Daily News Roundup: October 27, 2024
Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Stops Over 100 Drivers in Recent DUI Saturation Patrol
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office conducted a large-scale DUI Saturation Patrol on Friday, with over 100 drivers stopped as deputies increased efforts to curb impaired driving on local roads. The traffic unit maintained heightened vigilance, targeting suspected drunk drivers to improve road safety across the county.
Bradenton Police Collect 125 Pounds of Unused Medications in Successful "Crush the Crisis" Take Back Event
The Bradenton Police Department successfully collected 125 pounds of expired and unused prescription medications at the "Crush the Crisis" Prescription Drug Take Back Day event held Saturday morning at Blake Hospital. The initiative aimed to encourage community members to safely dispose of potentially dangerous medications, reducing the risk of misuse a…
Manatee County Approves Fort Hamer Commons Development Despite Resident Concerns
In a 4-2 vote, the Manatee County Commissioners approved a revised general development plan for Fort Hamer Commons, a 55-acre mixed-use development at the intersection of Mulholland and Fort Hamer Roads in Parrish. This decision came despite a recommendation to deny the request by the Planning Commission and vocal opposition from hundreds of local resid…
Meet the candidates for the Manatee County School Board races
Four candidates for the Manatee County School Board will be on the ballot on Election Day during a runoff race.
Manatee County High School Football Results for Week Ending October 25
Manatee County teams faced a thrilling week of high school football action, with victories, upsets, and standout performances under the Friday night lights. Here's a breakdown of the week's final scores:
Twin Brothers Chase and Sydney Brown Face Off in First NFL Rivalry Game
Today, football fans across the country are witnessing a rare family face-off as identical twin brothers Chase and Sydney Brown take the field on opposing teams in an intense NFL game. Chase, a running back for the Cincinnati Bengals, and Sydney, a safety for the Philadelphia Eagles, will play against each other for the first time in their professional …