Mindi Robin Schreffler (nee Sparkler), also known as Sparky, passed away on February 16, 2024, at the age of 69 in Ellenton, Florida. She was born on March 22, 1954, in Philadelphia, PA. Mindi was …
Helene Smith passed away on February 19, 2024. She is survived by her loving family and friends.
Barbara Ann (Santoian) Tomasian, 85, of Worcester, MA, Harwich, MA, and Bradenton, FL, passed away peacefully in her sleep, …
In the heart of Bradenton, one family's remarkable journey transcends adversity, illuminating a path of resilience and empowerment for Black citizens amidst systemic barriers. Through their unwavering courage and determination, they not only challenged oppressive norms but forged a lasting legacy of hope and progress within the community.
The City of Bradenton is inviting residents and members of the public to provide input on the city’s vision and redevelopment into the future! The City of Bradenton …
Could Manatee County’s real estate market be edging toward a more balanced market? In its January market statistics report, the Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee …
This week, Manatee County’s propaganda department lauded its developer-funded lackeys for “proposing an impact fee increase.” Let’s take a closer look at what actually …
A measure that will ban local governments from passing heat-protection ordinances inspired strong emotions from the public Thursday, but lawmakers approved the bill backed by big business interests.
Fearing that Democrats hold a crucial edge in ballots cast before Election Day, national Republicans are working to convince their voters to take advantage of mail and early voting this year.
It’s no stretch to say that Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Henry Davis knows his way around Manatee County better than most of his teammates. With spring training camp opening on February 14 at …
Why is the 50th year of Temple Beth El’s existence an important milestone? Jubilee (Yovel, in Hebrew), as stated in the bible, took place every fifty years. It was intended as a year of rest, …
While the Atlantic hurricane season does not officially start until June 1, there are already "serious and growing concerns" about the impending season, AccuWeather Chief …
The 2024 Statewide Emergency Shelter Plan confirms what we already know: Southwest Florida is deficient in hurricane shelters, and it is projected to remain deficient until at least 2029. The …
On Thursday, the Bradenton Police Department announced the arrest of a third employee of G.D. Rogers Garden-Bullock Elementary for the false imprisonment of a seven-year-old, …
Emmy Award winning director, Nick Nanton, interviews Bob Delaney. Former undercover New Jersey state trooper and NBA referee. Bob Delaney talks with Nick Nanton about his incredible careers in two vastly different fields, from infiltrating the Mafia in the 1970s to becoming one of the NBA's most respected referees. In this episode, Bob opens up about his experience with post-traumatic stress and his passion for helping others overcome it.
At Tuesday's Manatee County Commission meeting, board members finally took up the long-delayed issue of impact fees, which the county has long been undercollecting from developers.
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 …
Local Manatee County artist Honey Silvas recently unveiled her first solo art exhibition at the Palmetto Library. The "Elevate" exhibit showcases a collection of five breathtaking …
Florida has inspired a lot of great writing, from Zora Neale Hurston’s “Their Eyes Were Watching God” to Carl Hiaasen’s “Squeeze Me.” It’s not just novels, …
