The chair of a legislative committee that oversees spending on homeless programs in Florida says he wants to know if the “substantial amount of taxpayer dollars” the state devotes to …
On Monday, the New College Board of Trustees will vote on "Approval of Initial Terms for Sarasota Bradenton International Airport Agreement," hoping to move forward with plans to …
One Christmas when I was a kid my parents gave me a chemistry set. No doubt they hoped it would lead me to a career in science or medicine. But I was a little anarchist, more interested in …
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 …
TBT editor Mitch Maley and local government reporter Dawn Kitterman discuss the ongoing saga of Florida Republican Party Chair Christian Ziegler and his Sarasota School Board/Moms for Liberty Wife …
Jim Leyland, 78, is headed to Cooperstown this coming summer, and so is his pal, Rich Donnelly. For as long as Donnelly could remember, he and the newest National Baseball Hall of Fame member …
Christmas in Cortez is back. Come on down to the historical Cortez fishing village on Saturday for a free, festive event that's fun for all ages! Enjoy more free entertainment than …
Ever wonder if your child would thrive in a school dedicated to both the performing and visual arts, STEM classes, and a personalized approach? Students’ talent will be on display for their …
Al Pitrelli found a way to describe the Trans-Siberian Orchestra this summer while reading a biography of conductor Leonard Bernstein. “He had a quote in there …
Manatee County Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge is the subject of a Florida Commission on Ethics investigation after an ethics complaint filed against the commissioner was …
Via administrative procedure, the Florida Democratic Party has decided that primary challengers to Joe Biden will not be allowed on the state's ballot.
A tsunami is building against Republican Party of Florida Chair Christian Ziegler, who remains under investigation over alleged sexual battery against a woman in Sarasota in October. And now, party …
While the citizen-initiated Florida Right to Clean Water effort to place a constitutional amendment for the right to clean and healthy waters on the 2024 ballot gathered impressive …
More than 250,000 Floridians could become uninsured because of the way state agencies are reevaluating eligibility for Medicaid, according to an analysis from public health policy experts at George …
The Manatee County Fair returns Jan. 11 - 21, 2024. Fairgoers can purchase admission tickets online for the first time in the fair’s 108-year history.
Mr. Pierre Arthur Bellemare, 77, born in Cap de la Madeleine, Quebec Canada on December 10, 1945, went to be with his Lord and Savior on …
She is survived by her loving husband, daughter, and many family members and friends. Celebration of Life will be Sat., Dec., 9, …
Michael Finkelstein, 68, of Bradenton, FL died Oct., 16, 2023. He loved setting up at the flea markets and making jewelry. Survivors …
Frank is survived by loving family and friends. Funeral arrangements by Shannon Funeral Homes. Share memories and condolences at …