We're going to miss Johnette Isham

This is another week of drama at Manatee County government, but at least Vanessa Baugh wasn't part of it.

Johnette Isham did more than most public figures, especially those who hold elected office, to better the quality of life in Bradenton and Manatee County.

Johnette Hicks

As executive director of Realize Bradenton, Isham, whose recent death was announced this week, was the chief cheerleader for downtown Bradenton, especially for how the arts could serve as…