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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 · 1d

10 Tampa Bay

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State reports new dengue fever case numbers

Hillsborough County, FL · 1d

Gary Smith

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Pinellas County, Florida, Restaurants With the Most Health Violations in October 2026

Sushi Rock Grill in St. Petersburg led the October 2026 restaurant inspection list with 35 violations, while six other Pinellas County establishments were ordered to close. Across the county, however, more restaurants passed their first inspection than failed to meet standards.

Pinellas County, FL · 5d

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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 · 10h

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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 · 1d

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130-acre Derby Lane redevelopment plans revealed, including housing and a new casino in north St. Pete

A 380-home apartment and townhome community has been proposed for the eastern side of Derby Lane in north St. Pete, while a later phase calls for demolishing the existing casino building and rebuilding it elsewhere on the property. The planned redevelopment of the 130-acre site at 10490 Gandy Boulevard North...

St. Petersburg, 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 · 1d

Tampa Bay Observer

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Hillsborough OKs first $90 million and $263 million in bonds for the Rays ballpark, and bans concentrated 7-OH kratom

Hillsborough commissioners approved the first $90 million from the renewed sales tax and up to $263 million in tourist tax bonds for the Rays' new ballpark, though no money flows until the team proves its financing. They also voted 7-0 to ban concentrated and chemically altered kratom products like 7-OH.

Hillsborough County, FL · 3d

ourtownsarasota.com

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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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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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Amendment 3 Passed. Now we do the math

Amendment 3 passed last Tuesday with 62% of the statewide vote (65% in Manatee County), which surpassed the 60% threshold needed to add the additional tax exemptions into the Florida Constitution. I’m not going to rehash the risks, or the merits, of this as it’s now final. You can look back on my Substack for posts if you’d like to review my thoughts.

Manatee County, FL · 1d

Venice Gondolier

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'I don't want to see the bullies win:' Pine View teacher will fight for license

OSPREY — Since September, state officials have called for investigations into Pine View teacher Liz Ballard, despite Sarasota County Schools completing inquiries involving two students stemming back years.

Sarasota County, FL · 19h

Creative Loafing Tampa Bay

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Tampa Bay’s best live music and concerts happening November 12-19, including Jimmy Eat World, Fin Fest, Deer Tick and more

Jimmy Eat World's Tampa concert tops a new list of Tampa Bay's best live music, this time covering Nov. 12-19, 2026. The post Tampa Bay’s best live music and concerts happening November 12-19, including Jimmy Eat World, Fin Fest, Deer Tick and more appeared first on Creative Loafing Tampa .

Tampa, FL · 3d

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Treasure Island wants to unload its costly drawbridge

For nearly 90 years, Treasure Island has owned and maintained a causeway used by motorists from across Pinellas County. The city once charged those drivers a toll. Today, local taxpayers shoulder the cost. Now, Treasure Island is negotiating a deal with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) that could shift...

Pinellas County, FL · 3d

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Manatee County opens registration for Neighborhood Ambassador Academy winter cycle

Manatee County residents can get a behind-the-scenes look at how their county government works through the Neighborhood Ambassador Academy, beginning Jan. 13, 2027. “The best-informed residents make the strongest neighborhoods,” said Manatee County Commission Chairman Tal Siddique. “When people understand how county services work and who to call when they need help, they become a real bridge between their neighbors and their government. I encourage anyone who cares about their community to sign up.”

Manatee County, FL · 1d

Herald-Tribune

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Ruby Bridges walked into history in 1960. Now she inspires Sarasota

Ruby Bridges came to Sarasota on Thursday , and the community that spent five years working to bring her here made sure she knew it. The activist and civil rights pioneer was 6 years old when she was escorted by four federal marshals into William Frantz Elementary School in New Orleans in 1960, becoming the first Black child to attend the previously all-white school. Bridges arrived at Bay Haven School of Basics Plus, the first integrated elementary school in Sarasota County, to a sea of purple and cheers from students, teachers and parents gathered for the fifth annual Ruby Bridges Walk to School. For the students who have walked in her honor for five years, Thursday was the first time they got to connect a piece of history to the present. One step at a time Five years ago, Bay Haven School of Basics Plus teacher Teidra Everett came to her Sarasota elementary school with an idea. She wanted her students to understand that courage wasn’t something that belonged only to history books — that it lived in real people, on real streets, in cities not so different from their own. After learning about the annual commemorative walk from classroom

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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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

bradentonmag.com

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County’s 72nd Annual Christmas Tree Lot Opens November 20

Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County’s 72nd Annual Christmas Tree Lot Opens November 20. A beloved community tradition returns as part of the organization’s 80th anniversary celebration. The holiday tradition is back! Boys & Girls Clubs of Manatee County invites the community to celebrate the season at...

Manatee County, FL · 1d

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Palm Ave Pushback

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Fun, Smart, Talk. Our take on what’s making headlines on the Suncoast. Today, one of our Hot Topics included a discussion about how Sarasota’s long‑running fight over a controversial downtown condo tower is far from over. If you have ideas for what topics...

Sarasota, FL · 3d

Bay News 9

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Manatee County libraries could face cuts, reduced hours or closures after Amendment 3

LAKEWOOD RANCH, Fla. — Manatee County’s seven public libraries could face reduced hours, fewer employees, program cuts or even branch closures after the passage of Amendment 3, a constitutional amendment that will reduce property tax revenue available to local governments by increasing the homestead exemption. County leaders are...

Manatee County, FL · 1d