Daily News Roundup: August 3, 2025
Florida Man Games Bring Beer, Brawls, and Mayhem to Bradenton in 2026
The wildest competition in the Sunshine State is heading west. The third annual Florida Man Games has officially found a new home in Bradenton after two years in St. Johns County. On Saturday, February 21, 2026, the Freedom Factory racetrack will transform into an arena of chaos, competition, and unfiltered Floridian fun.
Palmetto Launches Downtown Survey to Shape the City's Future
The City of Palmetto is calling on residents and business owners to help shape the future of its historic downtown through a new Downtown Palmetto Resident & Business Survey. After months of listening to community input at local gatherings, on social media, and during everyday conversations, city leaders are turning informal feedback into a formal oppor…
Manatee County Urges Residents to Finalize Hurricane Preparedness Plans as COAD Mobilizes for Community Support
As hurricane season reaches its most active months, Manatee County Emergency Management is calling on all residents to complete their disaster preparedness plans using the 2025 Disaster Planning Guide. This comprehensive resource, developed in partnership with the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council, provides residents with the tools to protect themselv…
Blanco Jr. Homer Spearheads Comeback in Marauders Walk-Off Win
Bradenton, Fla. – Despite trailing 5-2 in the bottom of the ninth, the Bradenton Marauders rallied for four runs to walk off the Clearwater Threshers 6-5 on Saturday night in front of a record 6,960 fans at LECOM Park.
Donate a Book, Get a Slice: Oyster Bar Campaign Supports Childhood Literacy
Throughout the month of August, participating locations of Anna Maria Oyster Bar are offering a sweet reward for a generous act. From August 1 through August 31, guests who donate new or gently used children’s books will receive a free slice of Key Lime Pie as a thank-you — all part of a community-wide effort to promote childhood literacy.
Manatee County Begins Clearing Cedar Creek in Major Flood Prevention Effort
Manatee County has officially launched efforts to clear Cedar Creek as part of a countywide push to improve stormwater flow and reduce flood risks. Crews began work this week, and while progress is already visible, officials say access remains limited due to dense overgrowth and natural obstacles.