Daily News Roundup: May 27, 2026
Tornado Briefly Touches Down Near Parrish Construction Zone During Severe Storm
A tornado briefly touched down Tuesday afternoon in a construction zone about two miles north-northeast of Parrish as severe weather moved through northern Manatee County, according to eyewitness reports.
Former Manatee County Deputy Sentenced to 13 Years in 1990 Sexual Battery Case
A former deputy with the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office was sentenced last week to 13 years in state prison after pleading no contest to charges connected to the sexual assault of a young girl in 1990.
Bradenton Elder Fraud Investigation Tied to Nationwide Gold Bar Scam Conspiracy
A 2024 investigation by the Bradenton Police Department Elder Fraud Unit into a gold bar scam that cost an 80-year-old veteran approximately $1.4 million has been linked to a nationwide elder fraud conspiracy that has victimized seniors across multiple states.
Marauders Held to Four Hits in 8-2 Loss to Mets
The Bradenton Marauders (23-22) were held to four hits in an 8-2 loss to the St. Lucie Mets (21-25) on Tuesday from LECOM Park. Yeraldo Salcedo tossed 1.2 scoreless innings during his Single-A debut, while Eddie Rynders worked a walk and singled.
Lakewood Ranch High Student Wins Statewide America250FL Essay Scholarship
A ninth-grade student from Lakewood Ranch High School has been recognized at the state level after earning a top honor in Florida’s America250FL essay contest scholarship competition.