Daily News Roundup: December 19, 2025
Centerstone Expands Trauma and Grief Therapy Resources for Children and Teens Across Three Counties
Centerstone’s Trauma and Grief Treatment program is offering trauma therapy services for children and teens ages 0–17 in Manatee, Sarasota, and DeSoto counties, with support available for families as well. The program provides trauma- and traumatic grief-focused care, with additional resources that include case management, parent partner support, and Sp…
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center Earns 2025 Leapfrog Top Hospital Award for Outstanding Quality and Safety
Highlighting its nationally recognized achievements in patient safety and quality, Lakewood Ranch Medical Center (LWRMC) was named a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group. This award is one of the most competitive honors hospitals and surgery centers in the United States can receive for their commitment to safety and quality. The winning facilitie…
Leffis Key Preserve Remains Closed as FEMA Review Delays Repairs
BRADENTON BEACH — Leffis Key Preserve remains closed more than a year after sustaining damage from the 2024 hurricanes, with Manatee County officials saying the timeline for reopening depends on the completion of a Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) review.
Manatee County Expands Free Recycling Drop-Off Locations Ahead of Holidays
Manatee County has expanded its free recycling drop-off program by adding two new locations, providing residents with more convenient options just in time for the holiday season.
