Tallahassee Business News
BUSINESS NEWS
Tallahassee Restaurants Adapt to Seasonal Lulls
News Summary Local dining establishments in Tallahassee are facing a decline in customer foot traffic as the spring season ends. Restaurants like JoEllen’s and Hayward House are innovating to engage...
Decline in Construction Permits and Immigration Enforcement in Tallahassee
News Summary Tallahassee has seen a significant drop in single-family construction permits, falling by 30.3% in May compared to last year, with only 46 permits issued. The value of these...
Bethany Corum Becomes First Female President of Capital City Bank
News Summary Capital City Bank announces the appointment of Bethany Corum as its first female president, set to take office on July 1, 2025. Corum, who has been with the...
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare Announces Leadership Transition
News Summary Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare is initiating a new executive leadership structure effective June 1, 2025, aimed at becoming a more comprehensive regional health system. CEO Mark O’Bryant remains at...
Lake City Considers Expanding Community Development Agency Borders
News Summary Lake City is evaluating a potential expansion of its Community Development Agency (CRA) borders to enhance local development efforts. The proposed expansion includes areas adjacent to the existing...
Lively Technical College Graduation Inspires Entrepreneurship
News Summary During the recent graduation ceremony at Lively Technical College, Leon County School Board Member Darryl Jones encouraged graduates to embrace entrepreneurship and community engagement. He highlighted the significance...
Lake City Advances with Fountain Removal and Cycling Event
News Summary The City of Lake City has begun the removal of a leaking fountain in Olustee Park, with plans to possibly reconstruct it at a new location. Meanwhile, a...
Bradfordville Begins Construction on The Bradbury Apartments
News Summary Mesa Capital Partners has initiated construction on The Bradbury at Bannerman Village in Bradfordville, addressing the rising demand for rental housing. The development will feature various amenities and...
Tallahassee Welcomes the Req Room: A New Creative Hub
News Summary The Req Room in Tallahassee recently opened, providing a dynamic space for artists and events. Catering to various activities, it supports the community and local talent with affordable...
Finance
Bethany Corum Becomes First Female President of Capital City Bank
News Summary Capital City Bank announces the appointment of Bethany Corum as its first female president, set to take office on July 1, 2025. Corum, who has been with the...
Leon County Residents Face Increased Fire Service Fees
News Summary Leon County may see a $39 increase in fire service fees for unincorporated areas following a recent commission meeting. The proposal, stemming from a request by the City...
Tallahassee to Boost Air Service with Financial Incentives
News Summary Tallahassee officials are set to introduce a financial incentive program for the Tallahassee International Airport to enhance air service starting in 2026. The initiative, which allocates $670,000 annually,...
MIDFLORIDA Credit Union to Acquire Prime Meridian Bank
News Summary Tallahassee residents, brace for change as MIDFLORIDA Credit Union announces its plan to acquire Prime Meridian Bank. With this merger, MIDFLORIDA aims to enhance banking services in the...
Tallahassee’s Business Community Prepares for Leadership Change
News Summary Sue Dick, the influential President and CEO of the Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce, has announced her resignation effective December 2025. After 25 years of transformative leadership, her...
Tallahassee Ranks Among Top US Metro Areas for Economy
News Summary Tallahassee has been recognized as one of the top five metro areas in the US for economic strength and competitiveness for the second year in a row. According...
Lake City Transitions to Subscription-Based News Model
News Summary Starting March 13, 2025, the Lake City Reporter will implement a subscription-based model for premium content. This change aims to enhance local news coverage and engage readers more...
Tallahassee’s Economic Recognition: A Positive Shift
News Summary Tallahassee has once again been acknowledged for its economic strength, ranking second in the South Atlantic Region and fourth nationally among metropolitan areas. The Tallahassee MSA’s impressive rise...
Lake City Council Meeting Showcases Community Engagement
News Summary Recently, Lake City held a lively council meeting that energized the community. Key highlights included a proposal for a new state lobbyist, youth engagement exemplified by local scouts,...
CONSTRUCTION
Decline in Construction Permits and Immigration Enforcement in Tallahassee
News Summary Tallahassee has seen a significant drop in single-family construction permits, falling by 30.3% in May compared to last year, with only 46 permits issued. The value of these...
