Over the past week, red tide was observed at background concentrations in one sample from Florida’s East Coast. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF and NOAA NCCOS) to help track …
Classic convertibles with candy paint sitting on white walls parked as props for the entrance. Inside, black-tie musicians entertain guests as they walk the red carpet to the luxury clubhouse. …
Jeff Buckley may be the best musician you’ve never heard of. His career spanned exactly one album, but his influence is immeasurable. In It's Never Over, Jeff Buckley , award-winning …
Jay Collins, a Florida Senator and former Green Beret, has been selected by Ron DeSantis as his next Lieutenant Governor. Collins succeeds Jeanette Nuñez, who stepped down earlier this year to …
Seth Hernandez is getting used to being in Bradenton. Back on July 26, Hernandez became professional property of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Officially, the Corona High School pitching standout in …
“Why do we keep designing a world where accessibility is “added on later?” We all ready have the tools, people and technology. Question is does Manatee County have the will or the …
The School District of Manatee County invites all high school seniors and their families to attend an informational workshop and learn about upcoming FAFSA workshops beginning …
Indivisible Manatee will be back in action this weekend with a rally taking place along University Parkway on Saturday, August 16. The event joins hundreds of similar rallies across the country for a …
As summer winds down and students head back to school, I want to wish all of the families, teachers, and staff a safe and successful year ahead. Education is at the heart of a strong community, and …
Like a lot of you, I’m a sucker for movies about scrappy underdogs who somehow thrash their way to triumph. “The Bad News Bears,” “The Replacements,” even “ …
My whole life, people have made fun of me for my deep and abiding love of horror movies. When I was a kid, running around excited, trying to explain the plot of “Evil Dead II” to my …
Mangroves are trees and shrubs that grow along tropical and subtropical coastlines. They’re extremely important. While often mistaken for swampy or unremarkable vegetation, they play an …
It will be a somewhat slow week in local government, except for the Manatee County Commission, which will be in session on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. …
Mellisa Lillian Brennan (Roberts), 61, passed away on August 1, 2025. Born and raised in Ocala, Florida, on March 26, 1964, Mellisa's life …
Allen Langford, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family. A lifelong resident of …
As for me and my house we will serve the Lord' (Josuha 24.15). On March 20, 1929, Clarence Lorenzo Love, Sr. made his first appearance as the fifth child born to the union of the Late Ben Love …
Auburn, Alabama native Susan Skelton passed away on May 19, 2025 at the age of 79 in Bradenton, Florida. She was born on June 18, 1945 in …
Patricia Ann Sturgis 64, of Bradenton, FL transitioned on August 3, 2025. Visitation will be held 6PM-8PM Friday, August 15, 2025 at Westside Funeral Home 204 7th St W, Palmetto, FL. Services are …
Charles Michael "Mike" Watson, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 5, 2025. He was 80 years old. He is survived by his beloved wife Brenda; son Brett (Arlene) Watson; …
This week, Mitch & Dawn discuss the ongoing LWR roundabout saga, the Manatee County Commission's upcoming wetlands vote, Trump's new choice for BLS commissioner, and more ...