Manatee School Board Notes: 1/20/26
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Education Issues Committee observes the Manatee County School Board meetings for items of interest to citizens and the League and notes adherence, or lack of adherence, to good governance procedures and the sunshine laws. The following are the major points from the school...
Saturday Results – 2026 U.S. Street Nationals
The U.S. Street Nationals presented by M&M Transmission continues at Bradenton Motorsports Park including Pro Mod final qualifying, opening rounds of eliminations in the FuelTech Radial Outlaws Racing Series drag radial classes, and the first round of eliminations in Pro Mod, Pro 10.5, True 10.5, and Lil Gangstas....
Manatee County school showcase
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - The School District of Manatee County welcomed families to its annual School Choice & STEM Showcase. The free community event featured hands-on activities, demonstrations, information sessions and opportunities for families to connect with educators from every Manatee County school. Both...
Englewood Farmer’s Market (Video)
Englewood Farmer’s Market. It’s all run by the amazing Rotary Club of Englewood Sunset, with proceeds benefiting our wonderful community. When: Thursdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., October through May. Parking is available on Green Street behind the market and there are more spots nearby! Plus,...
The Mutt Strutt dog walk
VENICE, Fla. (WWSB) - The Venice Lions Club hosted the Mutt Strutt Dog Walk on Saturday, Jan. 24, a family-friendly fundraiser to support a local veteran in receiving a service dog. The event featured a scenic walk along with activities including a dog agility demonstration, vendors, food trucks, a photo...
Manatee County cold weather shelters opening
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - With colder temperatures approaching, Manatee County is opening up cold weather shelters at different locations. The Salvation Army - 1204 14th Street. West, Bradenton. Check-in begins at 6 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 25, and Tuesday Jan. 26. Under One Roof - 407 57th Avenue East,...
Best restaurants in downtown Sarasota? 10 locals love to recommend
After spotlighting the Sarasota area’s best hidden gem restaurants recently, it was time to focus on the county’s epicenter — which also happens to be home to Herald-Tribune headquarters and the neighborhood where I live. Living in downtown Sarasota is all about walkability — enjoying dinner and a show and perhaps a...
Satirical AND TRUE: Florida Woman Steals Her Own Car And Pepper Sprays Tow Company...
Ah yes… another beautiful day in the Sunshine State, where even stealing your own car somehow becomes a full-contact sport. This week’s episode of “Florida: Because Of Course” takes us to Orlando, where a 29-year-old woman from St. Petersburg allegedly decided that towing companies are less of a business and more of...
4-year-old injured after being struck by SUV
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A 4-year-old child was seriously injured after allegedly being struck by an SUV at an apartment complex on 67th Drive East, troopers said. According to Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) the driver of the SUV was a 20-year-old male. The child was transported to All Children’s Hospital, where the...
Sarasota County, FL, Libby’s Neighborhood Brasserie cited with 11 violations
Libby's Neighborhood Brasserie in Sarasota County, Florida, failed a state health inspection on January 13, 2026, tallying 11 total violations before passing a follow-up inspection the next day. The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation issued a warning requiring the local restaurant at 1917 S...

















