The Bradenton Police Department is gearing up for one of its favorite annual traditions — the Fill the Truck toy drive —returning on Saturday, December 13, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. …
Over the past week, red tide was observed in 19 samples from Florida’s Gulf Coast. Bloom concentrations (>100,000 cells/liter) were observed in 5 samples from Northwest Florida (Bay and …
Florid a Power & Light (FPL) wants customers to stay one step ahead of scammers. As fraud tactics grow more sophisticated, knowing what to look for can make all the …
Manatee County Government and Manatee Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller’s offices will be closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28, 2025, for …
Gov. Ron DeSantis warned Friday that President Donald Trump’s push to drill off the Florida coast could “weaken” environmental protections and interfere with military training.
The Senate’s plan to address the school choice voucher system’s shortfalls was made public Friday. “A myriad of accountability problems” went on display this week …
On Monday, James Fishback filed as a candidate for the 2026 Florida gubernatorial campaign. Fishback is the founder and CEO of investment fund Azoria Partners.
The Salvation Army of Manatee County invites the public to join us for a warm, welcoming, and free Thanksgiving Day meal on Thursday, November 27, 2025. This annual community meal …
Concerns about possible mold and air quality at Lakewood Ranch High School have led district officials to call in the professionals. Campus faculty, students, and their …
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 …
All local government sites will be closed on Thursday and Friday this week in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. There are no meetings of note on any county or municipal …
Over the past week, red tide was observed in 31 samples from Florida’s Gulf Coast. Bloom concentrations (>100,000 cells/liter) were observed in 12 samples from Northwest Florida. We …
The state’s school voucher program has exhibited “a myriad of accountability problems” and caused a funding shortfall for public schools, a state audit released this week shows.
The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) approved a four-year settlement with Florida Power & Light (FPL) Thursday for about $6.9 billion, which opponents claim is the largest rate hike in …
Over the past week, red tide was observed in 23 samples collected along Florida’s Coasts. Bloom concentrations (>100,000 cells/liter) were present in eight samples from Bay and Gulf …
Mothers Helping Mothers is seeking community help with its annual Toy Day. MHM has provided toys and gifts each year to over 300 families with approximately 1,000 children in …
It was another week of non-stop news that was nearly impossible to keep up with. Stories I was unable to get to include a pardoned J6 rioter who went on to sexually abuse a child in Florida, a south …
Allegiant has added service from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to Eugene F. Kranz Toledo Express Airport (TOL) in Ohio. The airline also recently announced a route …
Manatee County Sheriff’s Office detectives from the Crimes Against Children unit have arrested an assistant football coach at Bayshore High School for soliciting sexual contact with a student.
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 …