The Manatee County Sheriff beat his Republican challenger for the top law enforcement job.
The results from all 113 precincts are in and countedPatch
The Manatee County Supervisor of Elections office provides live results as ballots are counted. Here are the latest numbers.
The resignation follows an internal review by the school district.
The Miami-born U.S. Senator had been seen as a possible running mate for GOP hopeful Mitt Romney, who instead tapped Congressman Paul Ryan of Wisconsin.
Polls open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. in Manatee County today.
When voters go to the polls on Primary Day, they will be asked if they want to drop runoff elections, which can cost up to $60,000.
A bitter battle is udner way for the top job in the state attorney's office, after a well-heeled contributor apparently switched sides.
The grand opening is set for Oct. 18, but here's a look at what's under construction and what's already done.
Mendez has been serving as a Manatee County Planning Commissioner.
Take GPS-enabled devices to find geo-treasures at 10 locations across Manatee County
This is Leonard's first bid for public office.
Bustle, the incumbent, is running for a second term.
NASA-TV updates of Mars Curiosity rover via U-STREAM, providing new images and updates of the historic landing on Mars.
Construction of Berth 12 is complete and will allow the port to be able to handle large cargo ships coming through the Panama Canal.
Benac worked as a planner for Manatee County government.
McClash has held this commission seat for 22 years.
The amount will be contributed over three years.
Mike Bennett is leaving the state senate to vie for the Supervisor of Elections seat.
The office will be a campaign home for Bradenton supporters and volunteers.
Florida's 2012 Sales Tax Holiday runs Friday-Sunday. Here is what you need to know to find the best deals.
The construction trailer is in place and work has begun on the downtown hotel.
The phone line opens at 8 a.m., Aug. 7, to answer questions about a range of issues, from school registration to bus stop locations.
Andrew "Pepe" Kovanis was told by Rep. C.W. Bill Young to 'get a job,' when he asked the Congressman from Florida if he will support raising the minimum wage to $10.
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FEMA opened its office today to make sure that local residents and businesses get the help they need.
A popular Manatee Avenue bypass will shut down on Monday as the 9th Avenue bridge is replaced as part of the Ware's Creek dredging project.
Florida Gov. Rick Scott said despite the Supreme Court's ruling, Florida would not comply with President Barack Obama's Affordable Care Act.
Early estimates show that Manatee County escaped the worst of Debby's wind and rains, with the exception of beach erosion. County officials ask home and business owners to report any uninsured or underinsured property damage.
Among the new legislation are laws regarding school prayer, concealed weapons, disabled parking permits and sanctions for recruiting players for high school sports.
Local and state politicians react to today's Supreme Court ruling to uphold the Affordable Care Act.
Attorney General Pam Bondi said she was shocked by the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling.
A Level 1 state of emergency, the lowest declaration, is in effect as Tropical Storm Debby brings rain, winds and flooding to Florida.
Jerry Sandusky may spend the rest of his life in prison. Do you agree with the verdict? Vote in our poll.
President Barack Obama spoke at Hillsborough Community College, urging Democrats to "do their part" in helping him get re-elected.
Obama will be in Tampa today to speak at the Hillsborough Community College Dale Mabry Campus after a mid-day appearance in the Orlando area.
Click on the counties map to see the numbers. Here's a look at how Manatee County ranks compared with other Florida counties for concealed weapons permits.
The U.S. senator from Florida pens an autobiography, but is he eying higher office? Gov. Rick Scott is the new greeter at the Tampa airport. Here are some headlines from 'Sunburned,' a newsletter about Florida politics.
The candidates, incumbents and issues that will be affecting Bradenton and Manatee County
Budget cuts are resulting in shorter hours at the Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller.