Facebook Friend Jars Memory of Tenant
A tenant at a home in Manatee County may have learned a valuable lesson earlier this week when it comes to fake friends on the internet. According to the Manatee Sheriff's Office, a 10th... Read More.
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Gov. Scott Pins Medal on Manatee County Deputy
A Manatee County Sheriff's Office deputy has been recognized by Gov. Rick Scott for saving two people from a burning car earlier this year. On late August, MCSO Deputy Willie Finklea was off duty... Read More.
Hurricane Season Extends Health Care Sign-Up Period
Hurricane season has pushed the Trump administration to allow two extra weeks for Florida residents to sign up for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act. The deadline was shortened this year by six... Read More.
Shark-Draggers Were In Search Of Acknowledgement
The three men who have been charged in the shark-dragging crime apparently were looking for a pat on the back from one of Florida's most recognized shark hunters. Mark "The Shark" Quartiano received the... Read More.
Two Dead in Wrong Way Crash on US-41 in Venice
Two people died after a head-on collision in Venice Tuesday night. FHP troopers say 63-year old Steven Poneleit was driving his pickup south in the northbound lanes of US-41 just after 6pm. He hit... Read More.
Longboat Key Police Trying to Seize ‘Voyeur’ Condo
Police in Longboat Key are trying to seize a condo unit after a short-term tenant claimed they found multiple hidden cameras at the home, being used to spy on tenants. It's only the second... Read More.
Elderly Pedestrian Hit, Killed in Port Charlotte
An 86-year-old pedestrian was killed in a crash Tuesday on Veterans Boulevard in Port Charlotte. According to FHP officials, 27-year old Benjamin Umbras was driving on Veterans Boulevard when 86-year old Ralph Smith stepped... Read More.
Who Approved $1 Million in Additional Funds for Venice Limepit Removal? No One Knows.
An ongoing project to remove the Venice limepits is underway, but one very big question remains for the Venice City Council. After the project underwent some complications, an additional $1M was approved to finish... Read More.
Attorneys Fees Against Superintendent To Be Paid For Through SCSD
The Sarasota School Board has decided to pay for an attorney that will help Superintendent Todd Bowden fight a sexual harassment charge. The board voted Tuesday 4-1 to pay for the attorney, as well... Read More.
Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Search For Missing Teen
A 16-year-old is missing and the Manatee County could use your help in finding the boy. Christian Todorov has been missing from his home in east Manatee County since Dec. 7th, although someone reported... Read More.