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Bradenton-area restaurant fans had dozens of new restaurants to choose from in 2025. From fine dining to fast-casual and everything in between, Manatee County’s restaurant scene had several new places opening their doors. Here’s a look at the various eateries that opened in 2025. New local restaurants Ballerz Pinball...

BRADENTON, Fla. (WFLA)— The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened early Thursday morning in Bradenton. Deputies responded to reports of a shooting at the 13000 block of 18th Place East in Bradenton around 12:27 a.m. According to MCSO, deputies found a 36-year-old man suffering from...

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System rang in the New Year with its first babies of 2026, both born in the year’s first 90 minutes in Sarasota and Venice on Jan. 1. The first was born at SMH-Venice to Corey Gifford and William Zimmerman. Zaiden Amaris Zimmerman, affectionately known as “Zaz,” was born at 12:50 a.m....

Searching for amazing thrift stores in Florida where deals are guaranteed?. These 8 enormous treasure troves offer incredible bargains and unique finds for savvy shoppers!. 1. Thrift City USA (St. Petersburg) Thrift City USA isn’t just a store – it’s a bargain hunter’s paradise!. This St....

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - With temperatures expected to drop into the low 40s Tuesday night and the low 30s in some areas Wednesday night, several cold-weather shelters will be opening to people in need around the Suncoast. Manatee County. The Salvation Army of Manatee County will provide free shelter Tuesday,...

Step into The George, an eclectic downtown Sarasota boutique that promises a vibrant escape into a world of unique style and artistic expression. Located upstairs at 1960 Main Street, Sarasota, you’ll find a celebration of individuality and creativity, offering cool clothes and funky finds for both men and women.

Staff at an assisted living facility in Sun City Center say golf balls from a nearby driving range are landing on their property, raising safety concerns for residents.

At St. Pete Rising, we are constantly providing comprehensive coverage on everything new and coming soon to the Sunshine City, but we think it’s also important to take a look back at our city's rich history. Historically St. Pete, a monthly column on St. Pete Rising written by Executive...

The recent guest column sounding the alarm to save the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee campus ignored a simple truth: The University of South Florida sees clear benefits in moving on from its smallest campus. USF Sarasota-Manatee has many advocates, several of whom were signatories on that column. They...

A Longboat Key beachfront home sold for $30.3 million in July , setting the record for the most expensive residential sale in Sarasota County history. Located at 845 Longboat Club Rd, the property is nicknamed “Serenissima ” for “the most serene," and was originally listed at $35 million. It went under contract 25...