The Jefferson County Commission heard Tuesday from entities seeking funds for feeding people adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. But the discussion spilled over to who was getting credit for the federal funds being sought. Commission President Jimmie Stephens closed the meeting by sa
Santa makes early stop in Bradenton, hands out presents, food to families in need
Elizabeth Fry reports
BRADENTON, Fla. - For families in need in the Bradenton Area, Santa touched down a little early to make sure kids and parents alike had a Christmas to remember. Downtown Ministries hosted its usual Saturday morning breakfast in the parking lot of Southside Baptist Church, but this Saturday s breakfast had a little extra Christmas cheer. A lot of these kids are doing without a lot of stuff, a lot of the material things. They re just excited to be like every other kid today, said Christine Monroe-Loomes, the executive director of Downtown Ministries.