Daily News Roundup: September 19, 2025
MCR Health Honors the Legacy of Dr. George Van Buren with Dedication Ceremony
MCR Health proudly honored the life and legacy of the late Dr. George Van Buren, a beloved pediatrician and leader in Manatee County, during a special unveiling ceremony at the Dr. George Van Buren Children and Family Healthcare Center.
Manatee Chamber Seeks Volunteers for Big Bank Theory Financial Literacy Program
The Manatee Chamber of Commerce is calling on community members to volunteer for its Big Bank Theory program, set to return to local high schools this November. The initiative, now a cornerstone of financial literacy education in the county, reaches every 12th-grade student and equips them with real-world budgeting skills.
Bradenton Man Arrested After Video Shows Repeated Abuse of 9-Week-Old Puppy
The Bradenton Police Department arrested Christian Cuello, 30, on an animal cruelty charge after surveillance footage and witness reports showed a 9-week-old puppy being struck multiple times in downtown Bradenton.
Bradenton Beach City Attorney Announces Immediate Retirement Amid Ongoing Allegations
Bradenton Beach City Attorney Ricinda Perry announced her immediate retirement during today’s city commission meeting, bringing an end to more than two decades of service with the city. The decision comes as commissioners were weighing concerns raised in recent weeks regarding her handling of a complaint involving local businesses.
Horseback Riding Tours Pause at Palma Sola Bay Amid Bacteria Study
Horseback riding along Palma Sola Bay has long been a popular attraction for visitors and residents, but those tours are on hold this month as scientists investigate potential links between horses and high bacteria levels in the water.
Bradenton Police Probe Contractor Over Unfinished Hurricane Repairs
The Bradenton Police Department is investigating a Manatee County construction company following complaints of incomplete hurricane repair work in Seabreeze Mobile Estates. The neighborhood sustained significant damage during Hurricane Milton in October 2024, and more than two dozen residents say they hired RedFin Construction, also known as MTC General…