Manasota ASALH taps arts historian for first executive director
Manasota Association for the Study of African American Life, a local branch of the National ASALH, has hired Jada Wright-Greene as its first...
Sarasota Orchestra working to pick architect for new music center
If you visit the future home of the Sarasota Orchestra’s planned music center on Fruitville Road, the only music you’ll hear...
Sarasota state senator calls for investigation after Debby floods neighborhoods not in flood zones
SARASOTA COUNTY, Fla. - In some areas of Sarasota, flooding is so bad, the National Guard is going door to door to check on...
Florida Major Flooding Alert: Rivers in Hillsborough and Manatee Counties Overflowing
Severe Flooding Impacting Multiple Rivers in FloridaThe National Weather Service in Tampa Bay Ruskin, FL, has issued a Flood Warning for several rivers in...
Officials dispute claims that Lake Manatee release caused flooding in Lakewood Ranch
MANATEE COUNTY, FLA, (WFLA) — Frustrations from residents in Manatee County are growing as cleanup efforts continue following the aftermath of Hurricane Debby....
Bradenton sewage spill impacts floodwater, causing bad smells and widespread deluge
SARASOTA, Fla (WSNN) — After receiving historic levels of rain on Sunday, Bradenton’s wastewater plant had spilled over 3.5 million gallons of water...
Family of Gulfport student injured in police incident files lawsuit, alleging civil rights violation
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The family of a teenage girl who accused a Gulfport Police Officer of assault is taking her case to federal...
Florida Task Force 3 Successfully Completes Hurricane Debby Recovery Mission
Florida Task Force 3, consisting of specialized personnel from Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, Tampa Fire Rescue, and St. Petersburg Fire Rescue, has returned after...
Manatee County neighbors spring into action for Debby relief
MYAKKA CITY, Fla. - Neighbors are helping neighbors in Manatee County as residents try to recover from flooding brought by Hurricane Debby. Both the...
Manatee County Animal Welfare Inundated with Lost Pets
BRADENTON - Manatee County Animal Welfare (MCAW) is awash in stray pets in the wake of Hurricane Debby. Since August 1, 2024, a total...
