County commissioners question if Manatee Planning Commission needs rehaul
Parrish’s Anthony Sciullo is Manatee County’s latest planning commissioner. Sciullo was appointed by commissioners during the Feb. 12 land use meeting, one day after the planning commission was the topic of discussion at a commission work session. While nothing is binding at a work session, commissioners agreed that...
Luxury outlet store closing near Sarasota. See the full list.
The Saks Off 5th at Ellenton Premium Outlets is among those closing across the United States. Saks Off 5th is a discount division of the Saks Global, owner of luxury brand Saks Fifth Avenue, which sells off-price luxury fashion. Saks Off 5th sells luxury off-priced fashion, and it's downsizing following its recent...
3 High School Students Died After Being Hypnotized by Their Principal. Inside the Bizarre...
Dr. George Kenney's case is the subject of a Feb. 16 episode of 'The Curious Case Of...'
Allegiant launches flight from SRQ to upstate New York
Allegiant has launched a new flight from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport to Frederick Douglass Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC) in Rochester, New York. The route began Feb. 13 and will operate up to three times a week, according to a statement from the Las Vegas-based airline. “We’re thrilled to...
Murder-suicide victims remembered as funeral arrangements begin
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Funeral arrangements are underway for the victims of a murder-suicide that began in Fort Lauderdale and ended in Sarasota, claiming the lives of seven people including the alleged gunman. As families begin planning their final goodbyes, they are sharing memories of their loved ones whose...
57 St. Petersburg jobs cut as in-person tolls on Skyway eliminated
TTEC, a Colorado technology company, is laying off 57 employees in St. Petersburg who work on toll collection on the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. The company announced the job cuts in letter to St. Petersburg Mayor Kenneth Welch, dated Feb. 13. The Florida Department of Transportation has announced that it is...
From Pews To Prison: St. Petersburg Duo Convicted In Multi-Million Dollar Retail Theft Ring
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – A Pinellas County jury has convicted a St. Petersburg couple for orchestrating a massive, years-long retail theft operation that funneled millions of dollars in stolen goods through a front for addiction recovery. Robert Dell, a former pastor at The Rock Church, and his wife, Jaclyn,...
Sarasota County moves forward with $15 million Manasota Beach Road extension
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A $15 million road extension project approved by Sarasota County commissioners is drawing mixed reactions from residents, with some excited about improved access while others worry about flooding. The Sarasota County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved the Manasota Beach Road extension...
Injured — and perturbed — bald eagle rescued in Bradenton
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - Bradenton Police say an eagle-eyed good Samaritan spotted a bird in distress near Eighth Street West and Manatee Avenue. When officers arrived, they found a sizable -- and most unhappy -- bald eagle struggling to fly. There were able to put it into the back of a patrol car for its own safety.
Manatee makes development decision after 9-hour debate. Here are 5 takeways
Manatee County commissioners recently voted against a proposed housing development in East Bradenton, following a lengthy public debate. The decision also included a delay on a related project that could introduce 99 homes to the area. FULL STORY: Neighbors and developers clash over new Manatee County housing...
