City ward boundaries under revision

BRADENTON BEACH – The first reading of a proposed ordinance outlining the details of a Land Development Code (LDC) revision of ward boundaries was...

Paid parking lot opens in Bradenton Beach

BRADENTON BEACH – Following the demolition of the colorful Joe’s Eats N Sweets building to make way for a 106-room hotel/restaurant/retail project, the cleared...

Captains for Clean Water invites community to join cause

ANNA MARIA - In an uphill battle against corporate interests to maintain healthy water quality, Capt. Chris Wittman said mobilized individuals can make a...

Manatee County makes strides in improving water quality

Manatee County - Local water quality is improving through the efforts of Manatee County environmental staff, according to the county’s Natural Resources Director Charlie...

Magnolia Inn demolished for hotel project

BRADENTON BEACH – The third of four buildings has come down to clear the way for a 106-room resort hotel/restaurant/retail complex at the corner...

Leslie Lake

Sun correspondent Leslie Lake covers the environment and Cortez. Email