Florida woman accused of killing 2 ex-husbands on same day, sheriff says
A Florida woman is behind bars after she was accused of killing not just one, but two of her ex-husbands on the same day, the sheriff's office said.
The Real Cost of More Roads
Every time Manatee County opens a newly widened road, we celebrate the extra paved lanes and the perceived faster travel. But should we?. Because I can make an argument that what we’re really doing is inadvertently sacrificing the very safety and sustainability we claim to want for short-term gain. After the...
Florida Christmas Train Rides In Parrish!
Tucked into the rural community of Parrish, just north of Bradenton and within an easy drive of Tampa and Sarasota, the Florida Railroad Museum offers a rare chance to step into Florida’s railroading past—and ride it. This living museum calls itself a “Museum in Motion” because its collection isn’t just for viewing;...
County quietly redirected $5 million in federal funds originally allocated for Tallevast sewer upgrades
MANATEE — A recent investigative report by 10 Tampa Bay found that Manatee County redirected $5 million in American Rescue Plan Act funding that had been earmarked for sewer infrastructure improvements in the Tallevast community. The funds were reassigned to cover county payroll expenses and to support the “Light Up...
Over 1,900 properties in Florida are on the U.S. National Register, and this is...
The historic Johnson Helm House, located at 2104 53rd Avenue East in Oneco, Florida (Manatee County), features the Romanesque Revival architectural style. The house and shed on the property were built out of rusticated concrete blocks around 1907 by Joseph S. Maus (c. 1852-1913).
Woman Was Driving Child to School When Dump Truck Slammed into Her Car and...
A dump truck hit 13 vehicles on a Florida roadway after the driver suffered a medical emergency, authorities said, leaving two people injured. The crash happened on Wednesday, Dec. 17, just before 8 a.m. local time. Officials said the dump truck was traveling east on Fruitville Road near the intersection of Tatum...
Walmart plans to open 4 new stores in Florida in early 2026
Walmart, one of the world's largest retailers, is looking to get even bigger as it plans to open five more stores in early 2026.
Contractor faces charges related to unfinished hurricane home repairs
TAMPA, Fla. — Bradenton Police officials announced they arrested Brian Michaud in relation to an investigation into unfinished hurricane repair work for seniors. “He was portraying himself as a licensed contractor, the license he was using was someone else’s, who had given him zero permission,” Bradenton Police Chief...
Florida lawmakers renew push to make the flamingo the state bird
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — For the fifth straight year, Florida lawmakers are pushing to change the state bird from the mockingbird to the flamingo — and this time, the effort appears to be gaining momentum. The mockingbird has been Florida’s official state bird for nearly 100 years, but...
WBTT to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s legacy
Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe is pleased to – once again – invite the community to celebrate the rich legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during an inspirational performance. The “Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.,” a soul-stirring annual tradition, features gospel and soul music, dance, and dramatic...

















