Watercolor paintings on display in Anna Maria Island
Anna Maria Island, Florida -- Through the month of February, you have the chance to check out paintings inspired by years of sailing around the world.Terry Denson's "Everyday Delights" will be on...
View ArticleBradenton officer honored for saving teen
Bradenton, Florida -- Saving a child is just one of the reasons Officer Andres Perez has been named the City of Bradenton Police Department's Officer of the Year for 2012.On July 26, 2012, around 3:30...
View ArticleHelp kick off Pirates 2013 Sping Training season
Bradenton, Florida -- Help the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Bradenton Marauders kick off the 2013 Spring Training season at the 4th annual Pirates Pep Rally!Players and staff will be at the event to sign...
View ArticleStar Warriors Spring Break Camp teaches respect, focus
Bradenton, Florida -- Give your child an awesome spring break experience with the Star Warriors Spring Break camp. The 5-day camp teaches children positive life skills like respect, focus and...
View ArticleBlack and Gold game helps education in Manatee County
Bradenton, Florida -- The first game of the Pittsburgh Pirates Spring Training schedule takes place February 22 at the newly renovated McKechnie Field.The Black and Gold Game gives fans an opportunity...
View ArticleMcKechnie Field open after extensive makeover
Bradenton, Florida -- McKechnie Field is open after the first major renovation of the historic ballpark since 1993. The improvements were unveiled Wednesday.The centerpiece of the renovations is a...
View ArticleLocal roller derby team faces Orlando rival
Bradenton, Florida - It will be a throw down good time when the Bradentucky Bombers take on the Orlando Area Derby Revolution Sunday, February 24 at Astro Skate & Fun Center.The Manatee County's...
View ArticleBradenton Christian School hosts open house for upcoming school year
Bradenton, Florida -- Bradenton Christian School will open its doors to the public for an Open House for the 2013-2014 school year.The event is Thursday, February 28 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.Visitors...
View ArticleUnleash your inner artist at Pinot Picasso
Bradenton, FLorida -- Whether you're a beginner or have a passion for painting, Pinot Picasso helps you release your artistic spirit.The experience was started by local artist Carment Leavitt, with a...
View ArticleLocal musician to perform at Strawberry Festival
Anna Maria, Florida -- Alongside some of the biggest names in music at the 78th Strawberry Festival this year - Martina McBride, Alan Jackson and Trace Adkins - will be 11-year-old Jake Castro from...
View ArticleLocal musician to perform at Strawberry Festival
Anna Maria, Florida -- Alongside some of the biggest names in music at the 78th Strawberry Festival this year -- Martina McBride, Alan Jackson and Trace Adkins -- will be 11-year-old Jake Castro from...
View ArticleBradenton Christian School takes audiences to Oz
Bradenton, Florida -- Fall in love with the characters of The Wizard of Oz all over again when it shows on stage at Bradenton Christian School.Drama students will take audiences to the wonderful land...
View ArticleOfficer earns recognition for putting burglar behind bars
Bradenton, Florida -- A neighborhood in Bradenton is at ease thanks to an officer's hard work. Officer David Durrance helped put a burglar behind bars after he admitted to burglarizing several homes...
View ArticleCelebrate women by helping build a home
Palmetto, Florida -- Celebrate International Women's Day by helping women build a home.The Manatee County Habitat for Humanity will host a luncheon on Friday, March 8 to benefit Manatee Habitat Women...
View ArticleDonations are down at The Food Bank of Manatee
Brandenton, Florida -- During the spring months, donations at The Food Bank of Manatee are slow, but you can help fill the shelves."This is always a difficult time of year for us because food collected...
View ArticleShoe Carnival grand opening
Bradenton, Florida - If you love shoes, you'll love this news! Shoe Carnival is opening its doors in Bradenton.The popular family footwear retailer will celebrate its expansion with a Grand Opening...
View ArticleAnna Maria St. Paddy's Day Parade
Anna Maria Island, Florida -- The Beach Bistro will host the St.Paddy's Day Parade on Sunday, March 17 on Anna Maria Island.About 15,000 people will line the streets to watch marching bands, pipe...
View ArticleCar sales to benefit 13th Avenue Dream Center
Bradenton, Forida -- For teens, it's a dream to own a car. For parents, it's a dream to make sure their children are safe and responsible behind the wheel. March 22 and 23, the Manatee Community...
View ArticleMayors deliver meals to homebound seniors
Bradenton, Florida -- Local mayors are showing their warm hearts by sharing a warm meal.City of Bradenton Mayor Wayne Poston and City of Palmetto Mayor Shirley Groover Bryant delivered nutritious meals...
View Article'Bridges to Careers' graduates 11 Manatee residents into the workforce
Bradenton, Florida -- The future is bright for 11 graduates of the Suncoast Community Capital Bridges to Careers workforce-readiness training program.The Bridges to Careers program helps unemployed,...
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