Nationwide nonprofit Trust for Public Lands is exploring the county's financial options to make additional land purchases.

For Florida’s manatee population and manatee conservationists around the world, 2025 was a banner year. ZooTampa’s David A.

BRADENTON, Fla. — A Manatee County Schools security measure has expanded this school year. One year after introducing weapons detection technology at its high schools, all middle schools are now ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County commissioners recently approved an investment of $24 million into the county’s parks. Recently, mornings have been really busy for crews working at Manatee County ...

Like the millions of people who flock to the Palmetto State each summer for beach and coastal vacations, the gentle mammals were another group of tourists that couldn’t resist dropping by this year.

The Bishop Animal Shelter in Bradenton is set to unveil part of a major $12 million expansion to its animal care facility on Wednesday. This newly improved shelter will become the “primary hub for ...

HARTFORD, Mich. — Van Buren County is working to keep their kennels from overcrowding by connecting pets at animal control with West Michigan military families. Van Buren County Animal Control ...

Those in support of the measure say it will help keep youth safe and curb crime, but others shared concerns about enforcement and efficacy. Manatee County commissioners enacted a juvenile curfew that ...

This story contains graphic allegations of animal abuse and neglect that some viewers may find disturbing. COLUMBIA — Boone County dog breeder Melissa Sanders appeared in court Monday after animal ...

Outline of the Lennar Homes rezoning site. Photo from the Manatee County Planning Commission Rezoning for plans by Lennar Homes to develop 683 acres by Buckeye Road, was unanimously approved Thursday ...

PEACH COUNTY, Ga. — After years of delays and debate, Peach County has officially opened its first dedicated animal control shelter. What began as an idea more than a decade ago has become a reality ...