Daily News Roundup: December 20, 2024

Dec 20, 2024

Bishop-Parker Foundation awards almost $3 million in grants

Dec 20

BRADENTON, Fla., December 17, 2024 – Bishop-Parker Foundation recently awarded almost $3 million in grants during its fall 2024 grant cycle.

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Robinson Preserve: From Farmland to Flourishing Eco-Conservation Refuge

Misty Ritch

Dec 20

Robinson Preserve: From Farmland to Flourishing Eco-Conservation Refuge

Robinson Preserve in Bradenton, Florida, is a testament to successful environmental restoration and community collaboration. Once a 487-acre expanse of farmland, it was transformed into a vibrant coastal wetland habitat and officially opened to the public in 2008.

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Manatee County Hosts Kid-Friendly Traffic Safety Event at GT Bray Park

Misty Ritch

Dec 20

Manatee County Hosts Kid-Friendly Traffic Safety Event at GT Bray Park

Manatee County is set to kick off the new year with an engaging and educational event to promote traffic safety among children. On Saturday, January 11, from 9 AM to Noon, families are invited to GT Bray Park, located at 5502 33rd Avenue Drive West in Bradenton, for a morning filled with fun and informative activities.

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Manatee County Launches Free Entrepreneurial Program for Veterans and Their Families

Misty Ritch

Sep 16

Manatee County Launches Free Entrepreneurial Program for Veterans and Their Families

Manatee County has unveiled a new initiative designed to support veterans and their families by offering free entrepreneurship classes, workshops, and networking events. This effort is made possible through a collaboration with the 26 West Entrepreneurship Center at State College of Florida and is part of the Veterans Florida Entrepreneurship Program. T…

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Bradenton Man Convicted of Drug Trafficking and Firearm Offenses

Dec 20

Bradenton, FL – A federal investigation spearheaded by the Bradenton Police Department and the Drug Enforcement Administration has led to the conviction of Javier Mares, 44, on multiple drug trafficking and firearm charges. Mares, who operated an auto body shop in Bradenton, was found guilty of possessing cocaine and over 50 grams of methamphetamine wit…

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Pulse of Manatee

Bishop-Parker Foundation awards almost $3 million in grants

Robinson Preserve: From Farmland to Flourishing Eco-Conservation Refuge

Manatee County Hosts Kid-Friendly Traffic Safety Event at GT Bray Park

Manatee County Launches Free Entrepreneurial Program for Veterans and Their Families

Bradenton Man Convicted of Drug Trafficking and Firearm Offenses

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