SpaceX Launch Creates Spectacular Glowing Jellyfish in Morning Sky Over Manatee County
Manatee County residents who looked toward the sky early Tuesday morning, October 13, were treated to an extraordinary sight as a SpaceX rocket launch created a massive, glowing cloud that resembled a jellyfish floating above the horizon.
Lakeland Man Killed, Semi-Truck Driver Seriously Injured in Fiery Head-On Crash in East Manatee County
A 38-year-old Lakeland man was killed Monday morning, October 12, in a head-on collision involving a pickup truck and a semi-truck on State Road 62 in eastern Manatee County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Sun City Center Bicyclist Killed in Early Morning Crash on U.S. 41 in Manatee County
A 40-year-old Sun City Center man was killed early Monday morning, October 12, after being struck by an SUV while riding his bicycle along U.S. 41 in northern Manatee County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Manatee County to Host Public Meeting for 26th Avenue East and 27th Street East Traffic Signal Improvements
Manatee County will hold an open-house-style public meeting to share information about planned traffic signal improvements at the intersection of 26th Avenue East and 27th Street East.
Manatee County High School Marching Bands Earn Top Honors at FFCC Outdoor Competitions
Manatee County high school marching bands delivered strong performances during the Florida Federation of Colorguards Circuit (FFCC) outdoor competitions on Saturday, October 10, 2026, earning several top placements at events in Tampa and Lakewood Ranch.
MCR Health Partners with One Stop Cares and The NEST for Annual Thanksgiving Community Event
MCR Health is proud to join One Stop Cares and The NEST Apartments for the annual One Stop Cares Thanksgiving community event, “Hope Starts Here,” on Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The NEST Apartments in Bradenton.