Florida lawmakers will consider several new bills this year that could have a major impact on development in Manatee County and across the state, including one that would fast track developments over ...

Republican Manatee County Commissioner Amanda Ballard has filed to run for re-election to the county’s District 2 seat, ...

County officials say six more drop-off events planned for 2025 as residents adjust to once-weekly trash pickup.

Laurie Breslin cites facility upgrades, academic improvement and higher graduation rates as high priorities for 2026.

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County commissioners recently approved an investment of $24 million into the county’s parks. Recently, mornings have been really busy for crews working at Manatee County ...

Florida’s manatee mortality count surpassed 600 deaths in 2025, with Brevard County recording the most deaths, according to ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County wants residents to plan ahead this storm season and is increasing accessibility to a valuable resource. There are now sandbag locations open around the county — ...

It's a small sticker, with a big job in Manatee County. A 'Respond with Care' sticker alerts first responders to situations ...

A new facility at Manatee County’s landfill will transform “waste to worth,” generating enough energy to power thousands of homes and up to $1.7 million per year in revenue, county officials say.

Due to ongoing drought conditions, personal fireworks are banned in Manatee County this New Year’s holiday. Manatee County ...

Manatee County extends burn ban through Dec 29 due to dry conditions; grilling and permitted fireworks still allowed.

FWC found Lee County to be among the highest counties for manatee deaths in the state for 2025. Fox 4's Bella Line spoke with ...