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What Manatee County’s proposed e-bike rules could mean for riders

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County is considering changes to its e-bike and e-scooter ordinance, including a proposal that would prohibit riders under 16, as public safety officials report an increase in serious injuries involving children. The county’s public safety department reports a 27% increase in high-acuity e-bike injuries...

Manatee County, FL · 3d
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5 Best Restaurants in St. Petersburg, Florida You Need to Try Before Everyone Else Finds Them

St. Petersburg, Florida — a city where the Gulf’s salt breeze tangles in banyan branches, where murals bloom on every block, and where the laughter of neighbors, artists, and sun-seekers drifts through the humid air. Here, the skyline is a mosaic: Spanish-tiled roofs, pastel bungalows, and glass towers, each one echoing the city’s restless creativity and the warmth of its people. St. Pete is a crossroads — of Cuban coffee and Southern drawl, of rainbow crosswalks and pelican dives, of old-timers who remember the orange groves and newcomers drawn by the promise of sun and possibility.

St. Petersburg, FL · 13d
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How Did Three Thousand Vendors End Up At Red Barn Flea Market In Bradenton Every Weekend?

Every Friday morning in Bradenton, a big red building wakes up after four quiet days. By nine o’clock, booths are open, carts are rolling, and shoppers are hunting for things they did not know they needed. Fishing reels, crystals, leather belts, parakeets, fresh produce, and even golf carts all...

Bradenton, FL · 1d
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'You don't let bullies win.' Sarasota teacher will fight for her license at formal hearing

Sarasota history teacher Liz Ballard plans to fight back against allegations of harassing a conservative middle school student, and will seek a formal hearing at the state level, she told WUSF. District documents and interviews show the case centers on a middle school boy who talked in class about beating...

Sarasota, FL · 3d
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Inaugural Manatee River Turkey Trot Bridge Run

This Thanksgiving morning, local families and runners are coming together for a brand-new holiday tradition with a purpose: the Inaugural Manatee River Turkey Trot Bridge Run, hosted by the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa and Fit2Run. This is our newest race – our 4500-registrant Florida Turkey Trot at Nathan Benderson Park sells-out each year prior to the event.

Palmetto, FL · 3d

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Lockdown lifted at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital

The lockdown at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg was lifted at 2:30 p.m. Sunday. The hospital had been on lockdown amid a police investigation.

St. Petersburg, FL · 21h

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Ferg’s Pavilion lists two November tribute concerts in St. Petersburg

Ferg’s Pavilion has two tribute concerts on its November schedule: CRUSH! The Bon Jovi Experience on Friday, Nov. 6, at 7 p.m., and Sabbath / Long Live Ozzy! on Friday, Nov. 13, according to 10 Tampa Bay. A TicketWeb event page also lists Sabbath / Long Live Ozzy! at Ferg’s Pavilion as a free show.

St. Petersburg, FL · 3d

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Manatee County talks potential e-bike age restriction with families

Manatee County leaders are considering restricting kids under 16 from riding e-bikes and will hold a community information session Saturday afternoon.

Manatee County, FL · 1d

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Most Sarasota County and City of Sarasota offices and facilities to be closed on Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day

No changes to take place in regard to garbage, recycling and yard waste collections. Most Sarasota County and City of Sarasota offices and facilities will be closed Wednesday, Nov. 11, in observance of Veterans Day, both local governments have announced. Garbage, recycling and yard waste collections will continue as regularly...

Sarasota County, FL · 3d

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This Week in Local Government: 11/8/26

BRADENTON — All local government offices will be closed Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day. The Manatee School Board will be in session on Tuesday at 10 a.m., and on Thursday, the Manatee County Planning Commission will meet at 9 a.m. Tuesday. Manatee School Board Meeting...

