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PALMETTO, Fla. (WWSB) - A 19-year-old is in jail after she allegedly crashed her Jeep into a building Early Friday while impaired, Palmetto Police say. At about 2:30 a.m. an single-vehicle crash was reported in the 600 block of Eighth Avenue West. The vehicle, a Jeep Cherokee, was northbound when...

Manasota ASALH seeks volunteers for this summer program—and to help run weekend and after-school programs. Host: The Mobile Freedom School and its focus on African-American history is back this summer. Mason Chambless took one class and learned about this: the history of traffic lights. Jasmine Persaud: What meant...

City residents can pay a $100 deposit to have a tree planted in their front yard. Host: The City of Sarasota wants you to plant a tree, or maybe even more. Kiona Wehlage found out why and how. Kiona Wehlage: Jacqueline Hartley is the chief arborist of the City of...

VENICE – Venice proper is getting its first Walmart, at the northwest corner of Twin Laurel Boulevard and Laurel Road , just off Interstate 75. LQ Commercial, a Florida-based commercial real estate brokerage organization, bought 22 acres for Walmart in Venice, along with five other acquisitions across the state...

You know that feeling when you bite into something so delicious that time momentarily stops?. That’s exactly what happens at Dry Dock Waterfront Grill in Longboat Key, where seafood dreams come true against a backdrop of stunning Florida waters. Let me tell you, finding exceptional seafood in Florida isn’t...

Summer in Sarasota is all about sun, sea breezes, and good times—and there’s no better place to soak it all in than Tarpon Bay Grill & Tiki Bar. Located at 7150 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34243, this waterfront spot combines great seafood, cocktails, live music, and island‑vibe fun to deliver the perfect summer...

The city of Sarasota plans to spend $1.7 million to improve Bobby Jones Golf Club and supplement the publicly owned course's nature park for the wildlife, residents and the environment as a whole. Even though Sarasota Parks and Recreation Director Jerry Fogle said Bobby Jones already has “trails, amazing trees and...

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Drivers commuting home are stuck in a significant backup on I-75 southbound, approaching Fruitville Rd. Crews are working diligently to get a semi up and moving out of the center lane, during the afternoon rush. As of 4:20 p.m., traffic is backed up over 5 miles,...

BRADENTON, Fla. - Mixon Fruit Farms operated for more than 80 years in Manatee County, now commissioners are considering the purchase of the 40-acre property as well as long-standing memories of Mixon Fruit Farms. The backstory:. Mixon Fruit Farms sits closed but filled with memories of past generations. Janet and...

Venice Police officers are investigating a swimming death at Venice Beach on July 26. Investigators said that there are no signs of foul play, and they’re working to identify the individual to notify their next of kin. Residents are asked to avoid the area while officers continue their investigation. Melissa...