Daily News Roundup: March 18, 2025
Former Mayor Bill Evers Remembered for Decades of Service to Bradenton
The City of Bradenton is mourning the loss of former Mayor William “Bill” Evers, a dedicated leader whose decades of service left a lasting imprint on the community. Evers, who held the mayor’s office from 1980 to 2000, is remembered for his commitment to public service, leadership, and passion for Bradenton's people.
Manatee County Halts Construction Project Amid Resident Complaints
Manatee County officials have issued a stop-work order on a construction project near 53rd Avenue East and 9th Street East in Bradenton. The decision came after residents in the nearby Briarwood and Oakwood Villas neighborhoods raised concerns about excessive dust and debris affecting their communities.
Manatee County Receives $252M in Federal Disaster Relief Funding
In a significant boost to local disaster recovery efforts, Manatee County has been allocated $252.7 million from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through the Community Development Block Grant - Disaster Relief (CDBG-DR) program. The funding is designated to aid in rebuilding communities impacted by Hurricanes Debby, Helene, and…
Bridging the Gap Fishing Tournament Strengthens Bonds Between Law Enforcement and Local Youth
March 16, 2025 – Under sunny skies and the scenic backdrop of the Green Bridge, the 2025 Bridging the Gap Fishing Tournament brought local law enforcement officers and area youth together for a day of fishing, fun, and community engagement. The annual event, launched in 2017, continues to serve as a bridge between law enforcement and the next generation…
Small Aircraft Collides with Truck at Airport Manatee in Palmetto
A small aircraft incident occurred today at Airport Manatee in Palmetto, Manatee County. At approximately 10:45 a.m., an Aeronca Champion aircraft attempted to take off and collided with a parked pickup truck.