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Midterm Countdown Draws Attention From Manatee Voters
Around townInterest in the approaching midterms is the focus of a local Manatee County election item.
Manatee County Florida DeskOct 31, 2026
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Manatee County faces housing and growth pressures
Housing and developmentHousing costs, development and the pace of growth are converging in a broader debate over Manatee County’s future.
Manatee County Florida DeskOct 31, 2026
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Veteran pilot killed in Manatee County helicopter crash
Police, fire and courtsA veteran pilot was killed when a helicopter used for mosquito spraying crashed in Manatee County, with the NTSB investigating.
Manatee County Florida DeskOct 17, 2026
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Manatee school board sues two charter schools
SchoolsThe Manatee County School Board has sued two charter schools in a dispute over a share of tax revenue.
Manatee County Florida DeskOct 16, 2026
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Florida health officials warn of mosquito illnesses in Manatee chickens
Around townThe Florida Department of Health issued a warning after chickens tested in Manatee County were linked to mosquito-borne illnesses.
Manatee County Florida DeskOct 6, 2026
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Manatee quorum failure delays AI data center moratorium
Around townManatee County officials could not move forward on an AI data center moratorium after a quorum failure, amid a Jason Bearden-Charlie Bishop showdown.
Manatee County Florida DeskOct 6, 2026
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Braden River Concern Needs Documented Review
Around townConcern about the Braden River warrants clear public records, measurements and action from the agencies responsible for its health.
Manatee County Florida DeskOct 4, 2026
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Florida Amendment 3’s Effects Remain Unestablished
Around townThe available record does not establish whether Amendment 3 would reduce taxes, affect services or represent a broader political policy.
Manatee County Florida DeskOct 4, 2026
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What Amendment 3 could mean for police funding
Police, fire and courtsAmendment 3 is being compared with the police-funding cuts Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized, but its details are not established here.
Manatee County Florida DeskOct 4, 2026
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What Amendment 3 would mean for police funding
Police, fire and courtsA claim that Amendment 3 could reduce police funding needs the amendment’s text and a clear explanation of its effect.
Manatee County Florida DeskOct 3, 2026
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Vote-by-mail ballots are out
Around townVote-by-mail ballots have been issued, but the election tied to them has not been identified.
Manatee County Florida DeskSep 28, 2026
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Manatee County moves ahead on data-center moratorium
Local governmentManatee County commissioners are moving forward with a proposed moratorium on new data centers.
Manatee County Florida DeskSep 26, 2026
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Chicken Salad Chick to Open First Sarasota County Restaurant
Business openingsChicken Salad Chick is expanding in Florida with plans to open its first restaurant in Sarasota County.
Manatee County Florida DeskSep 20, 2026
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Manatee to Pilot School Security Video Integration
Around townManatee is identified as the first place in the nation to pilot an integrated school-security video technology system.
Manatee County Florida DeskSep 18, 2026
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LWV plans voter education event on amendments, referendum
Around townThe League of Women Voters will host a Manatee County session on Florida constitutional amendments and a county referendum this week.
Manatee County Florida DeskSep 15, 2026
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LWV to Host Voter Education Event This Week
Around townThe League of Women Voters will hold a Manatee County session on proposed Florida constitutional amendments and a county referendum.
Manatee County Florida DeskSep 15, 2026
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Man caught street racing with two children in Manatee County
Around townA man was caught street racing in Manatee County while two young children were riding in the back seat.
Manatee County Florida DeskSep 8, 2026