Daily News Roundup: December 11, 2025
Debate Continues Over Horseback Riding in Palma Sola Bay as City Seeks More Water-Quality Data
Palma Sola Bay has long drawn visitors from around the world with its scenic shoreline and the rare opportunity to ride horses in the water. For decades, businesses such as Florida Beach Horses have offered the experience, attracting tourists eager for a unique adventure that is increasingly difficult to find elsewhere.
Students Experience Science and Spectacle at Wonderland UTC with Nik Wallenda
Students from six Manatee County schools stepped into a world of wonder last week at a special educational performance at Wonderland UTC. The visit blended entertainment and learning, offering a rare opportunity to see high-flying physics brought to life.
Grove Announces Mad Hatter New Year's Eve Party
GROVE is inviting guests to celebrate the arrival of 2026 with whimsical elegance at the Mad Hatter New Year’s Eve Party, a vibrant evening filled with bold flavors, lively entertainment, and festive touches throughout the Ballroom.
Manatee County Commissioners Set to Tackle Housing, Infrastructure, and Public Safety at December 16 Meeting
Manatee County Commissioners will convene for their final regular meeting of the year on Tuesday, December 16, 2025, beginning at 9 a.m. The session will open with an invocation from Reverend Brock Patterson of Longboat Island Chapel, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and announcements, including a scheduled 1:30 p.m. update on the county’s federal d…