Julia Hazel

St. Petersburg, FL, USA

Reporter at Bay News 9

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Articles

Ellenton family rebuilding from 2024 hurricanes worries about storm season

5 days ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

ELLENTON, Fla. — Many families across the Bay Area are in the midst of a balancing act of rebuilding, while also preparing for this year’s storm season. One Manatee County family is still displaced from their home, but after a lengthy delay, is finally rebuilding.
Manatee EMS wants to expand traffic light technology

1 week ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — A pilot program in Manatee County that has helped emergency vehicles reach scenes quicker might be expanding, thanks to its success helping save lives.
Manatee County ramps up canal cleanup ahead of storm season

1 week ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Last year’s storms did significant damage to Manatee County’s drainage system and canals.
Sarasota business owner worries tariffs could cause big changes

1 week ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — The Trump administration on Thursday said tariffs on China will be increased to at least 145 percent. This comes one day after the president announced a 90-day pause on what he calls reciprocal tariffs for most countries.
Rod & Reel Pier announce temporary restaurant location

2 weeks ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — The impacts of Milton were also dramatic on many local businesses, including an iconic Manatee County spot. The Rod and Reel Pier still has a long road to recovery, but the restaurant that was on the pier has found a temporary home.
Manatee County prioritizes hurricane affected residents

2 weeks ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Each year, Manatee County pays for the rehabilitation of dozens of homes in unincorporated parts of the county and Palmetto. It’s part of the county’s State Housing Initiative Program (SHIP).
Florida entrepreneur uses artificial intelligence to transform marketing agency

2 weeks ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

VENICE, Fla. — A Florida entrepreneur is using artificial intelligence to help his company work faster and smarter.
YMCA CEO David Jezek retires after 50 years of service

2 weeks ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — After more than 50 years of service, YMCA CEO David Jezek announced his retirement. What You Need To KnowYMCA CEO David Jezek announced his retirementHe has been working with the YMCA for more than 50 yearsHe began his career there as a lifeguardMovement has always been a part of Jezek’s life. “Working out is in my DNA, and certainly, a workout is a means for me to kind of relieve some stress.,” he said.
Drift-in AMI reopens after being closed for 6 months due to Hurricane Helene

2 weeks ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

BRADENTON BEACH, Fla. — The Drift-In AMI in Bradenton Beach celebrated its grand reopening Friday after being closed for six months because of damage caused by Hurricane Helene. What You Need To KnowThe Drift-In AMI is a bar on Anna Maria Island that was closed for six monthsThe bar has been open for 100 years, but closed due to hurricane damageEmployees say they are excited to get back to workIt’s a bar that’s been on Anna Maria Island for 100 years.
Increased need for housing for those with disabilities

3 weeks ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — There is a need for housing that can accommodate those with disabilities in Manatee and Sarasota counties. The Haven, a nonprofit based in Sarasota, has built more homes on its property and has released new plans to build more to keep up with the demand.