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On Independence Day, Let's Celebrate Our Free Press
The 4th of July marks the historic date in 1776 when the Continental Congress approved the Declaration of Independence. The founders of the United States knew that independence was something to celebrate. Independence Day celebrations have evolved over time, and July 4th festivities remain an important part of American life.
5-year-old Florida boy called a hero after saving his younger brother from drowning
PARRISH, Fla. — In the heat of the moment, anyone can be a hero, no matter how old or young they are. On a sunny day in early June, firefighters from the North River and Parrish Fire Districts rolled into a Manatee County neighborhood with sirens blaring to honor 5-year-old Winston Tosi.
Weekend Sounds: July 5-7
BRADENTON — It's another weekend, and you know what that means. If you guessed another great lineup of local, talented musicians in Manatee, Sarasota, and surrounding counties, you would be correct. Check out The Bradenton Times Weekend Sounds to see what bands you can catch at your favorite venues.
Don’t miss July 4th fireworks and weekend fun! Top 5 events in Sarasota area: July 4-7
Happy Independence Day and welcome to the best weekend of the summer here in Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, and probably everywhere else in the land of the free and home of the brave. If you are reading this on Thursday, July Fourth, be sure to make plans to see some of...
Suncoast Blood Centers seeks donors after recent complex surgeries strain supply
200 unit spike in blood need related to a complex open heart surgery and complex childbirth that also required platelets comes at a time when number of donors drops because of summer vacation. Staff Report. Sarasota Herald-Tribune. SunCoast Blood Centers is making an urgent appeal for blood donations, because two...
Heat advisory in effect for Sarasota, Manatee counties this 4th of July
SARASOTA, Fla. (WSNN) — Happy Independence Day! Meteorologist Eric Kasunich here and I hope you have some fun plans for the holiday. Some things that are important to point out is that we are under a heat advisory that is in effect until 6 p.m. as the heat index is expected to be around 111°F.
Manatee County Sheriff’s Office deputy arrested
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - A Manatee County Sheriff’s Office corrections deputy was arrested Tuesday, July 2 in Sarasota and charged with Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon (without intent to kill). He resigned from his position shortly after the incident. According to the report, Deputy Benjamin Sampey was...
Manatee County corrections deputy accused of pulling agency-issued gun on man at Ackerman Park
SARASOTA, Fla. - A corrections deputy with the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office found himself on the other side of the law. Investigators say Benjamin Sampey, 21, was involved in an altercation at Ackerman Park on June 21. He told deputies with the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office that he was breaking up a fight when he pulled out his agency-issued handgun in self-defense.
Best restaurants in Sarasota area? 10 of my favorites and what to order (part 3 of 5)
I'm constantly obsessing over where to find the best eats, and for the past two weeks, I've been dishing out my top 20 favorite restaurants in Sarasota and Manatee counties — complete with insider tips on what to order. To celebrate the official kickoff of summer on June 20, I curated a list of 50 favorite local restaurants, each paired with an essential item. I mostly stuck to places with a laid-back vibe because, let's face it,...
Manatee pet waste removal company scoops up competitor
A Parrish-based poop-scooping business has expanded its reach thanks to a recent acquisition. DoodyCalls on the Suncoast — which serves Sarasota and Manatee counties and St. Petersburg — has acquired Clearwater-based pet waste removal company ByBypoo. Financial terms of the deal weren't disclosed. "We are thrilled to welcome...
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