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Herald-Tribune

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17 Sarasota area restaurants hit with high-priority violations

Seventeen Sarasota area restaurants received high-priority violations during recent health inspections, while 17 other establishments aced their inspections. Our digital database of restaurant health inspections is updated regularly with the latest information on which Sarasota, Bradenton and Venice area restaurants passed or failed. You can use the database to search by Sarasota or Manatee County or by restaurant name. You can see which restaurants were fined and which were forced into temporary closure. Disclaimer: The Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation describes an inspection report as “a ‘snapshot’ of conditions present at the time of the inspection." On any given day, an establishment may have fewer or more violations than noted in their most recent inspection. An inspection conducted on any given day may not be representative of the overall, long-term conditions at the establishment. Ticket Newsletter: Sign up to receive restaurant news and reviews plus info on things to do every Friday Which Sarasota-Manatee restaurants got perfect scores on their health inspections? These restaurants and food trucks met all standards during their Nov. 2-8 inspections and no violations were found : 99 Bottles, 1445 Second St., Sarasota Crepetopia, 9626 State Road 64 E., Bradenton Domino's Pizza, 7353 University

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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 · 1d
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The Ledger

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Fort Meade Commission votes 3-2 for audit of mayor's travel expenses

(This article was revised to include a contribution from the Central Florida Development Council.) Fort Meade Mayor Jaret Landon Williams faces an internal audit of expenses he charged to the city involving his October trip to inspect data centers in Virginia. The City Commission voted 3-2 at its Nov. 10 meeting to order a review of Williams’ charge of $948 on a city credit card. Commissioners Jim Watts, Matthew Taylor and Candice Lott voted for the inquiry, while Williams and Vice Mayor Petrina McCutchen voted against it. Watts raised the issue during the meeting, questioning whether Williams received authorization in advance for his travel expenses and whether the charges covered any costs for two unnamed companions. Four city commissioners and City Manager Troy Bell traveled to Loudoun County, Virginia , in late September to tour facilities in an area known as Data Center Alley. They stayed one night at a hotel in Dulles, Virginia. Commissioners voted in April to approve a development agreement for a planned 4.4-million-square-foot data center. Williams did not join the group for the September tour. He later made his own trip to Loudoun County and charged travel expenses on a city credit card, Bell confirmed during

Fort Meade, FL · 1d

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New faces, same fights? Manatee’s new commissioners won’t rock the boat

Even with two new faces joining the Manatee County Commission, the November elections are unlikely to sway the board’s direction on top issues, like the county administrator’s contract and the debate over the Bishop Animal Shelter. Last week, voters elected newcomers Tara Poulton and Elizabeth Arnold, while incumbent...

Manatee County, FL · 3d
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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...

Manatee County, FL · 11h

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All Faiths Food Bank Poised to Distribute Thousands of Thanksgiving Dinners Across Sarasota County

For many years, in addition to its regular food distributions, All Faiths Food Bank has held large-scale turkey distributions across Sarasota and DeSoto counties, providing turkeys and all the trimmings to neighbors experiencing or at risk of hunger in advance of Thanksgiving. These distributions are part of the annual ThankFULL campaign, a three-month community effort to raise funds for 14,500 turkeys and 4.1 million holiday meals for families across Sarasota and DeSoto counties. This year's large-scale distributions for Sarasota County residents take place at the following locations and times: Veterans Pantry at Church of the Palms (3224 Bee Ridge Rd., Sarasota) on Tuesday, Nov. 10, 9-10:30 a.m.; Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (777 N. Tamiami Tr., Sarasota) on Saturday, Nov. 14, 9-11 a.m.; Ed Smith Stadium (2700 12th St., Sarasota), in partnership with the Baltimore Orioles, on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 4-6 p.m.; and in South County, community members can find turkey dinners at the Englewood Sports Complex (1300 S River Rd., Englewood) on Wednesday, Nov. 11, 5-7 p.m. or at Venice Middle School (1900 Center Rd., Venice) on Thursday, Nov. 12, 5-6:30 p.m.

Sarasota County, FL · 2d

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 · 1d

WINKNEWS.com

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Enjoy the 80s while they last: big cooldown ahead in SWFL

It's going to be a cloudy day today! That's going to provide us with the benefit of seeing less warmth building up once the sun tries to come out. We won't be without sunshine altogether, so expect high temps in the low 80s for many of us. We're also closely watching our moisture being pumped straight out of the Gulf primarily across the southern half of our viewing area.

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WFLA

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Polk County farm among 3 permanently protected from future development

Nearly 830 acres of working Florida agricultural land in Polk County and two other counties have been permanently protected.

Polk County, FL · 1d

Bradenton Herald

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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 · 10h

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Camden Bedinghaus prepares to bring a younger voice to Manatee County School Board

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - For Camden Bedinghaus, the future of Manatee County Schools isn’t just policy. It’s personal. “Don’t let anyone look down on you because you’re young,” Bedinghaus said. “And I believe that’s 100 percent true. I just proved it.”. Bedinghaus...

Manatee County, FL · 1d

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Spirit of Sarasota postcard contest to open for submissions on Nov. 16

At noon on Monday, Nov. 16, the window will open for submissions for the Spirit of Sarasota postcard contest, presented by the City of Sarasota Art Program in partnership with the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), city staff has announced. “The contest provides an opportunity for artists of all experience...

Sarasota, FL · 21h

Bay News 9

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Commissioners extend program that removed 64,000 pounds of illegal dumping

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Keep Manatee Beautiful’s illegal dumping rapid response team has removed more than 32 tons of trash from Manatee County roadsides and public spaces in six months, prompting county commissioners to continue funding the cleanup effort. The program began with a CareerSource Suncoast hurricane recovery...

Manatee County, FL · 1d

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Bank of America gives $15,000 to Manatee Habitat for Women Build home

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - Manatee County Habitat for Humanity has received a $15,000 grant from Bank of America to help build a home for a local mother and her children through its 2027 Women Build campaign. The home will be built in Kings Cross Place, a 27-home Manatee Habitat...

Manatee County, FL · 2d

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SWFL families face some of the highest health insurance prices ever seen

FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK)- Families in Southwest Florida who rely on Affordable Care Act marketplace plans are facing steep 2027 premium increases. COVID-era enhanced federal subsidies are no longer being extended, meaning families are left footing a much bigger bill. Tyler McClosky, owner of Rocket Health, helps Southwest Florida residents navigate health insurance options.

Desoto County, FL · 1d

Bay News 9

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Coast-to-coast Florida bike ride raises money for veteran wishes

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Army veteran Patrick Manning rode nearly 250 miles across Florida to raise money and awareness for the Denis V. Cooper Foundation, a nonprofit that grants wishes for veterans in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Manning’s ride began at the St. Pete Pier and ended four days...

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Sarasota Medieval Fair returns for five weekends of jousting and entertainment

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Knights, performers and artisans are gathering in Myakka City for the Sarasota Medieval Fair, an annual event that combines medieval-themed entertainment with shopping, food and games. The fair is in its 22nd year and takes place at the Woods of Mallaranny, a wooded venue at 29847...

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Mayors’ Feed the Hungry hosts Thanksgiving food drive at Nathan Benderson Park

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A community-wide Thanksgiving food drive is bringing Suncoast residents together to fight hunger while honoring the legacy of a local philanthropist. The Mayors’ Feed the Hungry Program is partnering with Nathan Benderson Park to collect 109,000 pounds of food in honor of what would have been Nathan Benderson’s 109th birthday on November 20.

Sarasota County, FL · 23h