Across Florida, healthcare providers face steady pressure on staffing and services. Population growth, an aging public and more complex care needs have made workforce planning a daily concern. One …
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 to, or lack of …
Ed Ference is a candidate in the Manatee County Commission District 6 Republican primary. For 30 years, Ed worked for Manatee County and discusses how his extensive experience informed his positions …
(Feature Impact) Para millones de contribuyentes en todo Estados Unidos, la temporada de impuestos es una oportunidad importante no solo para cumplir con sus obligaciones fiscales, sino …
Manatee County Commissioners on Tuesday sent a proposed contract renewal for Administrator Charlie Bishop back for further negotiations, citing multiple provisions that would need to be …
A controversial measure introduced by Manatee County Commissioner Amanda Ballard concerning funding contracts for nonprofits was tabled …
If it seems like all I’ve been doing lately is writing columns about the many ways that Ron DeSantis and Republicans in Tallahassee are destroying home rule, that’s because that is what they …
The Manatee County Commission has approved the launch of a Bulk Collection Pilot Program by Manatee County Utilities, beginning May 1, 2026, to expand curbside bulk pickup service …
Hersheypark underwent a total transformation in the 1970s, when candy mascots and thrill rides replaced barn animals and old-timey recreations of Tudor England.
The Declaration of Independence isn’t just a philosophical breakup letter. It was a strategic move to secure vital support for America after its first declaration of war.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has previously said that one of the reasons why Florida must conduct an unusual mid-decade congressional redistricting this year is because the state would likely be …
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill into law Monday in Tampa to allow state officials to designate foreign or domestic terrorist organizations, similar to the broad powers of the federal …
Some rainstorms drench you in a second, while others drop rain in a nice peaceful drizzle. A meteorologist explains how rainstorms can be so different.
On this Easter Sunday, Americans wake to church bells, family gatherings, astronauts traveling toward the moon—and politicians speaking of war. Some are worshiping, attending an Easter sunrise service …
This week the nation celebrated Circus Day, but on Florida’s Gulf Coast, the circus never really left. What began as traveling shows arriving by rail brought wonder to small-town streets and then, thanks to John Ringling, Sarasota became the winter home of the big top. This Sunday, we revisit how a passing spectacle became a lasting legacy.
Forests are vital carbon sinks: They absorb more carbon dioxide (CO2) than they emit, playing a crucial role in regulating the climate. Through photosynthesis, …
There are several meetings of note on local government calendars this week. On Monday, …
Over the past week, red tide was observed at background concentrations in one sample from Southwest Florida. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF and NOAA NCCOS) to help track nearshore and …
State Rep. Bill Conerly (R-Bradenton) told the Bradenton Herald this week that it was “regrettable” that the legislature did not find a way to fix SB 180, which has prevented the Manatee County …
From our congressional race to county commission and school board, local candidates continue to file to run for office. Here’s an update.