Daily News Roundup: July 14, 2026
Woman Convicted After Pepper-Spray Attack, Taking Children to Georgia During Supervised Visit
A Manatee County woman has been convicted on multiple felony charges after prosecutors said she assaulted two workers during a supervised visit with her children, then fled the state with the children before being arrested in Georgia.
Manatee Investigation Uncovers Suspected Fuel Card Skimming Operation Across Two Counties
A Manatee County investigation into stolen fleet fuel card information has uncovered what detectives believe is a large-scale credit card skimming operation spanning Manatee and Hillsborough counties.
Bradenton Police Accepting Applications for Florida Contraband Forfeiture Grant Program
The Bradenton Police Department is accepting applications for its Florida Contraband Forfeiture Grant Program, which provides funding to eligible organizations working to improve public safety and strengthen the community.
Manatee Children’s Services Celebrates 50 Years of Impact with “Waves of Hope” Gala
Manatee Children’s Services (MCS) will commemorate five decades of serving children and families in the community with its signature fundraising event, “Waves of Hope: Cheers to 50 Years!”, on Saturday, February 20, 2027, from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. at Mote SEA, located at 225 University Town Center Drive in Sarasota.
United Way Suncoast’s ACE Grants Program Extends Impact With $450,000 In New Grants
The success of United Way Suncoast’s ACE Grant program has the nonprofit leader amplifying its impact with a new $450,000 award to 26 nonprofits across its five-county footprint.