Over the past week, red tide was observed in 12 samples from Florida. Bloom concentrations (>100,000 cells/liter) were observed in three samples from Northwest Florida. We …
I have initiated and participated in numerous gun arrests made by one or two cops with no shots fired. What took place with the killing of Alex Pretti was a hard-to-watch, knee-jerk response with deadly force. How six or more agents are unable to subdue and control one individual is beyond understanding. Pushing people in the chest is learned on the playground, not in police tactics training.
The Palmetto City Commission, the Manatee School Board, and the Manatee County Planning Commission will hold meetings this week. …
Wildlife populations have plummeted at an alarming rate over the past half-century. According to the 2024 World Wildlife Fund …
With the start of spring training in less than two weeks, having the Pittsburgh Pirates back in Bradenton is a boon for Manatee County beyond basepaths. How quickly a year went. It seems like it …
Last year, Florida state lawmakers approved legislation naming a roadway in Palm Beach after President Donald Trump. Now, lawmakers have their sights set on naming …
It was a jam-packed week, and we faced several challenges in terms of covering all of the news we wanted to bring to our readers. I wans't able to get the Editor's Picks column out in Friday's …
Yes. Manatee and Hillsborough counties each have reported a measles case as of Jan. 17. Measles is a highly contagious virus with symptoms including high fever, rash, runny nose, cough and red …
Manatee County could face a drinking water shortage within the next decade. According to County projections reported by the Bradenton Herald , daily water demand is expected to rise by 13%, …
Florida is chock-full of amazing phenomena. We’ve got the Lake Wales Ridge , an ancient sand dune stretching down the center of the state, far from the nearest ocean. We’ve got the Devil’s …
Less than two years ago, I was back home in Bradenton, trudging my way through Zillow as I dipped a toe in the choppy waters of home-buying. My two closest friends were getting ready to move across …
The Scarlet Letter is the latest reimagining of a classic by 2017 Wall Street Journal Playwright of the Year Kate Hamill, who had already received critical acclaim for her …
In what can only be described as a marathon BOCC land use meeting, commissioners on Wednesday heard two linked development proposals …
Deborah “Debbie” Kehoe-Heffernan left this world unexpectedly on January 25, 2026. Debbie was a wife to Patrick Charles Heffernan, whom she followed with her heart to sunny Florida in 2012 …
James Timothy Lester (Tim), 77, passed away peacefully at his home on January 11, 2026, surrounded by his children. After beginning his career as a police officer with the City of Richmond, Virginia, …
Phyllis Betts was born on October 12, 1937, in Tampa, Florida, to Joe Campbell and Sarah Hobbs. From an early age, she carried a remarkable strength and intelligence that would define her life and …
Dale Harold Dalton, born on December 16, 1944, passed away peacefully on January 16 2026. He lived a life dedicated to craftsmanship, serving as a skilled carpenter whose work was appreciated by many …
Bryan Ewell Morgan, passed away on January 22, 2026, at the age of 64. Born on September 1, 1961, Bryan was a person who exemplified commitment and craftsmanship throughout his career. Bryan's …
Cynthia Gates, born on December 18, 1956, peacefully passed away on January 23, 2026. A beloved member of her community and a cherished friend to many, Cynthia left an indelible mark on the lives of …
William (Bill) J. Byrnes, 79 passed away on January 19, 2026 in Bradenton, FL . Cause of death was cancer. Bill was born on January 1st in Buffalo, New York, to Margaret and Louis Byrnes.