Daily News Roundup: January 16, 2025
Turning Points Calls For Volunteers To Assist With Critical Point In Time Count
Bradenton, FL – Turning Points, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to addressing homelessness and providing vital support services, is seeking compassionate and dedicated volunteers to assist with the annual Point In Time (PIT) Count. This essential effort helps to gather crucial data about individuals and families experiencing homelessness in M…
SRQ Airport Celebrates Opening of Concourse A Amid Major Expansion
Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) marked a significant milestone with the grand opening of its new Concourse A on January 15, 2025. This expansion, the airport's first major addition since 1989, represents a $115 million investment to enhance passenger capacity and modernize facilities.
Local Mayors Unite at Manatee Chamber’s Headliners Luncheon to Discuss Regional Vision
The Manatee Chamber of Commerce hosted its first Headliners Luncheon of 2025, bringing together local leaders for a “State of the Cities” address. The event featured mayors from Anna Maria, Holmes Beach, Longboat Key, Palmetto, and Bradenton, including Mayor Gene Brown and the entire Bradenton City Council, to discuss the region's challenges, opportunit…
Manatee County Fair Adds Unique Culinary Delights For 2025: A "Midway Menu Makeover"
PALMETTO, FL – The Manatee County Fair is welcoming fairgoers with a fresh lineup of classic carnival foods reinvented for 2025. The Strates Shows Midway, known for its iconic fair fare, has added unique twists to traditional foods, offering visitors a memorable culinary experience.
Manatee County Approves Development Projects Amid Increased Scrutiny
Manatee County commissioners continued to closely scrutinize development proposals during their Tuesday land use meeting following the election of new commissioners in 2024. Despite a series of contentious debates and split votes, the board ultimately approved several projects, signaling a cautious yet progressive approach to managing the county's growt…