A new marine science destination is set to transform how Floridians engage with ocean life. Here’s what to know before you go ...

MANATEE COUNTY AGRICULTURAL MUSEUM: Honoring Manatee County’s heritage of livestock, agriculture, horticulture and commercial ...

Florida is a fascinating, beautiful, and sweltering state. It’s a prime locationfor beaches and holidays. But it is also a treasure trove of historical andmodern landmarks. One thing is sure; there ...

The cost of living allows comfortable retirement living on $2,200 monthly. You can enjoy cultural activities, outdoor recreation, and small-town friendliness without breaking the bank. Homosassa ...

The Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge is right next door. Nature walks and bird watching are free activities that never get old. Shopping is convenient with everything you need within a short ...

The Florida Highway Patrol says troopers found a 41-year-old man dead inside an Chevrolet SUV parked at the Skyway Fishin Pier in Manatee County early Tuesday morning. The fisher pier is pictured in ...

Florida's sea cow population has struggled for decades, especially after 2021's record-breaking mortality rates. How's 2025 shaping up?

The next — and last — special sales-tax holiday in Florida for 2025 is the Hunting, Fishing and Camping sales-tax holiday. The sales-tax holiday starts Sept. 8 and ends Dec. 31. See list of items you ...

A 70-year-old Florida man was arrested Wednesday for allegedly assaulting two kids who were fishing a neighborhood pond. Daniel Lukas, of Naples, was booked Wednesday in the Collier County Jail and ...

A Manatee County woman recently scored a $5 million top prize on a Florida Lottery scratch-off game. While the game is Monopoly-themed, lucky winners can walk away with lots of real cash. That’s ...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis discusses plans to bring DOGE to Manatee County during a press conference held at the Manatee Performing Arts Center in Bradenton on July 24, 2025. Tiffany Tompkins ttompkins ...