A Sarasota restaurant closes while five open and a waterfront dining destination advances
Sarasota’s dining scene saw plenty of developments in October, with a beloved favorite closing , several exciting newcomers debuting , and a long-awaited waterfront restaurant finally showing signs of life. These restaurant openings across Sarasota and Manatee counties introduced fresh flavors and inventive concepts,...
After near-death attack, Sarasota stylist helps other domestic violence survivors
The buzz of blow dryers and hum of small talk fill Rhonda Calahan’s Sarasota salon most days — until her phone rings. She doesn’t hesitate. She sets down her scissors, wipes her hands and answers, her tone soft but urgent. On the other end might be a...
A Century of Caring – Sarasota Memorial celebrates its 100th Anniversary
October 30, 2025 – Sarasota Memorial Health Care System marked a century of service with a special reception held today in the courtyard of its flagship Sarasota hospital. With approximately 200 guests that included past and present hospital board members, local and state elected officials, community leaders,...
New Paws, New Love: Adopt Puppies Today in North Port, FL
Whether you're thinking about adopting a pet or simply delight in watching cute animals, you'd find a plethora of endearing pets awaiting adoption at animal shelters across and close to north port..
Shooting Investigation Underway in St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg Police detectives are investigating an attempted homicide after a man was found shot inside his home Thursday night. According to investigators, a neighbor contacted police at 8:47 p.m. on October 30 after discovering 44-year-old Jerome Smith bleeding at his residence at 833 21st Avenue South. No one...
Florida Scam Warning: Fake Probation Officers Demanding Money for Ankle Monitors
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Bradenton, FL – The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a new phone scam involving callers impersonating probation officers and targeting families of incarcerated individuals....
Police investigating attempted homicide in St. Petersburg
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — The St. Petersburg Police Department said it is investigating an attempted homicide that occurred Thursday evening. A neighbor called the police at around 8:45 p.m. and said the victim was found bleeding in his home on 21st Avenue South. Police arrived to find 44-year-old Jerome Smith...
Massive master-planned community starts blooming near Bradenton
Key takeaway: Residents have already begun moving into SeaFlower, a massive mixed-use development in southwest Bradenton, where construction is also beginning on a shopping center for the master-planned community. Core challenge: Creating a development that stands on its own while being complementary to its...
After deal with Pat Neal, Sarasota County looks to expand work with private developers
The Sarasota County Commission has expressed interest in streamlining public-private partnerships for major projects, after some criticism in August for such a deal with a major local developer. The update was requested by Commissioner Ron Cutsinger, who said he supported public-private partnerships (P3s) as a more...
This Manatee land along the Myakka River is now protected from development
Conservationists are celebrating the protection of 13 acres of land along the Myakka River in East Manatee County. Manatee County commissioners approved the land’s purchase over the summer with $420,000 from the county’s voter-approved conservation fund. The land buy also expands Crane Park in Myakka City to 40...
