Byron Donalds says “job one” for him if elected governor of Florida next year would be the repeal two provisions of the gun-safety package passed by the Florida Legislature following the …
Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a law Wednesday bringing harsher penalties and restrictions for owners of dogs that severely injure or kill people. The bill, known as the “ Pam Rock Act ,” …
It will be a relatively quiet week for local governments, with only the Bradenton City Council in session. All local government offices and facilities will be closed on …
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Education Issues Action Team observes the School Board of Manatee County meetings for items of interest to citizens and to the League, and …
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Education Issues Action Team observes the School Board of Manatee County meetings for items of interest to citizens and to the League, and notes …
When luxury builder John Neal sold most of the lots available for new homes inside his gated community of University Park, straddling the Sarasota-Manatee line, he next set his eyes on its renowned …
Manatee County Government offices will be closed Monday, May 26, 2025, to commemorate Memorial Day. As part of the County’s commemoration, a special event will take place …
On Thursday, the Manatee County Commission held its first required hearing for a proposed measure to implement impact fee increases. Though the required public hearing …
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 …
As summer approaches, Airbnb is rolling out anti-party technology across the US and Puerto Rico to help reduce the risk of unauthorized and disruptive parties over the Memorial Day …
Over the past week, the red tide organism Karenia brevis was detected at background concentrations in three samples. We continue to use chlorophyll satellite imagery (USF, NOAA …
A footnote in a budget bill U.S. House Republicans are trying to pass before Memorial Day is the first major signal for how Congress may address artificial intelligence legislation, as they seek to …
American Airlines will launch daily nonstop service to Miami, FL (MIA) from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) beginning November 3.
As more new special development districts break ground across the Suncoast, area officials warn they could mean higher tax bills and traffic congestion for those buying into these communities.
Over the past week, red tide was detected at background concentrations in three samples collected from Southwest Florida. We continue to examine chlorophyll satellite imagery (USF, NOAA NCCOS) …
Florida has banned fluoride from its water supply. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed ( SB 700 ) into law Thursday making Florida the second state (after Utah) in the country to ban municipalities from …
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office will be featured on the next season of the reality TV show COPS. Production crews have been doing regular ride-alongs with Manatee County …
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office announced this week that a former Manatee County teacher has been charged with molesting and committing battery on multiple elementary-aged …
First Lady Casey DeSantis on Wednesday denounced the criticism about her Hope Florida charity program in her harshest terms to date, while maintaining that she remains open about a potential run next …
Members of Congress from both political parties are calling on the Trump administration to unfreeze funding for a grant program that helps local communities better prepare for …