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Bradenton K9 officer honored during National Police Week
TEMPLE TERRACE, Fla. (WWSB) - Several police agencies from the Tampa Bay area gathered to honor 31 K9 officers at the Nam Knights Regional K9 Memorial at the Temple Terrace Police Department for National Police Week. Officers placed a rose on top of the Law Enforcement K9 Memorial statue in...
Detwiler's Farm Market breaks ground on new distribution center
BRADENTON, Fla. - The deals bring shoppers like Greta Belis to Detwiler's Farm Market. "I like the fresh food and it’s fun and I like the chocolate peanut butter ice cream. I love it," she said. "The passion I had then was (to) try to make fresh produce affordable...
Sarasota restaurant closes after 67 years, owner says ‘time to stop and smell the roses’
One of Sarasota's oldest and most beloved restaurants, which opened during the 1950s when the likes of Elvis Presley and Marilyn Monroe were the biggest stars of the day, has permanently closed after 67 years in business. Hob Nob Drive-In, occupying a prominent spot on U.S. 301 just north of downtown Sarasota, served its final burger and fries this week. The owners of the legendary burger joint had planned to continue serving customers through today, May 15,...
'Party of the decade' to benefit Sarasota musician's family after wife's cancer diagnosis
SARASOTA, Fla. - When the bands take the stage at Stottlemyer’s Smokehouse in Sarasota, the energy is electric. "It creates an environment where people come from all over," said Owner Steve Stottlemyer. He said the restaurant has brought in locals and big-name musicians. "We just have some of the...
Tijuana Flats locations are closing in Tampa and Sarasota
TAMPA, Fla. — A month after Tijuana Flats filed for bankruptcy, the Florida Tex-Mex chain has revealed which locations are closing. Along with the Chapter 11 bankruptcy announcement, the company shared in April that it was also under new ownership — it's now owned by Flatheads, LLC instead of TJF USA, LLC.
Best burger restaurant in Sarasota? My favorite for food, drinks, and a fun setting
National Hamburger Day is May 28, and as usual, this month signals the release of my top picks for the best burger restaurants in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Last year's list was a whopper, highlighting over 40 establishments renowned for their beef and bun creations, including the now-closed local favorite, Hob Nob Drive-In.
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