Man Hit By 2 Cars Killed While Crossing US 41: FL Highway Patrol

A Bradenton man was hit by two cars and killed while crossing US 41 in Manatee County, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Student Threatened Shooting At Palmetto Middle School: MCSO

A student at a Palmetto middle school was charged with a felony after threatening to shoot up a classroom, Manatee County sheriff said.

Manatee County Administrator Resigns During Meeting: Report

Scott Hopes resigned from his position as Manatee County administrator rather than have his contract terminated, reports said.

Parrish High School Evacuated Tuesday After Bomb Threat: Report

The school was also in lockdown two days last week after medical emergencies and an “anonymous and vague threat,” Parrish High School said.

Kruse DUI Trial On Hold As It Heads To Manatee Appeals Court: Records

A judge ruled that audio from a deputy’s bodycam footage can’t be used as evidence against a Manatee County commissioner accused of DUI.

MCAT Adds Buses To Serve Seasonal Demand: Manatee County

To meet seasonal demand, Manatee County Area Transit expanded its services. MCAT buses fare-free services also continue.

Overnight Vehicle Thefts, Burglaries Investigated: Bradenton Police

Multiple vehicles were broken into and stolen, including a Kia Forte and a Land Rover Discovery, overnight in Bradenton, police said.

Students learn valuable lessons from "sock babies"

Local high school students learn real-life responsibilities

Mustangs Ahead podcast - Feb. 3

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

Music Compound presents performance workshop

Professional artist Yaya Diamond will provide coaching and feedback on working - and owning - the stage

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe presents ‘Dreamgirls’

Broadway classic takes an inspirational journey through American pop music, tells the story of fictional girl group, The Dreams

Passenger With 21 Warrants, Drugs Found During I-75 Traffic Stop: FHP

A Bradenton man with 21 outstanding warrants and a Land O’Lakes woman face drug charges after a Naples traffic stop, FL Highway Patrol said.

New Superintendent Search: Manatee School Board Seeks Public Input

The current superintendent, Cynthia Saunders, will retire in June at the end of the 2022-23 school year, Manatee County Schools said.

Local public relations chapter hosts Media-Con

Central West Coast chapter of the FPRA offers insights from and access to members of the media during morning program

Goodwill awarded second USAA grant to support career services

Funding to support continued career enhancement training and employment placement services to Black and Hispanic veterans and spouses

Slim Chickens, Tzeva, Capriotti’s, Dry Dock Grill: Restaurant News

In Sarasota and Bradenton restaurant news: Slim Chickens, Tzeva at Art Ovation Hotel, Capriotti’s, Dry Dock Waterfront Grill.

Music Compound presents ‘Shred the Love’ fundraiser

Local music school partnering with Big Top Brewing Company to raise money for scholarships

Safe Children Coalition presents 2023 Giving Breakfast

Inaugural event to honor four ‘Champions for Children’: Michele Grimes, Rick Oswald, and Bobbie and Floyd Price

Baugh To Pay $8K Fine, Admit Guilt In FL Ethics Case Settlement

Manatee County Commissioner Vanessa Baugh was accused of misusing her position when setting up an exclusive COVID vaccine event in 2021.

Local students hear Holocaust survivor stories

Holocaust advocate shares story of his mother's escape from Nazi-controlled Europe

Lost Emu Goes Home, James Beard Awards, Dolphin Rescue: FL Good News

FL good news this week: Live shows return to Venice Theatre, James Beard restaurant honors, emu returns home, “Imagine Blackness” exhibit.

Wandering Emu Helped Back Home By Bradenton Officers: Police

While helping the fire department at a shed fire, Bradenton police came across a lost emu and helped the large bird get home.

Vehicle Burglaries: 1 Charged In Break-Ins, Manatee Sheriff Says

An Indiana man suspected of multiple vehicle burglaries in Manatee County was arrested in Sarasota, the sheriff’s office said.

Letters Stolen From Neighborhood Signs In Parrish: Manatee Sheriff

Vandals have stolen letters from the entrance signs to several Parrish neighborhoods, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Classroom Library Censorship On Manatee School Board Meeting Agenda

On Tuesday night, the Manatee County School Board will discuss the compliance of classroom libraries in the district with new Florida law.

3 Shot In Bradenton, 4 In Custody After Related Car Crash: Police

Three people were hospitalized after a Monday shooting in Bradenton, while four were taken into custody in a related car crash, police said.

DUI Driver Convicted In Fatal U.S. Crash In Manatee County: Brodsky

A woman driving under the influence of marijuana was convicted in a 2015 crash that killed a driver, injured 3 kids, state attorney said.

Man Indicted In Killing Of Girlfriend At Bradenton Hotel: Brodsky

A man was charged with first-degree murder in the killing of his girlfriend at a Bradenton hotel in August, Brodsky’s office said.

LISTEN - LRHS Mustangs Ahead podcast - Jan. 20

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

Local students tasked to practice kindness

Lakewood Ranch High Mustangs ready to take the Kindness Challenge

Local public relations chapter honors longtime members

Central West Coast chapter of the Florida Public Relations Association celebrates 50-year member Joe Curley, 25-year member Colleen Thayer

Downtown Driver Unaware His Car Was On Fire: Bradenton Police

A driver in downtown Bradenton was unaware that his car was on fire on Wednesday evening, police said.

Woman Using Walker Hit By Garbage Truck In Bradenton: FHP

A woman with a walker was critically injured after being hit by a garbage truck in a condo parking lot in Bradenton, FL Highway Patrol said.

Circus Sarasota presents 25th anniversary show

An international cast of world-class circus artists will thrill audiences during Circus Sarasota 2023 show

Baugh, Servia Trade Jabs On Celebratory MLK Day Social Media Post

Writing on a post celebrating Dr. King, Manatee Commissioner Baugh told former Commissioner Servia she’s “disgusting,” “worthless," “fake."

2 Children Shot School Buses With BB Guns: Bradenton Police

An 11-year-old and a 17-year-old face felony charges after shooting school buses with BB guns, Bradenton police said.

Hagens Foundation funds educational enrichment for area families

Annette J. Hagens Memorial Foundation grant of $1,500 to Safe Children Coalition will support HIPPY program

SCF Recognizes Key Health Care Industry and Foundation Supporters

LINE and PIPELINE Funding prove critical for SCF

No Signs Of 'Homicidal Violence' In Teacher’s Death: Manatee Sheriff

Justin Darr was missing for a week before his body was found Sunday near his Parrish home, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Local students address new scholarship requirements

State scholarships recognize student workers as well as volunteers