Police seek public’s help to identify woman suspected of using stolen credit cards
BRADENTON Fla. (WWSB) - Bradenton police are seeking the public’s help identifying a woman accused of using stolen credit cards at a Starbucks on Manatee Avenue and a Wawa on 1st Street on Nov. 5, according to investigators. Detectives urge anyone with information to contact Detective Scanlan at...
Empty church space becomes food pantry flourishing for Sarasota families in need
SARASOTA, Fla. - Eight years ago, an idea to transform extra space at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Sarasota, turned into a project that continues to help the community today. The backstory:. That space became the Twelve Baskets Food Pantry. Over the years, the need has grown. Volunteers work...
Manatee County Sheriff’s Office to deploy 500 new AEDs
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is rolling out new lifesaving equipment.
Developer of former Sarasota Square Mall site announces more tenants
The redeveloper of the former Sarasota Square Mall has announced several more tenants and new details of its 96-acre mixed-use project on the site, at the corner of U.S. 41 and Beneva Road. Demolition of the mall began last winter, after Sarasota County approved the project in April 2024. Three...
Man charged in double-murder of his two brothers in Allegany County
A 65-year-old man from Englewood, FL has been charged with 2 counts of 2nd degree murder after shooting his two brothers in a hunting cabin in Allegany County Sunday night, according to New York State Police.
Duff’s Famous Wings to Debut in Sarasota on Clark Rd
SARASOTA, FL — Duff’s Famous Wings, a Buffalo-born wings brand, is preparing to open a franchise location at 3900 Clark Rd, Sarasota, FL 34233, area manager Tim Williams told Business Debut. The restaurant is owned and operated by franchisee Pomegranate Capital, which also owns the Tampa Duff’s on...
Yarn meets java at St. Petersburg’s coziest new hangout
ST. PETERSBURG — Fiber arts is more than a hobby. It's a form of self-expression; a way to slow down, create something tangible, and explore handmaking traditions passed down through generations. Shannon O’Brien, owner and founder of the Common Thread Yarn and Coffee shop, says fiber arts is not...
4 New Sarasota County Restaurants in the Works
From relocations to expansions, Sarasota has some restaurant news you should keep your eye on. Check out four new spots planning to debut in the area below. If you want a closer look at any of the news, click the "Read the article" link under each section. If we missed any, be sure to comment and let us know.
Manatee County Salutes Bernie Brooks Upon Retirement After 17 Years of Community Project Leadership
Bernie Brooks, a known figure within Manatee County's government, has bid farewell to his role as a Building Supervisor in Project Management. On the eve of his retirement, following a 17-year stint steering community projects, the County extended its gratitude via social media. Plainly and with unmistakable respect,...
Lakewood Ranch Business Threatened By Tariffs
Op-Ed Letter from Lorraine Sayer, Lakewood Ranch business owner: By permission. The biggest shopping day of the year is just days away, but this year will be different for my business and thousands of other small businesses. For 23 years, I have run a small business built on transparency, craftsmanship,...
