MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Last year’s storms did significant damage to Manatee County’s drainage system and canals. Manatee County is ramping up efforts to clean its drainage systems after last ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Some Manatee County residents are still mopping up after Debby. They say flooding continues, and now they are appealing to the county for solutions. An upcoming meeting is ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — More families in Florida are choosing to homeschool their children. According to the Florida Department of Education, over 154,000 students were homeschooled in Florida in ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County residents who were flooded out of their homes during Hurricane Debby are hoping to get some answers from county leaders. The Manatee County Commission is ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — At least 25 percent of adults age 65 or older report an injury from falling each year — the leading cause of injury for seniors — and it’s increasing, according to ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County officials are seeking opinions on a new disaster grant worth $252 million from residents. Morgan Bryant knows the key to staying energized. But when ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — As Suicide Awareness Month continues, one Manatee County resident swims to raise money for Bay area organizations that help people who are struggling. According to the CDC ...

This collection of stories highlights key decisions by Manatee County leaders that aim to change how development occurs in the area. Commissioners consider raising impact fees for developers to ...

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is probing a domestic call turned fatal shooting in Wilson County on April 29 after they say a suspect fired at deputies and they returned fire, killing him.

Several new fast casual restaurants have opened in Manatee County in recent months. Local chains like 3Natives and Foxtail Coffee Co. have introduced options focused on healthier choices and ...

There is a 10-bag limit and proof of residency may be required. Self-serve Sandbag Site Residents of unincorporated Pinellas County can pick up free, pre-filled sandbags at our self-serve site ...

Stevens was placed into Wilson and her husband's home on April 5 through Lake County Child Protective Services. The couple had three other children living in the household who were former foster ...