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Manatee County’s Growth Crisis Takes Center Stage: What Commission Candidates Are Promising

Thursday, July 23

Thursday’s Tiger Bay Club forum gave Manatee County voters a clear look at where commission candidates stand on the issue that matters most: unchecked growth. As one of Florida’s fastest-growing counties, Manatee is feeling the strain across every corner of the community. Traffic congestion... Read More.

Goodwill’s New Venice Bargain Barn: Incredible Deals by the Pound and 30 New Jobs

Thursday, July 23

Goodwill just opened its third Bargain Barn location in Venice, and it’s shaking up the thrift shopping experience in the Gulf Coast community. Instead of traditional racks and shelves, shoppers dig through massive blue bins called “boats” filled with donated clothing, furniture, and household... Read More.

Congress Splits on Iran War Powers as Oil Hits $100—Here’s What It Means for Your Gas Tank

Thursday, July 23

Thursday was a tale of two votes in Congress, and both tell a story about what’s happening in Washington heading into the midterm elections. The House passed a resolution for the second time to limit President Trump’s war powers regarding Iran, with four Republicans... Read More.

Rabies Alert in Sarasota County: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Family and Pets

Thursday, July 23

The Sarasota County Department of Health issued a rabies advisory this week after discovering a rabies-infected raccoon near Grove Point Boulevard and Proctor Road. While this is the first confirmed case in our area since 2022, it’s a wake-up call for residents and visitors... Read More.

Eight Months, One Phone Call: How a South Gulf Cove Safety Hazard Finally Got Fixed

Thursday, July 23

Moving to Florida is supposed to be a dream come true, especially if you’re leaving cold winters behind. Ron Riebe and his wife made that move late last year, settling on Greetings Street in South Gulf Cove with visions of golf, warm weather, and... Read More.

Mother Arrested for Human Trafficking After Accepting Money from Alleged Rapist of Her 14-Year-Old Daughter

Thursday, July 23

Court documents from Pearl River County, Mississippi reveal a case of exploitation and institutional failure that goes beyond a single predator. A 32-year-old mother was arrested on human trafficking and child neglect charges after authorities discovered she accepted money, sports tickets, and vehicle use... Read More.

Florida Sales Tax Holiday Through August 20: Save on School Supplies, Computers, and More

Thursday, July 23

Back-to-school season is in full swing across Suncoast communities, and Florida families have a significant opportunity to stretch their budgets. The state’s sales tax holiday runs through August 20, 2026, offering shoppers a chance to purchase essential school items and technology without paying sales... Read More.

When Workplace Horseplay Becomes Criminal: What Happened at This Memphis Taco Bell

Thursday, July 23

On July 18, a moment of workplace joking turned into a serious crime in Memphis. A Taco Bell employee threw boiling water on a coworker during what police describe as horseplay, resulting in second-degree burns on the victim’s leg and stomach. The injured employee... Read More.

4.5 Million Americans Lost SNAP Benefits in Less Than a Year: What’s Happening in Florida and Why It Matters

Thursday, July 23

A new study from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities has released data that should concern anyone paying attention to food security in America. Since the federal Budget Reconciliation Act took effect in July 2025, more than 4.5 million people have lost SNAP... Read More.

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Manatee County’s Growth Crisis Takes Center Stage: What Commission Candidates Are Promising

Goodwill’s New Venice Bargain Barn: Incredible Deals by the Pound and 30 New Jobs

Congress Splits on Iran War Powers as Oil Hits $100—Here’s What It Means for Your Gas Tank

Rabies Alert in Sarasota County: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Family and Pets

Eight Months, One Phone Call: How a South Gulf Cove Safety Hazard Finally Got Fixed

Mother Arrested for Human Trafficking After Accepting Money from Alleged Rapist of Her 14-Year-Old Daughter

Florida Sales Tax Holiday Through August 20: Save on School Supplies, Computers, and More

When Workplace Horseplay Becomes Criminal: What Happened at This Memphis Taco Bell

4.5 Million Americans Lost SNAP Benefits in Less Than a Year: What’s Happening in Florida and Why It Matters

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