Bradenton, FL · 2d

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Sarasota County seniors with household income up to $38,686 can exempt up to $50,000 of value from Sarasota, Venice and Longboat Key city taxes by filing DR-501SC by March 1

Sarasota County homeowners who are 65 or older and have household income up to $38,686 can exempt up to $50,000 of their home’s value from city taxes in Sarasota, Venice and Longboat Key by returning Form DR-501SC to the county property appraiser by March 1. The $38,686 limit is the figure the property appraiser lists […]

Sarasota County, FL · 3d

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DeSantis Says Amendment 3 Saved Florida From the Blue Wave - Sarasota Commissioner Warns of "Disastrous" Impact

Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis called the national election results "probably the political worst-case scenario for a midterm election" and said "Florida is the last main anchor standing." On Saturday he wrote on X: "Had Amendment 3 not been on the ballot, I don't know that we turn out the voters that we ended up […]

Florida · 1d

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With Amendment 3’s passage, County and City of Sarasota leaders talk of action already planned to deal with ramifications

County administrator references ‘recession budget’ for coming years. Early on during the Sarasota County Commission meeting on Nov. 4, Chair Ron Cutsinger addressed the passage of Amendment 3, which has been anticipated to reduce county property tax revenue by close to $47 million in the 2028 fiscal year and slightly more than $87 million in the 2029 fiscal year.

Sarasota, FL · 3d

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Sarasota again rejects controversial downtown luxury tower

A long-running battle over downtown Sarasota's skyline is likely headed to circuit court after city commissioners this week narrowly rejected for the third time a proposed high-rise that would become the city's tallest building. The proposed condo tower, formerly known as The Obsidian, has drawn widespread opposition over its height...

Sarasota, FL · 3d

Tampa Bay Observer

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Charlie Crist beats Ken Welch to become St. Pete's next mayor, and voters OK $600 million for flood and sewer fixes

Former Gov. Charlie Crist won St. Petersburg's mayor's race with 62% of the vote, ousting one-term Mayor Ken Welch. Voters also approved a $600 million bond for drainage, sewer and water upgrades. Here's what Crist promised, what happens to the Trop site and when he takes over.

St. Petersburg, FL · 5d

stpetecatalyst.com

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Another tech company expands its St. Pete footprint

St. Petersburg’s technology industry is growing beyond its traditional business centers, with companies working in financial technology, artificial intelligence and maritime defense establishing headquarters and expanding operations across the city. Some have arrived from larger markets. Others have grown locally, adding employees and office space as the city’s business...

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

Tampa Bay Times

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St. Petersburg’s Shopapalooza returns to Vinoy Park this month with 365 vendors

If you love arts, crafts, local food, acoustic music and family-friendly activities, head to downtown St. Petersburg Nov. 28-29 for a weekend celebrating Small Business Saturday (and Sunday) with 350-plus vendors. The beloved waterfront festival in Vinoy Park is organized by LocalShops1’s Ester Venouziou (and her merry elves who volunteer) and is co-sponsored by the city of St. Petersburg. It’s free and open to the public. (Leashed dogs are welcome.)

St. Petersburg, FL · 3d

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St. Pete greenlights disputed Chick-fil-A expansion

St. Petersburg City Council voted 7-1 Thursday to clear the way for a contested Chick-fil-A redevelopment on 4th Street North, overturning an earlier rejection despite concerns about the residents and small businesses that could be displaced. The Nov. 5 decision approved land-use and zoning changes for a portion of the...

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

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New Sarasota VA Clinic Planned for Lakewood Ranch Boulevard With Opening Expected in 2029

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is moving forward with a major outpatient medical facility in Sarasota County, bringing expanded healthcare services, new employment opportunities, and additional commercial development activity to the growing Lakewood Ranch corridor. A major healthcare development is moving forward in Sarasota County after the U.S. Department...

Sarasota, FL · 20h

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Trice’s farewell, Entler’s swearing-in a jovial affair amid cloud of Amendment 3

For her first, and final, State of the City address, Sarasota Mayor Debbie Trice skipped the typical speech to play a short film at City Hall. With voice-over from Trice, the clip played like a tourism commercial for the city. She highlighted Sarasota’s recovery from the trio of Hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton that slammed the area in 2024 and pointed to a spike in tourism over the past year. Trice also outlined major infrastructure projects, such as the Lido Beach renourishment and the replacement of a critical water main underneath U.S. 41.

Sarasota, FL · 2d