State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota’s TRIO SSS Program Supports Winter 2025 Graduates’ Success

SCF's Outstanding Graduate Award (OGA) winner and an OGA finalist are among the Winter 2025 graduates who participated in SCF’s TRIO SSS.

Goodwill Manasota to open Bookstore & ADC on Longboat Key

First-ever Goodwill retail location on Longboat Key to feature thousands of books and convenient attended donation center

Phase II of residential construction to bring another 86 homes to Bradenton’s Aqua by the Bay

American Momentum Bank providing $22 million builder line of credit for construction of the first residential development in the master-plan

Local students learn value of soft skills

"Game on Nation” and “Lakewood Ranch Business Alliance" helped Lakewood Ranch High School students learn

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Holds Winter 2025 Nursing Pinning Ceremony

SCF awarded 173 pins to nursing graduates at its Winter 2025 nursing pinning ceremony at SCF’s Bradenton campus on Friday, Dec. 5.  

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Holds Winter 2025 Grad Walk and Graduation Ceremonies

SCF awarded more than 983 degrees and certificates to graduates at its Winter 2025 grad walk and graduation ceremonies on Friday, Dec. 5.

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Winter 2025 Break Schedule and Resources

SCF will close for winter break from Friday, Dec. 19 through Thursday, Jan. 1. SCF will resume normal operating hours on Friday, Jan. 2.

Man Who Bought Diesel Fuel With Stolen Credit Card Sought: Bradenton Police

Investigators are looking for a man who bought 44 gallons of diesel with a stolen credit card, Bradenton police said.

Person Hit, Killed By Van On U.S. 41: FL Highway Patrol

A person was hit and killed by a van while crossing U.S. 41, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Safe Children Coalition seeking additional adoptive families

Thousands of children in the region need safe, loving homes; next virtual training for potential adoptive families begins in January

Woman Shot In The Face At Bradenton Home: Manatee County Sheriff

Two people were shot at a Bradenton home, including a woman who was shot in the face, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

Major Expansion Completed At Manatee County Animal Welfare Facility

The Bishop Animal Shelter with expanded kennels and on-site veterinary care will serve as the primary hub for Manatee County Animal Welfare.

Mustangs Ahead podcast - Student Government works hard behind the scenes

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

Officials to teach "soft skills" to local teens

Lakewood Ranch High School freshmen will be encouraged to develop skills for future success

Forza Wealth Management moves, celebrates 10th anniversary

Fee-Only advisory firm manages nearly $400 million in assets and looks forward to further strategic growth at its new, larger location

Manatee County Man Sold Fentanyl To Undercover Federal Agents: U.S. DOJ

A Palmetto man with a prior drug conviction was sentenced to federal prison after selling fentanyl to undercover agents, the U.S. DOJ said.

Donation to Safe Children Coalition elevates Youth Shelter Campaign to Phase II

Second gift of $250,000 from the Leonard and Judith Schwartzbaum Family Foundation caps child welfare agency’s Phase I goal of $9 million

Man Who Stole Cell Phones From Bradenton Laundromat Sought: Watch

Investigators are looking for a suspect in the theft of several cell phones, other items from a Bradenton laundromat, police said.

Identity Of Woman Using Stolen Credit Cards In Bradenton Sought: Watch

A woman was caught on camera while using stolen credit cards at a Starbucks and a Wawa in Bradenton, police said.

WBTT Successfully Participates in the Bloomberg Philanthropies Digital Accelerator Program

Training and support through the Digital Accelerator Program will help WBTT use digital platforms to reach new and existing audiences

Death Of Man In Protective Custody Investigated By FDLE: Bradenton Police

A man at a Wawa gas station who claimed “the cartel” was chasing him died after being taken into custody, Bradenton police said.

Local students donate food for holiday needs

Lakewood Ranch High School Mustangs complete a successful food drive

Nightly Curfew For Teens Under 16 Approved By Manatee County Commissioners

There would be a few exceptions for a nightly curfew for Manatee County teens, including emergencies, school functions and working.

WBTT breaks fundraising record during fall gala

Thanks to sponsors and supporters, Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe raises over $500,000 to support its mission and operations

SCF Venice Literature and Library Team Nominated for Zero Textbook Cost Champion Award

A State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Venice literature and library team earned an FLVC Zero Textbook Cost Champion award nomination.

Woman Hit By Car, Killed While Crossing U.S. 301: FL Highway Patrol

A Palmetto woman was hit by a car and died while crossing U.S. 301 in Manatee County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

High School Football Coach Asked Girl, 16, For Sex: Manatee County Sheriff

An assistant high school football coach in Bradenton was charged with soliciting sexual battery by an authority figure, deputies said.

Driver Died After Hitting Fence, Trees On State Road 64 In Manatee County: FL Troopers

An Englewood man died in a single-car crash on State Road 64 in Manatee County, FL Highway Patrol said.

187,000-Square-Foot Lease Signed at Manatee County Logistics Center

Lee & Associates Tampa Bay and Ian Black Real Estate Collaborated on the lease, bringing the development to more than 70% leased

Local student sees political passions first hand on European trip

A Lakewood Ranch sophomore witnesses several protests on a family visit.

FL Grocery Chain Expanding With New Manatee County Store

A family-owned grocery chain in Sarasota and Manatee counties plans to open its seventh store in the region.

Giovanni Pelletier’s Cause Of Death Released 3 Months After Body Was Found In Pond: Manatee Sheriff

The 18-year-old from NC was last seen alive early Aug. 1 and his body was found more than a week later in an I-75 retention pond, MCSO said.

Tips Sought 1 Year After Death Of Mother Of 4: Bradenton Police

The 43-year-old woman, a mother of four, wasn’t the intended victim in the shooting, Bradenton police said.

Goodwill’s Veterans Services program receives community support

Program supported with contributions from Benderson Development and the Rotary Club of Longboat Key during Veterans Day events

Motorcyclist Critically Injured In Manatee County Crash: FL Highway Patrol

A Parrish man was critically injured when his motorcycle hit a car that drove into his path, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Wilson-Wood Foundation funds early education for area families

Grant of $15,000 will support Safe Children Coalition's 'HIPPY' program, for low-income families with preschool-age children

Festival Of Skeletons Celebrates Day Of The Dead In Bradenton

The Village of the Arts 21st annual Festival of Skeletons celebrates those lost during the last year with art, music and food.

Advanced Placement program recognizes LRHS grads

Mustangs in class of '25 were honored as Capstone Graduates

SCF Music Closes Fall 2025 Season with November Performances

The community is invited to State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota's music performances in November at SCF Bradenton, 5840 26th St. W.

Man Robbed Hardware Store, Stole Tools From Carport: Bradenton Police

A man accused of stealing tools from a carport in Bradenton was already in jail for robbing a hardware store in Palmetto, police said.