Lifestyle
State College of Florida to Host Author A'Lelia Bundles on March 2
Bundles will discuss her latest biography on her great-grandmother, A'Lelia Walker, and the Harlem Renaissance.
Police Rescue Injured Bald Eagle on Presidents Day
Good Samaritan and officers work together to save the bird in Bradenton, Florida
Bradenton Residents Invited to Share Acts of Kindness
Patch partners with T-Mobile on Good Deeds, Great Communities initiative to spotlight local generosity
Business
Manatee County Seeks Bids for Residential Facility Rehabilitation
Project funded by HUD CDBG grant includes impact windows, HVAC upgrades, and more
Dutch Bros Plots First Manatee County Drive-Thru in Bradenton
The coffee chain's new location is part of the upcoming SeaFlower Village Center development.
Florida Retailer Bealls Names Ross Exec as New VP of Stores
David N. Brown will lead store operations across several regions nationwide.
Crime
Tampa Guide Dies In CA Avalanche
2 Rescued From Fire: FL Weekend
23-year-old man killed in Bradenton shooting, Manatee deputies say
The shooting happened early Sunday morning, the sheriff's office said.
IMG Academy Fined Nearly $2 Million Over Cartel Ties
Prep school penalized for accepting payments from parents linked to Mexican drug cartel.
Automotive
VC Auto Aesthetics Celebrates 4 Years in Bradenton-Sarasota
Local shop marks milestone with customer appreciation event, expanded commercial wrap services
VC Auto Aesthetics Celebrates 4 Years of Growth in Bradenton-Sarasota
Local shop marks milestone anniversary with customer appreciation event, expanded commercial wrap services & ceramic tint across auto & marine applications
RECX Appoints TRL Outdoors to Boost MAX ATV Dealer Expansion
Manufacturer's representative agreement supports nationwide dealer onboarding and commercial market growth for amphibious all-terrain vehicles.
Sports
Dolphins Fill Big Holes in ESPN's Latest Two-Round 2026 Mock Draft
The Miami Dolphins address offensive line and cornerback needs in the first two rounds.
Pirates' Clevinger Aims for Roster Spot
Veteran pitcher looks to earn spot in rotation or bullpen this spring
Tampa Bay Rays and Pittsburgh Pirates Face Off in Spring Training Game
The two teams meet for the second time this spring at LECOM Park in Bradenton, Florida.
