An 18-year-old is facing criminal charges after hitting and killing a man, driving away, then returning to the scene in Manatee County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Manatee County deputies ...

Sarasota and Manatee Counties overwhelmingly voted to renew the millage referendum benefiting local public schools, per data from both counties’ Supervisor of Elections offices. The referendum ...

Prepare to be amused and enlightened as we delve into the watery world of manatees, where a surprising yet charming secret lies beneath the surface. In this article, we explore the unconventional ...

Trichechus manatus latirostris underwater. Image via Reid, Jim P, U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Contrary to their slow and steady reputation, manatees have a ...

Crystal River is the best place in Florida to meet the Florida manatee, a subspecies of the West Indian manatee. Even though there have been concerns from animal protection groups about the growing ...

Effective Nov. 7, 2024: The Usher boat ramp and some hiking trails at Manatee Springs State Park are temporarily closed for repair. Limited hiking is available only on the North End Trail. To protect ...

Effective Nov. 7, 2024: The Usher boat ramp and some hiking trails at Manatee Springs State Park are temporarily closed for repair. Limited hiking is available only on the North End Trail. To protect ...

Republicans earned commanding election night victories for four seats on the Manatee County Commission. Results published by the Manatee County Supervisor of Election's office show that ...

Voters went to the polls in Manatee County on Tuesday in a presidential election with high turnout and even higher implications. In Florida, voters cast ballots for the U.S. Senate, the U.S. House ...

As November arrives, Florida kicks off Manatee Awareness Month. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) reminds boaters to be vigilant for manatees as they embark on their ...

Known as Florida’s gentle giants, spotting a manatee in its natural habitat is truly a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Also known as a “sea cow,” these wrinkled, leathery creatures can tip the scales ...