Buccaneers are on a 3-game skid, but still have a lot to play for this season
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Buccaneers are on a 3-game skid, but still have a lot to play for this season

 Originally found on Fox Sports:  Read More Published Oct. 27, 2023 11:29 a.m. ET By Greg Auman Thursday night in Buffalo marked the third time in seven games in which the Bucs have faced a top-tier NFL team, and while they made it interesting late, all three games weren’t close for most of the second half….

Manatee County Names New Directors
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Manatee County Names New Directors

MANATEE COUNTY, FL (October 24, 2023) – The Manatee County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has confirmed the appointment of two new leaders. Nicole Knapp was named Director of Development Services. She started her Manatee County career eight years ago, bringing with her nearly 20 years of land development experience spanning several areas. In the early part of…

Gettel donation designated to develop automotive service workers
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Gettel donation designated to develop automotive service workers

Source: Manatee County School District The Gettel Automotive Group donated $25,000 to the Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair program at Parrish Community High to develop and employ young, skilled, local students for jobs in the automotive service field. A special ceremony to commemorate the donation was held in the Automotive Center at Parrish Community High…

Casey DeSantis Announces DCF Employment Partnership with New College of Florida
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Casey DeSantis Announces DCF Employment Partnership with New College of Florida

First Lady Casey DeSantis announced a partnership between New College of Florida and the Department of Children and Families (DCF) on Thursday while speaking at the higher-learning institution.  The core focus of this collaboration is to enhance employment avenues for students, with an emphasis on supporting those with disabilities. The announcement arrives during the Disability…

Manatee County Port Authority Chairman Expresses Support for Ashdod Port in Israel
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Manatee County Port Authority Chairman Expresses Support for Ashdod Port in Israel

Source: SeaPort Manatee Palmetto, Florida – The Chairman of the Manatee County Port Authority, James Satcher, has signed a letter of support and solidarity for Ashdod Port in Israel. The letter was signed during a recent meeting held by the Manatee County Port Authority. In the letter, Satcher stated, “SeaPort Manatee stands with the State…

Governor Ron DeSantis Commemorates New Park in Manatee County Named in His Honor
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Governor Ron DeSantis Commemorates New Park in Manatee County Named in His Honor

Photo Courtesy: Governor’s Press Office Governor Ron DeSantis was in Manatee County today to mark the grand opening of the newly christened Governor Ron DeSantis Park. “What a great park!” said Governor DeSantis. “As a dad, I am glad that this is here so that so many families will be able to enjoy it in the…

From the Mayor’s Desk: Shirley Groover Bryant, City of Palmetto
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From the Mayor’s Desk: Shirley Groover Bryant, City of Palmetto

Source: City of Palmetto Fall is an exciting time of the year. The children are back at school, football season starts, and our winter residents start planning their next trip south. Speaking of football, check out the new athletic field at Palmetto High School. The Manatee School District allotted the funds needed to update the…

Manatee High salutes veterans, late police officer during football game
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Manatee High salutes veterans, late police officer during football game

Photo Credit: Bradenton Police Department Source: Manatee County School District There was an emotional tribute to a fallen police sergeant and veteran at the “Military Night” football game at Manatee High School. The school community and Hurricanes’ fans came together to show their support for his family. Bradenton Police Department (BPD) escorted the family of…