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 ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA)—The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a death on the South Skyway fishing pier on I-275. Troopers arrived at the scene to find a single vehicle and a person dead.

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 ...

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

Manatee County is joining a class-action lawsuit against the state of Florida over Senate Bill 180. Critics argue the law, intended for hurricane recovery, is being used by developers to bypass local ...

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 ...