Daily News Roundup: July 30, 2026
Bradenton Wawa Sells Sole Winning $800 Million Mega Millions Jackpot Ticket
A Bradenton lottery player is holding the only winning ticket from Tuesday night’s Mega Millions drawing, claiming the estimated $800 million jackpot, according to the Florida Lottery.
Drivers Urged to Slow Down as School Zones Reactivate Ahead of Manatee County School Year
With the start of the new school year just around the corner, motorists are being reminded to prepare for the return of active school zones throughout Manatee County.
Manatee Clerk’s Office Seeks Owners of More Than $37,000 in Unclaimed Funds Before Sept. 1 Deadline
The Manatee County Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is encouraging residents and businesses to check whether they are owed a portion of more than $37,000 in unclaimed funds before the Sept. 1, 2026, deadline.
School District Announces Community Eligibility Program Schools
The School District of Manatee County Food & Nutrition Services announced yesterday it will continue its policy to operate the Community Eligibility Program (CEP) under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for the 2026-2027 school year. Schools qualifying to operate CEP serve breakfast and lunch to all children at no charge and…
Marauders Walked-Off Despite Five-Run Seventh Inning
The Bradenton Marauders (13-18, 44-52) put together five runs in the top of the seventh, but could not complete the comeback during a 6-5 walk-off loss to the Daytona Tortugas (18-12, 39-57) on Wednesday from LECOM Park. Cristian Jauregui drove in the game-tying runs, while Edgleen Perez extended his hitting streak to six games.