Two Men Killed in Bradenton Shooting; Police Search for Suspect
The Bradenton Police Department is investigating a double homicide after two men were fatally shot Tuesday evening in the 400 block of 12th Avenue East.
Board Action Advances Land Conservation, Affordable Housing and Community Priorities
Nearly 1,500 acres of Manatee County’s rural landscape is now permanently protected as working agricultural and conservation lands following final action by the Manatee Board of County Commissioners (BOCC).
Manatee County Commissioners to Consider Termination of Administrator Charlie Bishop’s Contract Oct. 6
The Manatee County Commission is expected to consider whether to terminate County Administrator Charlie Bishop’s contract at its Oct. 6 regular meeting following a request from Commissioner Jason Bearden.
Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Heather Kelly for Pretrial Release Violation
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating Heather Kelly, who is wanted for violation of pretrial release.
Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County Offers Free Developmental Screenings for Young Children
The Early Learning Coalition of Manatee County is offering free community developmental screenings this fall for families with children between 1 month and 5 years old.
Manatee Tiger Bay Club Announces 2026 Pat Glass Honorees
The Manatee Tiger Bay Club will recognize a group of local leaders for their contributions to Manatee County during the 2026 Pat Glass Annual Leadership & Scholarship Awards Dinner.