🌱 Patch AM: What the new Rangeland High School means for Lakewood Ranch families

Spotted on the Bradenton calendar: Organ-ized Pipes & Pops

Local students win UF science awards

Lakewood Ranch High School students participated in the University of Florida's Chemothon

🌱 Patch AM: What Bradenton’s new EDC chief means for jobs and investment.

Make time for Organ-ized Pipes & Pops on the Bradenton Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: Manatee County Residents Get Free Admission Weekends at The Bishop Through 2027

And check out Organ-ized Pipes & Pops on the Bradenton Patch calendar

Manatee County Residents Get Free Admission Weekends at The Bishop Through 2027

A Bradenton Rotary Club grant will cover select weekend admission at The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature through early next year.

🌱 Patch AM: Why 22 American flags now line the Green Bridge into Bradenton

Also, don’t miss Organ-ized Pipes & Pops on the Bradenton Patch calendar

Mother-Daughter Team Opening New Coffee Shop In Manatee County

A new Manatee County coffee shop and breakfast café will celebrate its opening with samples, discounts and a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

🌱 Patch AM: Why extra police were at Bradenton’s Sugg Middle School on Monday

Coming up: Wine-Pairing Dinner "New Spring " on the Bradenton Patch calendar

WBTT creates a ‘Boogie Wonderland’ during April Fête

Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe’s annual spring fundraiser brings in over $255,000 in support of its education programs

🌱 Patch AM: Why 22 new flags now fly over the Green Bridge to Bradenton

Be sure to catch Wine-Pairing Dinner "New Spring " on the Bradenton Patch calendar

🌱 Patch AM: What Jim Boyd’s rise to Senate President means for Bradenton

You won’t want to miss Gather with Bolt Fans at Your Local Hooters During Playoffs Games on the Bradenton Patch calendar

Local high school earns music honors

Lakewood Ranch High School teachers and students have been won numerous awards

Project Pride SRQ names interim executive director

Recent board president Justyn Hunter-Ceruti will take the reins of LGBTQ+ advocacy group

National Discount Grocer’s New Bradenton Store Celebrates Opening

A national discount grocery brand celebrated the opening of its newest store in Bradenton.

Goodwill Manasota fetes 2026 Community Ambassadors of the Year

Nonprofit organization recognizes outstanding advocates, supporters and one special team member during celebratory luncheon

Bradenton Cop Charged With Felony Child Abuse

The man was arrested following an investigation by the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, authorities said.

First Tee Sarasota/Manatee to present ‘Sip & Shop’ at J.McLaughlin on May 2

Event will feature sips and bites, with a portion of sales benefiting organization that provides youth development through golf

Safe Children Coalition Foundation closes out Youth Shelter Campaign

Capping gift of $500,000 helped SCC to reach nearly $10 million to build new shelter for homeless youths in Florida’s Circuit 12

Semi-Truck Driver Killed In Hit-And-Run Crash On I-75: FL Troopers

Investigators are looking for the driver of a Ford Mustang in connection with a deadly hit-and-run crash on I-75, FL troopers said.

SCF Manatees Baseball Alumnus Joins Tampa Bay Rays Organization, Ranked No. 7 Prospect

Michael Forret, a former State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota Manatees baseball pitcher, joins the Tampa Bay Rays organization.

Local school has special interest in moon flight

The sister of a Lakewood Ranch High School staff member was on the Artemis recovery mission

DUI Driver Sentenced For Fatal Bradenton Crash: Police

A Bradenton man was sentenced to prison in a 2024 fatal DUI crash that killed the mother of two young children, police said.

'Romance Scammer' Steals $31K From FL Widower

A MN man has been sentenced after being accused of posing as a U.K. woman to defraud a FL widower he met on Facebook out of $31,000.

Tim Hortons Celebrates FL Opening With Free Coffee For A Month

Canadian coffee chain Tim Hortons is celebrating the recent opening of its first Florida store with free coffee for a month for 500 guests.

Manatee Stops For A Drink As Bradenton Police Officers Hose Down Boat: Watch

Watch Bradenton police officers share water with a passing, thirsty manatee while hosing down a patrol boat.

Gulf Islands Ferry Adds 3rd Boat To Expand Service Between Bradenton, Anna Maria Island

Gulf Islands Ferry has expanded its service between Bradenton and Anna Maria Island with a third boat, the Manatee Belle.

"Mustangs Ahead" podcast - Mustangs Spring Into Fourth Quarter

A student-produced podcast focusing on issues at Lakewood Ranch High School.

Community comes together to help local coach

Lakewood Ranch High School is helping Football Coach Scott Paravicini meet medical expenses

Man Fatally Stabbed Wife At Home With Their 2 Children Present: Manatee Sheriff

A Manatee County man was arrested for murder for fatally stabbing his wife, the sheriff’s office said. Their children were home at the time.

2 Drivers Arrested After I-275 Crash In Manatee County: FL Troopers

One driver pulled a gun on the other, while the other driver was arrested for driving under the influence, FL troopers said.

Goodwill Industries-Manasota promotes two, hires one new team member

Three new VPs will support nonprofit organization through work in real estate, safety and risk management, and information systems

Spring Into Sports: Where To Sign Up And Play In Bradenton

Local leagues and programs across Bradenton are offering opportunities for all ages to get out and play this season.

State College of Florida Opens Enrollment for Fall 2026

Fall 2026 enrollment is open at State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota. Classes run from Aug. 17 to Dec. 4 at SCF's campuses and online.

E-bike rules a key to safety

Manatee Sheriffs officials remind high school students to mind rules

Man Broke Into Box Truck To Take A Nap: Bradenton Police

The man, thought to be a St. Patty’s Day partier, damaged a box truck searching for sneakers he lost during his nap, Bradenton police said.

Manatee County’s ‘Monkey Whisperer’ Sentenced For Trafficking Primates: U.S. DOJ

A Parrish man was sentenced to federal prison for trafficking primates while on probation for the same crime, the U.S. DOJ said.

Safe Children Coalition celebrates futures reimagined during Giving Breakfast

Child welfare organization recognizes community leaders and partners, and announces the completion of its Youth Shelter Campaign

Bradenton Man Tried To Meet 13-Year-Old For Sex: FL Sheriff

A 20-year-old Bradenton man traveled to Charlotte County to have sex with a 13-year-old girl, the sheriff’s office said.

JROTC experience inspires local high school student to join military

Lakewood Ranch High School's Elisa Massaro looks forward to joining the army

Lakewood Ranch choir takes on Big Apple

The Lakewood Ranch High School choir will sing at Lincoln Center