Julia Hazel

St. Petersburg, FL, USA

Reporter at Bay News 9

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Holmes Beach to host hurricane preparedness workshop Friday

2 days ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

HOLMES BEACH, Fla. — One thing you’ll hear weather experts stress during storm season is preparation. But that’s not just for individual homeowners — city officials must also be ready to handle tropical weather.
Manatee County starts permanent sandbag locations

4 days ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County wants residents to plan ahead this storm season and is increasing accessibility to a valuable resource. What You Need To KnowThere are now sandbag locations open around the county — and they will remain open every day until the end of hurricane season, Nov. 30.
Popular Holmes Beach shopping center to hold grand reopening

4 days ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Jennifer Moore owns her beach shop, Sun and Surf, that has been in her family since 1983. What You Need To KnowHurricane Helene flooded Jennifer Moore's business with roughly four feet of water, damaging nearly everything insideAfter months of hard work and repair, she has reopened Sun and SurfA grand reopening event is taking place Friday, June 6 at the Island Shopping Center to celebrate all businessesThe event runs from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.“So I grew up here.
Manatee County is upgrading 150,000 water meters by 2027

1 week ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County has unveiled a new program called WaterWise Manatee. Crews will eventually replace all 150,000 water meters in the county by the end of 2027. County officials say this initiative will reduce costs and save time. Upon installation, residents will receive notice before workers come out to replace their water meter. Residents will be notified by postcard and a door hanger.
Parrish family invests in new equipment and techniques

1 week ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Some residents who are in a low flood risk areas, or maybe not in a flood zone at all, had major flooding problems last year. We spoke to a Manatee County resident who is installing pumps on his property to move the water out and prevent issues in the future.
13 acres of land will be added to Pine Island Preserve

1 week ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

BRADENTON, Fla. — Manatee County commissioners unanimously voted to purchase more than 13 acres of land to add to Pine Island Preserve. What You Need To KnowManatee County Commissioners voted to purchase 13 acres for the Pine Island PreserveThe vote was unanimousThe preserve will now span 100 acresThe $40,000 purchase will come out of Manatee County’s conservation tax, allowing the preserve to span nearly 100 acres.
The 15 Best Yoga Poses For Long Study Sessions

1 week ago | society19.com | Julia Hazel

Midterms and finals can be a very stressful time during the school year, but one thing that you can try while studying is yoga. Yoga is known to reduce stress and give your brain boosts of energy such as endorphins and adrenaline. With this combination of yoga poses, you will feel more relaxed, focused and ready to ace those exams!1. Sukhasana or Easy PoseThis is the most recognized pose for yoga.
New memorial highway marker & Interactive kiosk

1 week ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County unveiled two new dedications for the community to remember and honor Gold Star families and their loved ones who have fought for our freedom. What You Need To KnowManatee County officials installed a highway marker called the “Gold Star Families Memorial Highway,” which is installed on Buckeye RoadWith a new people will be able to search for fallen heroes who served in any of the wars and were born in Manatee CountyStefenie Hernandez lost her son, Patrick L.
Local barista reacts as U.S. Senate unanimously passes "No Tax on Tips Act"

2 weeks ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

PALMETTO, Fla. — The U.S. Senate unanimously passed President Donald Trump’s campaign promise to end taxes on tips Tuesday. The plan would exclude a certain portion of workers’ tips from federal taxes.
Old Miakka resident decries plans to build cell phone

2 weeks ago | baynews9.com | Julia Hazel

OLD MIAKKA, Fla. — A Sarasota County resident is voicing her concerns about a proposed telecommunication tower that would be built on the property of an Old Miakka church.