Sarasota Woman Fatally Struck in Hit-and-Run While Bicycling in Nassau County as Florida Highway...
A tragic event unfolded in Nassau County as a 57-year-old Sarasota woman was fatally struck in a hit-and-run incident while riding her bicycle. The Florida Highway Patrol has announced an ongoing investigation after the cyclist was hit around 11 p.m. on Thursday, on Chester Road approaching Sweetbriar Lane. News4JAX...
When legal issues arise after a storm, local nonprofit reminds people of their services
ZEPHYRHILLS, Fla. — After a storm hits, many are worried about insurance claims, flood damage and roof damage. But calling an attorney to help with these issues isn’t usually what people know is an option. Bay Area Legal Services attorneys want to change that. Two years ago, the...
St. Pete Collegiate STEM High School administrator studies sharks at renowned lab in Bimini
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — This upcoming school year, students at St. Pete Collegiate STEM High School will have a unique opportunity to learn all about marine science, specifically sharks. The academic program director at the school is one of only 28 recipients nationwide to receive a scholarship to attend...
SMH leads group to overcome growing OB-GYN shortage
The first trimester is a crucial time in a woman’s pregnancy, when obstetricians monitor fetal development, manage potential risks and help ensure a safe, healthy delivery. A shortage of OB physicians, however, is making accessing prenatal care a challenge for women here and across the nation. According to the...
Palmetto 7-year-old poses with massive tarpon on fishing trip with dad
As a charter captain, bring your kid to work day comes with a few additional challenges. Sometimes keeping a younger child engaged when fishing can be a difficult task when the fish aren’t, or are, biting. For Captain Griffin Deans, his 7-year-old son Decker was able to join him on multiple trips this summer, helping...
Coast Guard cutter returns to St. Petersburg after seizing over $90M worth of drugs
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WWSB) – On Thursday, July 17, the U.S. Coast Guard announced thousands of pounds of drugs worth over $93 million were seized and offloaded in St. Petersburg. “Yet again, the crew impressed me with their ability to achieve significant operational success and protect American interests while...
1887 Church in Manatee County listed as Florida historic site preservation priority
The 1887 Church in Manatee County has been named to the annual "11 to Save" program highlighting historic landmarks in Florida worth preserving. The Florida Trust for Historic Preservation created the 11 to Save program to help preserve historically historic resources across the state. Locations are nominated by the...
Road rage driver opened fire on Palmetto Expressway. Highway patrol looking for him
The Florida Highway Patrol is searching for a man they say pulled out a gun and shot at another car on the Palmetto Expressway. Troopers say that on Thursday, around 2 p.m., they got a call about the shooting that occurred in the northbound lanes near Flagler Street. The driver of the targeted vehicle, a black...
‘B’ ranking for Manatee school district just doesn’t add up | Letters
Manatee schools rating raises eyebrows This letter is with reference to the recent article which reported that Manatee County schools had been awarded a "B" rating by the Florida Department of Education (" Manatee County celebrates record school performance with highest district B grade ever ," July 9). As a person...
Woman riding bike killed in Nassau County hit-and-run; car that hit woman found, no...
The victim was riding her bike late Thursday northbound on Chester Road approaching Sweetbriar Lane when she was hit by a vehicle described as a white 2020-2022 Kia Telluride.
