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Red Tide Status Update: 6/27/25

Over the past week, red tide was not observed in samples collected statewide. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF and NOAA NCCOS) to help track nearshore and offshore conditions.

Kruse Blasts Governor for Signing SB 180 into Law

Manatee County Commission Chair George Kruse (R-D7) took to social media Friday to blast Gov.  Ron DeSantis' signing of SB 180, which will extend a prohibition on communities enacting stricter …

Manatee County Animal Welfare has suspended all feline intake at Bishop Animal Shelter following a confirmed outbreak of panleukopenia, a highly contagious and often deadly …

Melton Little Joins House D71 2026 Republican Primary

Local attorney Melton Little has announced he will join the Republican primary for the 2026 Florida House District 71 race. The seat is currently held by Will Robinson, who is …

Local Man Convicted After Deadly Hit and Run

After fleeing a deadly hit-and-run accident, Juan Victor Santizhernandez was convicted in a jury trial of Driving Without a Valid Driver's License Causing Death, Leaving the Scene of a Crash with …

This Week in Local Government: 6/29/25

There are no meetings of note on local government calendars this week.  All local government facilities will be closed this Friday in observance of July 4th, Independence …

It may not be one of the things to learn in kindergarten, but it’s supposed to be absorbed at some point in the education of a lawyer: Don’t disobey a judge. You can disagree, and …

Florida students’ math and reading scores rise in 2025

End-of-year testing results show that Florida students were more proficient in math and reading than they were a year ago. Statewide progress monitoring scores , announced by Gov. Ron DeSantis …

Beginning July 1, financial-risk standards for local governments in Florida using public money to invest in bonds funding Israel's government will be removed. The change comes …

After nearly a decade, the 12th Judicial Circuit has issued final judgments regarding a lawsuit filed by former Manatee High School Football Coach and Athletic Director Joe …

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation Monday designed to provide financial relief to condominium owners who have faced serious financial strains from tightened regulations …

LWV Manatee County School Board Notes: 6/17/25

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 …

Proposed Pope Ranch Development Denied in Final BOCC Vote

A controversial land development application seeking a rezone of roughly 217 acres along CR 765 (Rutland Road) in Parrish was unanimously denied by Manatee County Commissioners …

Red Tide Status Update: 6/20/25

Over the past week, red tide was detected at background concentrations in one sample from Southwest Florida. We continue to use chlorophyll satellite imagery (USF, NOAA NCCOS) to help track nearshore …

City officials from Bradenton and Palmetto gathered yesterday to celebrate a major milestone: the official ribbon cutting for the expanded Freebee electric ride service that now …

During his first administration, President Donald Trump promised to repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare, but ultimately fell short. While there is less chatter …

This year marks a special milestone as the cities of Bradenton and Palmetto come together to promote their Independence Day celebrations, highlighting exciting, family-friendly …

Manatee County residents who want to help protect land and water resources, preserve fish and wildlife habitat, and provide for passive recreation are invited to apply for one …

On Wednesday, the U.S. Senate confirmed President Donald Trump’s nominee to lead U.S. Customs and Border Protection, a major role for carrying out the president’s …

Budget setbacks outweigh successes as extended session concludes

After 45 days of overtime, Florida legislators concluded their 2025 session with a state budget that included more setbacks than successes for land conservation. Florida …

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