Manatee County deputies searching for suspect after shooting that left 1 teen dead, 1 injured
One teen was killed Saturday night and another was injured following a shooting at 5916 13th Street Court East.
One teen was killed Saturday night and another was injured following a shooting at 5916 13th Street Court East.
Manatee County reopens ramps after boater complaints
Manatee County will reopen public boat ramps after boaters complained they needed outdoor activities during closures and social distancing measures due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
Manatee County will reopen public boat ramps after boaters complained they needed outdoor activities during closures and social distancing measures due to the novel coronavirus pandemic.
Masks made by Manatee County inmates donated to grocery store workers
Inside the grounds of the Manatee County jail, staff and inmates with the Uniform Production Unit have begun making face masks.
Inside the grounds of the Manatee County jail, staff and inmates with the Uniform Production Unit have begun making face masks.
Raccoons take over attic space above Bradenton woman's apartment
Like most people, Candace Hames is working from home at her apartment at The Lory of Braden River. But something in her attic has been stirring.
Like most people, Candace Hames is working from home at her apartment at The Lory of Braden River. But something in her attic has been stirring.
Backyard gardening can help relieve 'stay at home' stress
Big Earth Landscaping Supply says business is booming as people fight off feelings of claustrophobia and cabin fever during the COVID-19 pandemic, and 'stay at home' orders, by working in their yard.
Big Earth Landscaping Supply says business is booming as people fight off feelings of claustrophobia and cabin fever during the COVID-19 pandemic, and 'stay at home' orders, by working in their yard.
Block party, complete with live DJ, broken up by Bradenton PD with no citations issued
Despite a curfew in place in Manatee County, Bradenton police had to break up a block party Saturday night, complete with a DJ and 70-plus attendees. But officers were careful to enforce the rules without writing any tickets.
Despite a curfew in place in Manatee County, Bradenton police had to break up a block party Saturday night, complete with a DJ and 70-plus attendees. But officers were careful to enforce the rules without writing any tickets.
Manatee County commissioners vote to enact nightly curfew
With a statewide stay-at-home order in effect, Manatee County is going a step further and enacting a curfew in an effort to halt the spread of COVID-19.
With a statewide stay-at-home order in effect, Manatee County is going a step further and enacting a curfew in an effort to halt the spread of COVID-19.
To keep workers employed, Palmetto tomato farmer selling bushels below cost
***UPDATE: Due to the rush on sales, Pacific Tomato Growers Packing House will only be open until 1pm today.***
***UPDATE: Due to the rush on sales, Pacific Tomato Growers Packing House will only be open until 1pm today.***
Manatee County school busses outfitted with WiFi allow students to learn online
Though school buses in Manatee County have sat quietly for weeks, drivers like Felica Yarn are now back at work, driving buses for a different purpose.
Though school buses in Manatee County have sat quietly for weeks, drivers like Felica Yarn are now back at work, driving buses for a different purpose.
Manatee school buses to provide free internet for students without it
Manatee County is bringing the internet straight to students.
Manatee County is bringing the internet straight to students.
Manatee County providing free pet food, treats on Tuesday, March 31
The Manatee County Animal Services will be helping pets in the region, starting Tuesday.
The Manatee County Animal Services will be helping pets in the region, starting Tuesday.
Manatee deputies arrest teen accused of shooting, killing man in car
Manatee County deputies arrested Nathaniel Garza, 15, after he allegedly shot and killed a man sitting in a car.
Manatee County deputies arrested Nathaniel Garza, 15, after he allegedly shot and killed a man sitting in a car.
Manatee County deputy tests positive for COVID-19 after Orlando vacation
A Manatee County deputy recently tested positive for COVID-19 after vacationing in Orlando, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
A Manatee County deputy recently tested positive for COVID-19 after vacationing in Orlando, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
Hospital leaders urge Manatee, Sarasota Counties to do more to prevent spread of COVID-19
The leaders of Manatee Memorial Hospital and Sarasota Memorial Hospital are urging county leaders to shut down the non-essentials of daily life.
The leaders of Manatee Memorial Hospital and Sarasota Memorial Hospital are urging county leaders to shut down the non-essentials of daily life.
Worshipers come as they are, stay in car at Manatee County drive-in church
At Happy Gospel Church in Manatee County, times haven't been so happy because social distancing caused members to miss out on weekly services.
At Happy Gospel Church in Manatee County, times haven't been so happy because social distancing caused members to miss out on weekly services.
PPE donations pour in, but more needed at Manatee Memorial Hospital
Hospitals and healthcare centers in Manatee County are burning through personal protective equipment, like face masks and gowns. They're going through it five to 10 times faster than they normally would due to an influx of patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Hospitals and healthcare centers in Manatee County are burning through personal protective equipment, like face masks and gowns. They're going through it five to 10 times faster than they normally would due to an influx of patients during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Manatee Memorial Hospital CEO warns county leaders: Inaction now will have consequences
The CEO of Manatee Memorial Hospital urges residents to social distance themselves. He's worried our actions now will bring devastating consequences soon.
The CEO of Manatee Memorial Hospital urges residents to social distance themselves. He's worried our actions now will bring devastating consequences soon.
Manatee County closes boat ramps, starting Thursday
Manatee County is closing all boat ramps within its borders in an effort to limit beach access and minimize public gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Manatee County is closing all boat ramps within its borders in an effort to limit beach access and minimize public gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bradenton company starts producing face masks by the thousands
Business is evolving at Tyton Design and Development. Three weeks ago, the staff switched gears from producing medical supplies for people in wheelchairs to producing face masks - and they're doing it by the thousands.
Business is evolving at Tyton Design and Development. Three weeks ago, the staff switched gears from producing medical supplies for people in wheelchairs to producing face masks - and they're doing it by the thousands.
Wifi, computers help Manatee County students prepare for virtual learning
Manatee County School’s virtual learning program is something that students and staff have already had access to, but on March 30, they'll be using it full time.
Manatee County School’s virtual learning program is something that students and staff have already had access to, but on March 30, they'll be using it full time.