Palmetto Community Pulse

Manatee County commissioners approved permanent easements protecting nearly 1,500 acres of working agricultural and conservation lands at Mossy Island...

Southwest Florida's long-term rainfall deficit has grown to 15.4 inches, and summer storms haven't been widespread enough to fix it.

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Bradenton native Christian Harrison delivered a major hometown win at the 2026 US Open, taking the men’s doubles crown with Neal Skupski after...

Plan a fun day out at the 3rd Annual Harvest Festival with these key details.

• Admission: $20 per person covers most activities; kids 5 and under...

Manatee County Planning Commission reviewed an ordinance imposing a 12-month moratorium on data centers in unincorporated areas. The policy directly affects local growth management and infrastructure planning for nearby residents.

For four decades the Palmetto CRA has driven infrastructure upgrades, brownfield cleanups, and resident support programs across its district.

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Join the inaugural VFW Post 10141 Charity Golf Tournament on Sept. 26 at River Club Golf Club in Bradenton for an 8:30 a.m. shotgun start that raises...

A 21-year-old Palmetto resident pleaded guilty in Tampa to making a false statement to a federally licensed firearm dealer, revealing direct federal prosecution of straw purchases that undermine local gun laws.

Manatee County stands out for its white-sand beaches, relaxed coastal vibe, and easy access to fishing, boating, and golf.

• Local favorites: Anna...

A collaborative effort has moved 48 threatened Florida Scrub-Jays to Wingate Creek State Park to boost a small, isolated Manatee County population and...

Manatee County commissioners unanimously voted to block all new Flock license-plate cameras from county parks, facilities, and buildings over privacy...

Recent inspections flagged key safety issues at local spots. Customers can use state reports to spot problems before dining out.

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The nationwide Emergency Alert System test on November 17 will interrupt local TV and radio with tones and a test message around 2:20 p.m. EDT.

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A fatal crash closed South County Road 39 in both directions between State Road 674 and Carlton Road on Saturday before fully reopening.

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Three gentle cats at Manatee County Animal Welfare are hoping for loving homes in Palmetto.

• Sebastion, a senior brown tabby, seeks a calm companion...

Manatee County leaders are cracking down on simulated gambling devices at illegal arcades because they've been linked to various crimes, a push that directly supports neighborhood safety efforts in Palmetto and surrounding areas.

A comparative study on human versus AI-generated emergency alerts used standardised templates to ensure consistency and eliminate unintentional bias.

• Bat City Comic Professionals celebrates four years in Bradenton on September 26 with Local Comic Shop Day events including artists, crafts, free...

Mark these Palmetto-centric dates for a full year of local fun.

• Manatee County Fair (Jan 14-24): 100k+ attendees at the fairgrounds with livestock,...

The Johnson Helm House's unanimous approval as Manatee County's first local historic landmark designation brings new protection to a 1908...