Bat City Comic Professionals and Central Cafe will host the Old Manatee Holiday Candlelight Stroll on Saturday, December 20, ...

More than 500 runners get ready to start the Jingle 5K in Lakewood Ranch on Dec. 12. The runners take their first strides in ...

Woody’s River Roo in Ellenton might look like your typical waterfront tiki bar, but one bite of their Philly cheesesteak will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about this iconic ...

It's a long-standing tradition in Manatee County. Each year, 'Flight to the North Pole' gives children facing some of the most difficult medical situations, a day away for them and their families.

Tis the season for holiday lights, ugly Christmas sweaters, Santa Claus, and parades galore. Florida has many boat parades ...

A roundup of reported high school scores for boys and girls basketball, soccer and weightlifting photos for Dec. 8-13, 2025.

Read Superintendent Laurie Breslin’s message sent to Manatee County school families about the district’s recent student ...

Longtime area economic development leader Sharon Hillstrom is retiring as president and CEO of the Bradenton Area EDC, ...

Chemistry and Environmental Science Teacher Alexandra Wilcoxson put together an event that showcased the school's brightest ...

Called Valor Commons, the project will include a business incubator for veteran entrepreneurs as well as memorial areas, walking trails and event spaces.

The Bishop Animal Shelter in Bradenton is soon to unveil its expanded shelter, featuring new pet amenities and enhanced ...