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Brynne Anne Besio, who led the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Bradenton through 13 years of growth and some turbulent times that included the preventable drowning death of its beloved 69-year-old manatee Snooty, will retire from her job as chief executive officer in April.
“We have accomplished so much,” Besio said in a statement. “It is a good time for both the museum and for me personally to make this transition. I’m proud of how far we’ve come in the past 13 years and I’ve been honored to work with the board, volunteers and staff to serve our community.”
Manatee County Fair kicks off with safety front and center
New and returning shows highlight efforts to put on a reimagined fair during the coronavirus pandemic.
Manatee County Fair
Thursday-Jan. 24; Manatee County Fairgrounds, 1402 14th Ave. W., Palmetto; $6-$10 admission (see website for specials) plus $10 for parking; 941-722-1639; manateecountyfair.com
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When the gates open at 5 p.m. Thursday, the Manatee County Fair will continue its long run dating back to 1916.
While the fair will open as scheduled, nothing will look or feel the same. New fair manager Danny Alphonso said modifications have been made in all areas to help limit the spread of the coronavirus.