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One dead after shooting on Central Ave. in Ellenton

Cole Decicco, 23, was killed in a shooting in Ellenton on Friday night in the 900 block of Central Avenue, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.

Ellenton, FL · 2h

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County approved seawall for Bradenton attorney, then FDEP flagged potential violations

After months of complaints about waterfront construction at a Bradenton home, Manatee County has confirmed that multiple departments have visited the property to assess reported concerns. The county also confirmed that it has issued a Notice of Violation to the homeowners, while investigations remain ongoing. The confirmation comes nearly two...

Bradenton, FL · 3h
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Suspect in Bradenton Officer involved shooting refuses transport to court for bond hearing

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - 35 year old Dejerrian Murray refusing transport for his bond hearing Friday morning - the defense attorney making a motion to continue the case to next Friday. Murray is charged with two counts of aggravated battery on an officer, reckless driving resulting in serious bodily injury,...

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Arrest warrant issued for Manatee County screening contractor

An arrest warrant has been issued for the owner of Integrity Screening Plus, a Manatee County contractor accused of collecting tens of thousands of dollars for screening jobs and failing to perform the work, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.

Manatee County, FL · 21h

Bradenton Herald

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Bradenton man found guilty in deadly DeSoto Bridge crash, court records show

A Bradenton man has been convicted of a wrong-way DUI crash on the DeSoto Bridge that killed a pregnant woman’s unborn child. A Manatee County jury found Laurentino Serrano-Juarez, 33, guilty Oct. 23 on DUI manslaughter and other charges stemming from the April 2025 crash that left Ka’Leah Tracey-Marie Spells critically injured , according to court records. The charges included DUI manslaughter, DUI causing serious bodily injury and two counts of driving without a valid license, one causing death and the other causing serious bodily injury. An attorney representing Serrano-Juarez did not immediately respond to the Bradenton Herald’s request for comment. The Palmetto Police Department said the crash happened in the early hours of April 6, 2025, when Serrano-Juarez was driving a GMC SUV the wrong way across the bridge when he slammed head-on into Spells’ car. Investigators said Spells was eight months pregnant and heading home to Palmetto after getting off work in Sarasota. Bradenton man guilty in fatal DUI crash When police arrived, Serrano-Juarez was standing next to his SUV. He then collapsed in the road and passed out, according to an arrest report. Officers said they found “several” empty Corona beer bottles on the floor of his

Bradenton, FL · 12h

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Sarasota Area Events: November 13 – 15th 2026

This weekend has some terrific activities planned throughout Sarasota and Manatee counties, including the return of the Siesta Key Crystal Classic, a major food truck festival, the Sarasota Medieval Fair, a wine festival in Wellen Park, live entertainment, sporting events and theater. I’ve organized the listings by date and activity,...

Manatee County, FL · 2d

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A famous Florida steakhouse plans Sarasota-area debut

One of Florida's most famous steakhouses is planning its Sarasota-area debut . Charley's Steak House, which has two popular locations in the Orlando area as well as one in Tampa, plans to bring its renowned wood-fired steaks and upscale setting to Lakewood Ranch. Talk of the Town Restaurant Group, which owns Charley's, filed a site plan with Manatee County on Nov. 6 to build a 14,000-square-foot Charley’s Steak House at 6120 Exchange Way, currently an undeveloped parcel between Exchange Way and Interstate 75. What’s special about Charley’s Steak House? Charley’s Steak House is known for steaks that are flame-grilled at 1,200 degrees on custom-built pits fueled by Florida citrus and oak wood. In 2026, OpenTable named the Tampa restaurant one of the top 100 romantic restaurants in the United States, based on diner reviews and metrics. Charley’s Steak House was named after Talk of the Town Restaurant Group founder Charley Woodsby, who spent 60 years in the restaurant and hospitality industry, according to the company website. In 1968, he and William Darden opened the very first Red Lobster in Lakeland. After two years, they sold the business to General Mills, with Woodsby staying with the company to open 72 restaurants

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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Popular national sandwich chain opens second Sarasota restaurant

A national chain with nearly 50 years of history — known for its oven-toasted sandwiches and hand-dipped shakes — has opened its second Sarasota restaurant. Potbelly Sandwich Works opened Nov. 13 at 6650 Fruitville Road, Unit 146, in the Fruitville Farms shopping center near the intersection of Fruitville Road and Lakewood Ranch Boulevard. The Publix-anchored development is just east of Interstate 75. The new restaurant follows Potbelly's Sarasota debut last year , when the Chicago-founded chain opened at 1635 S. Tamiami Trail, across from Sarasota Memorial Hospital. “Potbelly is the familiar stop for a quick lunch, an easy family dinner or a shake at the end of a busy day when you need a sweet treat," Carol Manick, district manager at Potbelly, said in a statement. "We’re thrilled to build on our local presence and connect with even more fans here in Sarasota.” Potbelly plans to celebrate its newest location with a grand opening Dec. 4. The first 50 guests in line will receive free Potbelly for a year, according to the company. The event will also feature a ribbon-cutting and a game offering chances to win food, merchandise and other prizes. What is on the menu at the new

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Water shutoff on Coquina Beach extends into second day, closing some businesses

BRADENTON BEACH, Fla. (WWSB) - A planned water shutoff in Coquina Beach extended into a second day Friday, and some businesses on Anna Maria have posted online that they are closed because of it. The Moose Lodge in Bradenton Beach announced in a Facebook post Friday morning that it would...

