Daily News Roundup: February 23, 2026
Bradenton Area River Regatta Opens Season with Andrew Tate’s First F1 Victory
The 2026 powerboat racing season launched at the Bradenton Area River Regatta with a milestone finish as Andrew Tate captured his first career Formula 1 victory on the Manatee River.
Sarasota Paradise Fall Narrowly to Tampa Bay Rowdies in Inaugural Cochol Cup
Sarasota Paradise delivered a strong and competitive performance Saturday evening but were edged 1-0 by the Tampa Bay Rowdies in a tightly contested inaugural Cochol Cup match at Al Lang Stadium.
Manatee County Events Roundup: February 23 – March 2, 2026
Manatee County will close out February with a full calendar of community conversations, live performances, fundraisers and family-friendly events. From county-hosted expos to nonprofit fundraisers and theatrical productions, residents have multiple opportunities to engage locally between February 23 and March 2.
Southern Manatee Fire Rescue to Host March 7 Open House
Residents are invited to attend an upcoming open house hosted by Southern Manatee Fire Rescue on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Station 3, located at 7611 Prospect Road.
MCR Health Selected for National Innovation Incubator Focused on Financial Sustainability
MCR Health is proud to announce it has been selected by the NACHC to participate in the 2026 Innovation Incubator Program: Financial Diversification and Sustainability, a highly competitive national program designed to help community health centers pilot forward-thinking solutions that strengthen long-term financial stability.
Fire Weather Watch Issued for Manatee County Amid Dry, Breezy Conditions
Manatee County and surrounding areas are under a Fire Weather Watch as dry air and gusty winds increase the risk of rapidly spreading wildfires.