The decades-long failure of our Congress to come together on a comprehensive immigration reform bill has been beyond disappointing. Thinking, it can't be that difficult, I decided to ask ChatGPT to …
Launched nationally in July 2022, 988 is the three-digit dialing code for the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, created to provide an easier, more accessible way for people experiencing emotional …
During a Wednesday press conference organized so that he could brag about his plan to bring back the whooping cough, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis was asked directly about his signing of SB 180, …
Over the past week, red tide was observed at background concentrations in one sample each from Northwest Florida and Florida’s East Coast. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF and …
What We Hide , a locally-produced independent feature film about two sisters struggling to deal with their mother’s fatal overdose, recently opened during a two-theater run. The poignant drama …
The Sarasota County Commission recently agreed to accept a $500,000 grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection to study Little Sarasota Bay and Midnight Pass. Additional discussion …
Contrary to the naysayers, the sky isn’t falling on the Pittsburgh Pirates. Two nights in a row, the Pirates have defeated the World Champion Los Angeles Dodgers. Could there be three wins …
The Island Players Theater, Anna Maria's oldest and most cherished performance space, will host a songwriter night featuring intimate live performances of original music by local singer/songwriters …
Citing state policy on tenure, elimination of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, and the cost of living, Florida faculty laid out their frustrations in a recent survey. In a Faculty …
Siding with Gov. Ron DeSantis, a federal appeals court decided Thursday that “Alligator Alcatraz,” the immigrant detention center in the Florida Everglades, will not shut down. The …
Under the spotlight at a sold-out theater, local troubadour Rob Garcia belts out a song that has the audience leaning forward, hanging on every note. For Venice, FL residents, …
Ron DeSantis doesn’t seem to be able to get over the fact that he reached his peak politically and is well into the gradual decline in political relevance. His latest effort to mimic MAGA is …
Labor Day may be over, but the Village of the Arts is keeping the celebration going with two days of art, shopping, food, and fun. Explore local galleries, discover unique shops, …
We’re in that weird, transitional part of the year where the summer blockbusters have died out, but the prestige Oscar-bait is still being held for another month or two. August and September …
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 …
The Bay Park Conservancy recently announced “ Three Years and Thriving at The Bay,” a month-long celebration featuring more than 80 free events that bring the best …
Do you know an environmentally passionate teen? Teen Wild Trails is an adventure club for environmentally passionate teens, ages 13-17, to explore Manatee County’s habitats and resources …
Manatee County Commissioners have voted to join a lawsuit challenging a new state law ( SB 180 ) that restricts local governments from regulating developments. On Tuesday, …
The Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall will host its first "Family Fest" on Saturday, Sept. 27. With Alice in Wonderland as the theme, the Van Wezel will host two …
Paul M. Hoffman, known affectionately to his friends and family as "Paulie," has completed his earthly sojourn and embarked upon the next great adventure. Born on the 10th of May 1943, in the …