Bradenton Beach, FL · 1d

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Manatee County Utilities says full service is restored; boil water notice expected to last 24 to 48 hours

BRADENTON BEACH, Fla. (WWSB) - A planned water main tie-in in Manatee County ran into unexpected problems, extending a scheduled water shut-off in Cortez and on Anna Maria Island longer than planned. Manatee County Utilities said full water service was restored to all impacted areas as of 1:30 p.m. Friday.

Manatee County, FL · 23h

Bradenton Herald

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The true cost of losing Sarasota Bay's natural infrastructure | Opinion

My family has called Florida home for six generations. When I am out on the water or walking with my family through the wetlands and uplands that remain in Sarasota and Manatee counties, I often find myself recalling how my ancestors saw these same waters and wetlands generations ago. They focused on progress and infrastructure that facilitated development, often at the cost of natural resources. Between 1950 and 1990, Sarasota Bay lost more than 1,800 acres of wetland habitat, approximately 38% of its wetlands, largely due to dredge-and-fill activities associated with coastal development, and we’ve continued to document reductions in natural areas since then. These habitats are the nurseries that support the fish and wildlife that make Sarasota Bay special. They sustain the food web that connects our “coastal corridor” of ecosystems, our fisheries, and the wildlife that draws people to these waters. Habitats need breathing room. Unlike roads, buildings and seawalls, natural shorelines are not static. They are living systems that are shaped by tides, storms and rising water. Their ability to adapt and expand is jeopardized when development surrounds them on one side and rising waters push from the other. Scientists call this process “coastal squeeze.” The result

Manatee County, FL · 2d

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Chipotle Mexican Grill plans new Manatee County restaurant, building records say

Another Chipotle Mexican Grill could be coming to Bradenton, according to building records filed with Manatee County Government. The standalone Chipotle restaurant is planned for 5722 14th St. W., Bradenton, in the same shopping plaza as a Winn-Dixie grocery store, records say. It would be the ninth Chipotle in Manatee County. In a recent press release, the company said it was looking to expand its restaurant footprint in Florida. Chipotle opened its newest Manatee location at 16680 State Road 64 E. in September. The fast casual chain is known for its build-your-own bowls and burritos, featuring Mexican-inspired cuisine. According to building records, the new Chipotle restaurant will also feature a Chipotlane, allowing customers to pick up online orders via a drive-thru window. As of Wednesday evening, the building records did not include a construction timeline or scheduled opening date. For more information, visit www.Chipotle.com .

Manatee County, FL · 1d

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Reward offered in unsolved 2024 killing of Bradenton mother

BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - Detectives are seeking information in the unsolved homicide of Yolanda Baxcajay-Flores, a mother of four who was shot and killed while pulling into her Bradenton driveway in 2024. An $8,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest, according to a statement seeking the...

Bradenton, FL · 2d

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Sarasota Memorial Nursing & Rehabilitation Center ranked among nation’s ‘Best Nursing Homes’ 2027

U.S. News honor follows Newsweek’s recognition of health care system just weeks earlier. Once again, the Sarasota Memorial Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has “been named among the nation’s best nursing homes, earning the highest possible ratings for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care” in U.S. News & World Report’s 2027 Best Nursing Homes rankings, released on Nov. 10, the Sarasota Memorial Health Care System (SMH) has announced.

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Cutting Loose Salon curly hair transformation

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Dawn Kast, an Artisan stylist and curly hair specialist at Cutting Loose Salon, shares a color, cut and styling transformation for a model with curly hair. Kast used the salon’s new Funner line on her model’s curls. She started with Heavy Hydrator shampoo, defined the curls...

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Santa’s Grand Arrival Parade set for Nov. 14 at University Town Center

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Thousands of families will gather at University Town Center (UTC) on Saturday, Nov. 14, for Santa’s Grand Arrival Parade. The event includes entertainers, giant balloons, floats, fireworks and a free after-party concert featuring a nationally known headliner. The headliner will be announced later this month.

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Mote Marine Stats Are In: Sarasota County Beaches Experience a Wave of Turtle Nests

Sea turtle nesting season wrapped up on October 31, 2026, for most of Florida, including the West Coast’s Gulf beaches. Some areas keep protections in place until November 15, depending on the county. With the season over, Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium released its latest nesting stats. This year,...

Sarasota County, FL · 2d

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After Lake Manatee Dam flooding, county turns to high-tech solution

As local officials released water from the Lake Manatee Dam to manage rising reservoir levels during Tropical Storm Debby, residents felt they were left with little warning to prepare for the flooding. Now, Manatee County officials are using a real-time data monitoring system, implemented after the dam flood, to help...

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Preliminary NTSB report released on Mosquito Control District helicopter crash

MYAKKA CITY, Fla. (WWSB) - A Manatee County Mosquito Control District helicopter struck an unlit, 150-foot radio tower before crashing near Myakka City, killing pilot Isaac Moore, according to a preliminary federal report. Moore, 63, was conducting a mosquito-spraying mission when the Bell 407 helicopter struck the tower at about...

Myakka City, FL · 2d