Daily News Roundup: May 27, 2025
County Urges Barrier Island Cities to Ban Large Beach-Digging Tools to Protect Public and Wildlife
Deep holes on Manatee County beaches continue to pose hazards to both people and wildlife, prompting county officials to call for an islandwide approach to regulating beach-digging tools.
Braden River Cleanup Underway Ahead of Hurricane Season: Debris Removal, Maintenance Plans, and Flood Prevention in Focus
As hurricane season approaches, Manatee County has launched an aggressive cleanup campaign along the Braden River, aiming to reduce flood risks and restore natural water flow. The effort comes after years of resident concerns and severe flooding caused by recent storms, including the devastation from Hurricane Debby.
New Underwater Pipeline Approved to Restore Anna Maria Island Water Main
A long-term solution to a critical infrastructure issue for Anna Maria Island is moving forward, as county commissioners approved a $4.17 million construction agreement for a new subaqueous water main beneath the Intracoastal Waterway.
Astoria on 9th Opens in Bradenton, Adding 120 Affordable Senior Apartments
BRADENTON – The city’s commitment to expanding affordable housing options is taking a major step forward with the grand opening of Astoria on 9th, a $37.4 million senior apartment community developed by Housing Trust Group and AM Affordable Housing.
Manatee Memorial Hospital Hits 2,000 WATCHMAN Procedures
Bradenton, FL – (May 27, 2025) - Manatee Memorial Hospital (MMH) has reached another milestone in structural heart procedures to treat atrial fibrillation and reduce dependency on blood thinners. According to Boston Scientific Corporation, Manatee Memorial is one of the top ten hospitals in the country for total WATCHMAN implants since 2015, out of more…
Emergency Railroad Repairs to Close 9th Avenue West
Drivers in Bradenton should prepare for a temporary road closure as CSX plans emergency repairs to the railroad crossing on 9th Avenue West between 5th Street West and 6th Street West. The closure will begin at 6 a.m. on Wednesday and is expected to last until 9 a.m. Thursday.