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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

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Big changes coming as strong cold front passes

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Clouds build today:. Expect more clouds to enter into our skies today ahead of our next cold front which is forecast to pass overnight tonight and into tomorrow…. Last day for highs near 80 degrees:. Until then, high temperatures today will be in the upper 70s...

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 · 5h

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City of Sarasota grapples with Amendment 3

Tax cuts could affect the city’s commitment to fund a new performing arts center. Host: With the November 3 election behind us, the City of Sarasota is looking to understand how Amendment 3 affects them and their prior commitments, including to partially fund a new performing arts center. Noah Bookstein reports.

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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UnitedHealthcare says Lee Health intends to leave its Medicare Advantage network Jan. 1, 2027, and Sarasota Memorial says renewing its contract appears very unlikely

UnitedHealthcare sent Lee Health a proposal on Oct. 30 to keep its Medicare Advantage and commercial members in network, and the insurer’s Lee Health notice, updated Nov. 3, says the Lee County system still intends to leave both networks starting Jan. 1, 2027. Across the Gulf Coast in Sarasota, Sarasota Memorial Health Care System says... The post UnitedHealthcare says Lee Health intends to leave its Medicare Advantage network Jan. 1, 2027, and Sarasota Memorial says renewing its contract appears very unlikely appeared first on The Financial Wire .

Lee County, FL · 2d

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This Florida Cafe Makes Fresh Cinnamon Rolls And Soft Pretzels Worth Waking Up Early For

One reviewer called the cinnamon rolls gigantic at Mama G’s on Central Avenue in St. Petersburg,Florida. Creative Loafing’s 2024 cinnamon roll award highlighted the bakery’s Kenneth City shop, where the roll drew praise for its light glaze and chewy dough. The Central Avenue menu also lists a...

St. Petersburg, FL · 1d

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First Alert Weather Day: Temps drop and winds increase

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Changes on the way!. Our cold front has passed us overnight allowing for isolated shower activity…. Now the rain has passed and our skies are clearing with the dry air on the way alongside the cooler temperatures. What to expect today:. Today, highs are only forecast...

Sarasota, FL · 8h

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Honoring veterans in Sarasota, annual parade brings largest crowd yet

A sea of red, white, and blue filled the streets of downtown Sarasota Wednesday as the community came together to honor our nation's veterans.

Sarasota, FL · 1d

Herald-Tribune

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NCAA November signings. Venice, Riverview, Sarasota, Mooney among those celebrating

A roundup from the NCAA November 2026 signing period. Venice Venice High School held its National Signing Day ceremony on Wednesday, November 11, celebrating 14 athletes. Six Venice baseball players signed on Wednesday, including right-handed pitcher Kasen Poplin (Liberty University), outfielder/right-handed pitcher RJ Shields (Mississippi State), outfielder August Backman (Florida), shortstop Graham Houston (LSU), catcher Jonathan Mauro (Columbia) and pitcher Aiden Cary (Santa Fe Community College). Shields is one of the top recruits in the country, ranking 97th nationally, according to Perfect Game. During the 2026 season, Shields posted a slash line of .299/.417/.448 in 87 at bats. He had a 0.34 ERA and 0.79 WHIP, striking out 26 batters. “It was nice to sign next to all my brothers,” Shields said. “I’ve been playing with them for four years. It’s just really cool to see how we’ve come.” Alongside Shields, Backman inked his commitment to Florida. Last season, Backman was talking to both Florida and Virginia, during a standout junior season. He had a slash line of .485/.587/.713 in 101 at bats. Once Backman took an unofficial visit to Florida, he cancelled his visit to Virginia that was scheduled for the next weekend. Backman said he was shown everything

Sarasota, FL · 1d

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Energy blockade, mass migration affect Cuba—and Florida

An observer who will speak in Sarasota this Friday weighs in. Host: Let’s start with a reminder: Havana is almost exactly the same distance from Sarasota as Tallahassee. History has taught us that whatever happens in Cuba makes big ripples here. This Friday, the Sarasota World Affairs Council will host a speaker who will give us an update on what’s happening across the Florida Strait.

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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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 · 20h

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Red cross removed from former Sarasota church property

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A large red cross outside the former church property at 3005 S. Tuttle Ave. was moved Tuesday at 1 p.m. Parkinson Place, which purchased the property, is donating the cross to Campbell RV on Cattlemen Road. Crews worked for two hours to remove it. Campbell RV...

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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Munchies 420 Café Is Reopening Under Its Original Ownership

Sarasota has more than its fair share of fine dining establishments. There’s no shortage of places you can go at a reasonable hour to eat reasonable food while dressing and acting reasonably. Munchies 420 Café was not one of those places—and its patrons wouldn’t have had it any other way.

Sarasota, FL · 2d

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EXCLUSIVE: Sales Up at 2026 Keller Marine & RV East Coast Show

The Keller Marine & RV East Coast aftermarket distributor show returned to Florida on Nov. 2-3, 2026. Keller owner Mike Keller said the event exceeded sales expectations. “It is no secret that the market is not doing great right now,” Keller said, “So, going into the show, our mentality was that it would be slower because of people watching their spending, but it went better than we hoped. Attendance was what we planned for, and the sales per dealer were up from what we expected.”

Palmetto, FL · 2d

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Weekly Tidbits November 12, 2026

Deck the Hulls: Pinellas County Boaters, It’s Time to Join a Holiday Boat Parade. There are some holiday traditions that just feel like Florida, and lighted boat parades are certainly one of them. For generations, boaters and waterfront communities across Pinellas County have celebrated the season by decorating their vessels and taking to the waterways, creating sparkling nighttime spectacles for everyone on shore to enjoy. Learn more at https://www.paradisenewsfl.com/deck-the-hulls/.

Pinellas County, FL · 20h

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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 · 2d

Tampa Bay 28

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St. Pete residents could lose their homes due to a Chick-fil-A expansion

The expansion is aimed at alleviating traffic backups and improving pedestrian safety, but that expansion would require the demolition and relocation of seven apartments and several local businesses, including the Aquatic Galleria.

St. Petersburg, FL · 2d

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Made for Tourists or Locals? Sarasota’s Newest Coastal Clothing Line Doesn’t Play Favorites

For some, Sarasota is a favorite vacation destination. For others, it's the place they've always called home. For the family behind SRQutie, it's a little bit of both: a place filled with memories, traditions, and three generations of family history. That connection to the Suncoast inspired the creation of SRQutie,...

Sarasota, FL · 17h