Fatal shooting investigated in Lakewood Ranch
A fatal shooting in the Sarasota County segment of Lakewood Ranch on Sunday morning appears to be an isolated incident without danger to the public, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office said. Deputies were called to the 7000 block of Tides Circle, in a residential community off Lakewood Ranch Boulevard...
Coordinated Rescue Saves Distressed Bald Eagle in Bradenton Streets
Sometimes, all it takes is one person to make a difference. When it comes to helping animals, a good-natured decision can save a life. That was the case recently in Bradenton, Florida, when an eagle-eyed Good Samaritan noticed a bald eagle in distress. A quick call to the local police department triggered a rapid...
Bradenton’s first Black firefighter inspired a police chief, code officer
When Michael Lowe became the first African American firefighter with the City of Bradenton in 1975, it didn’t just get the community’s attention. It got his younger brother’s, too. “I saw him be the first and it inspired me,” Garry Lowe said. “Made up my mind that’s what I wanted to do, too.” And he did, becoming the...
Florida Freeze Watch Issued for Tampa Bay and Inland Counties Tuesday Night as Temperatures...
FLORIDA — A Freeze Watch has been issued for Tuesday night into Wednesday morning across much of the Tampa Bay region, with forecast temperatures in some inland areas potentially dropping as low as 29°F. In addition, a Cold Weather Advisory has been posted for wind chills in select coastal counties, meaning it could...
4-year-old child found dead in Wimauma: HCSO
WIMAUMA, Fla. - The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 4-year-old child in Wimauma. According to HCSO, the incident happened around 3:30 p.m. on Friday, in the 2500 block of Tee Time Road. When deputies arrived, they found the child unresponsive. The child was later pronounced...
This Massive Florida Farmers Market Takes Over An Entire Downtown
Every Saturday morning in St. Petersburg, Florida, something remarkable happens in a sprawling parking lot near Tropicana Field. Hundreds of vendors set up colorful tents, live music fills the air, and the whole place buzzes with energy before most people have finished their first cup of coffee. This is not...
These Amish All-You-Can-Eat Buffets In Florida Are Worth Driving Hours To Experience
Most people think they know what to expect from dining in Florida. Then they discover this. Beyond the beaches and busy attractions, Sarasota County hides a food scene that feels completely different from the usual restaurant experience. Here, meals are not rushed, portions are not small, and recipes are not trends.
OLLI at Ringling College Presents An Afternoon with Carl Hiaasen
OLLI at Ringling College is excited to announce that Carl Hiaasen, a New York Times bestselling author, will be the keynote speaker at the launch of OLLI Talks, a new speaker series and fundraising event featuring well-known authors, educators, and experts from various fields and disciplines. The series kicks off...
This Small Old-Timey Florida Restaurant Is Not So Small When It Comes To Their...
What if the best burger in Florida isn’t hiding behind hype, trends, or flashy décor—but quietly sizzling where it always has?. There’s a spot where the grill does most of the talking, the room feels comfortably stuck in time, and the first bite makes you pause like you’ve just uncovered a local legend. No dramatic...
Florida property tax cut proposal is just another sting | Opinion
As I watched the property tax proposal pass the Florida House by a margin of 80-30, I was reminded of the old fable about the frog and the scorpion . The changes set to go on the ballot in November are being heralded as a break from financial servitude to government. That sounds great, but how would it actually work?...
