Bradenton

A Gallup survey ranking 26 U.S. communities found Bradenton scored highest of all in the category of "emotional attachment'' as measured by social offerings, physical beauty and an open and welcoming nature. That friendly vibe particularly permeates the Village of the Arts, an enclave where bountiful whimsy expresses itself in the district's colorful cottages, studios, galleries, book stores and restaurants. Bradenton is also home to the headquarters of Beall's Department Stores, Tropicana and Champs Sports. Just to the west, mile-wide Anna Maria Island is home to three laid-back island communities. Just to the east is Lakewood Ranch, one of Florida's newest and hippest planned communities.

Bradenton Features

Graduate Tampa Bay: Single Mom Conquers Fear, Disability To Return To School

By Megan Hendricks Tuesday, May 21, 2013

Jodi Bell not only fulfills her dreams, but learns valuable life skills while pursuing a college degree.

Center For Building Hope: A Place Designed For Healing

By Jessi Smith Tuesday, May 14, 2013

The designers of the Center For Building Hope at Lakewood Ranch in Sarasota created a place where cancer patients and their families find peace and sustenance in surroundings influenced by nature.

Are We Cool Or What? Sharing The Love While Wishing For More In Tampa Bay

By Diane Egner Tuesday, March 26, 2013

The need for good, safe transportation options as well as a desire for better communications about Tampa Bay events, history and diversity top the wish lists of 83 Degrees Media readers. See specific suggestions for elevating our CQ (coolness quotient).

Graduate Tampa Bay: Older Learner Says 'Don't Be Afraid Of Failure'

By Megan Hendricks Tuesday, February 26, 2013

New College student Jodi Johnson overcame a lot of self doubts (I'm too old, I can't do math, I can't afford tuition, etc.) to return to college as an experienced learner. She's now thriving in Sarasota and sharing Tampa Bay's cultural assets in the process.

Readers Share 83 Degrees Media Stories, Tampa Bay

By 83 Degrees Media Team Monday, December 31, 2012

What do USF research, Tampa Bay's Twitterati, Invision Tampa, Central Avenue in St. Petersburg, the Bradenton Riverwalk, Graduate Tampa Bay and community building have in common? They are among the top read features produced by 83 Degrees Media in 2012.

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