Daily News Roundup: October 3, 2024

Oct 03, 2024

Manatee Community Foundation Welcomes New Staff To Its Leadership Team

October 3, 2024

MANATEE COUNTY, FLORIDA – October 2, 2024 – Manatee Community Foundation (MCF) is pleased to announce the addition of two distinguished individuals to its leadership team: Yolanda Mancha as Vice President of Development, and Mac Schmitz as Director of Development. Both bring extensive experience and a shared passion for philanthropy and community engage…

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Hurricane Helene Prompts Postponement of Small Business of the Year Awards to November

October 3, 2024

In light of the recent devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, community leaders have decided to postpone the Small Business of the Year Awards to ensure that recovery efforts remain the top priority. Originally scheduled for this month, the event has been rescheduled for Thursday, November 14, 2024, and will take place at the Bradenton Area Convention …

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Holmes Beach Implements 45-Day Vacation Rental Moratorium in Hurricane Aftermath

Misty Ritch

October 3, 2024

Holmes Beach Implements 45-Day Vacation Rental Moratorium in Hurricane Aftermath

In the wake of Hurricane Helene's devastating impact, Holmes Beach city commissioners voted on Wednesday to enact a 45-day moratorium on vacation rentals. This temporary measure aims to prioritize the safety of residents and allow the town time to recover from the extensive damage caused by the storm. The vacation rental moratorium restricts properties …

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Two Suspects Arrested After Robbing Undercover Detective and Firing at Deputy in Manatee County

Misty Ritch

October 3, 2024

Two Suspects Arrested After Robbing Undercover Detective and Firing at Deputy in Manatee County

Manatee County, FL – Two men were arrested following a tense confrontation with law enforcement on September 25, 2024, after allegedly robbing an undercover detective during a drug deal and shooting at another deputy.

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Residents Warned to Beware of Fraud and Scams After Hurricane Helene

October 3, 2024

As despicable as it sounds, scam artists and criminals are already hard at work attempting to take advantage of individuals in the wake of Hurricane Helene.

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Postage Needed To Get Mail-in Votes Counted

October 3, 2024

Vote-by-Mail ballots require 2 Stamps!

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Pulse of Manatee

Manatee Community Foundation Welcomes New Staff To Its Leadership Team

Hurricane Helene Prompts Postponement of Small Business of the Year Awards to November

Holmes Beach Implements 45-Day Vacation Rental Moratorium in Hurricane Aftermath

Two Suspects Arrested After Robbing Undercover Detective and Firing at Deputy in Manatee County

Residents Warned to Beware of Fraud and Scams After Hurricane Helene

Postage Needed To Get Mail-in Votes Counted

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