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Hurricane Helene and Milton Recovery Assistance

In the aftermath of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the American Red Cross has sheltered thousands of people, sent our emergency response vehicles into neighborhoods to deliver meals, snacks and relief …

This Saturday, December 14, Suncoast Waterkeeper, in partnership with Suncoast Aqua Ventures, Sarasota Bay Estuary Program (SBEP), Tampa Bay Estuary Program (TBEP), Tampa Bay Waterkeeper, …

Congressman Vern Buchanan recently announced the winners of the 16th Congressional District Fire and Rescue and Emergency Medical Services Awards. Buchanan established the awards in …

Halloween Book Drive Ahead of VOTA Trick or Treat Event

This Halloween, Manatee County businesses and organizations are joining forces in a county-wide initiative to promote literacy and community engagement. The drive aims to collect …

Chasing Sunshine: The Gomillions' Move to Bradenton

Dan and Erika Gomillion are looking into a brighter future after making an emotional move to the Sunshine State and settling in Bradenton. When the world shut down in 2020, many businesses …

Combat Vet Finds Solace Through Art

Zeke Crozier lives in Bradenton, but not too many years ago, he was in a helicopter in Afghanistan on his second combat tour. It crashed, and his life changed forever. Zeke suffered a traumatic …

Faith, a 14-year-old from Bradenton, struggles with cystic fibrosis but is in her happy place while she’s making music. Thanks to a custom "she-shed" from Make-A-Wish Southern …

This Sunday, May 19, Stottlemyer’s Smokehouse will host “the party of the decade” for a good cause...

Troop 22 Induct Five to Eagle Scouts

On Sunday, five local young men earned Eagle Scout status during a ceremony at the Palma Sola Botanical Park.

Six Southeast High School IB Students Earn Scholarships

Six Southeast High School International Baccalaureate (IB) students received scholarships from the Manatee River Rotary Club Wednesday night …

Over the weekend, Congressman Vern Buchanan (R-Longboat Key) hosted the 10th annual Congressional Education Awards ceremony to give special recognition to 26 dedicated professionals …

Temple Beth El Celebrates 50th Anniversary

Why is the 50th year of Temple Beth El’s existence an important milestone? Jubilee (Yovel, in Hebrew), as stated in the bible, took place every fifty years. It was intended as a year of rest, …

Walkathon 2024 to Benefit Southeastern Guide Dogs

Southeastern Guide Dogs Inc. is gearing up for Walkathon 2024 , taking place in five locations. Walkathon is, paws down, the best day ever for dog lovers and their tail-wagging …

The Rowlett Middle School TSA team's journey to the annual state conference in Orlando, Florida, is a testament to their hard work and dedication. Led by their teacher, Robert …

Four BPD Officers Promoted

The Bradenton Police Department recently promoted four officers to the rank of Sergeant. Sergeant Kristie Affolter joined the Bradenton Police Department in 2017 and has served her …

Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival Returns Feb. 17-18

For the past four decades, people have gathered in one of Florida’s last true fishing villages each February to celebrate the region's cultural history and honor the men and …

The Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller's office recently announced the 4th Annual Valentine's Day Group Wedding. This heartwarming event joins together …

Allen and Kaye Butler hare Manatee County’s 2024 Citizens of the Year. The couple's tireless work resulted in them being named the 2024 Distinguished Citizens of the Year by …

YVote Contest Winners’ Works on View at Local Libraries

The Betty J. Johnson North Sarasota Library is currently displaying the work of Sarasota’s public high school students who won the League of Women Voters of Sarasota County’s YVote …

Bradenton ninth grader Jackson Frey recently received an Academic All-American Award from USA Gymnastics. This prestigious award recognizes academic achievement in junior gymnasts …

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