Daily News Roundup: May 30, 2025
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured in Crash Involving Manatee County Deputy
BRADENTON — A Manatee County Sheriff’s deputy was involved in a crash with a motorcyclist early Thursday morning in Bradenton, resulting in serious injuries to the motorcyclist.
Bradenton Beach Advances Project Priorities for Disaster Relief Funding
BRADENTON BEACH — City commissioners held a work meeting on May 19 to solidify their project priorities as part of Manatee County’s $252.7 million Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program. The funding, allocated through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), aims to address damage and unmet needs caused …
Manatee County Commissioners to Tackle Infrastructure, Housing, and Public Safety in June 3 Meeting
The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners will convene for its regular meeting on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, at the Honorable Patricia M. Glass Chambers in the County Administration Building. The agenda is packed with key items impacting everything from infrastructure and housing to environmental initiatives and public safety.
Manatee County Deploys Unified Data System to Improve Hurricane Response
As hurricane seasons grow more intense, Manatee County is embracing a cutting-edge technology platform designed to streamline emergency response and enhance real-time decision-making. Officials have implemented a new integrated system that consolidates critical storm data into a single, centralized platform.
Manatee School Board Begins Search for New Superintendent Amid Growth and Challenges
As the school year winds down for students and staff, the Manatee County School Board is preparing for a busy summer focused on selecting a new superintendent to lead the district.