American dream.
Tampa, FL|News|
'I'm Terrified,' Says Tampa Bay Teacher As Coronavirus Rates Rise
Teachers say they're afraid of contracting coronavirus in the classroom but have no choice but to return to school.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
Island Fin Poke Bringing 20 New Restaurants To Tampa Bay
Island Fin Poke is a build-your-own poke bowl concept specializing in farm-to-fork, locally and responsibly sourced ingredients.
D'Ann Lawrence White, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
Want A Coronavirus Vaccine In Miami-Dade? Here's How To Get One
Jackson Health System, Mount Sinai Medical Center and Miami-Dade County will begin offering coronavirus vaccinations the week of Jan. 4.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
Sarasota, FL|News|
Finding Our Way Forward: Drag Queens, Artsy Masks, Food Giveaways
Despite the coronavirus pandemic, Florida residents found inventive ways to keep going and lift up their communities.
Tiffany Razzano, Patch Staff
