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 …
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, …
At Tuesday's meeting, the Manatee County Commission unanimously approved the installation of school zone speed cameras throughout the county. Immediately after, the board approved an agreement …
When a government official is elected to a seat of public service or appointed to public office, the privilege comes with the foremost responsibility of upholding the public’s trust.
The State Attorney's Office will not pursue charges against Manatee County Commission Chair Mike Rahn and former commissioner Vanessa Baugh. The two were alleged to have violated …
At Tuesday's Manatee County Commission meeting, board members were given a presentation on a planned park in northwest Manatee County, the cost of which surprised at least one …
Motorists pulled over and found not to have valid driver’s licenses would face mandatory jail time if arrested three times for that offense, according to a proposal moving its way through the …
On Tuesday, conservation, public health, and environmental justice organizations notified the Environmental Protection Agency of their intent to sue the agency for …
The Horseshoe Pitchers on Anna Maria Island plan to re-enact the depiction of horseshoe pitchers from a famous 1915 photograph. The members will dress in period-appropriate …
More information is becoming available concerning criminal felony charges brought against Manatee County’s former administrator Scott Hopes. Hopes was booked at the Manatee …
A Manatee School District elementary teacher and teacher’s aide are facing criminal charges for allegedly tying a seven-year-old student to a chair during recess …
This week, the Manatee School Board will hold a regular meeting on Tuesday and a workshop meeting on Thursday. The Manatee County Commission will convene for a regular board …
Former Manatee County Administrator Scott Hopes has been charged with three felonies by the State Attorney's Office. The Manatee County Sheriff's Office began an investigation …
Environmental advocates say they’re optimistic about legislation that relates to removing litter, including balloons, from our waterways and oceans.
In December, the United States Border Patrol processed 225,000 migrants who entered the U.S. illegally, more than any other month in the agency's history. While most of the migrants …
The 2024 Florida Legislative Session is currently in session and will conclude on March 8. Environmental non-profit 1000 Friends of Florida has identified a number of bills that …
The School District of Manatee County is hosting two job fairs in February, offering a variety of positions for job seekers with on-site interviews available.
The Gulf Islands Ferry will expand service to the historic Bridge Street pier in the City of Bradenton Beach starting Friday, February 9, barring any inclement weather. …
Former President Donald Trump can be prosecuted for charges he schemed to overturn the 2020 election, a three-judge panel of a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday, rejecting …
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