The Florida House of Representatives unanimously approved a scaled-back bill Wednesday to create a special district around the booming University Town Center area — a proposal that would still …
Officials in Florida — a state with a 500-year-old Spanish name — recently announced that they would require everyone taking a driving test to do so in English only . I wish the folks in charge …
It's been a wild week, during which the mainstream media has mostly spent its time with pro-war propaganda, so here are a few stories you may have missed.
In what feels like one of the most hotly contested Oscar races in recent memory, I’m finding myself more excited for the 98th Annual Academy Awards than I have any right to be. Don’t get me …
Mitch Keller is an All-Star pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Drafted by the Pirates in the second round of the 2014 MLB Draft, he made his MLB debut on May 27, 2019.
At the Busch Gardens Tampa Bay Food, Wine & Garden Festival, guests can sip and savor their way through flavorful eats and mouthwatering treats while experiencing the park’s …
Betty Jean Beveridge, age 91, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2026. Betty was born Betty Jean Wecker on August 6, 1934, in St. Louis, Missouri. As a young woman, her family moved to The Hill, the …
Phyllis Ann Rubinovitz passed away on March 2, 2026, at the age of 93. Born on August 8, 1932, in Manchester, Connecticut, Phyllis was a resident of Longboat Key, Florida.
Anastasia Margarita Lewis, born on February 26, 2026, graced this world for a brief moment before departing the earth on the same day. Though her time was remarkably short, Anastasia's life was …
Elaine Fett, born on October 15, 1941, in Duluth, Minnesota, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026. She lived a full and vibrant, touching the of those around her with her kindness, generosity, …
Germaine Mary Burgett, 72, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on February 24, 2026, in Tampa after a long illness. Germaine was born April 7, 1953, to Edmund F. and Germaine (Bliss) Roche in Newport, …
Dr. Linda A. Kam, a pediatrician whose compassionate care and innovative work left an indelible mark on the field of developmental and behavioral pediatrics, passed away peacefully due to natural …
Rita Ann Arseneau, a beacon of love and laughter, passed away peacefully on February 27, 2026, in Bradenton, Florida, after a brief struggle with cancer. Born on October 27, 1945, in Buffalo, New …
Lane Carl Kalous, passed away at the age of 61, in Palmetto, Florida, on February 27, 2026. Lane's love of a beautiful sunset was known to his family and friends. He had a passion for gardening …
Mrs. Paula (Caminiti) Agule, 85, passed away peacefully on February 28, 2026, in Myakka City, Florida. Born on December 1, 1940, in Stamford, Connecticut, Paula was the beloved daughter of Anthony …
Jordan Louis Nicotra, a brilliant light in the lives of all who knew him, left this world too soon on March 1, 2026, following a sudden cardiac event in Brandon, Florida. Born on October 21, 1993, in …
Michael C. Norton, known affectionately as Mike to his friends and family, was called home to be with the Lord on March 1, 2026, after a valiant battle with a long-term illness. Born in Columbus, …
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Government Committee observes Manatee County Commission meetings for items of interest to citizens and the League, and notes adherence to, or lack of …
Manatee County is proud to announce the kickoff of the new Mixon Farms Market, launching Sunday, March 15, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Mixon Farms, 2525 27th Street East, Bradenton, FL …
A new survey of the Florida gubernatorial and U.S. Senate races slated for this fall shows Republicans Byron Donalds and Ashley Moody with single-digit leads over their top potential Democratic …