Daily News Roundup: July 13, 2025
Construction Surge Reshapes Manatee Schools as Growth Accelerates in East County
As Manatee County’s population continues to surge, so does the demand for more educational space, and the School District of Manatee County is answering with a trio of major construction projects across East County schools.
Anna Maria Sets Bold Timeline to Rebuild Historic City Pier with $1.25M in State Funding
The City of Anna Maria is moving full steam ahead on rebuilding its iconic City Pier, setting an “aggressive” completion goal for fall 2026 following a $1.25 million state appropriation for reconstruction efforts.
Marauders Fall 6-5 in Extras to Mets
Bradenton, Fla. – After erasing a late deficit in the eighth, the Bradenton Marauders fell 6-5 in ten innings to the St. Lucie Mets on Saturday night at LECOM Park.
Paradise Clinches Home Finale in Style: 3–0 Win Over FC Miami City in Front of Record Crowd
Sarasota Paradise wrapped up their USL League Two regular season in dominant fashion Saturday night, defeating FC Miami City 3–0 at home in front of a record-setting crowd of 1,860 fans.
Bradenton Police Seek Witnesses in Fatal DUI Crash Investigation
The Bradenton Police Department’s Traffic Homicide Unit is actively seeking witnesses in connection with a fatal crash that occurred on July 7 at the intersection of 59th Street West and 42nd Avenue West.