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Refugees Sue DeSantis over Martha's Vineyard Stunt

TALLAHASSEE – Refugees flown from Texas to Martha's Vineyard at the expense of Florida taxpayers last week have filed a class action lawsuit against Governor Ron DeSantis and other state …

Father Confesses to Killing Daughter's Boyfriend

BRADENTON – Charles Heaven, who was wanted by the Manatee Sheriff's Office as a suspect in the murder of his daughter's boyfriend in a shooting at The Venue at Lockwood Apartments, turned …

Candidate Profile: Harold Byrd Jr.

Former Bradenton City Councilman Harold Byrd Jr. will compete in a non-partisan runoff election for the Manatee County School Board's District 2 seat on the November ballot with Cindy Spray. The two …

Candidate Profile: Cindy Spray

Cindy Spray, Vice-Chair of the Manatee School District Citizens Oversight Committee, will compete with former Bradenton City Councilman Harold Byrd for the Manatee County School Board's District 2 …

Weekend Sounds September 23-25

BRADENTON – Bradenton’s live music fans won’t have to travel far to catch their favorite bands this weekend! While there are some fantastic shows lined up at Sarasota venues, many …

Turning Points Seeks Winter Coat Donations

As colder months approach, turning points is asking area residents to help collect new or gently used coats (hats, gloves, and scarves) for men, women, and children from now until November 23. …

LWV School Board Meeting Notes: 9/13/22

The League of Women Voters of Manatee County observes Manatee School District School Board meetings noting items of interest to the League and adherence, or the lack thereof, to good governance …

Candidate Profile: Reggie Bellamy

After defeating fellow Democrat Charles Smith in the August primary, incumbent first-term Manatee County Commissioner Reggie Bellamy will face Republican Amanda Ballard in November's District 2 race. …

Candidate Profile: Amanda Ballard

Amanda Ballard, a local attorney specializing in child welfare and foster care, is the Republican candidate for the newly-redrawn Manatee County Commission District 2 seat. She faces incumbent …

DeSantis Defends Migrant Flight and Announces Tax Relief Plan

BRADENTON – Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spoke at a press conference in Bradenton on Tuesday. The event was held at the Anna Maria Oyster Bar Landside on 14th Street West. A sign displayed …

Sanctuary from Stupidity?

Ron DeSantis’ recent stunt in which Venezuelan refugees in Texas were fraudulently duped into boarding a flight to Martha’s Vineyard was a cruel and expensive way to feed the …

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