Daily News Roundup: December 29, 2024
73-Year-Old Cyclist Killed in Palmetto Intersection Crash
A tragic accident claimed the life of a 73-year-old bicyclist Friday morning at a Manatee County intersection, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The collision occurred around 9:17 a.m. at the junction of U.S. 19 and 61st Street East in Palmetto.
Manatee County Announces Christmas Tree Disposal Guidelines and Holiday Schedule Changes
Manatee County residents can dispose of live Christmas trees by placing them at the curb on designated yard-waste collection days. Trees must be free of ornaments, lights, decorations, and the stand. If they exceed four feet in length, they should be cut down into manageable pieces to allow mechanical equipment to pick them up.
Fatal Single-Car Crash Under Investigation in Manatee County
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal single-car crash that occurred Friday evening in Manatee County.
Vendor Applications Open for Spring 2025 Creative Market in Bradenton
Artists, makers, and creatives are invited to participate in the Spring 2025 market season in Bradenton. Vendor applications are now open for this popular event, which takes place on the second Sunday of each month.