Edward Earl Shrum, 76, passed away from a prolonged illness while at home surrounded by family on August 7, 2024, in Rock Hill, SC. Born on July 27, 1948, in Charlotte, NC, Earl was a renowned …
Judith Elena Lopez Kingalahua, 90, of Bradenton, Florida passed away on August 10, 2024 at Tidewell Hospice House. She was born March 16, 1934, in the Northern part of Ecuador in a town called El …
Perri Ann Parkman is a candidate for the Dist. 3 Manatee County School Board seat, who was recently endorsed by the Christian Family Coalition of Florida. She joins Mitch and Dawn to discuss what …
At Tuesday's Manatee County Commission meeting, many residents used the "citizen comments" portion of the meeting to express extreme dissatisfaction with the county's response to …
We are remarkably unprepared to protect public lives in the event of a major hurricane. Highway evacuation is not always a viable option due to the extremely long evacuation times. Hurricane shelters …
I’m an independent who has been called “too liberal” by some and “too conservative” by others. It depends on the issue. I consider that a good thing. My wife says that I …
Former MLB shortstop Jack Wilson is one happy fella. When I met Wilson for the first time this past March while he was making an appearance on behalf of the Pittsburgh Pirates at LECOM Park, the …
Two Tampa Bay-area Democratic lawmakers joined a pair of pharmacists on Monday to blast GOP U.S. Sen. Rick Scott for his opposition to legislation pushed by the Biden administration that provides …
Fred Robert Boehm, 88, of Bradenton Florida (formerly Kure Beach, NC and Newtown, CT) passed away from natural causes Sunday August 4th 2024 at his home. Fred was born in Bridgeport, CT, the …
Joan Celeste went home to be with The Lord on Sunday, August 4th surrounded by family. Joan lived happily in Bradenton, Florida, for the past …
Edward Dee Cole, age 69, passed away at home in Bradenton, Florida after an eight-month battle with lung cancer on Sunday, July 28, 2024. He was born in LaPorte, Indiana on October 14, 1954, to …
Lelauni Marshall was born April 10, 1980 in Birmingham, Alabama. She graduated from Cedar Bluff Highschool. She moved to FL in 2018 and worked as a collection specialist at Oliphant Financial.
Fidelia Philistin, 83, Transitioned on July 21, 2024. Visitation will be held 6pm-8pm Friday August 9, 2024 at Westside Funeral Home 204 7th St W Palmetto, FL. Services will be 11am Saturday …
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Marie Louise Sprameli (née Gartland), on August 4, 2024, age 58, of Bradenton, Florida. Marie fought a long 2+ year battle with lung …
Jeffrey A. Crill, 73 of Palmetto, FL, formerly of Onalaska, WI, Robbinsdale, MN and Hastings, MN passed away on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.
Porfirio Ramirez-Flores of Bradenton passed away on July 23rd, 2024. He is survived by his loving family and friends. No services are scheduled at this time.
It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Joseph Grimaudo, Jr. Joseph passed peacefully on July 30, 2024, at the age of 92. He is survived by his Life Partner Erika Chabra; His …
Justin Joseph Miante, a beloved son, father, nephew, cousin and friend passed away on August 2, 2024. Known for his good heart, quick wit and infectious smile, Justin's spirit will live on in the …
Julie Anne Arnold Pennella passed away peacefully on July 23rd, in the comfort of her home in Bradenton, FL. She was surrounded by her three loving daughters. Julie was born on December 9, 1939, …
In the late 1800s, Palmetto and Bradenton were just small, budding communities. Early settlers had to make do with what they brought or could cultivate locally. Some shipped machinery from the North or arrived on steamboats, while others built businesses from Florida's fertile soil. Despite the challenges, many successful businesses took root right here in Manatee County.