The Podor Law Firm celebrates 47 years of client-centered personal injury representation, expanding from Ohio to Florida with offices in Bradenton and Palmetto under father-son leadership.
In 15 years of covering the Manatee County Commission, I don't know that I have ever witnessed anything as bizarre as District 1 Commissioner Carol Felts' performance Tuesday when the board was to …
The Manatee Board of County Commissioners could be staring down a battle with the state or other entities in their efforts to reverse policies enacted under a previous board. During …
Multiple development application requests before Manatee County Commissioners failed to gain the board's support last week. Two ended in denials, and one narrowly escaped a denial and was granted a continuance. While taking up …
Firefighting is inherently a hazardous profession. It exposes first responders to numerous dangers, such as extreme heat, toxic smoke, and intense physical and emotional strain. Yet beyond these …
Every summer brings the familiar joys of sunny weather, family barbecues, and beach vacations. But for Americans on the Gulf or Atlantic coasts, the daily weather forecast always comes with a …
Over the past week, red tide was detected at background concentrations in two samples collected from Florida's Gulf Coast. We continue to examine chlorophyll satellite imagery (USF, NOAA …
Before last week, I’d never heard of the frosted flatwoods salamander . Now that I have, I think it’s kind of cool. It’s a wiggly little amphibian with black-and-white stripes, sort …
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission has concluded its initial investigation into what is confirmed to be the first fatal Florida black bear attack in state history this week in …
A public opinion survey shows U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds leading Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis, 44%-25, in the race for the Republican nomination for governor in 2026. That’s from a new …
One day, Renny Duarte could be elevated to the position of pitching coach for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Spending a few minutes with Duarte prior to a Marauders’ home game is a treat. …
At Thursday's Manatee County Commission land use meeting, commissioners voted unanimously on a continuance for its wetland policy reversal after state agencies provided an onslaught …
South county will get a new Chick-fil-A next week. The company's newest Manatee County location opens next Thursday, May 15, at 6010 14th Street West near Bayshore Gardens. …
Florida’s sheriffs asked for legislative clarification of a “clunky” 2024 school-safety law. Lawmakers responded, sending classroom door-locking revisions through both chambers.
If we made a list of some of the most underrated writers/filmmakers currently working, somewhere near the top of that (fairly long) catalog would be Alex Garland. While he has had a few massive …
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 …
It's another weekend, and you know what that means. If you guessed another great lineup of local, talented musicians in Manatee, Sarasota, and surrounding counties, you would be …
David L. Baehman, a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025, at the age of 77 in Bradenton, Florida, due to heart failure. Born on August 24, 1947, …
Barbara Jean Cordwell, a cherished soul known for her spirited heart and unwavering kindness, passed away peacefully on May 4, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on May 9, 1938, in Morgantown, WV, …
Bradenton - Brian Gregory Pearson, a loving father, dedicated husband, and cherished grandfather, passed away on March 26, 2025, at the age of 79 in Bradenton, Florida. He was born on September 20, …