The Bradenton Police Department will swear in its 14th Chief of Police, Josh Cramer, in July. In January, Chief Melanie Bevan announced her plans to retire from the department this summer after 39 …
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Monday to allow, for now, the Trump administration to carry out deportations to third countries after a Massachusetts judge barred removals without …
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation Monday designed to provide financial relief to condominium owners who have faced serious financial strains from tightened regulations …
Much of the public discourse around the budget bills Congress is developing concerns the potential impact on access to and funding for Medicaid, the federally funded health insurance program. …
Donald ("Don") Keith Cook, age 88 of Bradenton, formerly of Holmdel, NJ died on June 15th,, 2025 after a short illness. Don was an officer in the United States Air Force where he served as a T-37 …
Wayne Joseph Lashway, 73, of Bradenton FL, died peacefully at home, surrounded by his family on June 18. Born in Davenport, Iowa on September 16, 1951, to Claire and Harold Lashway, Wayne lived a …
Scott Armstrong, born on January 13, 1977, passed away on May 18, 2025, in Bradenton, Florida. He was a cherished individual whose warmth and …
Benjamin Bowers, born on February 10, 1960, peacefully passed away on June 10, 2025, in Bradenton, Florida. He was 65 years old. His family …
Joyce Ann (Wahl) Olson Barrett, age 77, passed away peacefully in her sleep at Aspire in Bradenton, FL where she resided for the final six and a half years of her life. Joyce was born on August …
Michael A. Hayes, 69 of Bradenton, FL passed away peacefully on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at Manatee Memorial Hospital. For three decades Michael devoted his time and energy to help others to overcome …
Susan Lowy, a beloved educator, writer, volunteer, and community leader, passed away peacefully on June 16, 2025, at the age of 74. Her life was a testament to the quiet strength of service, the …
Joseph Peter "Joe" Murawski, a man of deep faith and boundless love, passed away peacefully with family by his side on June 10, 2025, at the age of 83. Joe's life was a testament to his unwavering …
Husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather Gerald Romano died on June 18, 2025, at his home in Bradenton, Florida. He was 93. Born on January 20, 1932, in Hoboken, New Jersey, Janurino …
Samuel (Sam, Sammy) Carmack Woodham, was a lifelong resident of Bradenton, he passed away Tuesday June 3, 2025.Sam was born August 31, 1952, the 4th of 10 children, in Bradenton. He was a graduate of …
It is said that history doesn’t repeat itself, but it often rhymes. This week brought an acute sense of déjà vu as numerous talking heads and members of Congress eagerly lined up …
For more than six decades, Lu the Hippopotamus reigned as Homosassa Springs' most unexpected resident and beloved icon. From Hollywood beginnings to his honorary Florida citizenship, Lu charmed generations of visitors with his gentle demeanor and playful antics. As we say goodbye to this 4,000-pound legend, we look back on his remarkable journey and the lasting imprint he leaves behind in the heart of Citrus County.
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 …
A controversial land development application seeking a rezone of roughly 217 acres along CR 765 (Rutland Road) in Parrish was unanimously denied by Manatee County Commissioners …
I’m visiting family in Pensacola this week, and I noticed that the local news has been focused on feces. I don’t mean they’re cracking lots of poop jokes like SpongeBob …
Due to the overwhelming Success of Savor Sarasota's 20 days for 20 years promotion (scheduled to end today) many partners are extending their specially crafted prix-fixe menus well beyond June …