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Gallery | Manatee Sheriff's Office diver never knows what he will find

Capt. Brian Schnering prepares to dive into a Palmetto pond in search of a child after a report of a possible drowning. No child was found. 3 hours ago

• 5 things to watch Monday at the Florida Legislature 9 minutes ago

• Crist defends President Obama, blasts Scott 2 hours ago

• Dems, GOP test fall strategy in Florida House race 51 minutes ago

• Investigators chase 'every angle' in missing jet 26 minutes ago

Local News

Manatee deputy honored for helping save bicyclist hit by golf ball

Manatee County Sheriff's Office Deputy Edward Poelsma was named February Deputy of the Month after he helped save the life of a woman who had been knocked off her bicycle by a stray golf ball. 3 hours ago

• 21st Anna Maria Island Tour of Homes set Saturday

• Bradenton speedskaters grab share of medal treasure at local meet

• Lakewood Ranch-based Center for Building Hope ventures into business world 1 minute ago

• Bradenton's We The Kings builds music career 2 hours ago

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Crime

PHOTO GALLERY | Inmates booked in at Manatee jail on March 10, 2014

Some of the latest arrivals at the Manatee County jail.

• Suspect arrested after chase in stolen car in Bradenton 2 minutes ago

• Girl 13, boy, 15 charged with trying to kill her parents in Ocala 13 minutes ago

• Crash blocks 60th Avenue West in Bradenton 17 minutes ago

• Manatee deputy honored for helping save bicyclist hit by golf ball 3 hours ago

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Sports

Starter Charlie Morton has found a home with Pittsburgh Pirates

On the day he was traded away from the organization that drafted and had begun developing him, Charlie Morton received a phone call.

• Commentary | Tampa Bay Buccaneers expect to be active in free agency

• Keselowski edges Junior on last lap in Las Vegas

• FSU falls to No. 7 Syracuse, hurting Seminoles' shot NCAA Tournament at-large bid

• Mercer tops FGCU in A-Sun final, 68-60

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Business

Thavma Bikram Yoga burning up in Lakewood Ranch

Thavma Bikram Yoga, which opened in the Lakewood Ranch Gateway shopping plaza Feb. 28, is a marriage of gym and spa. When Marina Bourantonis opened her yoga studio, she wanted to blow customers away with an upscale feel and stellar customer service.

• 21st Anna Maria Island Tour of Homes set Saturday

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Opinion

Holy Molé, a reader favorite, returns to Herald comics pages

Holy Molé returns to the Bradenton Herald in the funnies, seven days a week.

• A challenge to politicians to answer questions yes or no

• Kudos to Tesla Motors CEO for being environmentally friendly

• Put nutritional labels on beer, wine and all alcohol

• Women have come a long way, but have far to go 10 minutes ago

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Living

'Traditional and biblical' Cortez Road Baptist turns 50

Cortez Road Baptist Church will celebrate its 50th anniversary next weekend with a grand festival, including a visiting evangelist, Southern Baptist gospel group and dinner. 16 minutes ago

• The perfect green for your frosting and more 10 minutes ago

• Quick dinner ideas for working moms 10 minutes ago

• Social Security Q&A: Military retirement; IRA withdrawals 10 minutes ago

• Baseball's Hall of Fame is a game-changer for fans 10 minutes ago

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Entertainment

Utah polygamous family says going on TV liberating

The newest Utah polygamous family featured in a reality TV show says sharing their story with a wide audience has been liberating. 6 minutes ago

• Marvel expands Infinite with 'Ultimate Spider-Man' 6 minutes ago

• 'Band of Brothers' vet William Guarnere dies at 90 6 minutes ago

• Jude Law, Judi Dench up for Olivier theater awards 6 minutes ago

• '300' sequel rules box office with $45.1M debut 6 minutes ago

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Lakewood Ranch

Lakewood Ranch-based Center for Building Hope ventures into business world

A move into the business world helps Lakewood Ranch nonprofit provide free services to people dealing with cancer. 3 hours ago

• Journalism Next's Brandon Hyunh 2 hours ago

• Bradenton's We The Kings builds music career 2 hours ago

• Women are empowered at International Women's Day celebration in Lakewood Ranch

• 'Leaning Tower of Pizza' can creation is award winner for Manatee architects

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