Daily News Roundup: July 31, 2026
Bradenton Woman Killed After Car Strikes Tree on Ninth Street East
A 38-year-old Bradenton woman was killed early Friday morning after the car she was driving struck a tree along Ninth Street East, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Manatee County Commissioners Approve $2.5 Million Reimbursement to School District for Withheld Tax Collection Funds
The Manatee County Commission unanimously voted Tuesday to reimburse the School District of Manatee County more than $2.5 million that had been withheld from a voter-approved property tax, ending a dispute over who should pay the administrative costs of collecting the tax.
Bradenton Man Charged With Using Computer to Lure Child for Sex
A 50-year-old Bradenton man has been arrested and charged with using a computer to lure a child for sex following an undercover investigation by the Bay County Sheriff’s Office.
Bradenton Beach Officials Favor Two-Plus-Two Occupancy Rule for Vacation Rentals
Bradenton Beach city leaders are leaning toward adopting a new occupancy formula for short-term vacation rentals that would base the maximum number of guests on the number of bedrooms rather than imposing a single citywide cap.
Local Businesses Team Up to "Fill the Truck" for Visible Men Academy
Every year, teachers spend their own money to make sure students have the supplies they need to learn. This summer, College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving of Sarasota is teaming up with fellow local businesses to help lighten that load.
Jauregui Rocks Fourth Homer, Marauders Fall 6-4
Cristian Jauregui rocked his fourth homer of the season during a 6-4 loss for the Bradenton Marauders (13-19, 44-53) to the Daytona Tortugas (19-12, 40-57) on Thursday from Jackie Robinson Ballpark. Antonio Pimentel cashed in three hits, while Johan De Los Santos drove in a pair of runs on an RBI single.