After a contentious debate in Congress, President Biden signed the Ukraine Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, 2024 bill into law. The aid package, designed to help the beleaguered U.S. ally …
Commissioner Ballard, I am writing about (1) constant speeding on Willow Street and (2) the need for some type of speed-calming planning & remedy (remedies). The situation has become …
I want to share high praise for our Public Works dept. We moved into our home one year ago. We discovered that rainwater/irrigation water pools across the entire width of a large section of sidewalk. …
On behalf of the Tallevast Post Office, I thank you for continuing to support the Postal Service. Providing reliable mail delivery while strengthening the future of this treasured institution is our …
Although most legal scholars believe the Supreme Court will uphold the unanimous ruling by a federal appeals court denying former President Trump immunity, it may not matter if the trial for election …
The negative impact of the zoning and redistricting policies of Manatee County Schools is affecting families throughout the county. Despite the school choice option, this reality is parents' and …
Just the other day, the Manatee Clerk reported a $294 million “change in net position” (which is another way of saying surplus) for fiscal year ending September 2023. This is on top of a …
On the same day that Senator Mitch McConnell announced that he would be stepping down as Senate Republican leader, the Supreme Court agreed to decide whether former President Trump is immune from …
County commissioners approved a 95-home subdivision on 30 acres of Rutland Road. Many residents in the area have commented on how the turn lane will cross directly in front of our driveways, making …
Americans expect that those elected to office are those who receive the valid majority of votes cast. This is the fundamental democratic principle of our Constitutional Republic. Election integrity …
I attended a recent panel discussion, "The Future of Agriculture in Manatee County," held at Dakin Dairy. I have (mostly) great things to say. The panel moderator did a fantastic job. More important, …
The Senate is expected to pass a bi-partisan Border Bill that some very prominent Republican Senators have said will help the border, Israel, and Ukraine. But House Speaker Mike Johnson has already declared the deal would be “dead on arrival.”
GREAT article on the SOE in Manatee County! My sister-in-law sent me a link to Mitch's dynamite journalist piece on the sorry state of Republican-controlled politics here (former Republican!). I had …
Manatee County Commissioner Candidate, Manatee County, District 5, Robert K. McCann, DO, JD, MBA unveiled his website at https://electbobmccann.com. Voters throughout the county are impacted …
Dear Editor, County Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge came to our HOA annual meeting last night. Mostly, he talked about the wonderful things he has done, is doing, and will continue to do for our …
Mr. Van Ostenbridge and his pals on the Commission may be applauded by his developer buddies and the Dunning-Kruger faction of his constituency, but right-minded people ...
President Biden’s speech brings to mind the words of English-born American Founding Father Thomas Paine. Shortly after America declared its independence from Britain when morale in …
First, Thomas Piketty’s “ Capital in the 21st Century ” discusses income inequality, wealth concentration at the top, public economics, and improvements for citizens with …
This is a reply to The Bradenton Times December 17 opinion piece titled “Rethinking George Floyd and Derek Chauvin.” The author, Mitch Maley, calls the recently released "The Fall of …
Ever wonder if your child would thrive in a school dedicated to both the performing and visual arts, STEM classes, and a personalized approach? Students’ talent will be on display for their …
