Local students headed to state science fair

Two Lakewood Ranch High Schools students qualify for the state competition

Woman, 2 Children Found Dead At Lakewood Ranch Home: Manatee Sheriff

A woman and two children were found dead during a welfare check at a Lakewood Ranch home, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Bradenton Man Guilty Of Meth Distribution: U.S DOJ

A Bradenton man was found guilty of distributing 50 grams of meth or more, the U.S. DOJ said.

State College of Florida to Host Author A’Lelia Bundles on March 2

A’Lelia Bundles will speak about her biography, “Joy Goddess: A’Lelia Walker and the Harlem Renaissance," at SCF Bradenton on March 2. Free.

Manatee County Commissioner Carol Ann Felts Dies At 68

District 1 Commissioner Carol Ann Felts was found dead in the yard of her Myakka City home, reports said.

Execution Set In FL Store Owner's Fatal Stabbing

Melvin Trotter, 65, convicted of killing a Manatee County grocery store owner, will be the second person executed this year in Florida.

Hours-Long Standoff With Man Who Attacked His Stepfather Ends: Bradenton Police

An armed man accused of attacking his stepfather was arrested after an hours-long standoff with law enforcement, Bradenton police said.

Grant supports area families with essential household items during holiday financial literacy fair

Indelible Management Solutions, Inc. and Indelible Impacts, Inc. grant of $25,000 to Safe Children Coalition benefits client families

Man Charged With Murder In Fatal Shooting At Bradenton Home: Sheriff

A 23-year-old man was shot to death at a Bradenton home, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said. The suspect was charged with murder.

Local dance team offers opportunities to middle schoolers

The Lakewood Ranch High School Silver Stars reach out to younger dancers

Elite FL Sports Academy Fined $1.72M For Accepting Students With Mexican Drug Cartel Ties: OFAC

Bradenton’s IMG Academy was fined $1.72M for taking tuition payments from 2 students with Mexican drug cartel ties, U.S. officials said.

Pedestrian Killed After Dump Truck Runs Over Them In Manatee County

The incident occurred Wednesday at a construction site near Parrish, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Music Compound presents 2026 Spring Fling

Music school invites area families to event featuring area businesses showcasing their camps, classes and other child-focused offerings

Rowlett Middle Academy Celebrates Locals Government Officials

Rowlett Middle Academy hosted Local Government Day, where students met community officials, learned how local agencies serve residents.

Distressed Bald Eagle Rescued From Busy Bradenton Street: Watch

A bald eagle in distress was rescued by Bradenton police officers and experts from Wildlife, Inc.

Students learn from International Science Day

Lakewood Ranch High School offers girls numerous science education opportunities

Parrish Man Died Days After I-75 Crash With Tractor-Trailer Truck: FL Troopers

A Parrish man died days after being injured in an I-75 crash with a tractor-trailer truck that made an illegal U-turn, FL troopers said.

2 FL Eateries Among 2026 Restaurants Of The Year, National Publication Says

Food writers in the USA Today network found 40 restaurants, including 2 in FL, worthy of mention in its 2026 Restaurants of the Year list.

Man Killed In Hit-And-Run While In Crosswalk Near Bradenton Publix: FL Troopers

An SUV, possibly a Toyota Rav4 or 4-Runner, fled the scene of a hit-and-run crash that killed a man in a crosswalk near a Bradenton Publix.

Bradenton Man Hit, Killed By Car While Crossing U.S. 41: FL Troopers

A 74-year-old Bradenton man died after being hit by a car while crossing U.S. 41, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Have You Seen A Good Deed In Bradenton? Tell Us About It!

Kindness takes many forms — big and small — and shows up all around Bradenton.

Students celebrate successful literacy weel

Lakewood Ranch High School Mustangs reached lofty goals during Literacy Week, Florida!

Lakewood Ranch High celebrates school counselors

The school recognized National School Counselors Week

Manatee County Staff Threatened Over Proposed Cruise Ship Port: Officials

Manatee County employees face threats as commissioners consider a proposed privately owned cruise ship port by the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.

Safe Children Coalition VP named president of charitable planning group

Jacqueline House, MBA, CFRE becomes the first-ever African American president of Charitable Gift Planners of Southwest Florida

State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Music Program Presents March 2026 Performances

Tickets are on sale for the State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Music Program's March performances presented at SCF Bradenton.

6 Of The Best Places To Watch The Big Game In Bradenton

Watch the Seahawks take on the Patriots during the big game at these six local sports bars in Bradenton.

​Music Compound celebrates a decade of community impact

Music school holds 10-Year Anniversary Celebration at The Grove, with 220 in attendance

Lakewood Ranch students get first hand budget lessons from Chamber of Commerce

Manatee Chamber representatives encouraged students to imagine their futures

Two local students raising money for cancer research

Two Lakewood Ranch High School sisters were inspired by a friend to fight blood cancer

Missing Manatee Man Found Injured After Being Hit By SUV On I-75: Officials

An endangered man missing from Palmetto was hit by an SUV while crossing an I-75 exit ramp in the Sun City area, officials said.

U.S. House Rep. Vern Buchanan To Retire, Won’t Seek Reelection

U.S. House Rep. Vern Buchanan, who represents parts of Hillsborough, Sarasota and Manatee counties, will retire after 20 years in office.

United Way Suncoast, Goodwill continue partnership to provide free tax preparation

Collaboration – through the IRS VITA program – helps community members who earn $96,000 or less to file taxes for free, maximize refunds

Missing Endangered Man Last Seen In Palmetto: Manatee County Sheriff

Investigators are looking for a missing man who was last seen in Palmetto and is in need of his medication, the Manatee County sheriff said.

3 Measles Cases Confirmed In FL Since Jan. 1, State Report Says

Since the start of the new year, more than 400 measles cases have been reported in 14 states, including Florida, the CDC said.

County fair livestock entries a culmination of year-long efforts

Lakewood Ranch students work hard to prepare animals for the annual fair

State honors Lakewood Ranch teacher

Early childhood education teacher Sara Lay runs the Lakewood Ranch High School Voluntary Pre-Kindergarten program

VA Motorcyclist Killed In Dump Truck Crash In Manatee County: FL Troops

A motorcyclist died after a crash with a dump truck in Parrish, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Massive Cruise Ship Port Proposed Near Sunshine Skyway Bridge

Developers have filed plans with Manatee County to build a cruise ship port near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, reports said.

Off-Duty Deputy Accused Of Driving Under The Influence In Crash: Manatee Sheriff

An off-duty corrections deputy was arrested for a DUI after a crash in Parrish, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.