Palmetto Woman Accused of Stealing Nearly $65,000 From Jailed Veteran
A Palmetto woman who worked as a Veterans Affairs coordinator for the Public Defender’s Office in Florida’s 12th Judicial Circuit is facing multiple felony charges after Sarasota Police accused her of stealing nearly $65,000 from a veteran who trusted her with access to her finances while she was incarcerated.
SCF Coding Academy Expands Career-Focused Courses to Students Ages 16-18
State College of Florida’s Coding Academy is expanding access to its accelerated technology courses, allowing students ages 16 to 18 to develop career-ready skills in coding and web development.
Manatee County Donates Nearly 500 Laptops to Guardian ad Litem Program
Manatee County has donated nearly 500 laptops to the Guardian ad Litem program so far this year, helping expand access to technology for children and families served through the program.
28th Annual Manatee County Stand Down to Connect Community With Free Services
The 28th Annual Manatee County Stand Down Community Event will bring more than 50 community agencies together Saturday, Nov. 7, offering free resources and services to veterans, individuals and families.
Brazilian Anti-Corrosion Company Selects Manatee County for North American Headquarters
Brazilian anti-corrosion technology company Rustless Technology has selected Manatee County for its North American headquarters, with plans to eventually employ about 200 workers.