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February 11, 2021
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Suspect in fatal hit and run identified, booked

Updated Feb. 11 at 4:50 p.m.: Suspect Cierra Shannon turned herself in at the Bradenton Police Department at 4:45 p.m. today. She has been charged with leaving the scene of a traffic crash that resul…
February 11, 2021
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More vaccine options come to Manatee County

MANATEE COUNTY – More COVID-19 vaccines are coming for Manatee County seniors age 65 and older along with more options for getting the vaccinations. Manatee County 311 operators began making appoi…
February 1, 2021
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Bali Hai site plan review hits a snag

Bali Hai site plan review hits a snag

HOLMES BEACH – City commissioners are willing to go to the table with the owner of the Bali Hai Beach Resort, but they still have questions about the submitted site plan currently under review. Is…
February 1, 2021
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County skips using state vaccine signup system

MANATEE COUNTY – Good news has emerged for some Floridians with the launch of the state’s COVID-19 vaccine signup website. However, it doesn’t change things for anyone wishing to receive their vaccin…
February 1, 2021
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Applications reopen for CARES Act funding

MANATEE COUNTY – For residents and businesses still working to recover from the financial effects of COVID-19, more help is coming in the form of CARES Act funds. Nonprofit organizations that prev…
January 25, 2021
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Changes for Manatee County COVID-19 vaccine program

Updated Monday, Jan. 25 at 2:20 p.m. – MANATEE COUNTY – Good news came to those waiting in the COVID-19 vaccine standby pool when county leaders announced the receipt of 4,500 additional first doses…
January 18, 2021
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Events set to return to city field

Events set to return to city field

HOLMES BEACH – Two events are scheduled to take place at Holmes Beach city field but there are going to be some changes from events past. Commissioners heard pleas from representatives of the Anna…
January 18, 2021
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Ugly Grouper owners seek expansion

Ugly Grouper owners seek expansion

HOLMES BEACH – The owners of the Ugly Grouper are hoping city leaders will give them the opportunity to expand their business. On behalf of the owners, attorney Scott Rudacille appeared before cit…
January 12, 2021
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County officials give COVID-19 vaccine update

MANATEE COUNTY – A new round of vaccines have arrived in Manatee County, prompting 311 operators to start booking appointments for Jan. 14. After these appointments are booked, county officials hope…
January 9, 2021
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Manatee County launches new vaccine sign-up website

Manatee County launches new vaccine sign-up website

MANATEE COUNTY – Everyone over age 65 in Manatee County now has a new way to sign up to receive a COVID-19 vaccine with the launch of the county’s new lottery-style system. The new system was anno…
January 9, 2021
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What to expect when you’re getting a COVID-19 vaccine

What to expect when you’re getting a COVID-19 vaccine

MANATEE COUNTY – While the process to sign up for a COVID-19 vaccination appointment has changed to a new lottery-style system, the process for receiving your first dose of the vaccine once you score…
January 6, 2021
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Manatee County launches new vaccine sign up program

Manatee County launches new vaccine sign up program

MANATEE COUNTY – During an emergency meeting today, county commissioners met to discuss how to improve the process by which people 65 and older can sign up for a COVID-19 vaccine appointment. They vo…
January 4, 2021
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Holmes Beach: 2020 in Review

The year 2020 brought many challenges to the Anna Maria Island community, mixed in with several high points that proved this past calendar year wasn’t all bad. In Holmes Beach, the year kicked off…
January 3, 2021
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More vaccine appointments open tomorrow

More vaccine appointments open

Updated 1/4/21 – Manatee County Public Safety Director Jake Saur announced that 1,400 vaccine doses had been received by the county for distribution to seniors age 65 and older and front line healthc…
December 29, 2020
By SUN contributor
COVID-19 vaccines open up to ages 65 and older

COVID-19 vaccines open up to ages 65 and older

MANATEE COUNTY – The county is giving a New Year’s gift to its seniors. The Moderna COVID-19 vaccine arrived in Manatee County on Dec. 28 and distribution to seniors age 65 and older will begin on De…

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