These workers are filtering a Florida oyster river one rag at a time
A nonprofit organization working to restore water-filtering oysters in the Manatee River is speeding up its progress with an unconventional new tool. The Manatee River, once known as the Oyster River, had a surplus of oysters in the 1800s. But, largely due to their commercial harvesting for road pavement and building...
Lakewood Ranch residents report check-washing scam as U.S. Postal Inspector investigates mail theft
LAKEWOOD RANCH, Fla. - Checks in the mail have become the subject of thieves in the Lakewood Ranch area, with some residents seeing their bank accounts hemorrhaging money. The U.S. Postal Inspector said they have an investigator on the case, but residents are warning others to beware of check-washing schemes.
We’ve Found 7 Amish Restaurants in Florida Worth The Drive
Craving comfort food that tastes like it came straight from a family farmhouse kitchen? Florida might surprise you with its pocket of Amish and Mennonite eateries serving golden broasted chicken, flaky pies, and breakfasts that make you slow down and savor. Tucked around Sarasota, these spots deliver honest cooking,...
Bradenton Daughter Refuses To Hide After Dad Shot In Targeted Attack
Julia Scott, daughter of David Scott and a familiar face around Heritage Harbour in Bradenton, says her father was shot at his home and later died after what deputies now describe as a targeted attack. She is now caring for her father's two dogs and says she will attend upcoming court hearings as the case moves...
Port Charlotte Man Arrested after Hoax Bomb at Venice UPS Store
Andrew A. Bevan, 55, from Port Charlotte, landed in jail Wednesday, March 4, 2026, after planting a fake bomb at the UPS Store in Venice Commons Plaza. Early that morning on East Venice Avenue, someone spotted the suspicious device. The store cleared out, and Venice police rushed in. By around 10:50 a.m.,...
Popular doughnut shop opens second Sarasota location
Peachey’s Baking Co. started selling hand-crafted doughnuts at Sarasota 's Phillippi Farmhouse Market in 2009. Nate and Nicole Peachey’s business quickly blossomed to include several food trucks that were frequently greeted by long lines of hungry customers at festivals and state fairs from Florida to Minnesota. “We...
Nordstrom Rack sets Sarasota store opening date
An off-price retailer will open in the Sarasota Pavilion in mid-March. Nordstrom Rack has set its opening date for Thursday, March 19, at the shopping plaza at the corner of Stickney Point Road and US 41. The store will occupy 27,000 square feet in a spot that used to house...
Northport man faces hearing in illegal gambling house case
NORTHPORT, Fla. (WWSB) - A Northport man accused of running an illegal gambling house is scheduled for a hearing Thursday afternoon in Sarasota County. Alex Jacobs was arrested last November following a raid on Headquarters Social, located on South Tamiami Trail in Northport. The Sarasota County Sheriff’s...
Pelican in peril! Holmes Beach police save ‘Petey’
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WSNN) — Police in Holmes Beach helped save a vulnerable pelican on Wednesday. Marine officers spotted “Petey” in the water and acted quickly. They were able to catch him and keep him safe until wildlife experts could get there. In a post on Facebook,...
Waves Boat & Social Club recharts course with Stickney sale pending
Key takeaway: Waves Boat & Social Club is one of several tenants that must relocate from its Stickney Point base because Sarasota County plans to buy the property. Core challenge: Moving 12 boats and finding another site near members. What’s next: The business is actively looking for a new location....
