$123 Million Cortez Bridge Replacement Set to Begin, Bringing Major Changes to Anna Maria Island Access
A major transportation project connecting mainland Manatee County with Anna Maria Island is moving forward, with construction expected to begin in September on a new $123 million Cortez Bridge.
Manatee County Commissioners Set Aug. 25 Meeting With Nonprofit Funding, Rural Advisory Board and Traffic Issues on Agenda
The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners will hold its next regular meeting on Tuesday, Aug. 25, with a wide-ranging agenda that includes nonprofit funding, school zone speed limits, infrastructure projects, environmental initiatives, simulated gambling devices and several public hearings.
Girl, LIVE! 2026 Opens Empowerment Weekend to Manatee County Community
The Téa Bayonne Choates Foundation is preparing for Girl, LIVE! 2026: All Things New, a three-day empowerment weekend scheduled for Oct. 9-11 that will bring together girls, women, families, mentors, foster families, advocates and community organizations.
Scanlon’s Grand Slam Powers Marauders to 8-6 Victory
The Bradenton Marauders (19-31, 50-65) earned an 8-6 win over the Jupiter Hammerheads (22-28, 59-57) behind Jack Scanlon’s grand slam on Thursday from LECOM Park. Chris Rembert increased his hitting streak to five games with a two-hit night, while Claudio Estelie notched the save in his Single-A debut.