New College of Florida trustees voted Wednesday on a tuition hike — raising questions about whether it would still qualify for a Trump administration agreement barring such increases for the next …
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Government Committee observes Manatee County Commission meetings for items of interest to citizens and the League and notes adherence, or lack of …
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Blaise Ingoglia previewed legislation Wednesday meant to increase spending accountability and transparency for local government officials, with …
Manatee County Commissioners are choosing to continue moving forward with a conservative and exploratory approach to the county’s planning for the proposed “Cortez Marina” at the …
On Thursday, the U.S. House passed legislation that would make more than a dozen changes to the Clean Water Act , including limiting the power of states to block infrastructure due to …
Florida professors, university faculty, and teaching assistants could soon be able to openly carry firearms on campus, thanks to a sweeping new measure filed by a Republican lawmaker. Sen. Don …
This week, the Tourist Development Council, the Palmetto City Commission, the Manatee County Commission, and the Manatee County Port Authority ...
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Education Issues Committee observes the Manatee County School Board meetings for items of interest to citizens and the League and notes adherence, or lack …
Sarasota and Manatee counties’ school districts have shut the door on Schools of Hope charter operators seeking space inside public campuses—for now. Both districts denied the Nov. …
Manatee County Commissioners will receive a staff update next week concerning the plans for the “Cortez Marina” redevelopment project. A community group of Cortez …
Florida’s state and local tax structure makes Florida an excellent place to be an affluent retiree or a wealthy investor, but not so great for working families or young couples starting …
Over the past week, red tide was observed in 25 samples from Northwest Florida. Bloom concentrations (>100,000 cells/liter) were observed in four samples. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF …
The Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport looks to be once again attempting to sell some of its land to New College of Florida. The Federal Aviation Administration blocked a previous attempt last …
President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday night that aims to preempt states from enacting rules governing artificial …
Shop Manatee brings together a wide variety of local products, including boutique apparel, handcrafted goods, home décor, specialty foods, coffee, jewelry, and unique gifts. Each listing links …
Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a $117.3 billion state budget proposal Wednesday, his eighth and last, that includes new money for a Make America Healthy Again commission, transfers part of the University …
Manatee County is inviting residents to take part in a FREE Community Cleanup Event on Saturday, January 10, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., at two …
After taking life-saving measures to assist the victim of a vehicle crash, MCSO Work Farm Inmate Crew Leader Jose Torres was named the Manatee County Sheriff's Office Employee of the Year. In …
After risking his safety to rescue swimmers at risk of drowning, Sergeant Brett Getman has been named MCSO’s 2025 Deputy of the Year. On August 9, 2025, Sergeant Getman and Deputy Vincent …
Manatee County Animal Welfare is celebrating the completion of a major kennel expansion at its Bishop location (5718 21st Ave. W, Bradenton) with a ribbon cutting on Wednesday, …