Tampa Bay food banks expect demand to linger past the shutdown
Food banks across the region saw a surge in demand during the government shutdown. While federal paychecks, food assistance and other benefits are on track to resume, many people have already made tough choices to get by since Oct. 1. “They may have taken on debt vehicles, they may have...
Tons of sun and a little more heat
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Last week was cold, this week is fantastic!. A few cold fronts will approach this week, but none of them will have much effect on the Suncoast. A little more humidity returns with dew points holding in the mid-60s during the week. The higher moisture levels could lead to areas of morning fog...
Manatee deaths for 2025 already exceeding numbers for last two years, data show
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - New data from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission show that as of Nov. 7, 587 manatee deaths have been documented in Florida this year. Deaths this year have already surpassed totals from 2024 (495 deaths) and 2023 (494 deaths). The deadliest year for manatees...
NC teen’s cause of death revealed after incident in FL pond
What started as a typical late-night ride through Florida ended in tragedy for a North Carolina teenager whose disappearance gripped two states for over a week. Giovanni Pelletier, a North Carolina teen, accidentally drowned after running from a car and disappearing into a Manatee County retention pond following...
Foolish Relics at Inner Compass Brewing Company
Foolish Relics is a six-piece ska/reggae/punk/rock band with an awesome setlist, a great sound, and a super fun vibe. They are here for YOU and can play 3-4 hours of covers, or a shorter set of originals with other bands. The band plays all over Tampa Bay & beyond. No...
Cahoots at 3 Keys Brewing
Cahoots is a five-piece band playing a wide range of toe tapping tunes and danceable music across the classic rock, blues, and funk genres. We play nightclubs, bars, restaurants, breweries, festivals, and private parties including venues from Venice to Tampa. With dynamic and diverse vocals, hot guitar and keys...
The Divebombers at Linger Lodge
The Divebombers are made up of musician George Worthmore on electric guitar, Nat Langston on acoustic guitar, and Chad Clifford playing acoustic bass. The band performs music from the likes of George Jones, Johnny Cash, Glen Campbell, Jerry Reed, Merle Travis, Chet Atkins, Non-Fat Elvis, and more. Electric guitarist...
Bradenton Residents Invited to Support Local Children at Police Department’s Fill the Truck Toy...
The Bradenton Police Department will hold its annual Fill the Truck toy drive on Saturday, December 13, 2025. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the department's headquarters at 100 10th St. W., Bradenton. The drive collects unwrapped gifts for children and teens. Local organizations help distribute the...
A quarter century of Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe
SARASOTA — In the early years of Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe, founder Nate Jacobs and the fledgling company did not do shows with licensing fees.
Neil Diamond Tribute Show is Back!
VENICE, Fla. — Jay White, known internationally for his tribute performances honoring Neil Diamond, will return to Southwest Florida with a live concert on Sunday, March 8, 2026, at the Venice Institute for the Performing Arts. The appearance follows his sold out 2024 performance and adds another chapter to a career...
