Five rescued after boat sinks 28 miles off Egmont Key, Coast Guard says
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Five people were rescued Friday morning after their boat sank 28 miles off Egmont Key, the U.S. Coast Guard said. The boaters were reported in stable condition after they were taken to awaiting emergency medical service personnel at Tierra Verde Marina. The Coast Guard station in...
Crow’s Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina: A Venice Waterfront Destination for Dining and Boating
Located on the South Jetty in Venice, Florida, the Crow’s Nest Restaurant, Tavern & Marina has operated since 1976. The upstairs dining room, porch, and bar serve seafood and other dishes, with views of the water. The downstairs Tavern offers a separate menu, raw bar specials, and a wood-paneled setting.
Energy drink cans cause sewer spill in Nokomis
Sarasota County reports two sewer spills this week caused by trash and roots blocking mainlines. Spills totaling over 1,000 gallons.
Reggae festival in Sarasota to raise money for Hurricane Melissa victims
SARASOTA, Fla. — Sarasota business and community leaders are raising money for Hurricane Melissa victims in Jamaica. Sarasota business and community leaders are raising money for Hurricane Melissa victims in Jamaica. The United for Relief Reggae Festival will support the on-the-ground relief efforts still underway....
This Classic Tiki Bar In Florida Will Serve You The Best Philly Cheesesteak Of...
Hidden along the tranquil shores of the Manatee River sits a bright turquoise oasis where Florida sunshine meets Philadelphia soul. Woody’s River Roo in Ellenton might look like your typical waterfront tiki bar, but one bite of their Philly cheesesteak will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about...
Bradenton ‘neighborhood pizza joint’ opens with New York pies. Take a look inside
At the age of 10, Mark Nilsen began learning from his grandmother and mother how to make pizzas and other Italian classics. And for 18 years, he had a pizzeria called Salerno in Stuart, Florida. After relocating to Manatee County to be closer to family, Nilsen recently opened Cornerstone Pizza at 5203 Cortez Road W....
‘So sad,’ say locals following demolition of Sarasota Square Mall
The now-demolished Sarasota Square Mall was once a happening spot in Sarasota County. It helped fill the needs of Sarasota residents, whether that meant shopping, eating, hanging out with friends, going on dates or seeing a movie. Malls, in the height of their popularity, were third spaces, or an informal, public...
John Walker teaching the importance of being a good student and person
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - John Walker teaches U.S. History and Psychology at Bayshore Highschool and is our Chalkboard Champion of the month for Manatee County!. Mr. Walker will receive $500 from Carl Reynolds Law for this award, and his students agree that he deserves this recognition. Mr. Walker has been...
Today’s finest video games for Sarasota’s population to play
These days, almost everyone is gaming. After devouring a delicious local feast, many Sarasotians return home to play their favorite FPS titles. Likewise, some local people invite friends over for Mario Kart sessions, while others enjoy mobile gaming in the back of a taxi. It’s everywhere. However, some of the best...
‘Flight to the North Pole’ enters 40th year supporting children facing the hardest medical...
PALMETTO, Fla - It's a long-standing tradition in Manatee County. Each year, 'Flight to the North Pole' gives children facing some of the most difficult medical situations, a day away for them and their families. The backstory:. They're taken right to a winter wonderland where the day is focused on...
