If 300 members complete the training, Manatee County would become a Veteran Safe Community. Residents are encouraged to come out and support those who risked their lives for you. For information on ...

As of Wednesday the damage toll in Manatee County was estimated at more ... comprehensive look at updated news events, a detailed and up-to-the-minute weather forecast and sports scores.

In fact, Manatee is going through what Hillsborough experienced some 30 years ago just up the road. Having seen that play out firsthand, here are a few observations. It’s never unplanned growth.