Daily News Roundup: May 12, 2025
Bradenton’s 122nd Birthday Celebration to Feature Historical Records Library Open House
As part of the City of Bradenton’s 122nd birthday festivities, the Manatee Clerk of the Circuit Court & Comptroller is welcoming the public to a special open house at the Historical Records Library on Saturday, May 17, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sea Turtle Nesting Season Returns to Anna Maria Island Amid Post-Hurricane Challenges
Sea turtle nesting season has quietly begun on Anna Maria Island, where dedicated volunteers with the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch patrol the beaches at sunrise in search of fresh tracks and new nests. This year, however, the nesting season begins under a cloud of concern following last year's trio of destructive hurricanes.
Bishop Animal Shelter Expansion Underway as Manatee County Prepares to Close Palmetto Facility
Manatee County has launched the long-awaited Bishop Animal Shelter Expansion Project, a multi-phase initiative designed to modernize animal care services and ultimately close the aging Palmetto facility.
Manatee County Celebrates Art, Music, and Community Engagement: Events from May 12–18, 2025
Manatee County will be bustling with creativity, connection, and community spirit from May 12 through May 18, 2025. With a dynamic range of events—from auctions and art exhibitions to live music and hands-on volunteer opportunities—the region invites residents and visitors alike to join in the festivities.
Overnight Water Outage Scheduled for Parts of Anna Maria Island on May 14
Manatee County Utilities has announced an overnight water service interruption scheduled for Wednesday, May 14, to complete a water tie-in project on Anna Maria Island. The outage will take place from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., affecting several residential areas.