Rebranded Downtown Bradenton Farmers' Market Returns Saturday

The Bradenton Farmers’ Market has a new name – the Downtown Bradenton Public Market – when it returns to Old Main Street Saturday.

Register To Vote In Manatee County By Monday

Several Manatee County municipalities will elect new leaders Nov. 2, while all county residents will vote on school funding tax referendum.

Bradenton Extends Alternate Yard Waste And Recycling Pickup

Due to a driver shortage, the city announced it will continue its alternate yard waste and recycling pickup through October.

17-Year-Old Palmetto HS Student Dies Of COVID-19

Aryana Santana, described by her family as a "ray of sunshine" lost her battle with COVID-19 Tuesday morning.

Free Cemetery Tours Offered At Manatee Village In October

The Manatee Village Historical Park in Bradenton will offer free, staff-led tours of Manatee County's oldest public cemetery Oct. 9, 23.

4 Yard-Waste Drop-Off Sites Established Throughout Bradenton

With yard waste and recycling temporarily picked up during alternating weeks, 4 yard-waste drop-off sites have been established in the city.

Organizations Urge Peaceful Protest Against CPS In Manatee County

National groups ask people to leave teddy bears at the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office to protest children "unjustly" taken from parents.

Emergency grant enables repairs on youth group home

Funding of $27,800 from Manatee Community Foundation will cover plumbing repairs for Safe Children Coalition's ‘Grammie's House'

Visit These Manatee County Museums For Free On Museum Day 2021

Smithsonian Magazine’s 17th annual Museum Day will be held Sept. 18. The event gives free access for one day to museums across the country.

‘Never Forget,’ Say Deputies Who Worked For NYPD During 9/11

Three Manatee County deputies who worked for NYPD during the 9/11 attacks say Americans should “never forget” that tragic day, MCSO said.

Goodwill Manasota donates items for Haiti

Faith United Methodist Church in Manatee County puts out a call for donations to help victims of Haiti earthquake; Goodwill responds

9/11 Memorials Honor Victims, 20th Anniversary In Manatee County

Events throughout Manatee County will honor the victims of the Sept. 11 attacks and mark the 20th anniversary of the tragedy.

What’s Open, Closed In The Bradenton Area On Labor Day 2021

Here’s a look at what’s open and closed in Manatee County on Labor Day 2021.

Baaaad Day: Goat Plunges Into Sinkhole | Patch PM

Religious mask exemption | Goat stuck in sinkhole | Fake school plays football | Surfside site for sale | Youth leader arrested: Patch PM

138 Inmates Have COVID-19, Partial Lockdown At Jail Continues

A correctional deputy at Manatee County Jail died of COVID-19 and 138 inmates and 19 deputies have tested positive for the virus, MCSO said.

Third Party Appointed To Oversee Piney Point Closure: FDEP

A judge ordered an independent third party to oversee the management and closure of the Piney Point site, FDEP said.

Garbage Collection Changes Extended Due To Driver Shortage

Bradenton has extended its temporary recycling and yard waste collection schedule as a local and national CDL driver shortage continues.

Embattled FL Congressman Marries, Asks Trump For OK | Patch PM

Trump OKs Gaetz's marriage | COVID treatment site | "Idol" singer regains baby | Iron Gwazi coaster opening | Mask mandate hearing: Patch PM

No-Swim Advisory Issued For Beach On Anna Maria Island: DOH

A no-swim advisory was issued at Bayfront Park North after high levels of the enterococci bacteria were found, the FL DOH said.

‘American Idol’ Finalist Syesha Mercado Reunited With Newborn

The singer’s partner, Tyron Deener, shared that their newborn daughter was returned to them Friday after they temporarily lost custody.

COVID-19 Testing No Longer Available At Palmetto Bus Station

The site will only offer first, second and third coronavirus vaccine doses. Testing is still available at Bradenton Area Convention Center.

State-Run Monoclonal Antibodies Clinic To Open In Manatee: Servia

A state-run monoclonal antibodies clinic to treat COVID-19 patients will open at Manatee Memorial Hospital, Commissioner Misty Servia said.

Thief Does 'Something Stupid For A Snickers Bar': Cops | Patch PM

Survey: Should FL mask up? | Snickers craving leads to arrest | $15K reward | Child porn arrest | Food bank needs volunteers: Patch PM

Concern Grows About Rainfall Capacity At Piney Point: FDEP

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection worries there could be another contaminated wastewater leak at Piney Point.

Neighborhood Enhancement Grant Funding Still Available

Seven neighborhood projects —​ from landscaping to installing security cameras —​ have been approved in Manatee County so far this year.

World’s Largest Solar-Powered Battery Being Built In Parrish

Crews recently installed the first batteries for FL Power and Light’s Manatee Energy Storage Center, which will have a 409 MW capacity.

Hospitalized County Commissioner Battling COVID-19: Report

Fully vaccinated Manatee County Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge hospitalized with coronavirus, reports said.

FL Lottery Winners Include $2.3M Cash, New Truck | Patch PM

2 big lottery wins | Tropical Storm Fred's path | Tea shop's 1-year party | Jazz fest lineup | Red tide warnings | Amazon station: Patch PM

More Than 100 Jobs To Be Filled At Manatee County Hiring Expo

Manatee County will hold a hiring expo Aug. 26 at the Bradenton Area Convention Center. Jobs could be offered on the spot.

FDEP Sues Piney Point Owners For Contaminated Wastewater Breach

The Florida Department of Environmental Protections has filed a lawsuit against HRK Holdings, owner of the Piney Point site.

New FEMA Flood Insurance Maps Could Impact Homeowners’ Premiums

FEMA’s new flood insurance rate map goes into effect Aug. 10. Most changes affect coastal areas of Manatee County and the Gamble Creek area.

Wilson-Wood Foundation funds early education for area families

Grant of $10,000 to support Safe Children Coalition’s ‘HIPPY’ program, for families with preschool-age children

CDC Reports Record Number Of New COVID Cases In FL | Patch PM

Trophy office building opens in Tampa | Retailers, theme parks respond to coronavirus surge | Chefs to compete during benefit: Patch PM

Eatery Says Unvaccinated Should ‘Refrain From Visiting'| Patch PM

Red tide kills sea creatures | Survey shows COVID-19 concern | SharkCon coming to Tampa | County helps with unfinished pools: Patch PM

Since May, 41 County Workers Positive For COVID-19: Official

Manatee County’s utilities department, with many mask and vaccine hesitant workers, was hit hardest by COVID-19, an official said.

Myakka City Fire Control Looking For Commission Applicants

Two temporary fire commission seats are open in Myakka City. These roles are in place until the district merges with East Manatee Fire.

Driver Shortage Forces City To Change Solid Waste Collection

Bradenton has adopted a temporary solid waste collection schedule due to a driver shortage. Recycling, yard waste will switch every week.

Children’s Services Advisory Board Accepting Applications

Six seats are open on Manatee County’s Children’s Services Advisory Board.

‘Unexpected Employee Illness’ Backs Up Garbage Collection: County

All garbage collection for the week in Manatee County will be completed by Saturday evening.

Library Card Design Contest Accepting Submissions Through July 31

The Manatee County Public Library System is asking for the community’s help with designing its new library cards.