Ryan Ballogg

Mega developments near you? What to know about 3 new Florida bills By Ryan Ballogg | Bradenton Herald PUBLISHED: January 9, 2026 at 9:22 AM EST Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Florida lawmakers will consider several new bills this year that cou... See more

Local Lakewood Ranch man wins over $7 million on Florida Lottery ticket A Lakewood Ranch man is over $7 million richer after scoring the top prize on a Florida Lottery scratch-off game. Manatee County resident Ramon Cabo, 68, got his lucky break playing t... See more

Local How cold will it get in Manatee County this week? Forecasters issue warning Forecasters are warning of very cold weather this week for Manatee County and Southwest Florida, including overnight wind chills below freezing. “Wind chill is a term used t... See more

Local Inspectors temporarily close two Bradenton restaurants with food safety issues Florida’s Division of Hotels and Restaurants routinely inspects restaurants, food trucks and other food service establishments for public health and cleanliness issues. T... See more

Local This Manatee land along the Myakka River is now protected from development Conservationists are celebrating the protection of 13 acres of land along the Myakka River in East Manatee County. Manatee County commissioners approved the land’s purchase o... See more