Former Sarasota Chief of Police Peter Abbott Joins All Star Children’s Foundation Board of...
All Star Children’s Foundation today announced that former Sarasota Chief of Police Peter Abbott has joined its Board of Directors, bringing decades of leadership in public safety, governance, and community service to the organization’s work supporting children and families in the foster care system. Abbott began his...
Bradenton shooting leaves 23-year-old man dead, detectives investigating
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - Detectives are investigating an overnight shooting in Bradenton that left a 23-year-old man dead early Sunday, Feb. 22. Manatee County sheriff’s deputies responded to the 1400 block of 34th Avenue East at around 3:45 a.m. after a report of a shooting with injuries, according to authorities.
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.
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?...
The Temptations and The Four Tops Bring Motown Classics Back to the Van Wezel
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Members and GRAMMY® Lifetime Achievement winners, The Temptations and The Four Tops, are coming to Sarasota for a night of classic Motown hits, harmonies, flashy wardrobes, and original choreography. They will perform for one night only at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall on March 23 at 7...
Adult day center launches campaign focused on comfort food, connection
SARASOTA, Fla. (WFLA) — For many families, the reality of aging or dementia can feel overwhelming. At Townsquare University Parkway, staff said they’re working to change that, with support, community, and a new effort to connect members with local businesses. From the moment you walk inside, the day is filled with...
Cooking for Wishes serves up funk, flavor and dreams that do come true
With enthusiasm, passion, drive and moxie, Sarasota's own Terri Klauber once again delivered a night of laughter, fun and food, sprinkled with a pinch of wishes, a dash of dancing and a heaping helping of philanthropy that only this town can cook up. Held at the Circus Arts Conservatory, the...
On the Front Lines of Healthcare: SCF’s Radiography Program
When most of us think about lifesaving healthcare, we picture doctors and nurses. But behind nearly every diagnosis is an image: an X-ray, a CT scan, or a surgical image confirming that a plate or prosthesis is placed exactly right. That critical work is made possible by radiographers, and at State College of...
