Top Headlines: Synthetic Pot Bust, School Spending Freeze, Boaters Rescued

1. 180 Pounds of Synthetic Pot Seized From Bradenton Convenience Stores

A video shows the substances, known as K2 or spice, being taken from two 14th Street West gas stations following an investigation by the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.

2. Manatee Schools Ordered to Freeze Spending

Superintendent Rick Mills puts a hold on new hires, purchasing and overtime.

3. What Businesses Should Come to Bradenton?

A gluten-free restaurant? A Trader Joe's? Einstein Bagels? A skating rink? Check out Patch readers' suggestions and add your own here.

4. 2 Bradenton Men Rescued From Fishing Boat in Gulf

The U.S. Coast Guard hoisted the men aboard a helicopter Sunday morning after the boat experienced engine trouble and had to be left adrift, officials said.

5. Suspect in Shooting Death Faced Two Previous Murder Charges

The 26-year-old suspect now faces a first-degree murder charge, after a fatal shooting at a Bradenton apartment complex.

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