Daily News Roundup: January 28, 2025
Hurricane Helene & Hurricane Milton Bridge Financial Assistance
MANATEE COUNTY, FL (January 27, 2025) – The American Red Cross is rolling out a second phase of financial assistance this month for folks whose homes were severely impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. This phase of financial assistance will allow people to continue their recovery, and these funds can be used to help offset the costs of recovery-rel…
Big News for Disaster Survivors: New Federal Tax Relief Law Offers Expanded Benefits
In a landmark development, the recently signed Federal Disaster Tax Relief Act provides critical tax relief for survivors of federally declared disasters dating back to December 2020. This comprehensive legislation extends financial support to those impacted by disasters such as Hurricanes Milton, Helene, Debby, Ian, Idalia, Nicole, and Fiona, offering …
Manatee County Schools Open Enrollment Offers Tailored Opportunities for Every Student
The School District of Manatee County invites families to explore the wide range of educational programs available to students of all interests and passions. From cutting-edge science and technology initiatives to arts, athletics, and more, district-operated schools provide a unique opportunity for every child to thrive and be challenged in their areas …
Pines Trailer Park Residents Offered $75 Million Purchase Price for Community
BRADENTON BEACH – In a recent development that has left residents of the Pines Trailer Park stunned, Pines Park Investors LLC has offered to sell the mobile home park to its residents for $75 million. The proposal, detailed in a Jan. 27 letter to the Pines Trailer Park Homeowners Association (HOA), sets a price of $872,093.02 per homeowner for the park'…
Myakka City Man Killed in Early Morning SUV Crash in East Manatee County
A 22-year-old man from Myakka City lost his life early Monday morning after an SUV he was riding in overturned and struck a tree, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.