City of Palmetto Switches to Everbridge Emergency Alert System, Residents Must Register
The City of Palmetto is urging residents to sign up for its new Everbridge Emergency Notification Service to continue receiving important alerts about emergencies and community conditions.
Fire at Women’s Resource Center Temporarily Blocks Manatee Avenue in Bradenton
Traffic has returned to normal on Manatee Avenue after a fire at the Women’s Resource Center caused lane closures and delays Thursday.
Manatee ER at Harrison Ranch to Celebrate Ribbon Cutting Sept. 22
Manatee Memorial Hospital will celebrate the official ribbon cutting of its new Manatee ER at Harrison Ranch on Tuesday, Sept. 22, giving community members an opportunity to tour the new freestanding emergency department in Parrish.
Bradenton Man Convicted of Manslaughter in 2022 Shooting Death of Teen
A Bradenton man has been convicted of manslaughter with a firearm in the 2022 shooting death of 16-year-old Amare Dunbar.
Manatee County Students Can Turn Volunteer Service Into $500 Scholarship Opportunities
High school students in Manatee County have a new opportunity to turn community service into scholarship money while helping improve local parks, waterways and natural areas.
Parrish Community High School Students Win Spectrum NextGen Storm Team Creative Challenge
Two Parrish Community High School TV Production students will see their hurricane preparedness concept brought to life after winning Spectrum’s NextGen Storm Team creative challenge.
Palmetto CRA Plans 20-Unit Affordable Townhome Development
A new affordable housing development is planned for the Palmetto Community Redevelopment Agency area, with 20 townhomes expected to provide additional homeownership opportunities for local families and essential workers.