Daily News Roundup: May 5, 2025
Cinco de Mayo
Portion of U.S. 19 Renamed in Honor of Army Specialist Nicholas Panipinto
A stretch of U.S. Highway 19 in Manatee County will now bear the name of a fallen local soldier following a state-approved memorial designation. On Tuesday morning, community members, elected officials, and the family of U.S. Army Specialist Nicholas Panipinto will gather for a road-naming ceremony to officially dedicate the section as the “Army Special…
Manatee Libraries Offer Free Access to Recording Studios at Two Locations
Aspiring podcasters, content creators, and musicians in Manatee County now have a valuable resource at their fingertips—free recording studio access at two public library branches. The Central Library in downtown Bradenton and the new Lakewood Ranch Library offer fully equipped recording spaces, available by reservation to library cardholders.
Manatee Sheriff’s Office to Host National K9 Field Trials in Bradenton This November
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office K9 Unit will welcome elite law enforcement teams from across the country this fall as it hosts the 2025 United States Police Canine Association (USPCA) Police Dog 1 National Field Trials. The prestigious competition will occur in Bradenton from November 9 through November 14, 2025.
Inaugural Taste & Toast Gulf Coast Raises $7,500 for Hospitality Education
Palmetto, FL – Presented by the Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa and the Bradenton Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, the inaugural Taste & Toast Gulf Coast welcomed nearly 600 guests to The Yard at Palmetto Marriott Resort & Spa for a vibrant Kentucky Derby-themed celebration of culinary creativity, signature cocktails and brews, live music, and spirite…
Upcoming Events in Manatee County: May 5–11, 2025
Manatee County is set to host a vibrant lineup of events from May 5 through May 11, 2025, offering something for everyone—from family festivals and fundraisers to educational workshops and cultural celebrations.