Daily News Roundup: September 18, 2024
Be A Better Human Project Begins in Manatee County
MANATEE COUNTY, FL (September 17, 2024) – Manatee County Property Management staffers have started installing a series of trash bag dispensers around the county encouraging residents to pick up trash and debris.
Overnight Lane Closure on 9th Street West Set for Utility Work, September 17-19
Commuters in Bradenton should prepare for temporary lane closures along 9th Street West starting the evening of Tuesday, September 17th. One northbound lane between 7th Avenue West and 6th Avenue West will be closed overnight from 8 PM to 5 AM to accommodate critical utility work.
Driver Charged After Child and Adult Injured in Bradenton Bicycle Accident
Bradenton, FL — A driver has been charged following a collision that left an 8-year-old child and a 32-year-old woman injured on Tuesday morning. The accident occurred near Oneco Elementary School at around 8:30 a.m., according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Multiple Manatee County Students Arrested for Making School Threats
In a swift response to serious safety concerns, Manatee County deputies have arrested multiple students from different schools today for making written threats to kill, emphasizing the zero-tolerance approach to school violence.
Wellness Wednesdays Continue at G.T. Bray Park with Free Senior Health Workshop
As part of the ongoing celebration of September as Healthy Aging Month, G.T. Bray Park in Bradenton is hosting a special event for local seniors next week. On Wednesday, September 25th, at 11:00 a.m., the community is invited to attend a free wellness workshop titled *Healthy Aging: Senior Lifestyle, Injury Prevention, and Overall Wellness*.