Daily News Roundup: August 16, 2026
Bradenton Hit-and-Run Victim Dies Nearly a Week After Crash
A 47-year-old man critically injured in a hit-and-run crash in Bradenton has died nearly a week after he was struck, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
Manatee County Reminds Residents Permanent Sandbag Sites Remain Open
With the busiest stretch of hurricane season underway, Manatee County is reminding residents that self-service sandbag locations remain available at several sites throughout the county.
Manatee County Search & Rescue Adds Second High-Water Rescue Vehicle
Manatee County Search & Rescue has placed a second high-water rescue vehicle into service, expanding the nonprofit organization’s ability to respond to hurricanes, flooding and other disasters across the area.
Repticon Returns to Bradenton Area Convention Center Aug. 22-23
Reptiles, exotic animals and the people who care for them will take center stage when Repticon returns to the Bradenton Area Convention Center for a two-day event Aug. 22 and 23.
Marauders Shutout Flying Tigers Behind Navarro’s Six Strikeouts
Reinold Navarro punched out six batters and allowed just one hit over 5.0 scoreless innings, leading the Bradenton Marauders (17-29, 48-63) to a 7-0 shutout win against the Lakeland Flying Tigers (21-24, 52-58) on Saturday from Publix Field. Cristian Jauregui collected a three-hit night during Bradenton’s fifth shutout victory of the year.