Manatee County Launches Community Garden in Elwood Park
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Manatee County Launches Community Garden in Elwood Park

In Elwood Park, Bradenton, located at 4008 39th St. E., a new community garden is set to open its doors to the public. The grand inauguration, featuring a ribbon-cutting event, is scheduled for January 13, from 10 a.m. to noon. This initiative aims to nurture community growth and development in Manatee County, FL. For the…

Van Ostenbridge Elected Manatee County Port Authority Chairman
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Van Ostenbridge Elected Manatee County Port Authority Chairman

PALMETTO, Florida – Manatee County Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge has been elected chairman of the Manatee County Port Authority. “I am honored to assume chairmanship of the governing board of SeaPort Manatee and look forward to working with my fellow board members and the port’s executive team in continuing to advance the vital role of…

Some Bureaucrats Now Admit They Were Wrong About Covid
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Some Bureaucrats Now Admit They Were Wrong About Covid

With the passage of time, it has become apparent that many of the decisions made by public health officials during the Covid pandemic were not in the best interest of our citizens. Francis Collins was the head of the  National Institutes of Health( NIH) during the pandemic. He was part of the group, which included…

Keith Green Candidate for Manatee County Board of County Commissioners
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Keith Green Candidate for Manatee County Board of County Commissioners

District 7 at Large Official Campaign Statement: Keith Green Demands Accountability for CommissionerGeorge Kruse’s Environmental and Economic NegligenceMANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — As the conservative candidate committed to responsiblestewardship and economic growth, I address you today with a grave concern thatstrikes at the core of our community’s well-being. The environmental catastrophe at PortManatee, which unfolded under…

Manatee County Rings in the New Year:A Guide to the Hottest New Year’s Eve Events
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Manatee County Rings in the New Year:A Guide to the Hottest New Year’s Eve Events

As the countdown to the New Year begins, Manatee County is bustling with a variety of festive events to welcome 2024. The county’s residents and visitors are in for a treat with an array of celebrations lined up across the region. One of the highlight events is the much-anticipated Bradenton Alive New Year’s Eve Celebration….

Democrats Want Tampons In Men’s Restrooms
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Democrats Want Tampons In Men’s Restrooms

Democrats in Canada and Manatee County share one thing in common: a detachment from reality. Justin Trudeau, the leftist Prime Minister of Canada, has announced plans to install taxpayer-funded free tampons in Men’s restrooms in the Canadian Parliament buildings. This change became official on December 15th.  Trudeau stated that “this means that every female-identified, male-identified…

Lakewood Ranch High School Mustangs Learn Valuable Skills at UF Journalism Seminar
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Lakewood Ranch High School Mustangs Learn Valuable Skills at UF Journalism Seminar

Source: Manatee County School District Last weekend LRHS Journalism Students attended a program hosted by the University of Florida at Bayshore High School. The program, titled “College of Journalism and Communications” (CJC On the Go), was an opportunity for students from all Manatee County schools to workshop their skills, hear from alumni and students, and…

Manatee County BOCC Spreads Holiday Cheer with Christmas Eve Meal Handout to First Responders
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Manatee County BOCC Spreads Holiday Cheer with Christmas Eve Meal Handout to First Responders

In a heartwarming display of gratitude and community spirit, the Manatee County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has organized the second annual Christmas Eve meal handout for first responders. Sheriff’s deputies, EMS workers, and 911 dispatchers, who are scheduled to work on this busy night, were greeted with delicious meals, a symbol of appreciation for…

Manatee County Commissioners Announce 2024 Leadership Team
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Manatee County Commissioners Announce 2024 Leadership Team

The Manatee Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has announced its leadership lineup for the upcoming year, with District 4 Commissioner Mike Rahn taking the helm as Chair for 2024. This decision was made on the December 12, 2023 Board Meeting. Outgoing Chair, District 3 Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge, expressed his confidence in the transition, saying,…