Daily News Roundup: November 17, 2025
Coast Guard Rescues Eight Boaters Stranded Off the Coast of Venice
Eight people were safely rescued late Saturday after their 26-foot vessel became disabled roughly 35 miles west of Venice, Florida, according to the U.S. Coast Guard. The group had been stranded on the Gulf for hours before rescue crews from Station Cortez in Manatee County and Air Station Miami located and reached them.
Food Bank of Manatee Ramps Up Emergency Efforts as Demand Surges Ahead of Thanksgiving
The Food Bank of Manatee has seen a significant spike in need this November as families face the dual strain of holiday expenses and interruptions in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. In response, the organization held two crisis food distributions that collectively provided thousands of meals to residents experiencing food insecurity.…
Winter Nights Under the Lights Returns to Palma Sola Botanical Park
Palma Sola Botanical Park is set to transform into a glowing holiday wonderland as Winter Nights Under the Lights returns from Dec. 18 to 21, inviting families to enjoy four evenings of festive cheer. From 6–9 p.m. on Thursday through Sunday, the park will be illuminated with acres of twinkling lights, accompanied by holiday music filling the air.
Bradenton’s School Zone Cameras Generate $1 Million in First Year as Speeding Violations Drop Sharply
One year after the launch of Bradenton’s school zone speeding camera program, the Bradenton Police Department has reported more than $1 million collected from drivers who exceeded posted school zone speed limits. However, unlike most revenue-generating programs, police officials say the ultimate goal is to reduce that number by increasing compliance.