Julia Hazel

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Lakewood Ranch High School is rolling out the welcome mat for future graduates. The school unveiled its new College and Career Center last fall, designed to help students learn more about what comes after high school. What You Need ... See more

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — In Manatee County, your trash may soon be powering more than just the landfill. What You Need To Know Manatee County plans to turn waste into energy through the Renewable Natural Gas From Waste to Worth project. The county has partn... See more

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Largo police have arrested two people on felony animal cruelty charges after 11 sick dogs — including nine puppies — were abandoned in a park. What You Need To Know Today Largo police have arrested two people on felony animal cruelt... See more

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — After months of work, the Anna Maria City Pier is showing signs of progress. Visitors and residents are starting to see poles sticking out of the water where the boardwalk once was. Part of the pier was washed away during the 2024 h... See more

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — A new housing project is taking shape with a mission beyond bricks and mortar. A local nonprofit has officially broken ground on a development designed to support young adults aging out of the foster care system. The project aims to... See more