Manatee County Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge fully embraced “free speech” when he ran for office in 2020. However, when it comes to the speech of the citizens he claims to represent, …
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 …
Of all the movies ever made in Florida — “Body Heat,” “Cocoon,” and “Spring Breakers,” to name a few — the one with the oddest concept was “The …
Despite a claim by the Joe Biden campaign earlier this year that “ Florida is in play ,” there’s been little indication so far in 2024 that the Sunshine State won’t go for …
On a good day in December 1983, I cooked Vienna sausages and grits on a borrowed kerosene heater that—in my poverty-stricken state—felt like another mouth to feed. Every day, I had to buy …
In the first of two public hearings, Manatee County Commissioners moved forward with their plan to significantly underfund infrastructure required by rampant development by collecting far less in …
I recently had the chance to visit B&B Chophouse and Market in Lakewood Ranch for the annual Savor Sarasota event, during which participating restaurants offer three-course …
The district-switching County Commissioner, Kevin Van Ostenbridge, continues to pursue his ill-conceived parking garage plan by searching for funding through a public-private partnership. The county …
If ever an artist firmly stood at the intersection of rhythm and blues it’s Robert Cray. While the Georgia native has earned numerous accolades (and quite a number of Grammys) for his acumen as …
An attempt to reinforce Americans’ access to contraception failed Wednesday when U.S. Senate Republicans blocked a bill from advancing toward final passage.
Ryan John "Rowdy" Tellez is the first baseman for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He has previously played for the Toronto Blue Jays and Milwaukee Brewers.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing the annual reminder that juvenile black bears might be seen in unexpected areas as they leave their mothers’ home ranges …
BRADENTON — A Summer and Soul flea market, a gypsy-jazz troubadour, and an American Idol alum are just some of the talents you can see this weekend. Be sure to stay in the know for another …
Rita Reinette Blankenhorn, 91, formerly of Orlando, died peacefully on Sunday, May 12, 2024. She was born in St. Johnsbury, Vermont on June 20, 1932 to the late Isaac and Adeline (Garand) Duperron. …
On May 31, 2024, Racer Phoenix Miller passed into his Saviors arms suddenly and much too soon. Racer was born July 24, 2021, in West Bradenton to Jessica Laine Miller, to the delight of his …
Bonnie Sigmund Parker, 81, of Palmetto, FL hugged her last grandchild, took her last walk, read her last book, and fed her last cat on …
Mary Antonette Zabin (Savoy), 92, of Bradenton, passed away peacefully in her home on May 30, 2024. She was born in Chicago, Illinois, to Anton and Angeline Nikias and came to Bradenton in 1991 …
Helen (Hunter) Randall was born on January 28, 1939 in Parrish, FL to the late John and Mozell Hunter. She passed away on June 1, 2024 in Bradenton, FL at the age of 85. Helen married the late …
It is with great sadness that the family of Steven Mark Strong announces his passing. Steven was born in Bradenton, FL, on September 15,1961, and departed this life on May 26, 2024. Steven graduated …
It is with profound sadness and shattered hearts that the family of Tammy McCauley White shares with you that she has completed her earthly journey on June 3, 2024. Tammy was surrounded by her family …