In the predawn hours of November 30, 1905, Arcadia’s downtown was reduced to embers. A fire sparked in the rear of a restaurant roared across 42 buildings in just two hours, gutting the heart of town. Telegraph lines melted, storefronts collapsed, and the Arcadia News printed its last edition, at least for a while.
If you happen to be a long-time reader of this column, it seems doubtless you’ve heard me refer to the Manatee County Planning Commission as a rubber stamp for the development community. In …
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Education Issues Committee observes the Manatee County School Board meetings for items of interest to citizens and the League and notes adherence, or lack …
Sarasota and Manatee counties’ school districts have shut the door on Schools of Hope charter operators seeking space inside public campuses—for now. Both districts denied the Nov. …
This is the time of year, many of us go searching for something. We look for good deals on Black Friday and beyond. We hunt for a good place to hide the gifts we’ve acquired for our family and …
Manatee County Commissioners will receive a staff update next week concerning the plans for the “Cortez Marina” redevelopment project. A community group of Cortez …
Florida’s state and local tax structure makes Florida an excellent place to be an affluent retiree or a wealthy investor, but not so great for working families or young couples starting …
December 15 is National Bill of Rights Day. The Bill of Rights, ratified in 1791, comprises the first ten amendments to the Constitution and secures our most fundamental liberties, including freedom …
Staying informed in a fast-moving world isn’t optional anymore — especially when it comes to your community. For residents of Manatee County, local updates shape everything from traffic …
Staying informed has never mattered more. Whether you’re tracking daily Bradenton weather conditions, following breaking Bradenton news , or monitoring important changes happening across …
Staying informed has become a daily necessity, especially in a fast-growing region like Manatee County. With new developments, local elections, schools in session, and rapid population growth, …
In every thriving community, reliable local news plays a crucial role. It shapes public understanding, keeps residents informed, and provides essential oversight over local government, schools, and …
Over the past week, red tide was observed in 25 samples from Northwest Florida. Bloom concentrations (>100,000 cells/liter) were observed in four samples. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF …
The Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport looks to be once again attempting to sell some of its land to New College of Florida. The Federal Aviation Administration blocked a previous attempt last …
Baseball’s Winter Meeting has concluded in Orlando, Florida. Deals that Pirates’ General Manager Ben Cherington may have wanted to complete but didn’t, or ongoing conversations with …
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday night that aims to preempt states from enacting rules governing artificial …
Imagine producing and promoting over 6,000 concerts featuring artists such as Bruce Springsteen, Bob Marley, Guns N' Roses, Eric Clapton, Elton John, and more. Rich Engler of Pittsburgh, PA, …
Stories you may have missed this week include the Trump administration pressing the ICC for immunity from potential war crimes, OpenAI is being sued after a chatbot played a role in a tech exec murdering his mom, a major deal between OpenAI and Disney, and another significant ruling in the Kilmar Abrego Garcia case.
Christmas in Cortez returns to the historic Cortez fishing village on Saturday, December 13 from 12-3 pm. This free family event offers opportunities to meet Santa, play games, make crafts, bounce in …
Bat City Comic Professionals and Central Cafe will host the Old Manatee Holiday Candlelight Stroll on Saturday, December 20, from 5-9 p.m. Experience an old-fashioned holiday …