Daily News Roundup: August 11, 2025
First Day of School
Parrish Man Charged With Murder After Father Found Dead in Home Near U.S. 301
A domestic incident in a quiet Parrish neighborhood ended in tragedy Sunday morning when deputies discovered the body of a man inside a home near U.S. 301 and Erie Road. According to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, the victim’s son has been charged with murder and is being held in the county jail without bond.
Manatee County Sets August 21 Vote on Wetlands Protections in Potential Clash with State Hurricane Recovery Law
Manatee County commissioners will vote August 21 on restoring wetlands protections and tightening development rules, setting up a possible legal battle with a new state law that limits local governments from imposing stricter growth regulations for one year after a hurricane.
Body Found in Retention Pond Believed to Be Missing Teen Giovanni Pelletier
Manatee County authorities continue to investigate after a body found in a retention pond last week is believed to be that of missing teenager Giovanni Pelletier. An autopsy was conducted Sunday, but the medical examiner has not yet confirmed the identification, citing the need for additional forensic testing due to the body’s advanced state of decompos…
From Bonsai Workshops to Summerfest Fun: Manatee County Hosts a Packed Week of Classes, Festivals, and Family Events August 11–18
The week of August 11 through August 18 offers residents and visitors a diverse calendar of activities across the county, blending hands-on learning, family fun, nature education, and community celebrations.
Public Feedback Sought on Draft 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan
The Sarasota/Manatee Metropolitan Planning Organization has unveiled its draft 2050 Long Range Transportation Plan and is inviting residents to review and provide feedback before the plan is finalized. Developed over the past year with extensive community input, the plan outlines transportation priorities and projects aimed at improving mobility, safety…