Daily News Roundup: December 3, 2025
County Advances Plan for Renewable Natural Gas Facility at Lena Road Landfill
Manatee County is moving forward with a partnership that will convert landfill gas into usable natural gas, marking a new step in the county’s efforts to expand renewable energy sources and generate additional revenue. The initiative, approved by county commissioners in October, calls for the construction of a $50 million processing facility adjacent to…
“A Night Before Christmas” is a Family Favorite
Manatee County’s “A Night Before Christmas” event is set for Saturday, December 13, 2025, from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Bradenton’s G.T. Bray Park with family-friendly fun and festivities.
Manatee BOCC Selects Leaders for 2026
The Manatee Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has selected their leadership for the coming year.
Manatee County Explores Role in State AI Efficiency Pilot Program
Manatee County commissioners on Dec. 2 reviewed a proposal to participate in a new state-led artificial intelligence pilot program aimed at identifying opportunities to improve government efficiency. If approved, the county would become the first in Florida to join the Department of Government Efficiency’s initiative.