Daily News Roundup: September 29, 2024

Sep 29, 2024

Re-entry Begins for Southern Longboat Key Residents Following Storm, Restoration Efforts Underway

Sep 28

As of 5:00 PM Saturday, re-entry to Longboat Key has been partially approved following recent storm damage, allowing residents south of 4052 Gulf of Mexico Drive, including the area near Bayfront Park, to return to their properties. Due to unsafe conditions in the northern parts of the island, re-entry is restricted beyond this location while cleanup an…

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Manatee County Urges Residents to Separate Garbage and Storm Debris for Pickup

Sep 28

Manatee County officials are requesting that residents separate their regular garbage from storm-related debris to facilitate the cleanup process following recent storms. The county advises that debris be divided into distinct piles: vegetative debris such as tree branches, construction and demolition materials including building supplies and furniture,…

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Potential Storm Brewing in Gulf: Models Suggest Possible Impact in Coming Days

Misty Ritch

Sep 28

Potential Storm Brewing in Gulf: Models Suggest Possible Impact in Coming Days

Meteorologists are closely monitoring the increasing likelihood of a tropical storm developing in the Gulf of Mexico over the next 5 to 10 days. The next names on the storm list are Kirk and Leslie, though a system in the Atlantic may compete for one of those names. Forecast models are increasingly aligning, suggesting the potential for another storm to…

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Governor DeSantis Pledges State Support to Aid Bradenton Beach Recovery After Hurricane Helene

Sep 28

Governor Ron DeSantis visited Bradenton Beach alongside key state officials, including Kevin Guthrie, Florida's Division of Emergency Management Director, and Major General John D. Haas. The group assessed the significant damage left by Hurricane Helene, with a primary focus on restoring Gulf Drive, a major local thoroughfare. DeSantis announced state a…

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Manatee County Schools to Resume Monday, with Exception for Anna Maria Elementary

Sep 29

The School District of Manatee County announced that all schools will resume normal operations on Monday, September 30th, following the aftermath of Hurricane Helene. Over the past 24 hours, district officials have completed hurricane shelter operations and assessed the condition of school campuses to ensure they are ready to welcome students back.

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Caribbean Chillers Bring Margaritaville Magic to Town with Tribute to Jimmy Buffett

Misty Ritch

Sep 29

Caribbean Chillers Bring Margaritaville Magic to Town with Tribute to Jimmy Buffett

On Tuesday, October 8, the Caribbean Chillers will deliver a high-energy tribute to legendary musician Jimmy Buffett with two performances at 2 PM and 7 PM. The dynamic Florida-based band, known for faithfully recreating the sights and sounds of a true Buffett concert, promises to transport fans to the laid-back, tropical paradise famously known as Marg…

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New Access Guidelines Announced for Bradenton Beach Following Storm

Sep 29

Bradenton Beach Police Chief, John Cosby, has announced new access guidelines for residents and business owners beginning Monday, September 30, as the community begins its recovery efforts. These guidelines will govern who is permitted to cross the Cortez Bridge and access properties in the area.

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Pulse of Manatee

Re-entry Begins for Southern Longboat Key Residents Following Storm, Restoration Efforts Underway

Manatee County Urges Residents to Separate Garbage and Storm Debris for Pickup

Potential Storm Brewing in Gulf: Models Suggest Possible Impact in Coming Days

Governor DeSantis Pledges State Support to Aid Bradenton Beach Recovery After Hurricane Helene

Manatee County Schools to Resume Monday, with Exception for Anna Maria Elementary

Caribbean Chillers Bring Margaritaville Magic to Town with Tribute to Jimmy Buffett

New Access Guidelines Announced for Bradenton Beach Following Storm

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