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Susan Avalon complains during arrest for ex-husbands’ deaths: Bodycam

BRADENTON, Fla. (Court TV) — Newly released evidence in the case against a woman accused of killing two of her ex-husbands on the same day shows the defendant complaining about the temperature after she’s taken into custody. Susan Avalon, 51, has pleaded not guilty to murder in two counties; prosecutors say she shot an
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Man arrested after shooting stepson multiple times, fleeing deputies in Bradenton

BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - A man was arrested Friday after deputies say he shot his stepson multiple times, fled from law enforcement and crashed near a restaurant. The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said deputies were called at about 12:06 p.m. to the 5300 block of 16th Street West for a shooting with injuries.
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Enjoy A Glass Of Wine And A Good Book At This One-Of-A-Kind Florida Bookstore...

Tucked into the heart of downtown St. Petersburg, Florida, Book + Bottle is exactly what it sounds like — a cozy bookstore and wine bar rolled into one magical spot. Located at 17 6th St N, this beloved local gem has earned a near-perfect 4.8-star rating from hundreds of happy visitors.
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Allegiant drops Sarasota airport route in major network shakeup

Allegiant Air is cutting a route from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport as part of a broader shake-up that cuts dozens of routes and drops several airports nationwide. Allegiant Air has cut 61 routes, including a dozen in Florida, and dropped service to seven airports while also adding 49 new routes, eight of th
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Sarasota mother shares daughter’s story to warn others about the dangers of vaping

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Sarasota mother shares daughter’s story to warn others about the dangers of vaping. A Sarasota County mother is speaking out about the loss of her daughter, hoping her family’s story will help prevent other young people from becoming addicted to vaping. For Erin NesSmith,...
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National funeral chain turns St. Pete steakhouse into $6M events space

Key takeaway: A funeral company has taken over a former steakhouse and is using the space as an event center. Core challenge: Shortly after buying the space, Hurricane Milton hit and damaged the building, causing delays in the $2 million renovation project. What’s next: The center, which will cater to...
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Sarasota-Manatee Buyers Are Back, But They’re Not Rushing

Buyer activity picked up across Sarasota and Manatee counties in May, even as the number of homes for sale continued to shrink, according to the latest monthly report from the Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee. The May 2026 report shows new pending sales increased year over year in all...
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Fourth of July 2026 events in Sarasota, Longboat Key and Lakewood Ranch

Runs from 5-10 p.m. at Nathan Benderson Park, 5851 Nathan Benderson Circle, Sarasota. Fireworks on the Lake returns with live entertainment, a kids zone, plenty of other family-friendly activities, and food and beverage trucks. From 8-9:30 p.m., The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota play a patriotic concert. The
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Manatee Memorial Hospital Celebrates Two Champions at 12th Annual Champions of Healthcare Awards

Manatee Memorial Hospital is proud to celebrate two extraordinary honorees who were recognized at the Manatee Chamber of Commerce’s 12th Annual Champions of Healthcare Awards. This event honors individuals and organizations making a significant impact in healthcare through leadership, innovation, and compassionate serv
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Florida Police Chase Ends With Kia SUV in a Pond and a Suspect Who...

A midnight traffic stop in St. Petersburg spiraled into a multicharge arrest after a driver chose flight over compliance and found the nearest pond the hard way. There are bad decisions, and then there are ... Read more

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