MANATEE COUNTY – For his efforts to put himself in danger by driving during a Category 3-4 Hurricane to ensure others had electricity and were comfortable in the shelter, Sergeant Robert …
BRADENTON – Over the past five fiscal years, Manatee County has experienced a 48% increase in tourist development tax revenue, according to a presentation given to Manatee County Commissioners …
MANATEE COUNTY – In a work session Tuesday, the Manatee County Commission discussed how it would focus its state legislative agenda. A draft list of proposed issues, as well as some …
BRADENTON – There are several local government meetings on the calendar this week. The Manatee County Commission will convene for a work session on Tuesday and a land use meeting Thursday. The …
Dear EarthTalk: Is it true that a shortage of batteries is slowing down the development of solar and wind power here in the U.S.? If so, what are we doing to ramp up battery production if …
MANATEE COUNTY – Manatee County is seeking input from Condominium and Cooperative Associations to gather input on the new law establishing mandatory structural inspections for their buildings …
During the early years of the Tampa Bay Rays franchise, former shortstop Kevin Stocker remembers newly elected Baseball Hall of Famer Fred McGriff as a leader. It’s been more …
The phosphate industry should not be permitted to externalize the costs of their operations in the form of degraded water supplies, the release of toxic emissions from the processing of phosphate …
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Government Committee observes the Manatee County Commission meetings for items of interest to the League and notes adherence, or lack of adherence, to …
Did you know the Underground Railroad extended to Manatee County? This week, we will explore the African-American settlement of Angola and its involvement in the Underground Railroad. As we all know, …
TBT county government reporter Dawn Kitterman joins the podcast this week to discuss issues involving the new Manatee County Commission, which has been off to a fast start since being seated last …
MANATEE COUNTY – Residents of a small rural agricultural community in Manatee County are hopeful county commissioners will hear their concerns next week and deny a developer’s request for …
There are a lot of reasons why states have a vested interest in maintaining high standards for water quality. Florida, with all of its coastline and interior lakes, rivers, swamps, and marshes, just …
Thomas "Tom" Bruce, 80, of Lakewood Ranch passed away on December 3, 2022. Tom was born to Donald and Grace (McNamara) Bruce in Albany, NY. On September 18, 1963, he married the love of his …
Nicholas James Bollettieri, internationally recognized as the most successful tennis coach of all time, died Sunday, December 4, 2022, at his home in Bradenton, Florida, at the age of 91. …
Thomas Watson Goodyear, 94, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away on November 28, 2022. Thomas was born on December 18, 1927, in Mount Holly Springs, PA to Mildred and Ray Goodyear. …
Florence Marie Petersen, 83, of Bradenton, Florida, formerly of Freeville, NY, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, November 29th at her home. She was born in Yonkers, NY on June 12, …
Geoffrey Kimak, 67, of Parrish, Florida, passed away on December 4, 2022. He was born onFebruary 1, 1955, and is survived by his loving family and friends. No services …
Shane Christopher Apple, age 34, of Bradenton, Florida passed away on Wednesday, December 7, 2022. Shane was born on March 2, 1988. No services have been scheduled at this time. …
Mary Ellen Aufderheide-Galat, age 70, of Bradenton, Florida passed away on Monday, December 5, 2022. Mary Ellen was born on July 24, 1952. No services have been scheduled at this time. …