Officials are inviting friends, classmates, neighbors of fallen vets to contribute input to the interactive memorial by contacting Veterans Services.

They'll work on around 200 sites identified as challenging, removing fallen trees, limbs and brush clogging critical drainage systems ahead of any storms.

Tropical storm Debby brought flooding that had never been seen in many parts of Manatee County. Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t help.

Each year, members of the Children's Services Advisory Board pour over grant applications to divvy up about $14 million.

Manatee County restaurants are routinely inspected by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation for health and food safety issues and cleanliness. Florida bases its inspection ...