Water Main Break Shuts Down 59th Street West: Police

A water main break near the West Bradenton YMCA has shut down a portion of 59th Street West Tuesday, Bradenton police said.

Eastern Manatee County Road Closures Start Monday

Portions of Morgan Johnson Road and 44th Avenue E. will be closed for three months during a roadway extension project, the county said.

First Watch Restaurant Chain Takes Steps To Go Public

The Bradenton-based breakfast, lunch restaurant chain filed for an initial public offering with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Lightning Strike Kills Roofer Working In Bradenton: Sheriff

A roofer working at the Walk Apartments in Bradenton died after being struck by lightning Tuesday afternoon, the sheriff’s office 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.

2 Men Injured In Bradenton Shooting: Police

Officers responded to a shooting in the 2800 block of 9th Avenue W. early Saturday morning, Bradenton police said.

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.

New school counselor draws on police experience

Lakewood Ranch's Monica Shackelford served in the Chicago Police Department

LISTEN! Mustangs Ahead podcast - Clubs ready for new school year

A student-produced podcast highlighting some of the things that make Lakewood Ranch High School special.

Retail Stores Open Labor Day 2021 In Florida

Target, Walmart, Sam’s Club and Home Depot will be among the major chains open for business in Florida on the worker holiday.

Literacy Awareness Month

Adult Literacy In Crisis

2 Teens Charged In Drive-By Shooting Of 14-Year-Old: Police

A 14-year-old was injured in a drive-by shooting in a 600 block of 21st Road East in Bradenton Tuesday, police said.

Crash Damages Traffic Lights At Bradenton Intersection

The traffic signal at U.S. 41 and 60th Avenue W. was damaged in a Thursday morning accident, a commissioner shared on social media.

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

Palmetto COVID Vaccination Site Closing Permanently Friday: DOH

The vaccination site operated by the Florida Department of Health in Manatee County at the Palmetto bus station will close permanently.

Bradenton Walmart Temporarily Closes For Cleaning, Sanitation

The Walmart on East State Road 64 closed for deep cleaning because of a surge in COVID-19 cases in the region. It will reopen Thursday.

Bradenton Pumpkin Patch Guide 2021

Fall brings a few pumpkin patches to life in the Bradenton area.

Apparent Fake School Bishop Sycamore Got On IMG Academy Schedule

ESPN's only game featuring the Bradenton, Florida, football powerhouse this year was one against a school that apparently doesn't exist.

Manatee County Teacher Dies Of COVID-19: Report

Bayshore High School teacher Larry Conlon, 58, who was unvaccinated, died of coronavirus Friday, reports said.

Bradenton Police Receive Grocery Gift Cards for Residents

Bradenton Police Department given over two hundred $25 Publix gift cards to be distributed by officers to residents who have immediate needs

Funeral Planned For Deputy Who Died From COVID-19: Sheriff

Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Douglas Clark will be remembered at a celebration of life service Thursday in Riverview.

Student Vaccine Clinic Scheduled At Buffalo Creek Middle School

The student vaccine clinic, set for Thursday at Buffalo Creek Middle School, is a partnership between Manatee County Schools and MCR Health.

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.

Local teacher recognized by state

Lakewood Ranch's Patricia Haeussler is one of Florida's best.

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.

COVID-19 Claims Life Of Manatee County Deputy: Sheriff

A 67-year-old deputy with the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office died from coronavirus after being hospitalized for nearly 2 weeks, MCSO 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.

School Mask Mandate Extended In Manatee County: Report

The Manatee County School Board extended the district's mask mandate through Oct. 29, reports said. The mandate includes an opt-out option.

B’Towne Coffee Co. Closing After 17 Years On Old Main Street

This popular downtown Bradenton restaurant, which has operated for 17 years on Old Main Street, will close for good Saturday.

Crash Closes 33rd Avenue Drive In Bradenton: Police

Bradenton police are at the scene of a vehicle crash on 33rd Avenue Drive West Tuesday afternoon.

Bradenton Driver Hits, Kills Pedestrian In Lee County Crash: FHP

A Georgia man was hit and killed by a Bradenton driver while crossing US 41 in Lee County Monday night, Florida Highway Patrol said.

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.

LISTEN! Mustangs Ahead podcast - Fall sports begin

A student-produced podcast highlighting some of the things that make Lakewood Ranch High School special.

Lakewood Ranch teacher honored by UF

A local math teacher is up for an SEC award.

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.

Woman Killed By Truck While Crossing U.S. 41 In Bradenton: FHP

A 55-year-old woman was hit and killed by a pick-up truck while crossing U.S. 41 Friday morning, the Florida Highway Patrol said.