In recent years, the climate crisis has drawn increasing attention to the ecological impacts of everyday activities, including motorboating. …
The Palmetto City Commission, the Manatee County Commission, and the Bradenton City Council will be in session …
From January through March, Alex Vindman, the NSC whistleblower running for the Democratic nomination for Florida's junior Senate seat, significantly outpaced incumbent Republican Ashley Moody in …
Environmental experts and advocates on the front lines of water quality, conservation and scientific research gathered Wednesday to deliver a clear message: The Suncoast’s most pressing …
Nearly a decade ago, the worst red tide outbreak in a generation choked Sarasota Bay and much of Florida’s Gulf Coast, killing marine life by the thousands and sickening residents. From …
The 2026 Grand Parade is Saturday, April 25, at 7:30 p.m. Plan ahead for traffic so you can snag the perfect spot along the route! The major road closures are here, and a full list of closures and …
The deadline to participate in the 2026 property tax installment payment plan is April 30. This does not apply to unpaid 2025 taxes, which are now delinquent. “If the …
Manatee County will honor the life and legacy of Commissioner Carol Ann Billberry Felts with a dedication and public memorial service on Saturday, April 18, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at …
Florida is truly a land of mystery. Often, things aren’t what they seem. You may wind up with more questions than answers. Why do we call that one Florida Keys span “Seven Mile Bridge” …
If ever a headline screamed for yours (and the governor’s attention), this would be it. Whether the Commissioners like it or not, the record number of Manatee County surpluses stretching back to …
Virginia “Gigi” Rider Bettge, beloved wife, mother and grandmother, peacefully stepped into eternity on April 10, 2026 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. Virginia was born on February …
Brett W. Melvin of Palmetto, Florida, passed away on April 8, 2026, in St. Petersburg, Florida. Born on January 23, 1962, in St. Louis, Missouri. Brett lived a life defined by his big heart and …
Alfred Lee Hill, Sr., age 87, died in Bradenton, Florida on Friday, April 10, 2026. He was born on December 18, 1938 in Elizabeth City, North Carolina, to the late Russell Elwood Hill, Sr. and Marina …
Jeffrey Shinkle, born on April 5, 1965, passed away on April 11, 2026. His departure marks the end of a life that touched those close to him with kindness and warmth. Jeffrey’s presence will be …
James W. (Jimmy) Battle, Jr., 81, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away peacefully on Thursday, April 9, 2026. A lifelong resident of Manatee County, Jimmy was born on April 1, 1945, in Bradenton, …
Margaret (Peggy) Jean Brogan, age 78, of Parrish, Florida, passed away on April 12, 2026. She was born on February 1, 1948, in Lansing, Michigan, and lived a life marked by intelligence, warmth, …
Norma Jeane Fowler was a loving mother, grandmother, sister, and friend whose life was defined by her devotion to family and the simple joys that brought her comfort and happiness. Norma Jeane …
Keith Alan Redding, “Papa Keith,” 71, of Fishers, IN/Bradenton, FL, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, April 9, 2026, at his home in Bradenton, FL. Keith was born August 3, …
Mary Elizabeth Peevler Neff, 81, of Bradenton, Florida, died April 3, 2026. She was born Sept. 30, 1944, in Keokuk, Iowa. She treasured memories of growing up in the Mississippi River town with …
Marguerite "Peggy" Scanny, 82 passed away in Bradenton, Florida on April 2, 2026. She was born in Trenton, New Jersey on August 22, 1943. Peggy grew up in Princeton New Jersey and graduated from …