Youth programs like St. Pete’s Teen Flex Night help curb teen violence
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - The Teen Flex Night program brings together kids from across St. Petersburg to a recreational center in the city and allows them to spend their Friday night in a safe location with adults they trust. What we know:. The program provides the kids with pizza and...
Decade-long parade on Anna Maria Island canceled for the second year in a row
ANNA MARIA ISLAND, Fla. (WWSB) - A decade-long tradition on Anna Maria Island has once again been put on pause. The Privateers’ Island Christmas Parade scheduled for this Saturday has been canceled. “It’s very upsetting because this is our way of giving back to the community,” said Anna Maria...
See Manatee superintendent’s message to parents ahead of misconduct investigation
Manatee County Superintendent Laurie Breslin sent a letter to school district families ahead of the publication of an investigation by Bradenton Herald and Suncoast Searchlight reporters . The article details a slew of arrests, lawsuits and criticism from parents that the School District of Manatee County ignored...
Burglars hit slips at Longboat Key marina, grab electronics
LONGBOAT KEY, Fla. (WWSB) - After a long day on the water, you want to be able to park your boat and set down your poles without a second thought. However you might want to check your boat twice before leaving the dock. Authorities say a group of thieves stole...
House burns on Gillespie Avenue
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The Sarasota County Fire Department responded to a house fire Friday afternoon in the 3000 block of Gillespie Avenue. The fire started around 1 p.m. Flames were visible coming through the attic. Authorities said there were no reported injuries. Officials have not released the cause of...
Manatee County to break ground on $40M veterans complex
Manatee County will break ground in January 2026 on a new campus for veterans north of Palmetto. It will be at 5215 Buckeye Road. The county donated 24 acres and earmarked $4 million to kick off the initiative, according to sister publication YourObserver.com, which reported officials are trying to secure state and...
These Florida Seafood Market-Restaurants Stay Busy for a Reason
Florida’s coastline stretches for miles, serving up some of the freshest seafood you’ll ever taste, sometimes so fresh you can practically *hear* the ocean in every bite. And when a restaurant doubles as a seafood market, you know you’re in for something special. These spots let you...
Bradenton Reviews Horseback Swimming Rules After Water Quality Study
The long-running discussion over horseback riding in Palma Sola Bay has resurfaced as Bradenton evaluates new environmental findings and considers potential regulation.
Best Cheap Apartments for Young People in St Petersburg Florida: Top Picks
Are you a young person looking for a cheap apartment in St Petersburg? You are in the right place! St Petersburg, Florida, is a great city to live in. It has nice weather, beautiful beaches, and many fun places. But finding a cheap apartment can be hard. This article will help you find the best cheap apartments in St...
New facility will turn Manatee County’s trash into renewable energy. Here’s how
A new facility at Manatee County’s landfill will transform “waste to worth,” generating enough energy to power thousands of homes and up to $1.7 million per year in revenue, county officials say. Manatee County Government has reached an agreement with two companies, Nopetro Energy and Johnson Controls, Inc., to use...

















