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Daily News Roundup: August 8, 2026
Manatee County News We Report. You Decide
Early Voting Begins in Manatee County for 2026 Primary Election
Early voting is underway in Manatee County for the 2026 Primary Election, giving voters more than a week to cast their ballots ahead of Election Day.
Manatee County Jury Convicts Man in 2024 Shooting of Pregnant Woman
Vincent Steele was found guilty Thursday of one count of second-degree attempted murder with a firearm, two counts of attempted manslaughter of an…
Yorke Reaches Base Five Times in Doubleheader Split
Phelps, Pimentel, and Scherrer each collect homers in game two
City of Bradenton to Distribute Free Sandbags, Water and Tarps Aug. 15
The City of Bradenton will host a Sandbag and Water Distribution Event on Saturday, Aug.
More Than 180 Enforcement Actions Taken During I-75 Traffic Operation in Manatee County
More than 180 traffic enforcement actions were taken during a joint operation by the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office and Florida Highway Patrol along…
Daily News Roundup: August 7, 2026
Manatee County News We Report. You Decide
Kendra Scott Gives Back Event to Benefit Food Bank of Manatee and Meals on Wheels PLUS
Shoppers can support two local nonprofits while picking up jewelry and gifts during a Kendra Gives Back event on Saturday, Aug.
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Holmes Beach Police Warn Residents About Facebook Messenger Phishing Scam
The Holmes Beach Police Department is warning residents to be on the lookout for a phishing scam circulating through Facebook Messenger that is designed…
Florida Opens Applications for Free Swim Lesson Voucher Program for Children Ages 1–7
Florida families can now apply for the state’s Swimming Lesson Voucher Program, which provides free swimming lessons to eligible children while funding…
More Than 300 Stuffed Animals Donated to Comfort Children During Emergencies
More than 300 stuffed animals are headed into the hands of local first responders thanks to the generosity of the Suncoast Technical College Law Club…
Daily News Roundup: August 6, 2026
Manatee County News We Report. You Decide
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