Daily News Roundup: September 5, 2024
Bradenton Police Investigate Pedestrian Accident Involving School Bus
The Bradenton Police Department's traffic unit is investigating an early morning crash involving a pedestrian and a charter school bus. The incident occurred around 6:35 a.m. on Manatee Avenue near 26th Street East.
Manatee County Reviews Lake Manatee Dam Management During Debby
Manatee County officials recently held a session, referred to as "Dam 101," to address public concerns regarding the management of the Lake Manatee Dam during Tropical Storm Debby. County employees explained that the dam performed as expected during the storm and is in good working order.
Federal Jury Finds Manatee County Man Guilty Of Using A Hidden Camera To Produce Child Sexual Abuse Material
United States Attorney Roger B. Handberg announces that a federal jury has found Joshua Scott Landers (48, Bradenton) guilty of three counts of producing child sexual abuse material and one count of possession of child sexual abuse material. Landers faces a minimum mandatory penalty of 15 years, up to 30 years in federal prison for each production offen…
Holmes Beach Mayoral Race Set for November
In the upcoming November election, residents of Holmes Beach will choose between incumbent Mayor Judy Titsworth and newcomer Michael “Mike” Roth in the race for the mayoral seat. The election, slated for Tuesday, November 5, promises a contest between Titsworth’s seasoned leadership and Roth’s fresh approach to local governance.
Nashville Recording Artist Jesse Daniels to Perform Live at Mean Deans Local Kitchen
Mean Deans Local Kitchen is excited to announce a special live performance by Nashville recording artist Jesse Daniels on Thursday, September 12, from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Overnight Detours on I-75 for 44th Avenue East Extension Project
Bradenton, FL – As part of the ongoing 44th Avenue East Extension Project No. 6, overnight detours will be in place for southbound traffic on I-75 from September 9 to 13. The detours are scheduled between 11:00 p.m. and 4:30 a.m. each night while contractors place structural steel girders for the new bridge over the southbound lanes.
Partial Road Closure on 117th St E at SR 64 for Lift Station Project
Bradenton, FL– Starting September 6 and continuing through October 22, a partial road closure will be in effect on 117th Street East at SR 64 due to the County Missionary Lift Station Improvement project.