The City of Palmetto is working closely with our Debris Contractors to develop guidelines and a timeline for debris removal within the city limits. At this time, we hope to have …
MANATEE COUNTY — As residents along the Manatee County Gulf Coast continue to clean up from the effects of Hurricane Helene, the overwhelming abundance of sand is proving to be challenging. …
We are beyond excited to announce the release of the League of Women Voters of Florida’s 2024 Nonpartisan Voter Guide! This year’s guide is available in English, Spanish …
If the recent impacts of Hurricane Helene have moved you to ask, “How can I help..?” Manatee County is organizing a community-wide volunteer effort to help fully …
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, WM has resumed collection service on Longboat Key on Monday, September 30 for regular household trash ...
Video footage from the Manatee County Sheriff's Office and drone footage from a popular YouTuber showcase the destruction caused by Hurricane Helene on Anna Maria Island.
Gov. Ron DeSantis said Florida has what it needs to clean up after Hurricane Helene and that the federal government should instead focus relief efforts on North Carolina, where search and rescue …
Manatee County is continuing to recover from the effects of Hurricane Helene, as relief efforts pivot to help meet community needs. Needs Assessment Teams have been deployed to the …
At a Friday EOC Press Briefing, Manatee County officials confirmed that Hurricane Helene brought record-setting storm surge totals to the county's coastal areas and Anna ...
In this episode of Big Picture Manatee, we focus on the recent flooding issues impacting our community and the role stormwater management plays in addressing them. With heavy rains becoming more …
Hurricane Helene stayed well offshore of Manatee County, but its tropical weather effects have left significant damage. “We saw devastating damage along our …
All League of Women Voters of Manatee County events on Anna Maria Island this next week are cancelled. City of Bradenton, City of Palmetto, and Manatee School Board forums are still scheduled to take …
Florida U.S. Sen. Rick Scott acknowledged Friday in the devastating aftermath of Hurricane Helene that the climate is “clearly changing,” adding: “We’ve gotta figure out how …
Working closely with the Manatee County Emergency Operations Center, forecasts for Hurricane Helene indicate the storm will continue to impact our area into late tonight and …
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 …
Manatee County Emergency Management and staff have made final preparations to face the brunt of Hurricane Helene. So too have citizens. A total of 2,919 calls have come into 3-1-1 …
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 …