Lifestyle
State College of Florida to Host Author A'Lelia Bundles on March 2
Bundles will discuss her latest biography on her great-grandmother, A'Lelia Walker, and the Harlem Renaissance.
Police Rescue Injured Bald Eagle on Presidents Day
Good Samaritan and officers work together to save the bird in Bradenton, Florida
Bradenton Residents Invited to Share Acts of Kindness
Patch partners with T-Mobile on Good Deeds, Great Communities initiative to spotlight local generosity
Crime
Tampa Guide Dies In CA Avalanche
2 Rescued From Fire: FL Weekend
23-year-old man killed in Bradenton shooting, Manatee deputies say
The shooting happened early Sunday morning, the sheriff's office said.
IMG Academy Fined Nearly $2 Million Over Cartel Ties
Prep school penalized for accepting payments from parents linked to Mexican drug cartel.
Business
Florida Retailer Bealls Names Ross Exec as New VP of Stores
David N. Brown will lead store operations across several regions nationwide.
First Watch Restaurant CFO Mel Hope to retire
Longtime finance chief plans to step down later this year as company searches for successor
OFAC Fines IMG Academy $1.72M for Sanctions Violations
The enforcement action highlights sanctions risks for schools, universities, and other academic institutions.
Sports
Cy Young Winner Skenes Loses Strikes to ABS in Spring Debut
Pittsburgh Pirates' ace Paul Skenes had four strikes overturned by the automated ball-strike system in his first spring training start.
Pirates' Top Prospect Konnor Griffin Hits Two Home Runs in Spring Breakout
The 19-year-old shortstop is considered one of the best prospects in recent baseball history.
Pirates' Nick Yorke Shows Versatility in Spring Training Usage
The young infielder is getting reps at multiple positions as he aims for a roster spot.
