Project Pride announces Grand Pride Flag March

LGBTQ+ advocacy organization determined to ‘light the bridge’ its way in response to disappointing bridge lighting news

Safe Children Coalition supports fathers and families

New program equipping fathers with necessary resources to get and stay engaged in their children’s lives

SUV Driver Dead In Manatee County Crash: FL Highway Patrol

The driver lost control of his SUV in Palmetto, driving off the road and into a canal with no water, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Music Compound Album Ensemble returns to pay tribute to The Beatles

Member musicians and Music Compound instructors will perform entirety of ‘Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band’ during two shows on June 29

Future Business Leader State Conference Winners Moving on to Nationals

Eight SCF students who won awards at the Florida Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Collegiate State Leadership Conference in Orlando

Filmmaking Major Builds Technological Skills and Self-Confidence

Matt Boldin is benefiting from a life-changing experience as a filmmaking major and student employee at SCF.

Tiny Gator Swept From Lobby Of FL Restaurant: Watch

Deputies used a broom to sweep a tiny gator from outside a Bradenton Peach’s restaurant, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Brain Bowl Team Takes National Championship Tournament Sixth Place Win

The SCF Brain Bowl team finished sixth place overall at the National Academic Quiz Tournaments

State Music Symposium Student Solo Artist Winners Awarded Scholarships

Four SCF Music program students won scholarship awards and invitations to perform at the solo artist recital.

Man Shoots, Kills Mother Before Turning Gun On Self: Manatee Sheriff

Deputies are investigating a Sunday evening murder-suicide in Parrish, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

Water Quality Advisory Issued At Manatee County Beach: FL DOH

High enterococcus bacteria levels were found in water samples at Palma Sola South beach, the FL Dept. of Health in Manatee County said.

Man Shot Woman Retrieving Belongings From Mobile Home: Manatee Sheriff

A woman was shot by a man she dated while retrieving her belongings from a Bradenton mobile home Thursday night, the Manatee sheriff said.

Whataburger Coming To Manatee County: Report

The Texas-based burger chain Whataburger hopes to expand south in Florida with a new restaurant in the Bradenton area, a report said.

$50K Stolen From Senior In Phishing Scam: Bradenton Police

A Bradenton senior was recently scammed out of nearly $50K after clicking on a phishing message that popped up on Facebook, police said.

Burn Bans In Effect In Sarasota, Manatee Counties

Because of ongoing hot and dry weather, burn bans are in effect in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

Motorcyclist Killed In Manatee County Crash: FL Highway Patrol

A Bradenton man died after being thrown from his motorcycle in a Cortez Road crash Saturday afternoon, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Woman Shot, Killed Self At Bradenton Apartment Complex: Police

A woman died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at her Bradenton apartment Tuesday afternoon, police said.

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe to present summer show

Award-winning comedy ‘Coconut Cake’ will run at WBTT from June 12-23

Lakewood Ranch High graduate ready to soar in the military

A local man is graduating from Lakewood Ranch High into US Army flight school

Deputy Shot In Bradenton: Manatee County Sheriff

A deputy is recovering after being shot in the arm during an incident in Bradenton, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Music Compound presents 2024 ‘Rock Your Summer Reading’

Program encourages reading while school is out, with prizes donated by local businesses and attractions for every five books read

Lakewood Ranch bids farewell to Class of '24

Nearly 600 Lakewood Ranch seniors graduated on May 16.

Project Pride announces Silver Pride Sarasota on June 8

LGBTQ+ advocacy organization to celebrate LGBTQ+ community members 'ages 50 and better' during free event at Senior Friendship Centers

Sunshine Skyway Bridge Won’t Light Up For Pride Month: Report

​The Sunshine Skyway Bridge won't light up in colors recognizing Pride month, Juneteenth and other awareness days, reports said.

Sneaker Could Help Detectives Identify Body: Manatee County Sheriff

The only item found with a badly decomposed body on the shore of Rattlesnake Key was a Nike sneaker, the Manatee County sheriff said.

Safe Children Coalition’s Youth Shelter campaign boosted by donation

Roberta Leventhal Sudakoff Foundation provides $1.5 million in financial support, including $500,000 challenge match

Goodwill Manasota partners with Gulfstream Goodwill Industries

Neighboring Goodwill organizations collaborate to enhance retail operations and expand mission services in South Florida

Decomposed Body Found In Miguel Bay: Manatee County Sheriff’s Office

The body was found in Miguel Key on the shore of Rattlesnake Key Sunday morning, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Water Quality Advisory Issued At Manatee County Beach: FL Officials

High enterococcus bacteria levels were found in water samples at Palma Sola South beach, the FL Dept. of Health in Manatee County said.

$4.25M Jackpot-Winning FL Lotto Ticket Sold At Publix

Though unclaimed so far, the $4.25M jackpot-winning ticket in Saturday’s FL Lotto drawing was bought at a Bradenton Publix, officials said.

"Mustangs Ahead" podcast - Class of 2024 bids farewell

A student-produced podcast focusing on issues at Lakewood Ranch High School.

District recognizes long-serving teachers

Manatee school officials are awarding teachers with at least 25 years service

Dakin Dairy Farms In Manatee County Sold To Owner’s Nephews

The 350-acre Dakin Dairy Farms in Myakka City will remain in the family after it was sold to the owner’s four nephews.

Florida’s Circuit 12 recognized with national award by CarePortal

Platform that connects families in need with resources provided by church members blossoms over first three years

SCF Occupational Therapy Graduates Poised to Pass National Exam

SCF Occupational Therapy Program graduated 19 students during its Spring 2024 commencement ceremonies.

1 Injured In Road-Rage Shooting, Suspect Arrested: Manatee Sheriff

A woman pregnant with twins was shot and injured in a road-rage shooting in Palmetto Sunday, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

1,090 Degrees & Certificates Bestowed at SCF Spring 2024 Commencement

SCF celebrated its Spring 2024 graduation with a pair of commencement ceremonies on Friday at the SCF Neel Performing Arts Center.

128 Nursing Students Celebrated At SCF 2024 Spring Pinning Ceremony

For information about SCF’s nursing program, visit SCF.edu/Nursing

White Coats And Pins Presented To 15 SCF Dental Hygiene Students

SCF’s dental hygiene students have consistently achieved a 100% pass rate on the National Board Dental Hygiene Exam

Pinterest 20 Aspiring Physical Therapist Assistants Awarded Pins

SCF awarded 20 Physical Therapist Assistant pins to graduating students during a ceremony on May 1