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Meet Gregg Hill: The Winter Park Investor Behind One of the Nation’s Top Venture Capital Firms

With an office on Park Avenue in downtown Winter Park, Parkway Venture Capital is more than an investment firm. It is a partner to some of the most successful and ambitious technology companies in the world, from humanoid robotics to fusion energy. Co-founded in 2019 by Gregg Hill and Jesse Coors-Blankenship, the firm is headquartered in New York and built on concentrated, high-conviction investments and hands-on support for the founders it backs.

Winter Park, FL · 8d
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Southern Tire Mart Eyes 45,000-Square-Foot Apopka Development as Central Florida Commercial Real Estate Expands

A proposed 45,000-square-foot Southern Tire Mart facility in Apopka, Florida, is drawing attention to the growing importance of automotive services, commercial trucking infrastructure, and transportation-oriented real estate across Central Florida. The proposed development, located at 1291 South Orange Blossom Trail, would accommodate tire services for passenger vehicles and semi-trucks, representing a substantial commercial investment along …

Apopka, FL · 7d

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British Blinds Maker Louvolite Picks Apopka for First-Ever U.S. Operation

102 Semoran Commerce Pl. — Approximate Site of Louvolite U.S. Facility. A window-covering manufacturer founded above a butcher's shop in England more than five decades ago has picked Apopka for its first-ever operation on American soil. Louvolite has acquired a 55,390-square-foot facility at 102 Semoran Commerce Place, a $7.5 million capital investment that currently supports 15 jobs, with plans to grow that number to 50 in the coming years.

Apopka, FL · 8d
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Paychecks for Patriots job fair set for Nov. 10 in Orlando

CareerSource Central Florida hosts its Paychecks for Patriots job fair on Nov. 10 at Orange Technical College in Orlando.

Orlando, FL · 7d

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Truffles and Trifles Closing After 40 Years in College Park

After 40 years of bringing Orlando together around the table, longtime College Park cooking school Truffles and Trifles will close at the end of 2026. Founder Marci Arthur, who opened the business in March 1986, announced the decision in a heartfelt farewell, explaining that at 84 years old, it’s time for a change.

Orlando, FL · 8d

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World's largest Build-A-Bear Workshop comes to Orlando

Orlando is now home to the world's largest Build-A-Bear Workshop. Located at ICON Park, the multi-level store features themed shopping areas, a bake shop and a new Design Studio. FOX 35's David Martin gives us a preview before the grand opening.

Orlando, FL · 8d

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MAX POWER Aerospace Expo and Air Show to Launch at Kennedy Space Center November 6

Central Florida’s aerospace industry will take center stage as MAX POWER, a new aerospace expo and air show, launches Friday, November 6, at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center in Merritt Island. The event brings together the aerospace community, industry innovators, and space enthusiasts for a series of activities highlighting...

Merritt Island, FL · 10d

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Galloway Company's Tim Galloway Joins the 2026 Candy Hall of Fame

Behind every candy bar, pie filling and pumpable dessert syrup is an ingredient supplier most consumers never think about. On Oct. 24, 2026, in Orlando, one of those quiet operators got a very public salute: Tim Galloway, longtime leader of Wisconsin's Galloway Company, was inducted into the Candy Hall of Fame Class of 2026.

Orlando, FL · 10d

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Attention East Orange County shoppers: Trader Joe’s opens Thursday in Waterford Lakes

ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Trader Joe’s latest Central Florida location opens Thursday. The specialty grocer with a cult following is opening its third Orange County store in Waterford Lakes, at 1444 North Alafaya Trail. The location used to be a Party City store. Trader Joe’s already has stores...

Orange County, FL · 9d

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Muirfield Breaks Ground on Orlando-Area Opportunity Zone Multifamily Development

Muirfield Development has started construction on Gateway Osceola, a 252-unit multifamily community in Osceola County, Fla., in the Kissimmee area. Completion of the Greater Orlando community is slated for summer 2028. The four-story development is being built on about 12 acres, and will offer a mix of one-, two- and...

Osceola County, FL · 10d

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Aldi opening 2 Florida stores Oct. 29, 3 more in November

Discount grocery giant Aldi continues its Florida invasion, with five more Florida stores coming in the next few weeks to help stretch your shopping dollars . Stores in Madison and Zephyrhills open Thursday, Oct. 29, while more locations in Longwood, Sebring, and Tavares open Nov. 12. At each grand opening, the first 200 customers in line will get a Golden Ticket that could be worth up to $100, and an eco-friendly bag full of Aldi goodies. For the rest of the day, anyone can get a free Aldi shopping tote bag while supplies last. Doors open at 9 a.m., but the grand openings are generally at 8:45 a.m. Shop Aldi with Instacart Counting these locations, there will soon be 355 Aldi stores in Florida , more than in any other state. The German-owned chain has opened about 60 new locations here this year, on top of 60 in 2025, as part of its goal to reach 3,200 stores nationwide by the end of 2028. New Aldi stores opening in Florida Oct. 29 - Madison , at 729 West Base Street Oct. 29 - Zephyrhills , at 38901 County Road 54 Nov. 12 - Longwood , at 951 West State Road

Florida · 15d

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RoseArts District breaks ground on Phase 1

One of the biggest housing developments in Central Florida is underway. City officials, community representatives and members of the developer team gathered in late September to break ground on Phase 1 of the RoseArts District, located in the Rosemont neighborhood, just north of the Packing District. In total, the 128-acre...

Orlando, FL · 9d

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The Massive Central Florida Antique Market Where Treasure Hunters Spend Hours Browsing

A single Central Florida market tells summer shoppers to bring their own boxes, because a good haul gets heavy fast. That tip alone tells you how this place operates. Over 180 dealer booths sit inside one air-conditioned antique building. Outside, hundreds more vendors spread across the property selling everything from Depression-era glass to fresh produce.

Central Florida, FL · 10d

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Built Different Brands Places a 36-Unit Bet on Birria, Bringing Mike’s Red Tacos to Florida

Built Different Brands has signed a 36-unit development agreement to bring Mike's Red Tacos — the San Diego-born birria fast-casual concept — to Florida, the two companies announced October 27. CEO Kal Gullapalli, who leads a platform of more than 80 franchise locations spanning Dave's Hot Chicken, Marco's Pizza, and PopUp Bagels, will develop the brand across the greater Tampa and Orlando markets and along the state's East Coast corridor. The first location is planned for 2027.

Florida · 9d

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Orange County water and wastewater system earns top AAA bond ratings

S&P Global Ratings and Fitch Ratings awarded AAA ratings to Orange County’s Series 2026 Water and Wastewater Utility Revenue Bonds, citing the system’s exceptionally strong financial profile, according to a county release. The ratings followed extensive information requests and follow-up discussions with county officials and their advisers. Both agencies also reaffirmed AAA ratings on the water utility system’s existing outstanding debt.

Orange County, FL · 9d

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Mosaic is laying off Florida workers due to a global sulfur shortage. Iran conflict is to blame

Tampa fertilizer giant Mosaic announced this month it is laying off 199 employees in Central Florida as it scales back production due to a global spike in sulfur prices. Mosaic, one of the largest phosphate fertilizer suppliers in the country, will lay off staff at its South Fort Meade facility in December, according to a notice filed with the Florida Department of Commerce. A team will stay at the facility to maintain the site.

Florida · 13d

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Brightline Parent Company Files for Chapter 11 With $4.4 Billion in Debt but Says the Miami to Orlando Trains Will Keep Running as Usual

If you have ever dreamed of skipping the Florida interstate and gliding between Miami and Orlando...

Orlando, FL · 13d

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Miss A to Open its First Orlando Store

Miss A is preparing to open its first store in Orlando. According to the cruelty-free cosmetics, skin care, and accessories brand’s website, the new Miss A store is “coming soon” to Orlando and is expected to open in Altamonte Springs within the Altamonte Mall at 451 East Altamonte Drive.

Orlando, FL · 12d

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Publix Liquors Expanding Into Winter Park's Hollieanna Shopping Center Next Door

Publix is moving to add a liquor store right next door to its grocery store at the Hollieanna Shopping Center in Winter Park, filing for a permit to expand into a vacant space that once housed a nail salon. The grocery chain has not announced an exact opening date, though the project points toward a buildout in the shopping center's southwest corner at Fairbanks and Orlando avenues.

Winter Park, FL · 12d

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Joby Launches Electric Air Taxi Flights Across Florida Under FAA eVTOL Pilot Program

Joby Aviation has launched a week-long series of piloted electric air taxi flights across Florida, demonstrating its electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft in Tampa Bay, Orlando and the Space Coast as part of the Federal Aviation Administration’s Advanced Air Mobility integration efforts. The Joby Florida eVTOL air...

Florida · 10d