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New location marks 6 (and counting) for BoCF

New location marks 6 (and counting) for Bank of Central Florida
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A render of the new Bank of Central Florida location.
The new office is the second location in the TBAY area. | Image provided by Bank of Central Florida
Bank of Central Florida is making money moves.

The local biz just celebrated the grand opening of its newest office in South Tampa Bay — its first-ever location built from the ground up + its sixth office overall.

Here’s what you need to know about this milestone two and a half years in the making:

🖼️ A nod to the neighborhood

The sleek, modern building will act as a new community hub in TBAY’s vibrant SoHo district, offering convenient access to customized banking solutions for local biz owners and customers. It also features historic images throughout the space in honor of the neighborhood’s rich heritage.

Plus, since we all know convenience is the name of the game in banking, it includes all the handy features you need for a quick visit, like a two-lane drive-thru and spacious parking lot.

You’ll also find a full team of friendly Relationship Managers on hand + ready to assist with everything from retirement planning and personal loans to business funding and lines of credit.

🔑 Growing in key communities

The new office also represents a major milestone in the Bank’s Vision 2025 Strategy, which aims to expand its presence along the key I-4 corridor from Orlando to Tampa.

From helping a diesel engine repair shop rev up operations to riding waves of growth alongside JL Marine Systems, Bank of Central Florida has helped countless small businesses along I-4 since opening its doors in 2007.

The key to their success? An unending commitment to personalized, client-first relationships.

🏦 Built for better banking

If you’re looking to elevate your banking experience, stop by the new space or connect with a local Relationship Manager near you.

Pro tip: You can also find resources, tutorials, and personal + commercial service info on the Bank of Central Florida website.
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Events
Tuesday, Sept. 10
  • La Lucha | Tuesday, Sept. 10 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | The James Museum, St. Petersburg | $10 | Head to the museum of Western art for a night of Latin-inspired rhythms.
  • “12 Trips in 12 Months” | Tuesday, Sept. 10 | 7-8 p.m. | Tombolo Books | Free with reservation | Bestselling author and travel journalist Jen Ruiz shares from her latest book detailing her year of incredible solo travel.
  • Pickleball 101 | Tuesday, Sept. 10 | Bartlett Park, St. Petersburg | Free | Let the folks from Get Fit Healthy St. Pete help you start your pickleball journey — registration required.
Wednesday, Sept. 11
  • “The Guys” | Wednesday, Sept. 11 | 7 p.m. | The Straz Center for the Performing Arts | Call to book | This performance benefiting the Tampa Firefighters Museum follows an NYC editor and FDNY captain in the days after 9/11.
Thursday, Sept. 12
  • Elase Med Spa South Tampa Grand Opening | Thursday, Sept. 12 | 5-8 p.m. | Elase Med Spa South Tampa | Free with reservation | Check out live demos, get a free consultation, and pick up skincare goodie bags and eats.
Friday, Sept. 13
  • Eric D’Alessandro | Friday, Sept. 13 | 7:30 p.m. | Jaeb Theater, Tampa | $46+ | End the week with some laughs at the comedian’s show featuring characters, celebrity impressions, and parody songs.
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News Notes
Eat
  • We’re getting a new restaurant at Rattlesnake Point. Renowned TBAY chef Chris Ponte + Outback cofounder Bob Basham announced plans for a waterfront eatery next to Salt Shack on the Bay. The concept is still in the development phase, but we know it will serve seafood. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Announced
  • Bavaro’s just bought a slice of Gulf Coast Sourdough. The company bought the local bread company’s wholesale business and Sulphur Springs bakery. Plans include renaming the brand + opening an Italian market at the bakery. Don’t fret, Gulf Coast will keep its North Florida Avenue shop. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Development
  • Downtown St. Pete’s Morean Arts Center is gearing up for a transformation. Pinellas County commissioners recently voted to push forward a request to use $15 million in tourist tax funding for the new five-story building. The project is estimated to cost $30 million + will house the Chihuly Collection. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Drink
  • Dirty soda? Yes please. TikTok-famous soda brand Swig recently announced plans to open TBAY locations. The Utah-based company serves up classic sodas juiced up with half and half, toffee, coconut, and much, much more. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Community
  • Last week’s deluge of rain serves as a good reminder to stock up on sandbags. The City of St. Pete is handing out up to 10 free sandbags per resident this Saturday, Sept. 14 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the the Pavement and Traffic Operations Building. (I Love the Burg)
Transit
  • The Brightline expansion to Tampa is coming — eventually. One local rail expert told the Hillsborough Transportation Planning Organization it will likely be a decade before the passenger rail comes to Tampa, saying multiple projects need to be finished first. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Real Estate
  • Big changes could be coming to St. Petersburg’s Warehouse Arts District. City councilmembers may approve new zoning changes to allow more multifamily development in the neighborhood. Leaders will give a final vote on the changes on Thursday, Sept. 12. (Tampa Bay Business Journal)
Number
  • $1 billion. That’s how much taxable hotel revenue Tampa Bay escapes exceeded during this fiscal year. It’s the second year in row the revenue has surpassed $1 billion. (That’s So Tampa)
Edu
  • What would the Raiders do with some extra cash? Plant City High School is in the running for T-Mobile’s Friday Night 5G Lights contest. Rally on social media and tag @thetbaytoday so we can give you a boost — or encourage school officials to foster friendly competition by registering your own school.
Sports
  • Check in on the Rays’ fall training. Get game coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Tampa Bay Rays with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
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    Festivals

    Ready to rock out at Ray Jay?

    Raymond James just announced a massive country music festival
    A helicopter flies over Raymond James Stadium before Super Bowl LV. Tampa's skyline is visible in the background.
    Imagine Ray Jay packed with country music fans. | Photo by US Customs and Border Protection
    Y’all are gonna wanna pull out your Tecovas for this one.

    Raymond James Stadium will host a boot stompin’, three-day country music festival next May. Leaders announced the news on social media, branding Ray Jay as “Tampa Bay’s home of country music in 2025.”

    Wait, you can’t buy tickets yet. The festival’s name, lineup, and brand have not yet been announced. Organizers say to watch out for an announcement soon.

    “Fans will need to brace themselves for a superstar lineup when one of North America’s most beloved music festival brands makes Tampa its new home,” the social media post reads.

    But that doesn’t mean we can’t speculate in the meantime. What artists would you like to see headline? Drop your guesses.
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    About 68% of our readers joined me in saying they’re more of a walker. I’ve never felt so validated. Another ~16% of folks said they only run when forced. Right on.

    However, some of our readers do hoof it quite often, with ~10% saying they run pretty regularly. And finally, a solid 5% of our readers say they represent the turkey trot community.

    On another note, I did in fact lace up my pink Hokas and hit the ground walking with Pinellas Run Club last week. Take a peek at my experience + meet some of the wonderful, welcoming runners.
     
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