Daily News Roundup: January 21, 2025
Fatal Multi-Vehicle Crash on US-301 Blocks Traffic in Ellenton
A fatal accident involving multiple vehicles occurred early Monday morning on US-301 near Colony Dr S in Ellenton, leading to a complete roadblock in the area.
Sports Highlights from Anna Maria Island: Soccer, Flag Football, Horseshoes, and Golf
Four Teams Remain Undefeated in Anna Maria Island Adult Soccer League
Frank Rubino Steps in as Interim Chief of Longboat Key Police Department
Deputy Chief Frank Rubino officially assumed the role of interim chief of police for the Longboat Key Police Department on Jan. 11. The appointment follows the departure of former Chief of Police George Turner, who announced his resignation in December 2024 due to Town Manager Howard Tipton’s desire to take the department in a new direction.
Pulse of Manatee Transitions to Nonprofit Ownership to Further Community-Centered Mission
Manatee County’s trusted local publication, Pulse of Manatee, has officially transitioned ownership from ArrowHeart Publishing, a Ritch Ventures company, to the nonprofit organization Big Dreams Through Small Steps. This strategic move by Robert and Misty Ritch aims to reinforce the publication’s mission of delivering unbiased local news while expanding…
Cold Snap in Bradenton: Salvation Army Opens Shelter as Temperatures Drop to 33 Degrees
Bradenton residents are bracing for an unseasonably cold stretch as overnight wind chills are expected to dip to a frigid 33 degrees. While Florida’s Department of Transportation owns snow plows—an unusual fact for the Sunshine State—Bradenton won’t be needing them. However, the cold weather poses risks for vulnerable populations, pets, and those withou…