According to the Environmental Alliance, a non-profit coalition of environmental organizations and businesses, 20 billion pounds of plastic end up in the ocean each year, threatening both marine and …
Over the past week, red tide was observed in 20 samples from Florida’s Gulf Coast. Bloom concentrations (>100,000 cells/liter) were observed in four samples from Northwest Florida. We …
Manatee County is seeking four (4) citizens to serve on the Infrastructure Sales Tax Advisory Committee. The committee, which makes recommendations to the Board of County …
With little more than one month until spring training begins at Pirate City in Bradenton, Florida, there’s much excitement about the addition of Mason Montgomery to Pittsburgh’s 2026 bullpen.
The U.S. House approved a bipartisan bill Thursday to resurrect the enhanced tax credits that expired at the end of last year for people who purchase their health insurance from the …
This is such an exciting time of year for us Florida columnists! The 2026 legislative session begins next Tuesday, and we’re all waiting to see which piece of legislation will win the coveted title …
When the School District of Manatee County hired Carina Chindamo as an autism spectrum disorder teacher at Rogers Garden-Bullock Elementary in 2022, a principal had to file an out-of-field teacher …
ManaSota-88 has over 50 years of experience dealing with the Manatee County non-charter government and the Sarasota County charter government. Much of our membership resides in Manatee …
LawnStarter reports on the NFL's ongoing debate over natural grass vs. artificial turf, highlighting player safety concerns and increased injuries on turf.
A Manatee County man who served prison time and was later pardoned by President Donald Trump for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol has filed as a candidate for …
According to the one-sentence bio on James McMurtry's Facebook page, he’s been “Steadily Shedding Fans Since 1989.” Actually, he hasn't. The Texas singer-songwriter, …
It was a particularly wild week in Washington, and just think about where the bar is, in terms of being able to say that right now. Here are a few big stories we couldn't get to. More …
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 …
In a rare rebuke to President Donald Trump, Senate Republicans joined Democrats in advancing a war powers resolution to halt U.S. military action in Venezuela without congressional …
Connie Sue Gadient, a spirited soul known for her loving kindness, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026, in Bradenton, Florida. She was born on October 10, 1958, in Davenport, Iowa, to Walter …
Timothy Lee Gatrell, known affectionately to friends and family as Tim, was a beacon of strength and compassion. Born on January 20, 1944, in Massillon, Ohio, he brought joy and wisdom to those …
Michael Dean Adams, known affectionately as Mike to his family and friends, passed away peacefully at his home in Bradenton, Florida, on January 5, 2026, after a brief illness. Born on June 12, 1948, …
Robert "Bob" Garland, 83, of Bradenton, Florida, formerly of Traverse City, Michigan, passed away on January 4, 2026, due to complications from Parkinson's disease and Myasthenia Gravis. Bob was …
Gary Pollard, 77, unexpectedly passed away on January 3rd at Clover Health Care. Born on August 6, 1948, Gary was the son of James and Merilyn (Cole) Pollard. He grew up in Gray and graduated …
Stephen Edward Prose - Palmetto Fla. 67 died Friday, December 26, 2025. Visit online www.robersonfh.com for obituary and to extend condolences to the family. Arrangements by Roberson Funeral Home …