Daily News Roundup: July 12, 2026
Bicyclist Dies After Early Morning Crash on 15th Street East in Manatee County
A bicyclist died after being struck by an SUV during an early morning crash in Manatee County on Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Manatee Chamber Announces Honorees for 46th Annual Small Business & Non-Profit of the Year Awards
The Manatee Chamber has announced the honorees for its 46th Annual Small Business & Non-Profit of the Year Awards, recognizing more than 75 outstanding businesses and organizations whose leadership, innovation, and commitment to service are helping shape a stronger Manatee County.
Navarro Fans Eight Batters, Marauders Split Doubleheader with Mighty Mussels
The Bradenton Marauders (9-10, 40-44) split a doubleheader with the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels (46-37, 9-9), winning game one 2-0 in extra innings and falling 3-2 during game two on Saturday from Hammond Stadium. Reinold Navarro fanned eight batters over a career-high 5.2 frames, while Bralyn Brazoban and Brent Iredale drove in the game one winning runs.
BayCare Names Patrick Downes President of New BayCare Hospital Manatee
BayCare Health System has appointed Patrick Downes as president of BayCare Hospital Manatee, the health system’s newest hospital currently under construction in Palmetto and scheduled to open in 2028. The appointment became effective July 5. Downes will continue serving as president of St. Joseph’s Hospital-South in Riverview while leading the developme…