Goodwill Manasota launches Giving Mobile

Dedicated vehicle to collect unwanted items from the community makes its debut on Siesta Key

Goodwill Manasota executive celebrates 30 years with organization

Vice president Margie Genter ensures mission services achieve maximum impact

Nextiny earns national recognition for case study

Case study on successful inbound marketing campaign earns Integration Innovation Award from HubSpot

Goodwill Manasota receives grant to support ‘Homebuyer's Club’

Funds from BankUnited will help Goodwill employees to achieve home ownership

Nextiny presents workshop on using live chat and chatbots

Guest speaker for free program is Brian Bagdasarian of HubSpot, who will discuss conversational growth strategy

Goodwill Manasota launches financial literacy mobile app

A $10,000 SunTrust Foundation grant funds creation of mobile app to help users become more financially savvy while tracking their finances

Disaster Loan Center To Help Businesses Impacted By Red Tide

Manatee County is opening an SBA Disaster Loan Outreach Center to assist businesses impacted by red tide.

Bradenton Store Offers Alternative To Addictive Medications

The CBD Store, offering alternative treatments for people experiencing chronic pain, has opened its first dedicated store in Bradenton.

Goodwill welcomes two new vice presidents to the leadership team

Gray Videnka and Tony Lapera are promoted from within to lead Foundation and Information Technology department

JFCS of the Suncoast launches BeyondMe

New young philanthropists society aims to engage 21-45 years olds

Here's What Could Replace Tampa Bay Toys 'R' Us Stores

One report says a big retailer is going after many of the Toys 'R' Us stores left vacant after the closures.

Harvard 100: JFCS' Brown joins HBS executive education alumni

Harvard 100 program provides local non-profit leaders with executive education opportunities through Harvard Business School

National Home Builder Begins Construction In Lakewood Ranch

National home builder Toll Bros. has started construction on The Isles at Lakewood Ranch.

S.W.A.T. Non-Profit/Charity Showcase

Free and Open to all. Stop by this wonderful event at Desoto Square Mall

Goodwill Manasota launches 2018 marketing campaign

Goodwill’s 2018 campaign features local celebrities, shows impact and passion of dedicated supporters

Florida Has 30 Of America’s Fast-Growing Companies

Thirty of the 500 fastest-growing companies in America are in Florida.

Free Eye Clinic Opens In Bradenton

Turning Points has launched a free eye clinic at the Bill Galvano One Stop Center in Bradenton.

Restaurant Inspections: Roaches In An Onion Crate

Several restaurants in the Tampa Bay area ran afoul of state health inspectors over the past week.

Manatee Small Business Of The Year: 31 Finalists Named

The Manatee Chamber of Commerce has announced 31 finalists for its Small Business of the Year awards.

MBJ Group spearheading search for vice president position at All-Star Children’s Foundation

​All-Star Children’s Foundation is currently seeking a passionate professional to develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy​

Restaurant Inspections: Roaches In A Bucket

State inspectors temporarily shut down four restaurants in the Tampa Bay area last week.

Manatee Chamber Names New President and CEO

Jacki Dezelski has been voted in unanimously to be President and CEO of the 2,100-member business advocacy organization.

Chipotle Breach: List Of Affected Tampa Bay Area Locations

Chipotle has announced that many of its locations in the Tampa Bay area were affected by a data breach.

Watch: 4th-Graders Talk About Careers

Manatee Chamber of Commerce members visited more than 150 fourth-grade classrooms to get kids thinking about their futures.

Echo Lake Apartments Recognized as Gold Certified

This certification signifies that there is no smoking throughout the entire community, as recognized by the Florida Apartment Association.

Mother’s Day Shoppe Crawl Hosted By Bradenton Businesses

Six locally owned businesses are participating in the event, which features discounts and giveaways.

Beach House Restaurant Unveils Renovations, New Front Deck

The four-year project will allow for year-round dining in its Bradenton Beach location.

Homewatch Caregivers Expands To Meet Demand

Homewatch CareGivers announced a new opening in Bradenton called Homewatch Caregivers of Lakewood Ranch to meet the growing demand.

SCF, Manatee-Sarasota Offers Leadership Bootcamp

SCF is offering leaders an opportunity to enhance their skills, expand communication and manage their time through a leadership bootcamp.

Bradenton’s Mission BBQ Poised To Open

Mission BBQ in Bradenton is set to open later this month.

Score Free Breakfast Wednesday at Local Chick-fil-A

Ask for the "mystery item" during breakfast hours and enjoy a midweek freebie, Bradenton!

AMC Buys Carmike Locations In West Central Florida

Several Carmike Cinemas in the Tampa Bay area have new owners following the acquisition.

Floridians Carry 5th Highest Debt Load In Country: Study

A new study shows that only credit card holders in four other states are in worse shape than Floridians.

Restaurant Inspections: Sewage Backups, Roaches Near Cuban Press, Rodents

A Bradenton café, Ybor City Greek restaurant and a St. Petersburg Cuban eatery were temporarily closed by the state last week.

Escape Bradenton Announces Opening Date

Bradenton’s first escape room attraction is set to open in early November.

ICYMI: Entenmann’s Recalls Little Bites Brownies, Muffins For Choking Hazard

Breaking: Entenmann’s has issued a recall on some of its Little Bites brownie and muffin products due to possible plastic contamination.

Realize Bradenton Awarded at Manatee Small Business of the Year Luncheon

The 2016 Manatee Small Business of the Year Awards Luncheon was held today, August 12.

Edible Elegance by Eli Opens in Bradenton

The grand opening is scheduled for Friday, August 19 at 2:30 p.m.

Walmart Expanding Online Grocery Services in Tampa Bay

Breaking: Seven new Walmart stores are being added to the list of those offering online grocery pickup services in Tampa Bay.

Mixon’s in the Grove Expands Wedding, Party Facilities

Mixon’s will host a grand opening tour for its Farm House Inn and Amazing Play Place.