Daily News Roundup: February 12, 2025

Feb 12, 2025

Manatee County Clerk makes getting a passport easier with appointments

Feb 11

Bradenton, Fla. (February 11, 2025) – Customers applying for a passport now have the convenience of scheduling appointments, thanks to a new service launched by the Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller. Now customers can book appointments online, reducing wait times and ensuring a smoother application process.

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Bradenton Gears Up for Exciting Annual River Regatta and Family Fun Day

Feb 11

The highly anticipated Bradenton Area River Regatta is set to return on February 21-22, 2025, bringing two action-packed days of entertainment, thrilling races, and family-friendly fun along the Manatee River.

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Manatee County Property Owners Reminded of Important Tax Exemption Deadlines

Feb 11

The Manatee County Property Appraiser’s Office has announced key deadlines for property tax exemptions and relief programs, urging eligible residents to file before the March 3, 2025, cutoff.

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Secretary Byrd Designates Palmetto Downtown Main Street as Florida Main Street Program of the Month

Feb 11

TALLAHASSEE, FLA. –Today, Secretary of State Cord Byrd announced that Palmetto Downtown Main Street, located in Manatee County, has been designated the January 2025 Florida Main Street Program of the Month.

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Bull Rider Zachary Naegele Fights for Life After Devastating Injury at Conley Invitational

Misty Ritch

Feb 12

Bull Rider Zachary Naegele Fights for Life After Devastating Injury at Conley Invitational

MANATEE COUNTY, FL – What was supposed to be another step toward his professional bull riding dreams turned into a life-or-death battle for Zachary Naegele on February 7th at the Conley Invitational in Palmetto, Florida. The 24-year-old Greensburg native suffered a critical neck injury when a bull’s horn slipped under his helmet, severing a small caroti…

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Manatee County Man Claims Self-Defense in Deadly Parking Lot Shooting

Feb 12

A Manatee County man accused of fatally shooting another man following a car accident in July is claiming self-defense in the incident that led to his arrest.

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Manatee County Student Athletes Commit to Collegiate Sports on National Signing Day

Misty Ritch

Feb 12

Manatee County Student Athletes Commit to Collegiate Sports on National Signing Day

Student-athletes from across Manatee County celebrated a significant milestone as they signed letters of intent to continue their athletic and academic careers at the collegiate level. The highly anticipated Signing Day brought together families, coaches, and teammates to honor the hard work and dedication of these young athletes.

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Pulse of Manatee

Manatee County Clerk makes getting a passport easier with appointments

Bradenton Gears Up for Exciting Annual River Regatta and Family Fun Day

Manatee County Property Owners Reminded of Important Tax Exemption Deadlines

Secretary Byrd Designates Palmetto Downtown Main Street as Florida Main Street Program of the Month

Bull Rider Zachary Naegele Fights for Life After Devastating Injury at Conley Invitational

Manatee County Man Claims Self-Defense in Deadly Parking Lot Shooting

Manatee County Student Athletes Commit to Collegiate Sports on National Signing Day

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