Daily News Roundup: May 14, 2026
Bradenton Dedicates “Singing River” Public Art Installation Along Riverwalk East
The City of Bradenton officially dedicated a new public art installation titled “Singing River” at Manatee Mineral Springs Park along Riverwalk East on Wednesday afternoon.
Local House Members Vote Again on Proposal to Transfer USF Sarasota-Manatee Campus to New College
Four of the six state House members representing the Sarasota-Manatee region voted Tuesday in favor of a proposal that would transfer the campus and property of the University of South Florida Sarasota-Manatee to New College of Florida as lawmakers met in special session to finalize Florida’s state budget.
Step Into Swim Returns to NBC’s TODAY Show to Highlight Water Safety and Swim Education
Step Into Swim will be featured on NBC’s TODAY Show on May 20 between 9 and 9:30 a.m. in every time zone, marking the fifth consecutive year the organization has appeared on the national program to promote swim education and drowning prevention.
Adopt-A-Palooza Returns to Manatee County for 10th Anniversary Celebration
Manatee County Animal Welfare will host the 10th annual Adopt-A-Palooza on Saturday, June 20, bringing together adoptable pets, local organizations and pet-friendly activities for families across the community.
IMG Academy to Host 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament in Bradenton
A community 3-on-3 basketball tournament is set for Saturday, June 20, 2026, at IMG Academy in Bradenton.
Scherrer Blasts First Homer of the Year in Marauders 10-6 Loss
Luke Scherrer blasted a go-ahead two-run homer in the bottom of the fourth, but the Bradenton Marauders (19-16) fell 10-6 to the Fort Myers Mighty Mussels (20-15) on Wednesday from LECOM Park. Dominic Fletcher socked a two-run homer, while Eddie King Jr. doubled and worked two walks.