Bradenton, FL|News|
Dorian Becomes Fourth Named Storm of the Season
While the storm is still days away from America’s coastline, forecasters at the National Hurricane Center are keeping a close eye on it.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Merab Favorite , Patch Staff
- Sarasota, FL
Hello Patch readers. My name is Merab-Michal Favorite.
I graduated with her B.A. in journalism at the University of South Florida. Before taking a few years off to crew on a yacht through the Caribbean. Before that, I attended Manatee Community College (now SCF) and Santa Fe Community College in Gainesville.
I grew up on Snead Island, which is located in Palmetto. Before there was a county park (Emerson Point Park) on the island, the Native American mounds served as my playground. As a child, I would hide in the woods surrounding the park as well as swim and play at the mouth of the Manatee River.
In addition to working for Patch, I recently completed two pictoral histories of local towns, one of Palmetto and one of Bradenton, which are available through Arcadia Publishing. So, if you like history and want to know more about the area, just ask.
I love anything to do with the bay, so you will probably see me paddle boarding, boating, sailing or camping on one of the local keys. My all time favorite thing on the planet is to be completely disconnected from the rest of the world -- 100 miles offshore and under sail at night.
Some of my favorite places to visit are Greer (Beercan) Island, Skeet’s Key and Starfish Co. in Manatee County and Burns Court Cinema and Epicure in Sarasota.
As part of my beat, I would like to do a profile of an elected official every week and I was wondering, what would you, as readers, like to know about the people running your city? Please comment on this article and let me know.
Do you have a news tip? Please drop me a line.
I can be reached at merab.favorite@patch.com or 941-730-8766.
Be sure to stay connected via Facebook and Twitter, too.
Looking forward to seeing you around town!
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Sarasota|News|
Dorian Becomes Fourth Named Storm of the Season
While the storm is still days away from America’s coastline, forecasters at the National Hurricane Center are keeping a close eye on it.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Sarasota|News|
Bradenton Gang Member Charged in Restaurant Owner’s Death
Authorities said Rodriguez is a known gang member. He allegedly punched the restaurant owner in the back of his head, which ultimately ended his life.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Sarasota|News|
New Upgrades on Patch: More Headlines, Better Conversation
Just thought you would want to know that we added a few cool features!
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Police: Elderly Man Solicited Teens for Sex Near School
The juveniles said they were approached by the suspect near Ballard Elementary School in Bradenton and he asked them if they would have sex for money.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
New Upgrades on Patch: More Headlines, Better Conversation
Just thought you would want to know that we added a few cool features!
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Woman Charged in Crash with EMS
A woman's failure to yield to an emergency vehicle resulted in her suffering from minor injuries.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Two Sought in Strong-Arm Robbery
A homeless man told deputies he was robbed of several items and beaten by two unknown men while he was trying to sleep.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Sarasota|News|
Do You Think the City of Sarasota Should Increase Taxes?
The Sarasota City Commission approved an increase in the millage rate that could mean a slight surge in property taxes for city residents.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Sarasota|News|
Two Arrested in Connection with Armed Robbery
Authorities said two men were arrested for allegedly robbing two victims at gunpoint in Sarasota.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Coach Charged, Details Emerge in Manatee High School Case
Details have emerged from the case that has Manatee High School employee facing several misdemeanor charges for allegations that he inappropriately touched several students and three coworkers.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Sarasota|News|
SCSO: Man Choked, Beat Victim in Front of Law Officer
Deputies said the man had to be "tased" to stop him from further injuring another homeless man at a transient camp near University Parkway and Florida Avenue in Sarasota.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Sarasota|News|
What's Up with the Mable Ringing Fountain in Luke Wood Park?
Sarasota Alliance for Historic Preservation is projecting the renovation project for the the Mable Ringling Memorial Fountain will be completed in October.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
School District of Manatee County Goes Tobacco Free
Tobacco products are now banned on all property belonging to the Manatee County School District. School board members voted on a district-wide moratorium Monday night.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Cheers to Good Beer!
A number of microbreweries are set to open in Sarasota and Bradenton. Could it be a trend, or are business owners meeting the demands of a new wave of beer consumer?
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Sarasota|News|
Cheers to Good Beer! Sarasota, Bradenton Breweries Abound
A number of microbreweries are set to open in Sarasota and Bradenton. Could it be a trend, or are business owners meeting the demands of a new wave of beer consumer?
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Bradenton, FL|News|
Game Should Be Slam Dunk for Good Cause
A celebrity basketball tournament at Booker High School Friday night aims to enlighten area youths about the importance of non-violence.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
Sarasota|News|
Game Should be Slam Dunk for Good Cause
A celebrity basket ball tournament at Booker High School Friday night aims to enlighten area youths about the importance of non-violence.
Merab Favorite, Patch Staff
