Daily News Roundup: July 1, 2025
SpaceX Plans Satellite Facility in Manatee County, Records Show
SpaceX is preparing to expand its Florida operations with a new satellite facility in eastern Manatee County, according to development records filed with local government offices. The proposed project, located in the rural Myakka City area, is identified in permit documents as a “satellite facility,” suggesting it may serve as a ground station to suppor…
Bradenton Man Convicted in Deadly Hit-and-Run Crash, Faces Decades in Prison
A Bradenton man could spend up to 40 years behind bars after a jury found him guilty of killing a motorcyclist in a hit-and-run crash and attempting to cover it up.
Bradenton Man Arrested in Family Dollar E-Bike Theft, Faces Grand Theft Charge
Bradenton police have arrested the suspect in a recent e-bike theft outside a Family Dollar store, bringing closure to a case that had drawn public attention.
Bradenton Implements New Building Permit Fees Effective July 1
As of July 1, 2025, the City of Bradenton has officially enacted an updated building permit fee schedule—the first such revision since 2013. The new fee structure applies to all building permit applications submitted on or after July 1.
Marauders Homestand Highlights Tuesday, July 1 – Thursday, July 3
BRADENTON, FL — The Bradenton Marauders return to LECOM Park to begin a three-game home the series from July 1 – July 3 against the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels, the Single-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins.