On Tuesday, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office announced that detectives from the Special Investigations Division arrested a local drug dealer and seized over $1.7 million …
In its effort to address stormwater maintenance and canal system clearance, Manatee County is allocating nearly $2 million toward completing the project ahead of the official start of …
At Thursday’s Manatee County Planning Commission meeting, staff will present the proposed policy to meet the BOCC’s directive to restore wetland protection policies …
At Tuesday's Manatee County Commission meeting, board chair George Kruse initiated a conversation on reimagining the planning commission—an advisory board that makes non-binding …
We all know how much construction is going on in Parrish and accept delays and blockages on a daily basis. Sometimes three or more sections under construction on one road. My question is : "Who …
A new analysis of potential budget cuts for safety net programs such as Medicaid and in food aid provided to low-income families says the impact could be crushing and far-reaching in Florida and …
Dogs will be dogs and dog parks are meant for dogs. I have been disappointed in the behavior I see at the G.T. Bray dog park, not by the animals but by the humans. In the past few weeks, I have seen …
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County sent support for HB261/SB296 to the Superintendent of Manatee Schools and each member of the Manatee County Florida Legislative Delegation. The …
Families are invited to join Manatee County Natural Resources Department for a Nature Play Fest at the Robinson Preserve’s Mosaic Center for Nature, Exploration, Science, …
James Ward Griffin Sr. passed away on January 15, 2025, in Bradenton, Florida, at the age of 93 surrounded by family. He was born on August 29, 1931, in Simla, Colorado, and was a devoted husband and …
Earl "Marvin" Brethauer, 93, of Bradenton, FL, passed away peacefully at home on March 8, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. He was born on …
Raymond William Kleutgen of Parrish, Florida, Passed away on March16th, 2025 with his family and friends at bedside. He was a cherished …
Sandra Ann Miller ( Sandi) passed away March 10, 2025 in Bradenton, Florida. Sandi was born on October 16, 1947 in Massena, NY and was …
Dr. Harvey Webb, Jr. (Ret. Major, Army) passed peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, October 27, 2024, in his home in Bradenton, Florida, at approximately 4:00 pm. He was 95 years old. Harvey Webb, …
Grant Yancey Gass, affectionately known as "Biggie", passed away on March 17, 2025, at the age of 40, after bravely battling illness for seven years. He was a beloved son, husband, stepfather, …
Born on February 14, 1934, in Mayo, Florida, Willie Mae was a devoted wife, loving mother, cherished grandmother, and revered educator. She departed this life on March 17, 2025 surrounded by her …
Henry Robert Lambert, 83, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 18, 2025. He was born on May 24, 1941, in Joliet, Illinois. He was preceded in death by his wife, Barbara (Janisco) …
Edward R. Pedersen, 93, passed away on March 15, 2025, in Bradenton, FL. Born on February 8, 1932, Edward grew up in Burlington, MA, …
Patricia A. Smith was born on May 2, 1947 in Manatee County to the late Marion and Katie Mae Green. She was raised by her grandmother Sarah Howard. She attended Lincoln Memorial High School and …
Did you know Florida’s tropical paradise once hid a dark secret? The Trafficante crime family, also known as the Tampa Mafia, was one of the most powerful crime families in the country. Led by the infamous Santo Trafficante Jr., this Italian-American syndicate ruled Tampa’s underworld from the 1950s to the 1980s. Curious how this quiet power player became one of the most respected — and feared — bosses of his time? Let’s uncover the mystery.