Sales for downtown Sarasota’s Waldorf Astoria Residents get underway
Upside-down aerialists served Champagne Wednesday as a focal point of a ceremony kicking off sales of the planned Waldorf Astoria Residences at 1390 Main St., where the vacant Zenith Building now stands. The event at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens brought together stakeholders in the project, such as Michael Saunders,...
Saucy! by KFC Expands Across Tampa Bay With Six New Locations From Westchase To...
Saucy! by KFC is expanding into Tampa Bay, bringing its bold, sauce -forward take on chicken tenders and its high – energy dining experience to the region for the first time. The brand plans to open six locations across Tampa Bay in the coming months, marking a significant next step in its Florida growth.
Bodycam shows Florida deputy joking ‘I love my job’ while rescuing runaway mini horse...
RUSKIN, Fla. (CBS12) — Oreo, a miniature horse out for an unexpected nighttime stroll, briefly stole the spotlight in Ruskin after deputies found the tiny runaway standing near the road late Monday night. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office says its 911 Dispatch Center received a call around 11:30 p.m....
Venice attorney Miller to replace Murphy on Sarasota County Planning Commission
Venice attorney Mariah Miller will become the newest member of the Sarasota County Planning Commission, thanks to a split vote of the County Commission during its regular meeting on Jan. 27, held in Venice. Commissioner Teresa Mast nominated Miller, who was one of eight persons who had applied for the...
This Weekend Is Going to Be Real Cold in Sarasota and Manatee Counties
Cold weather will continue throughout this weekend, with low temperatures dropping to around 38 degrees Fahrenheit with precipitation on Saturday, Jan. 31, with those cold temperatures continuing through Monday, Feb. 2. According to Bob Bunting, meteorologist and founder and CEO of Sarasota’s Climate Adaptation...
Man arrested in Gilchrist County on drug charges, also has warrant in Sarasota County
BELL, Fla. (WCJB) - Gilchrist County Sheriff’s deputies say a man with an outstanding warrant from southwest Florida is in jail in our area on drug charges. Deputies say Corbet James O’Conners, 37, of Bradenton had more than 40 grams of fentanyl Tuesday. Deputies were responding to a...
This Florida Diner Serves Fried Fish So Perfect, It’s Become A Friday Night Favorite
Some places in Florida feel trendy. Ted Peters Famous Smoked Fish feels timeless. Along Pasadena Avenue in St. Petersburg, smoke drifts from a humble cedar shack where Old Florida flavor still reigns and locals happily line up for their favorites. This is the kind of spot people plan their week around, where picnic...
Water restrictions to take effect amid drought conditions, violators could be fined
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) – New water restrictions will take effect across the Tampa Bay region beginning February 8, as drought conditions persist. The Southwest Florida Water Management District voted to declare a ‘Modified Phase II “Severe” Water Shortage’ due to the ongoing dry conditions. As a result of that...
Sarasota judge allows video in 2021 hotel shooting homicide trial
A Sarasota judge ruled Wednesday to admit a video of Brennan Wakey — accused of fatally shooting his ex‑partner — acknowledging he lied during their relationship. During the trial’s second day, attorneys clashed over a video the defense argued could mislead jurors. The clip shows Wakey saying he wants to tell the...
Whataburger Expanding Throughout the Tampa Bay Region This Year
Back in November, Texas-based burger chain Whataburger held a “ground-breaking” ceremony at 10150 Ulmerton Road in Largo, where, coverage by Business Observer said in November, the building had in fact already been completed, with only interior work remaining. But a groundbreaking ceremony was nonetheless...

