Tallahassee City Commission Approves Grocery Store Contract
News Summary The City Commission of Tallahassee is set to award a construction contract for the Griffin Heights Grocery Store to Tip Top Construction. This contract, valued at over $1.2...
Tallahassee to Award Contract for Griffin Heights Grocery Store
News Summary Tallahassee is set to award a construction contract for the much-anticipated Griffin Heights Grocery Store, aiming to improve community access to healthy food options. The project, with an...
City of Tallahassee Approves Construction of Grocery Store
News Summary The City Commission of Tallahassee is set to award a construction contract to Tip Top Construction for the new Griffin Heights Grocery Store. This project, aimed at enhancing...
Leon County’s Housing Market Shows Signs of Struggle
News Summary Leon County’s housing market experienced a slight increase in construction permits in March 2025, with 46 permits issued, marking a 4.5% rise from last year. However, this uptick...
Tallahassee Experiences 40% Drop in New Construction Permits for November 2024
Tallahassee Sees Sharp Decline in New Construction Permits for November 2024 In Tallahassee, Florida, the housing market has taken a noticeable hit this past month. According to recent filings with...
Tallahassee Businesses Unite in Strategic Merger to Enhance Local Services
Tallahassee Businesses Join Forces in Significant Merger Tallahassee, Florida – In a significant development for the local business community, MillerWorks has announced its acquisition of Kelly Sheet Metal Inc., a...
Marketing
Tallahassee Restaurants Adapt to Seasonal Lulls
News Summary Local dining establishments in Tallahassee are facing a decline in customer foot traffic as the spring season ends. Restaurants like JoEllen’s and Hayward House are innovating to engage...
Taproot Agency Celebrates 20 Years of Marketing Success
News Summary The Taproot Agency, founded in 2003, is set to celebrate its 20th anniversary next month. From humble beginnings in a garage to a respected agency with a solid...
Tallahassee’s Urban Development Plan Gains Momentum
News Summary Tallahassee is actively working on a comprehensive urban development plan, focusing on community feedback, housing solutions, and urban forestry management. Local commissioners are divided over the timeline for...
Real Estate
Decline in Construction Permits and Immigration Enforcement in Tallahassee
News Summary Tallahassee has seen a significant drop in single-family construction permits, falling by 30.3% in May compared to last year, with only 46 permits issued. The value of these...
Lake City Considers Expanding Community Development Agency Borders
News Summary Lake City is evaluating a potential expansion of its Community Development Agency (CRA) borders to enhance local development efforts. The proposed expansion includes areas adjacent to the existing...
Bradfordville Begins Construction on The Bradbury Apartments
News Summary Mesa Capital Partners has initiated construction on The Bradbury at Bannerman Village in Bradfordville, addressing the rising demand for rental housing. The development will feature various amenities and...
Leon County Residents Face Increased Fire Service Fees
News Summary Leon County may see a $39 increase in fire service fees for unincorporated areas following a recent commission meeting. The proposal, stemming from a request by the City...
Average Apartment Sizes in the U.S. Continue to Rise
News Summary In 2024, the average size of new apartments in the U.S. increased to 908 square feet, up from 903 in 2023. Southern states, especially Florida, are leading this...
Leon County’s Housing Market Shows Signs of Struggle
News Summary Leon County’s housing market experienced a slight increase in construction permits in March 2025, with 46 permits issued, marking a 4.5% rise from last year. However, this uptick...
Tallahassee’s Commercial Real Estate Market Shows Resilience
News Summary Despite economic uncertainty, Tallahassee’s commercial real estate market remains dynamic, with ongoing developments and a notable demand for retail and office spaces. Key metrics, such as the virtually...
Tallahassee’s Economic Recognition: A Positive Shift
News Summary Tallahassee has once again been acknowledged for its economic strength, ranking second in the South Atlantic Region and fourth nationally among metropolitan areas. The Tallahassee MSA’s impressive rise...
Tallahassee’s Housing Market Experiences Notable Growth
News Summary The housing market in Tallahassee has seen a remarkable surge in sales, with a 10.1% increase in single-family home sales for January 2025 compared to the previous year....
