Daily News Roundup: November 15, 2024
Manatee Chamber Announces Winners for 44th Annual Small Business of the Year Awards
BRADENTON, FL – The 2024 Manatee Chamber Small Business of the Year Awards was held on Thursday, November 14th at the Bradenton Area Convention Center. This program recognizes small businesses and non-profit organizations for "quality and excellence" as exemplified by growth, productivity, customer service, job creation, and overall contribution to the …
Manatee Community Foundation Expands Disaster Relief Efforts Supporting 20+ Local Nonprofits
MANATEE COUNTY, FLORIDA – November 14, 2024 – Manatee Community Foundation (MCF) has strengthened its commitment to local disaster recovery by awarding nearly $250,000 in critical grants through its Disaster Relief Fund following the unprecedented hurricane season and gear now to prepare for the impacts of another potential storm. Made possible by MCF’s…
MCR Health Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy: Layoffs Loom for Vital Healthcare Provider Serving Low-Income Communities
MCR Health, a nonprofit healthcare provider based in Bradenton, Florida, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as of Friday, November 8, 2024. Established in 1979 as Manatee County Rural Health Services, the organization operates over 48 healthcare centers and 13 pharmacies across Manatee, Sarasota, and DeSoto counties. This development is expected to res…
Bradenton Woman Charged with Murder in Fatal Overdose Case
Ellenton, FL – A Bradenton woman has been charged with murder following a months-long investigation into the January overdose death of a 35-year-old Ellenton man.
ELC Wins Manatee Chamber Of Commerce 2024 Non-Profit Of The Year
Palmetto, Florida, November 15, 2024 - The Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County, Inc (ELC) was last night honored to be named 2024 Non-Profit of the Year at the 44th annual Manatee Chamber of Commerce Small Business and Non-Profit awards ceremony.
Veterans Florida and 26 West Center Empower Veteran Entrepreneurs with New Program
BRADENTON, FL – November 14, 2024- Veterans gathered at the 26 West Center at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota (SCF), on Thursday to attend an inspiring panel discussion featuring successful veteran entrepreneurs. The event, hosted in partnership with Veterans Florida, highlighted the opportunities and challenges veterans face when transitioni…
Florida Attorney General Sues FEMA Over Hurricane Aid Discrimination and Flood Insurance Reforms
Tallahassee, FL – Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has filed two significant lawsuits against the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), raising concerns over alleged discriminatory practices in disaster relief and steep increases in flood insurance premiums.