Daily News Roundup: April 7, 2026
Bradenton Announces City Park Expansion at LECOM Park to Boost Recreation and Economic Growth
The City of Bradenton is moving forward with a major enhancement to LECOM Park: a multi-phase expansion, City Park, that will add new ball fields, parking, and a community center to the historic baseball district.
Longboat Pass Bridge Proposal Draws Continued Opposition from Local Leaders
Local leaders from Longboat Key and Bradenton Beach are continuing to raise concerns about the Florida Department of Transportation’s preferred design for the Longboat Pass Bridge, as discussions continue through regional planning channels.
United Way Suncoast Announces 34th Annual Week of Caring
United Way Suncoast will celebrate Global Volunteer Month with its 34th Annual Week of Caring, presented by USAA, from Monday, April 20 through Saturday, April 25. The annual event connects corporate teams, civic groups, and individual volunteers with service projects across the region.
Applications are Open for the 2026-2027 Class of Leadership Manatee
The Board of Governors of Leadership Manatee is excited to announce that applications are open for the 2026–2027 Leadership Manatee Class. A program of the Manatee Chamber Foundation in partnership with Bradenton Kiwanis, Leadership Manatee has served as the region’s premier leadership development program since 1982.