Over the past week, red tide was detected at background concentrations in one sample from Southwest Florida. We continue to use chlorophyll satellite imagery (USF, NOAA NCCOS) to help track nearshore …
City officials from Bradenton and Palmetto gathered yesterday to celebrate a major milestone: the official ribbon cutting for the expanded Freebee electric ride service that now …
During his first administration, President Donald Trump promised to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, but ultimately fell short. While there is less chatter …
This year marks a special milestone as the cities of Bradenton and Palmetto come together to promote their Independence Day celebrations, highlighting exciting, family-friendly …
Manatee County residents who want to help protect land and water resources, preserve fish and wildlife habitat, and provide for passive recreation are invited to apply for one …
On Wednesday, the U.S. Senate confirmed President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead U.S. Customs and Border Protection, a major role for carrying out the president’s …
After 45 days of overtime, Florida legislators concluded their 2025 session with a state budget that included more setbacks than successes for land conservation. Florida …
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Government Committee observes Manatee County Commission meetings for items of interest to citizens and the League and notes adherence, or lack of …
This week, the Manatee County School Board will hold both a workshop and a regular meeting on Tuesday. The Bradenton City Council will meet on Wednesday. The Manatee County …
During a BOCC meeting on Tuesday, county commissioners narrowly confirmed the appointment of a new deputy county administrator. Dr. Corey Stutte will fill the vacancy created by …
A day after the Florida Legislature approved a $115.1 billion state budget, Florida TaxWatch released its annual “Turkey Watch Report” on Tuesday, identifying 242 projects totaling $416.1 …
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' proposed transfer of The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, the State's Official Art Museum, from Florida State University to New College of …
Minnesota House Democratic-Farmer-Labor caucus leader Melissa Hortman, who was among the state’s most influential elected officials of the past decade, died on Saturday morning after a man …
President Donald Trump on Saturday celebrated his 79th birthday reviewing a parade of tanks, armament and marching soldiers gathered in the nation’s capital for the …
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Education Issues Committee observes the Manatee County School Board meetings for items of interest to citizens and the League and notes adherence, or lack …
Manatee County Government kicked off its FY26 budget process this week, with three work session meetings held Monday through Wednesday. The County Administrator is recommending an …
Over the past week, red tide was detected at background concentrations in two samples from Southwest Florida. We continue to use chlorophyll satellite imagery (USF, NOAA NCCOS) to help track …
Florida Highway Patrol has tapped into a vast private surveillance network — performing hundreds of searches for license plates scanned by cameras controlled by the controversial surveillance …
Indivisible Manatee is hosting two “No Kings” rallies this Saturday, June 14, that are expected to draw hundreds of participants from every corner of Manatee County. Both events are part …
BRADENTON — This week, the Palmetto City Commission and the Manatee County Commission will be in session. On Wednesday, the Manatee County Commission will hold joint meeting sessions with …