These Manatee County pups have a nose for COVID-19

Multiple studies have been done showing dogs can indeed be trained to find COVID-19 by scent, and a few international airports already have dogs on duty screening passengers.

Manatee deputies investigating vandalism to candidate's car

A candidate for judge in Manatee County is wondering if someone is trying to send her a message. The sheriff's office is investigating after someone apparently tampered with her vehicle.

Mobile rehabilitation technology helps horses regain quality of life

Sports rehabilitation technology has made many advancements over the years helping athletes from all walks of life recover quicker, but Mark Hiser’s passion for horses has taken that very same technology to help them recover as well.

Manatee County repeals COVID-19 mask mandate

Manatee County became one of the first areas in the state to repeal their mask mandate, following the governor’s announcement Friday that Florida is now in Phase 3 of the COVID-19 reopening plan.

Play among the treetops at Robinson Preserve's Canopy Zone

It feels like you're high up in the trees at the Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve in Manatee County. But there's more than just ropes and slides.

Despite pandemic, Bradenton students collect necessities for hurricane victims

Sitting outside Electa Lee Magnet Middle School, you can't miss the white trailer with "changing the future through leadership and innovation" printed on the side.

Manatee County officials explore use of drones to assist 911

Manatee County could be on the verge of leading the way in a new type of emergency response. The county is just a few approvals away from becoming one of the first in the country to use drones during a 911 incident.

‘It’s an outrage’: Manatee sheriff warns of fake website scam

A website that looks like the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office website is a scam meant to take victim’s money, according to Sheriff Rick Wells.

Manatee County installs lightning protection system on lifeguard towers

They’re hard to notice at first glance. But the circular objects at the very top of Manatee County's lifeguard stands could be called lifesavers.