It's St. Patrick's Day weekend, and we hope you have a safe and fun time out at these local, amazing venues in the Manatee, Sarasota, and surrounding counties. As always, check out … MORE

BPD continues to warn Bradenton citizens about popular, recurring scams that often target elderly citizens. Scammers use multiple tactics, but the goal is always to con victims into providing bank … MORE

Terry C. Camp, of Parrish, Fl passed away on March 4, 2024, at the age of 76. He was born in Tupelo, MS. Terry was a proud United States Marine and recipient of two Purple Hearts during his … MORE

Raymond R. Crane Sr of Bradenton, FL, passed away March 12th, 2024. MORE

Mrs. Joann Smith Lakes, 87, of Palmetto, passed away on March 9, 2024 due to a long illness. She was the widow of Chester Burman Lakes and the daughter of the late George and Elizabeth Smith of … MORE

McGinnis, William Patrick "Pat", 76, passed away peacefully at home with his wife, Marian, by his side, on Anna Maria Island on March 5, 2024. Pat was born November 29, 1947, and raised in St. … MORE

Bonnie (Drake) Carr, age 89, formerly of Camden, Ohio, died Wednesday, March 6, 2024 in Florida. Born on October 6, 1934 in Campton, KY, she was the daughter of the late Charles & Malvera … MORE

Louis S. Genatossio, 61; affectionately known as Lou, Louie, and Papa Lou; passed away at home surrounded by family on March 3, 2024, in Sarasota, Florida. Louis was born in Quincy, … MORE

On Thursday, March 7, 2024, surrounded by his loving and devastated family, the frequent flyer, Patrick Joseph Maroney, passed on to his next adventure. As his children Daniel and Meghan put it, Dad … MORE

Dann Allen Bouwer went peacefully to be with his Lord on March 7, 2024. Born on November 16, 1953, in Grand Rapids, MI Dann was 70 years … MORE

Passed away in Bradenton, FL. He is survived by his brothers, Robert (Sherry) Clifford, Gary (Nancy) Clifford, and Daniel (Kathy) Clifford, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. MORE

Phillip E. Harper, former Bradenton resident, passed away December 23, 2023, after a long illness. He worked at Freedom Village as the … MORE

Joy is survived by her devoted husband; Doug, mother; Laura, siblings and many friends. Memories and condolences may be shared at … MORE

It is with great sadness that the family of Mr. Taurean Crawford announces his passing on February 23, 2024 at the age of 45. Taurean passed away unexpectedly, and will be lovingly remembered by his … MORE

Alan was born on May 21, 1946 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. He is one of six children and the son of Ruth E. Lutz and George W. Johnson, who … MORE

Lucille A. Robertson (Wagner), 97, of the Garden Lakes community in Bradenton, passed away with family on December 26, 2023. Lucy's … MORE

Mrs. Joann Smith Lakes, 87, of Palmetto, passed away on March 9, 2024 due to a long illness. She was the widow of Chester Burman Lakes and the daughter of the late George and Elizabeth Smith of … MORE

John R Cicotta, 89, of Bradenton, Florida, peacefully passed away March 9, 2024. John, "John Dear" is predeceased by his father, Thomas Cicotta; mother, Helen Cicotta (Gangi); and daughter, … MORE

Eugene "Gene" Hany, 92, of Bradenton passed away March 10, 2024. Gene was born in Lexington, IL, to Clarence Hany and Lucille (Ogden) Hany. The family moved to Elkhart, IN, and Gene graduated from … MORE

Mary Louise (Green) Lang was born on October 1, 1937, in Ellenton, Florida to the late Willie and Sylvia (Carnes) Green. She passed on March 8, 2024 in Bradenton, Florida at the age of 86. Mary … MORE

Bettie Carol Zielke, formerly Bettie Chadwick, née Bettie Hamm, 91, of Bradenton, FL, passed away peacefully on March 9, 2024, after a brief illness. She was born on February 13, 1933, in … MORE

Helen Frances Eason passed away peacefully into Heaven on March 8, 2024. Helen was born March 4, 1938, in Providence, Rhode Island to … MORE

Walter "Charlie" Grace, 97 years young, of Bradenton passed away February 21, 2024, at Freedom Village, where he resided for 20 years. He … MORE

Phyllis Jean Walters Coffey, aged 91, passed peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on March 7, 2024, after bravely battling cancer. Born in Ironton, Ohio, Phyllis also lived in West Virginia and … MORE

It is with great sorrow that we announce the passing of Carol J. Chase, 74, of Bradenton, FL on March 2, 2024. She will … MORE

Christine F. Gray, passed into eternal life to join her husband, Neil on March 1, 2023. Survived by her daughter; Debra and son-in-law; … MORE

Joseph Neil Heffernan passed away on February 24, 2024 at the age of 97 while in hospice at Freedom Village … MORE

Barbara Parker, 83, of Brandon (formerly of Bradenton), passed away on Feb. 8, 2024. Barbara is survived by her sons, John, Michael, Steven and Andrew; daughter, Suzanne; 12 grandchildren; and 6 … MORE

Reggie Fields, Jr departed this life in Bradenton, Florida. A public visitation will be held on Friday, March 8, 2024 from 6 PM to 8 PM at Westside funeral home 204 7th St. W., Palmetto, FL 34221. MORE

Aundrellia V. Live, 57, of Bradenton, FL. Born 04/22/1966, slept into Eternal Rest 03/01/2024. Public viewing will be held Fri., March 8th, … MORE

Melinda VeraMae Williams, a native of Manatee County, was born on April 30, 1963. She was a member of St. John First Baptist Institutional Church. She was baptized along with her uncle, Willie … MORE

Jean Etsinger passed away on March 1, 2024. An accomplished journalist, she was a lifelong believer in volunteerism and charity, with a particular fondness for arts and humanities. She was born to … MORE