No new episode this week, but we recorded two last week and included them in today's email in case you missed an episode. Also, we've got the full video of President Trump's address to the United Nations on Tuesday courtesy of C-SPAN.
On Tuesday, September 23, President Donald Trump addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York City.
During a final public budget adoption hearing held on Monday evening, the Manatee County Commission solidified the adoption of a $3.577 billion gross budget for fiscal year …
The School District of Manatee County was notified on Tuesday that the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested Daniel Armando Munive Viruet, a teacher at Manatee …
On Tuesday, Manatee County announced that Phase Two of the 9-1-1 integrated drone delivery system is expected to launch Monday, September 29, expanding the coverage area to 35 …
I just read Mitch Maley's 'Opinion Piece', From Washington to Bradenton, MAGA's War on Free Speech (posted Thurs. Sept 18, 2025). I've never met him, but based on this article, I can only assume that Mitch Maley is a flawless individual ...
Shortly after I took office on Bradenton’s City Council, a former public servant casually mentioned that a major municipal project can take about 12 years from start to finish. At the time, I …
The 2025 Florida State Legislative session was interesting to say the least. It was one of infighting, massively-extended budget talks, and questionable (understatement) bills. It …
Trump Border Czar Tom Homan was caught on tape accepting a bag filled with $50,000 in cash from undercover FBI agents in September 2024. Homan, who had served as acting …
MANATEE COUNTY — Manatee County is accepting applications for two seats on the Planning Commission, a citizens’ advisory committee that makes recommendations to the Board of County …
A Florida House committee met Monday to continue a search for the best way to slash property taxes while educating lawmakers on how these levies both function and support key state institutions.
Bank of America recently announced it has raised its U.S. minimum hourly wage to $25 per hour. With the increase, the minimum annualized salary for full-time employees in the …
On September 30, Florida's annual minimum wage increase takes effect, adding another $1 per hour to the minimum wage. The minimum wage in Florida is currently $ 13.00 an hour for non-tipped employees …
Families are invited to the Cardboard Challenge, a free event at the Manatee County Agricultural Museum in the Palmetto Historical Park on Saturday, October 4, from 1 to 3:30 …
With love and peace, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Mary Rosaline Sweetsir, whose earthly journey came to an end on September 17, 2025. Surrounded by the love of her family and …
Michael Douglas Lance, known as Mike to his family and friends, was welcomed into the arms of his Lord and Savior on September 12, 2025 in Bradenton, Florida. Born on May 28, 1959, at Travis Air …
Patricia A. Riley, age 71, passed away on September 17, 2025. Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Patricia was the beloved daughter of the late Joseph and Rita Evans. Patricia's greatest joy was …
Imagine enduring the relentless Florida heat without modern conveniences like air conditioning, ice, or even, ice cream! In 1914, folks in Manatee County got their first taste of frosty relief thanks to a visionary couple hailing from Vermont who cooled the community with a delicious, icy treat.
Over the last six-plus months, there has been a massive movement to help preserve Florida. From Stop Moving to Florida, Stop Developing Florida, Florida Keepers, Beyond Florida, and more, the people …
The Myakka Management Coordinating Council believes stronger protections are needed for the Myakka River and its Manatee County watersheds, but Senate Bill 180 stands in the way of …