Forget snowflakes and sleigh rides—Florida’s holiday traditions are as unique as the Sunshine State itself! From festive flamingo lawn decor to sandmen on the beach, our latest article dives into the quirkiest ways Floridians celebrate the season. Discover how the holidays get a tropical twist in this land of endless summer!
Over the past week, red tide was detected in 99 samples collected from the Gulf Coast of Florida. Bloom concentrations (>100,000 cells/liter) were observed in seven samples: one from Hillsborough …
This week, the Manatee County Government announced the new appointees to leadership positions within the Utilities Department. The announcement comes just months after …
James Satcher, the hapless Manatee County Commissioner appointed Supervisor of Elections at the behest of local developers, has done it again. Days before getting his keyster handed to him in the …
Former Pittsburgh Pirates’ catcher Mike LaValliere understands baseball fans. During a recent Pirates’ fantasy camp held in Bradenton, LaValliere proved to be a “man of the …
Suncoast Waterkeeper strongly opposes the proposed NPDES permit for the offshore factory fish farm near Venice, Florida, due to its significant ecological, economic, and community risks.
I worked hard my whole career and retired feeling secure. Then I lost every last dime in a scam. I was left with $1,300 a month in Social Security benefits to live on in an area where monthly …
Dear Santa, Hi there! Hope you’re doing well this year, in spite of the North Pole’s accelerated melt rate . I hear that’s happening because of that thing our governor and …
Bradenton native and TikTok sensation Dylan Cotrone, 22, is set to electrify his hometown with an upcoming live performance at Oscura Cafe on Friday, December 20, at 7:00 pm.
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 …
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 …
Gail was born and raised in Bradenton and was proud to be a 5th generation Floridian. She graduated from Manatee High School in 1973 and from the University of South Florida in 1979. She also …
Dorothy Elise (Brown) Bailey entered into her external rest on Tuesday, December 10, 2024 in her home in Palmetto, FL. Dorothy was born on September 8, 1961 to the late Ethel McLeod Brown and …
Michael S. (Steve) Boston passed away peacefully at home on Friday, November 24, 2024. He was 71 years old and a lifelong resident of Bradenton, Florida. He graduated from Manatee High School in …
Bobbie was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who peacefully passed away with family at the age of 96. She was born …
Hazel J. Burnett, of Bradenton, formally of Union Springs, Alabama passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, December 15th 2024. Hazel …
Virginia M. Corbin, 92, passed away on December 13, 2024 at her home in Bradenton, Florida. Virginia was born in Dearborn, Michigan on February 14, 1932, to Ralph E. and Mary Avis (Douglas) …
Boyd Edwin DeMond, 80, of Bradenton, Florida passed peacefully at Bradenton Hospice House after a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer. Boyd was born on December 31, 1943, in Groton, NY. He was the son of …
Mark E. Russell died suddenly at his home in Bradenton Fl. Formally of Claverack NY. Mark was the son of James D Russell and the late Mary Anne Margin of Hudson NY. He is survived by his …