Manatee County Commissioners unanimously upheld a staff determination that the 1,204-acre Pomelo Bluff property in Myakka does not qualify as "contiguous and conterminous" …
Since the 1880s we’ve referred to dopey people as birdbrains . I contend it’s a misnomer. Birds are actually pretty smart – think about how far they migrate without any access to …
Over the past week, red tide was observed in 16 samples collected from Northwest Florida and Florida’s East Coast. Bloom concentrations (>100,000 cells/liter) were present in five …
SARASOTA — Catholic Mass will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Veterans Day at the Sarasota National Cemetery. Celebrated by the Diocese of Venice, the opening ceremonies will begin at 2:45 p.m. All are …
A year ago, George H. Boyd shot and killed his neighbor’s pet cat. On Tuesday, Boyd was convicted of felony Aggravated Animal Cruelty, a crime that carries a maximum possible …
The Pittsburgh Pirates know what a “baseball unicorn” they have in Konnor Griffin. Recently, the Pirates announced their minor league organizational award winners. By no surprise to …
The task force charged with assessing State University System efficiencies released a 26-page report that found the University of Central Florida, the school with the largest enrollment, had the lowest cost to produce a degree from start to finish at $46,548, while New College of Florida had the highest at $494,715. New College has the fewest students in the state university system.
It was another week of non-stop news that was nearly impossible to keep up with. Stories I was unable to get to include a deal to make some obesity drugs more affordable, a federal judge issuing a …
Scott Cooper began his illustrious career as an indie film director with Crazy Heart, an adaptation of a country-music novel that earned Jeff Bridges his first Oscar. He then enjoyed a successful …
WASHINGTON — U.S. House Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, who made history as the first woman to hold the speaker’s gavel, announced Thursday she will retire, ending a 40-year legislative …
The European Holiday Market returns to the Bradenton Area Convention Center, December 4-7, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., bringing old-world charm to Florida’s west coast. The …
Since kicking his career off at the age of 12, Joe Bonamassa has not only evolved into a top-notch vocalist/guitarist/songwriter, but has earned a place as a respected steward of the blues. Beyond …
U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said Wednesday the Federal Aviation Administration would restrict air travel in 40 “high-traffic” areas of the country to relieve pressure on air …
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, or lack of …
Willie Gus Cunningham of St. Petersburg, Florida was born on November 15, 1934, in Bainbridge, GA to the late Wallace and Rebecca Cunningham. He was the third of four children, who all preceded him …
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Robert "Bob" Perry Hyatt on October 18, 2025, at the age of 92. Bob was raised on the Cherokee Indian Reservation in western North Carolina, a unique …
Linda Ann McCloughan, 85 of Bradenton, Florida, passed away peacefully at her home on Monday, November 3, 2025. She was born in Doylestown, PA on October 25, 1940. She was originally from …
Charlie Ray Woods, 68, passed away on October 29th, 2025, at Manatee Memorial Hospital after a battle with cancer. He was born February 27th, 1957, in Modesto, California, and grew up in Patterson, …
Daniel Bruce Caterino, 74, of East Lansing Michigan, peacefully passed away on November 2nd, 2025, with his loving wife by his side. He served his country in the US Army. Our family was blessed …
It is with deep sorrow, we share that Patsey Ann Philbrick, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, on October 28, 2025, at the age of 70. Born on January 12, 1955, in Castine, …