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‘It Was Sickening to Watch’: 1 Hospitalized After Group Struck by Lightning on Florida Beach

Holmes Beach · Holmes Beach

‘It Was Sickening to Watch’: 1 Hospitalized After Group Struck by Lightning on Florida Beach

100% Center coverage: 10 sources

A person was injured in a lightning strike on a canopy at a Florida beach on Monday See the Story

Watch as Huge Twin Waterspouts Swirl Off Florida Coast

Manatee County · Manatee County

Watch as Huge Twin Waterspouts Swirl Off Florida Coast

75% Left coverage: 4 sources

Watch as a pair of huge waterspouts swirl over the Florida coast on Sunday See the Story

'It’s Shameful!' FL Man’s Fine From School Speed Zone Camera Reveals Flaws in the New Law

Manatee County · Manatee County

'It’s Shameful!' FL Man’s Fine From School Speed Zone Camera Reveals Flaws in the New Law

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

We recently met up with Joe Weaver at the scene of the...violation.As soon as I make this right turn here, unbeknownst to me at this juncture, all I can see is just the pole here, he describes while walking the intersection of Old Hillsborough Avenue and Kings Highway near Lopez Elementary School in Hillsborough County.Watch full report from Katie LaGrone 'Its shameful!' FL mans fine from school speed zone camera reveals flaws in the new lawThe …See the Story

Just Listed in Esplanade at Azario

Just Listed in Esplanade at Azario: South-Facing Golf Home with Water, Preserve & Fairway Views 14846 Contenta Loop | Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211 Offered at $1,725,000 Looking for a luxury golf home in one of Lakewood Ranch’s most desirable resort-style communities? This 2025-built Pallazio model in Esplanade at Azario offers the rare opportunity to own a south-facing, deeded golf home with stunning long lake, golf course, and preserve views—a trif…Lakewood Ranch · Lakewood Ranch Read Article

Lightning on Longboat causes Freedom Fest cancellation

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Despite officials' best efforts, poor weather caused them to cancel the 'world's shortest parade' and other Fourth of July activities.Parade · Longboat Key Read Article

Toll Brothers of Fort Washington wins multiple awards, including Master Plan Community of the Year, at national competition - Around Ambler

Toll Brothers of Fort Washington, a luxury home developer, was honored with the Master Plan Community of the Year Award, six Grand Awards, and 18 Merit Awards at the annual Gold Nugget Awards in June. The ceremony in California honored architectural design and planning excellence and drew entries from throughout the United States and abroad. The awards span 60+ categories in home and community design. Winners were chosen from over 675 entries by…Lakewood Ranch · Lakewood Ranch Read Article

15-Year-Old Female Seriously Injured In Horrifying Golf Cart Accident

Golf Cart Accident (Not Related To Story)(Photo via Google) It was supposed to be just another chill ride on a golf cart. But in a blink, a Florida teen’s world turned upside down, literally. On Monday, a 15-year-old girl suffered traumatic injuries after being thrown from a moving golf cart in Anna Maria, according to AMI Sun. The accident happened near the intersection of North Shore Drive and Spring Avenue. Witnesses say it all happened so fa…Golf · Anna Maria Read Article

Longboat leaders keep pension board selections unchanged

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Leadership will remain the decision of town commissioners after the 7-0 vote.Longboat Key · Longboat Key Read Article

The Centre Shops loses David Gregory Salon

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

More than half a dozen salons once called Longboat Key home, but that number has decreased to one with the closing of the shop.Longboat Key · Longboat Key Read Article

Deadly virus halts cat intakes at Manatee County shelter

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

BRADENTON, Fla. (SNN) — A highly contagious and deadly virus is spreading rapidly through the cat population at the Manatee County Bishop Animal Shelter, prompting officials to take drastic action. The shelter has temporarily suspended all cat intakes as they work to control the outbreak of panleukopenia. Off-duty Florida nurse saves neighbor’s 5-year-old child who accidentally shot himself Inside the shelter, dozens of wide-eyed kittens a…Bradenton · Bradenton Read Article

Longboat hopes to buy underwater land for $10,000 (or less)

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The submerged acreage could help with a high-profile town sewer project.Longboat Key · Longboat Key Read Article