At Thursday's Manatee Planning Commission meeting, commissioners voted 3-2 to recommend approval of a map and text amendment/rezone from RES-6 to RES-9, limited to a maximum density …
Seven members of Florida’s Democratic Congressional delegation have written a letter asking U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland to investigate the DeSantis administration’s …
It will be another very quiet week in local government. On Tuesday evening, at 6:00 p.m., the Manatee County Commission will convene for its second and final FY2025 budget …
Rick Scott said Wednesday that, if he were Donald Trump, he would do “as many debates as possible” against Kamala Harris. But when asked whether he’ll commit to at least one …
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 …
After receiving numerous grievance complaints regarding the Manatee County Republican Executive Committee, the Republican Party of Florida voted to suspend the political party …
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 …
The City of Palmetto and the Palmetto Community Redevelopment Agency recently announced that the long-awaited groundbreaking of the Woman’s Club in downtown Palmetto will take …
Plans for a future Home Depot Store at the intersection of Rangeland Parkway and Lorraine Road in East County will not move forward, says a representative of the …
Over the past week, red tide was observed at background concentrations in one sample from Southwest Florida and one sample from Florida’s East Coast. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF …
There are 6 Florida constitutional amendments on the November ballot. There are two local tax referenda on the ballot. Make sure you understand these amendments and referenda AND their implications …
Local educator and fifth-generation Manatee County resident Dr. Tamara Cornwell is seeking another term on the Palmetto City Commission. She is facing her first challenger since 2008, real estate …
At Tuesday's land use meeting, Manatee County Commissioners approved the purchase of a Cortez seafood restaurant and marina for use as a county boat ramp.
In the aftermath of Tropical Storm Debby, the City of Bradenton Water Reclamation Facility continues to bypass its filters, resulting in an ongoing discharge of partially treated …
BRADENTON — It will be a very busy week for local governments with important meetings scheduled each day. Besides regular and workshop meetings, the Bradenton City Council, the Manatee …
In the non-partisan Bradenton City Council Ward 5 race, Iris Thomas Garcia challenges first-term incumbent Pam Coachman. Coachman won an 8-point victory over Keenan Wooten in …
Former Bradenton City Councilman Bill Sanders will challenge incumbent Mayor Gene Brown in November’s non-partisan mayoral race. The race is shaping up to be the most …
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 …
Red tide was not observed in samples collected statewide over the past week. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF and NOAA NCCOS) to help track nearshore and offshore conditions. No reports …
With primary elections closed, candidates and voters in Manatee County turn toward the November General Election. Republican and Democrat candidates will face off in three Florida House District …