Daily News Roundup: June 20, 2025
Bradenton Girl Recovering After Surviving Shark Bite, Hand Saved by Surgeons
A 9-year-old girl from Bradenton is recovering after surviving a traumatic shark attack that severed her hand while snorkeling off Boca Grande on June 11. Leah Lendel and her parents joined doctors at Tampa General Hospital on Thursday to share her remarkable story of survival and recovery.
Bradenton Fentanyl Trafficker Sentenced to Nearly Six Years in Federal Prison
A Bradenton man has been sentenced to nearly six years in federal prison following a joint investigation led by the Drug Enforcement Administration with support from the Bradenton Police Department.
Lakewood Ranch Pickleball Club Reopens Under New Ownership with Expanded Amenities
After a sudden closure late last year, the Pickleball Club at Lakewood Ranch has reopened under new ownership and management, launching with a soft opening on June 1st and bold plans for plans.
Veterans Pitch Showcase Celebrates Entrepreneurial Success at 26 West Center
The 26 West Center at State College of Florida hosted a night to remember as veteran entrepreneurs from the inaugural Veterans Florida x 26 West cohort took the stage for the Veterans Pitch Showcase, marking the culmination of 18 weeks of intensive business development.
Bishop-Parker Foundation Renews Support For The ELC’s Spot On Program With $50,000 Grant
The Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County (ELC) is honored to receive a $50,000 grant from the Bishop-Parker Foundation to further its Spot On Program for the third consecutive year. This generous funding allows ELC to deepen its work with children experiencing developmental challenges and broaden in-classroom services across more local child care …
Paradise Dominates Division Leaders in 3-0 Shutout
In a game where possession dictated the tempo, Paradise delivered a commanding 3-0 win over division leaders Fort Lauderdale United at Premier Sports Campus at Lakewood Ranch.
Bradenton Police Seek Help Locating Missing Endangered Teen
The Bradenton Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in locating 16-year-old Elijah Bibbins, who has been reported missing and is considered endangered due to medical conditions that require medication.