Daily News Roundup: February 5, 2025
City of Palmetto and AAPEX Connections Inc. Present Annual MLK Multicultural Festival
The City of Palmetto, in collaboration with AAPEX Connections Inc., is thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated annual MLK Multicultural Festival. This vibrant event will take place at Lincoln Park on February 15, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM, offering a full day of cultural celebration, entertainment, and family fun.
Bradenton Welcomes LPGA Back at Kiwanis Luncheon
Mayor Gene Brown and other community leaders attended a special Kiwanis luncheon at the Manatee Performing Arts Center to celebrate the return of the LPGA to Bradenton.
Join the Fun at the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Parade on Anna Maria Island!
The Center of Anna Maria Island is calling all community members to showcase their festive spirit in the 2025 St. Patrick’s Day Parade, set to take place on Sunday, March 16th, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. This beloved annual event promises an afternoon filled with vibrant floats, creative golf carts, and decorated vehicles parading through the streets of Hol…
Commissioners Celebrate Manatee County’s Rich Heritage With Special Proclamations
MANATEE COUNTY, FL (February 4, 2025) – The Manatee Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) honored the county’s storied history with two special proclamations at their meeting on today.
Florida Leads Nation in Rip Current Drownings: How to Stay Safe This Beach Season
As temperatures climb and Florida’s pristine beaches fill with sun-seekers, a hidden danger beneath the waves continues to claim lives. Rip currents consistently rank among the deadliest weather-related hazards, and Florida often tops the nation in reported rip current drownings each year.
New College of Florida and Manatee County Engage in Land Swap Talks Amid Enrollment Growth
New College of Florida (NCF) and Manatee County have been engaged in a series of transactions as the institution pursues its ambitious five-year plan to increase student enrollment to 1,200. The college has seen a 25% boost in enrollment since 2023, currently at 862 students, following significant changes to its board initiated by Governor Ron DeSantis.
Cortez Bridge Utility Relocation to Impact Traffic Through Spring 2025
Manatee County has announced an ongoing utility relocation project around the Cortez Bridge, expected to affect traffic and pedestrian flow through late spring 2025. The project involves installing a new water main pipe on the north side of Cortez Road W., between 127th Street W. and 124th Court W. The shoulder of 124th Court W. will remain closed throu…