Daily News Roundup: November 21, 2024
Five Bradenton Residents Sentenced in Federal Methamphetamine Distribution Case
BRADENTON, Fla. – A federal court has sentenced five Bradenton residents to prison for their roles in a large-scale methamphetamine distribution conspiracy that spanned Bradenton and Manatee County. The sentences ranged from 2.5 years to over 15 years, reflecting the seriousness of the charges.
18-Year-Old Motorcyclist Killed in Tragic Collision with Truck in Parris
A devastating crash on Tuesday afternoon claimed the life of an 18-year-old motorcyclist from Parrish, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP). The fatal collision occurred at approximately 12:46 PM at the intersection of US-301 (SR-43) and 116th Avenue East.
Lakewood Ranch Election Ends in Tie, Winner Decided by Card Draw
The race for Lakewood Ranch Community Development District 5 Board Seat 2 concluded dramatically after a draw of cards decided a tie. Candidates Michael Scott Defferding and Steven H. Peters received 584 votes in the Nov. 5 election, a rare outcome highlighting every single vote's importance.
Manatee County Tourism Bureau Launches Post-Hurricane Marketing to Revive Tourism
The Bradenton Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (BACVB) is actively implementing a post-hurricane marketing campaign to restore tourism to Anna Maria Island and surrounding areas following hurricanes Helene and Milton. These efforts were outlined during the Nov. 14 meeting of the Manatee County Tourist Development Council (TDC).
European Holiday Market Brings Festive Cheer and Relief to Local Vendors at Bradenton Area Convention Center
The Bradenton Area Convention Center is transforming into a winter wonderland this holiday season as it hosts the highly anticipated European Holiday Market from December 4 to December 8. Designed to capture the magic of traditional European Christmas markets, the event features a variety of artisan goods, seasonal décor, handmade crafts, and festive tr…
Bradenton Man Arrested in $250K Elder Fraud Scheme Posing as “Elon Musk”
The Bradenton Police Department’s Elder Fraud Unit has arrested Jeffrey Moynihan, Jr., a 56-year-old Bradenton resident and business owner, for allegedly scamming an elderly Texas woman out of $250,000 by impersonating tech mogul Elon Musk online.