Daily News Roundup: April 22, 2025
Happy Earth Day
Big Dreams Through Small Steps Launches AQUAlibrium Drowning Prevention Program to Provide Free Swim Lessons for Children
Big Dreams Through Small Steps, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering children and families through education and community engagement, has officially launched its latest initiative: the AQUAlibrium Drowning Prevention Program. This life-saving program aims to match eligible children with local swim providers to offer free swim lessons, ensuring that ever…
Manatee County Imposes Burn Ban
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (April 22, 2025) – Due to continued hot and dry weather, the Manatee Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) is imposing a
From Protest to Planetwide Action: Earth Day’s Legacy Lives On in Manatee County
What began as a grassroots environmental movement over 50 years ago has blossomed into a global celebration of sustainability. Earth Day, first observed on April 22, 1970, was founded by U.S. Senator Gaylord Nelson following a series of environmental disasters, including a major oil spill off the California coast. Sparked by a rising public awareness of…
New College’s background check missed 3 exposure charges before hiring Piccolo
By Alice Herman, Suncoast Searchlight and Kerry Sheridan, WUSF
Bradenton Police Searching for Missing Adult Thomas Outing
Bradenton Police are asking for the public’s help locating Thomas Outing, a missing adult last seen on April 16 at a family member’s home in the 1400 block of 13th Street West. Authorities believe Outing may have boarded a Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) bus after leaving the residence.
Rob Langdon Announced as Headlining Performing Artist for Taste and Toast at the Palmetto Marriott on May 3rd
Palmetto, FL – April 22, 2025— The Palmetto Marriott is proud to announce that Florida native and rising country-rock artist Rob Langdon will be the headlining live performer at this year’s highly anticipated Taste and Toast event, taking place on Saturday, May 3rd