Deputies rescue dog from canal
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - A frightened female dog is recovering after deputies rescued her from a canal near Bryn Mawr Island on Sunday. Lt. Dwyer and Deputy Hart with the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) responded after the dog was spotted struggling to swim in a canal in Bayshore Gardens. The deputies...
Chaos at North Port High: One Student Hurt, Six Arrested in Shocking Altercation!
A shocking incident unfolded at North Port High School last Friday, as one student was seriously injured during an altercation, prompting the arrest of six others. Principal Mark Shurley didn’t hold back in addressing the situation, clearly stating that intentional violence will not be tolerated on campus. In his...
“Love Your Neighbor — For the Love of America” rally in Venice
VENICE, Fla. (WWSB) - The Venice Resistance and Florida Indivisible held a “Love Your Neighbor — For the Love of America” rally on Valentine’s Day in support of communities impacted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The event took place Feb. 14 at the corner...
Public conservation land disappears from map after meeting with commissioner
After Sarasota County staff was preparing to deny a permit to remove protected mangroves from publicly owned shoreline along Lemon Bay in December 2023, Commissioner Ron Cutsinger pushed to have the county abandon that same land next to property he owned and a nearby parcel he later purchased, newly obtained public...
Bahamas citizen sentenced to two years for illegal reentry into the U.S.
TAMPA, Florida - A 26-year-old citizen of The Bahamas has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for illegal reentry by an aggravated felon. Kenthen Lavardo Swain, who previously pled guilty on November 19, 2025, was sentenced by Senior U.S. District Judge Richard A. Lazzara, according to U.S. Attorney...
Equestrian Excitement Begins on February 14th in Myakka City
Head to TerraNova Equestrian Center for a beautiful day in the country and experience the thrill of elite show jumping as Olympic-level riders and extraordinary horses from around the world compete in Grand Prix level show jumping. Whether you’re a lifelong equestrian fan or simply looking for a memorable day out,...
Church rallies around family of Parrish man killed in I-75 semi crash after illegal...
RUSKIN, Fla. - A church in Ruskin is rallying around a young widow and her son after her husband died during a crash on I-75 this week. Cory Bolles worked at Wellspring Community Church as its technical director. Joey Adkins said the 28-year-old played a pivotal role behind the scenes, helping orchestrate every...
Masō Steakhouse Sarasota Grand Opening – Intimate, Speakeasy-Style Experience
Masō Steakhouse will officially open its doors on Wednesday, February 18 at 5:00 PM, unveiling a reservation-only, private speakeasy-style steakhouse designed for guests who value precision, connection, and curated wine experiences. Intentionally limited to just 32 guests across nine tables, Masō blends the mystique...
Huge waterfront seafood and music festival returns to St. Pete
The annual St. Petersburg Seafood and Music Festival is back, bringing delicious food, live music, and family fun to Vinoy Park February 20-22. This three-day event celebrates the Gulf’s freshest seafood, amazing local music, and a festive atmosphere, all in downtown St. Pete. Guests can enjoy an array of...
Bradenton, Fla., Launches Platform for City Info, Services
(TNS) — The City of Bradenton has launched a new online portal for residents to submit service requests and access important city information. On the new public web portal, MyBradenton 311, residents can now submit service requests that include photos and locations. The platform then automatically alerts the...
