Daily News Roundup: February 7, 2026
Bradenton Area River Regatta Two Weeks Away; Early Notice Issued for Feb. 20–21 Events and Road Closures
The Bradenton Area River Regatta is just two weeks away, and officials are providing an early heads-up to help residents and visitors plan ahead for event activities and traffic impacts on Friday, Feb. 20, and Saturday, Feb. 21.
Palmetto High Students Walk Out to Protest Federal Immigration Policies
About 60 students at Palmetto High School walked out of class and off campus shortly after noon on Friday to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the immigration policies of the Trump administration, despite a statewide directive from Florida’s education commissioner urging school districts to maintain discipline during planned student demons…
Marine Unit Assists with Island Fire Check on Braden River
Manatee County Search and Rescue assisted the Florida Forest Service - Myakka River District on Friday, February 6, by deploying its marine unit to investigate a reported fire on an island in the Braden River.
Temporary Lift Station Installed as Part of Face It, Fix It Infrastructure Project
Work is underway on another major Face It, Fix It infrastructure project as crews install a temporary lift station at the intersection of Riverside Drive East and Crescent Court. The temporary system is needed to support the replacement of Lift Station 13, one of the oldest components of the City’s wastewater system.
FDOT Seeks Public Input on Major Redesign of I-75 Interchange in North Manatee County
The Florida Department of Transportation is moving forward with plans to transform the I-75 and Moccasin-Wallow Road interchange in north Manatee County and is launching a public process to gather community feedback on the proposed redesign.
Manatee County Commissioners to Consider Budget Amendments, Transit Grants, and Utility Projects at Feb. 10 Meeting
The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners will convene for its regular meeting on Tuesday, February 10, at 9 a.m., with a full agenda that includes awards and proclamations, a wide-ranging consent agenda, legislative public hearings, and several policy discussions affecting county services and infrastructure.
Goodwill Manasota, Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast Reports Broad Community Impact in 2025
Goodwill Manasota, Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast released its 2025 impact summary highlighting progress in environmental sustainability, workforce development, food recovery, and community support across the region.