Local business owner Scott Whitaker is running for the Palmetto City Commission, challenging incumbent Sheldon Jones for an At-Large seat in the November 5 general election. Whitaker is a …
Former President Donald Trump suggested without evidence Wednesday that Iran could be responsible for two apparent assassination attempts he has faced this year, saying foreign leaders objected to …
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 …
BRADENTON — It will be a slow week in local government with only the county commission scheduled to convene. On Thursday, the Manatee County Commission will be in session for a land use meeting …
Manatee County has declared a Local State of Emergency (LSE) in advance of the severe weather anticipated over the coming days from Tropical Storm Helene. The tropical system …
Due to the impending weather impacts of Tropical Storm Helene, Manatee County has issued an evacuation notice for any residents living in the Level A evacuation zone and anyone living in mobile or …
As of Tuesday morning, a low-pressure system, Potential Tropical Cyclone Nine, has the potential to turn into a catastrophic hurricane by Thursday. Tropical Storm Helene formed in the Caribbean …
There will be six potential state constitutional amendments decided on November's ballot. Two were proposed by citizen initiatives, while the state legislature is bringing forward four.
This November Manatee County voters will decide whether to approve an additional 1% tourist development tax levy on short-term rentals. County officials are concerned …
Red Tide was detected in 11 samples from Southwest Florida over the past week. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF and NOAA NCCOS) to help track nearshore and offshore conditions. Additional …
A five-year plan relying on hundreds of millions in state funding at New College of Florida, which already spends more per student than any other public university in Florida, drew concern from at …
BRADENTON — It will be a very busy week in local government. On Monday, the Sarasota/Manatee MPO will meet at 9:00 a.m. The Bradenton City Council and the Manatee County Commission will …
Mark your calendars for the 8th Annual Reef and Beach Clean Up, an event that combines environmental stewardship with friendly competition! Hosted by Suncoast Aqua Ventures, this …
For years, Lincoln Academy was thought to be the first school for Black students in Manatee County. However, it was discovered in 2006 through extensive research by the Heritage House Museum that an earlier school did exist, Here's the story.
The Manatee County Commission narrowly approved a .15 millage reduction during the first FY2025 budget hearing on Thursday evening. The 4-2 vote came after two additional votes for …
At Tuesday's meeting, Manatee County Commissioners voted 6-0 to direct staff to bring to the board amendments to the comprehensive land use plan that would restore the recently …
Red tide was not observed in samples collected statewide over the past week. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF and NOAA NCCOS) to help track nearshore and offshore conditions.
Following the Thursday arrest of a Bayshore High School student who posted threats toward Manatee County students online, the Manatee School District posted multiple alerts to …
Vote411.org is an online Voters Guide, created and maintained by the national, state and local League of Women Voters. Candidate information for the 2024 general election for Florida and Manatee …
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 …