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1. Woman Identified After Decomposing Body Found Behind Bradenton Home: Sheriff (patch.com) — Bradenton residents are being urged to share any tips after deputies identified 44-year-old Starr Lashua as the woman found dead behind a home on 59th Avenue East, with an autopsy ruling her death a homicide. Manatee County detectives say they have a person of interest and are working toward charges, while Crime Stoppers is offering anonymous reporting options for anyone with information.
2. Man Convicted In 2022 Bradenton Shooting That Killed Teen: FL State Attorney (patch.com) — A Bradenton jury has convicted Erick Yoel Paz of manslaughter with a firearm for a 2022 shooting that killed a 16-year-old during a dispute over firearm accessories. The case, tried at the Manatee County Courthouse, underscores concerns about juveniles and guns as Paz awaits an October 1 sentencing that could bring up to 30 years in prison.
3. April, May, June tourism remained strong (amisun.com) — Tourism in the greater Bradenton and Anna Maria Island area stayed robust this spring, bringing nearly a million visitors and hundreds of millions in local spending. Officials say hotel and vacation rentals saw strong occupancy, visitor satisfaction was extremely high, and tourist tax collections are up sharply, especially in Bradenton Beach. The data will help shape future decisions on local tourism and infrastructure.
4. BOCC orders Facebook meeting livestreams restored after public backlash (thebradentontimes.com) — Manatee County commissioners in Bradenton have ordered Facebook livestreams of public meetings restored, after residents objected to a sudden shift to YouTube-only broadcasts without comments. Staff must now present data next week on costs, records rules, and public engagement before any permanent change is made. For now, residents can again watch and comment on meetings live through Facebook.
5. Manatee County couple makes history with first locally designated historic landmark (wfla.com) — A Bradenton couple's Johnson Helm House in the Oneco neighborhood has become Manatee County's first locally designated historic landmark. After decades restoring the 120-year-old home, they secured unanimous county approval and hope the recognition inspires more preservation. They also envision eventually opening the distinctive Romanesque-style house to the public.
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