Daily News Roundup: February 10, 2026
Bradenton Hit-and-Run Kills Pedestrian in Crosswalk; State Patrol Seeks SUV Driver
In Bradenton, a fatal hit-and-run crash on Monday evening claimed the life of a 74-year-old man who was struck while walking in a marked crosswalk, and the Florida Highway Patrol is asking the public for help identifying the driver responsible.
Sunshine Skyway Bridge Tolls to Go Fully Cashless to Improve Traffic Flow
Toll booths at both ends of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge will transition to an all-electronic, cashless system in an effort to reduce traffic congestion caused by slow cash transactions, officials say. The Florida Department of Transportation plans to remove cash-handling equipment as part of the changes, requiring drivers to pay tolls with SunPass or tol…
Pirates To Host Block Party Downtown on Saturday, February 14
The Pirates Block Party in downtown Bradenton will take place on Saturday,
Mixon Farms Market Seeks Vendors for New Monthly Farmers Market Series
Manatee County is now accepting vendor applications for a new monthly farmers market at Mixon Farms in Bradenton, offering local growers, artisans, food vendors, and nonprofits an opportunity to participate in a community-focused marketplace this spring.