Incumbent mayor Gene Brown defeated former city councilman Bill Sanders Bradenton in a contentious mayoral race. Brown got 59% percent of the vote to Sanders’ 41% in the …
When the new board is seated this month, the Manatee County Commission will include three new faces. In the Manatee County Commission District 1 race, community activist …
On Election Day, you cannot drop-off a completed Vote-By-Mail (VBM) ballot at your precinct, BUT you can drop it off at the Supervisor of Elections (SOE) office at 600 301 Blvd W, Bradenton, FL …
This week Manatee County Government shared on its social media accounts that it had finalized a $140 million line of credit with Wells Fargo to fund various infrastructure projects. …
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 …
There is so much misinformation being disseminated about Amendment 4. Much of the advertising with misleading or false information is coming from our state government, using taxpayers dollars to …
Scott Hopes's case management hearing has been rescheduled to Jan. 30, 2025. The former Manatee County Administrator is accused of submitting incorrect timecards in 2021 and …
Join us on this episode as we review who is on the ballot for which elected offices and break down the six amendments and two referendums on this year's ballot. Remember to vote on Tuesday, Nov. 5! …
Manatee County is accepting applications for two seats on the Planning Commission, a citizen’s advisory committee that makes recommendations to the Board of County …
Manatee County is accepting applications for two seats on the Historic Preservation Board, a citizen’s advisory committee that makes decisions on Historic Certificates of …
It will be a slow week with only two meetings of note on local government calendars this week. On Wednesday, the Bradenton City Council will hold a regular council meeting, and on …
Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) will make several changes to fixed-route bus service beginning Saturday, November 2. The changes are designed to enhance transit service …
Early voting in Manatee County will remain open through Saturday, November 2. Registered voters can cast their ballots from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. daily at any of the following …
Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, the Democratic candidate running against Republican U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, said Monday that Floridians confused about the abortion-rights amendment should talk to their doctors …
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 Commissioners voted 4-2 to approve a revised general development plan for approximately 55 acres at the corner of Mulholland and Fort Hamer Roads in Parrish despite …
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 …
Early voting is currently open in Manatee County. Registered voters can cast their ballots through Saturday, November 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. daily at any of the …
With Floridians now actively voting on the proposed constitutional amendment to legalize recreational cannabis for adults 21 and older, Gov. Ron DeSantis made a direct appeal to weed enthusiasts on …
Postal worker, military veteran, and lifelong Palmetto resident Sheldon Jones is seeking a second term as Palmetto City Commissioner At-Large. He is facing challenger Scott Whitaker on November 5.