Daily News Roundup: April 25, 2026
Hernandez Silences Threshers Bats in Shutout Victory
The Bradenton Marauders (8-11) recorded a 3-0 shutout victory over the Clearwater Threshers (10-9) behind Seth Hernandez’s nine strikeouts on Friday from BayCare Ballpark. Eddie King Jr. homered for a second night in a row, and Edgleen Perez increased his on-base streak to 15 games.
DeSantis Appoints Three Judges to Twelfth Judicial Circuit Covering Manatee, Sarasota and DeSoto
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced the appointment of three new judges to the Twelfth Judicial Circuit, expanding the bench that serves Manatee, Sarasota and DeSoto counties.
Manatee County Biotech Firm Lakewood-Amedex Begins Trading on Nasdaq
A clinical-stage biotechnology company with roots in Manatee County has reached a major milestone after beginning to trade on the Nasdaq Capital Market. Lakewood-Amedex Biotherapeutics is now publicly listed under the ticker symbol LABT, marking a significant step forward in its growth and development.
Selby Foundation Grant Supports Expansion and Healing-Focused Renovation at Manatee Children’s Services
Manatee Children’s Services has received a grant from the William G. and Marie Selby Foundation to fund a third-floor remodel to expand and enhance services for children and families across Manatee County.