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

ByManatee Herald Staff Report

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

ByManatee Herald Staff Report

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

ByManatee Herald Staff Report

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

ByManatee Herald Staff Report

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

ByManatee Herald Staff Report

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…

Manatee County School District Constitution Day essay winners celebrated during a special event
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Manatee County School District Constitution Day essay winners celebrated during a special event

ByManatee Herald Staff Report

Source: Manatee County School District Three high school students were invited to attend a special luncheon held by the Bradenton Rotary Club and Sons of the American Revolution on September 25, 2023. Three high school students were invited to attend a special luncheon held by the Bradenton Rotary Club and Sons of the American Revolution on…

Hundreds of Manatee County Elementary Students Compete in Catapult Challenge
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Hundreds of Manatee County Elementary Students Compete in Catapult Challenge

ByStaff Writer

By: Manatee County School District The School District of Manatee County provided the opportunity for students to compete in the Catapult Challenge on Saturday, September 30, 2023. The event is a long-standing tradition which aims to engage students in a competitive spirit, foster teamwork and teach the concepts of energy and motion. First, what is a catapult?…

Helping The Homeless, People Can Disagree
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Helping The Homeless, People Can Disagree

ByPublisher

Democracy requires free and open debate. Good people can differ on major subjects. Just because someone takes a position opposite from yours does not make them immoral, a stooge or an idiot. More often than not, the person hurling invectives against opposing position holders, is giving evidence of their own weak arguments.  We are having…