Elifete Simeon was born on July 6, 1961, in Thomazeau, Haiti, and entered eternal rest on July 25, 2025. He was a loving son, father, brother, uncle, and friend whose presence left a lasting mark on …
To mark the 200th episode of The Bradenton Times Podcast. TBT Publisher Joe McClash joins Mitch and Dawn to discuss President Trump's threat to end vote-by-mail, the Manatee County Commission's …
Chaos gardening is touted on social media as an easy, no-effort way to create a beautiful garden. A landscape specialist explains what to be aware of before chaotically tossing seeds around.
Have you ever seen a little blue sticker on your appliances, or paid attention to the EnergySTAR label when shopping for new ones? …
The Palmetto City Commission, the Manatee County School Board, and the Bradenton City Council will convene for meetings this week.
The roundabout planned for the intersection of Legacy Boulevard at Deer Drive and University Parkway in Lakewood Ranch will move forward as planned after a 4-3 vote by commissioners …
At Tuesday’s meeting, Manatee County Commission Chair George Kruse directed staff to cancel Thursday’s scheduled land use meeting in a defensive move to protect …
During Tuesday’s Manatee County Commission meeting, Commissioner Tal Siddique made a bid to get the board to fund a study to determine the best way to modernize Manatee …
In January, the newly elected Manatee County Commission unanimously voted to reinstate wetland and FDAB provisions of the comprehensive land use plan that had been amended by the prior …
In a parallel effort to address public health and community stability, the Manatee County Commission has unanimously approved the distribution of $1 million in opioid …
Florida firefighters accept the many life-threatening risks that come with the job, but most of them now face a danger they didn’t sign up for. The protective gear they wear is made with per- …
Florida has a new top prosecutor. Brad McVay was sworn in as statewide prosecutor Monday by Attorney General James Uthmeier. It is one of the top positions in the Florida Department of Legal …
As students prepare to return to school this year, it is important to discuss safety issues with your student before heading out. NHTSA shared the following tips to help prevent school …
In November of 2023, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Captive Wildlife Investigations received a report of numerous abandoned reptiles found in an Osceola County storage unit.
Uniquely colored flowers with big blooms might make for an aesthetically pleasing garden, but they can be unhelpful to pollinators. Careful consideration can help you plan a colorful and eco-friendly garden.
A federal appeals court has reinstated a First Amendment lawsuit filed by a pastor and community activist against then-Manatee County school Superintendent Cynthia Saunders after he was kicked out of …
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of David C. Thompson of Bradenton, Fla., on Saturday, August 2, 2025. David was born in Mount Horeb, …
Lois J. McFarren, age 66, of Moore Haven, Florida, passed away Friday, August 1, 2025 at her home. She was born on June 12, 1959, in Kankakee, Illinois, …
Patrick J. Dougherty, 65, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 9, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in 1959, Patrick lived a life filled with laughter, adventure, …
Karin L. Hall, departed this life on July 9, 2025, in Bradenton. Born on April 25, 1958, in the quaint town of Ashtabula, Ohio, Karin graced the …