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Manatee County: State of the County
Source: Manatee Educational Television
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Lakewood Ranch High Mustang musicians recognized at state level
Source: Manatee County School District Several LRHS band members were selected for the Florida State University (FSU) Tri-State Honor Band and the University of South Florida (USF) Festival of Winds Honor Band. LRHS Band director John Wilkerson said “We are excited for our Mustang Band members as each honor band had over 750 students trying for…
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SRQ And New College: A Good Fit
Recently the Sarasota Manatee Airport Authority approved an agreement with the New College Board of Trustees to sell land to New College, The land involved in the sale is property the Airport Authority leases to New College. Recently there have been accusations of impropriety in this transaction. The accusations come from individuals and groups that…
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Manatee County Secures 68 Acres Along Manatee River for Environmental Preservation
An important step was taken towards environmental preservation and community recreation with the unanimous approval by the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) to acquire a significant 68-acre property along the Manatee River. This decision, made on December 12, 2023, marks a commitment to safeguarding natural spaces for future enjoyment. The property, known as…
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Guy Harvey event at Bealls celebrates partnerships, elementary-aged artists
Source: Manatee County School District A special event with renowned artist and conservationist, Dr. Guy Harvey, highlighted partnerships, and artwork done by Manatee County students. On Sunday, December 3rd, Anna Maria Elementary Principal Michael Masiello and two student artists were invited to the Bealls Florida store, located on Manatee Avenue West in Bradenton. The Guy…
Parrish Community High Frozen cast featured on Good Morning America
Source: Manatee County School District Student performers from Parrish Community High School’s Theatre Department were chosen to celebrate 10 years of Disney’s Frozen with a special performance on national television. Bulls Theatre Company was featured on Good Morning America on Monday, November 27, 2023, along with other high schools from across the country. According to…
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City of Bradenton Announces Winter Wonderland and New Year’s Eve Celebrations
It’s that time of year again! The holiday season is here, and that means that the City of Bradenton is gearing up to kick off the holiday season with the return of a yearly favorite – Winter Wonderland, a Realize Bradenton production, followed by a New Year’s Eve Celebration hosted by Bradenton Alive – the…
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Press Release From The Office Of Palmetto Mayor Shirley Bryant
This office received notification Tuesday November 28, 2023regarding the dismissal of litigation filed by Lincoln MemorialAcademy, Eddie Hundley, et al against the City of Palmetto, theSchool District of Manatee County and the Commissioner ofEducation. According to the dismissal notification, the case wasdismissed with prejudice as to the City of Palmetto and theSchool District of Manatee…
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Manatee County Has Much To Be Thankful For This Holiday Season
Manatee County has much to be thankful for this holiday season. We have survived the COVID nightmare that paralyzed much of our country. Over the past few years our county has welcomed many refugees from the northeast who were able to escape the tyrannical Democrat politicians who moved further to the left with each passing…