John David Gawron, 77, passed away on June 22, 2024, in Ellenton, Florida. Born on September 10, 1946, in Susquehanna, Pennsylvania, John dedicated his life to service, family, and the pursuit of …
Sherree Jean Lydia Petrillo, affectionately known as Momma Jo, will be fondly remembered by her family and friends for her warm smile and loving nature. Born on September 4, 1954, to Robert and Hazel …
Susan Schackne Wronsky, of Bradenton, FL, died peacefully on June 9, 2024 after a 2-year battle with ovarian cancer. She was 84. Sue was born on September 30, 1939 in Toledo, Ohio, to Virginia …
Connie Jo Beukema (Longstreet) passed away on July 6,2024. She was born to Donald and Johanna Longstreet on February 13, 1950. Connie was a cherished member of the Beukema and Longstreet …
Marvin Stanley Cox Jr., of Palmetto, passed away on June 23, 2024. He was born in West Virginia to Vicky and Marvin Cox Sr. Marvin was affectionately known as Baboon by his family. He was a …
Antoinette "Tesa" Price was born October 26, 1965, in Ocala, Florida to John Price and Barbara Jean Lofton. On early Sunday morning, June 30, 2024, she left this earth for her heavenly home. She grew …
Clint Rene Williams was born to the late Josie Mae James Williams and Johnny Williams in Palmetto, FL, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Reggie …
Donald Trump has named Senator J.D. Vance (R-OH) as his running mate. Vance, who had been highly critical of Trump, adopted the former president’s populist agenda in his 2022 …
The four Republicans vying to fill the FL House District 72 seat being vacated by Tommy Gregory recently squared off at the Manatee Performing Arts Center at a debate hosted by Manatee County's Tiger …
Additional details are bringing to light issues within Manatee County’s Code Enforcement Division and adding to concerns that a county commissioner may be …
On Friday evening, September 8, 2023, an item was added to the Manatee County Commission September 12 meeting agenda. Item 55 was a motion to move the Manatee County Clerk of Circuit Court’s …
The next Manatee County Supervisor of Elections will be decided in the August Republican Primary. The race pits Scott Farrington, who until recently was the county’s deputy SOE, against …
Red tide was not observed in samples collected statewide over the past week. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF and NOAA NCCOS) to help track nearshore and offshore conditions. No reports …
Manatee County District 1 School Board candidate Heather Felton joins TBT Editor Mitch Maley to discuss why she decided to leave teaching to seek a seat on the board in this August's election. Learn …
The Florida Department of Transportation announced this week that language proclaiming the “Free State of Florida” has been placed on all welcome signs for motorists entering and …
Sarasota used to be home base for the Ringling Brothers Circus. Maybe that’s what’s led to so much clowning around with the fate of its institution of higher learning, New College of …
SAVE FLORIDA HOME RULE was grateful that Governor DeSantis vetoed SB280 and left vacation rentals in the hands of local governments. However, the threat of losing local control via …
It's the most wonderful time of the summer! Cool off and celebrate some holiday cheer as Christmas in July comes to the Village of the Arts this Saturday. Bring the kids for some …
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 …