Hyperlocal news for Parrish, Palmetto, Ellenton, Duette, Rubonia, and Terra Ceia in north Manatee County, Florida
A newly activated traffic signal on Moccasin Wallow Road is bringing much needed relief to local commuters and paving the way for major commercial development in northern Manatee County. The light is now operational at the intersection of Moccasin Wallow Road, Robinson Gateway Drive to the north and 71st Avenue East to the south. The […]
Continue Reading
A fixture of the North River community has completed a short but significant move. American Honey Creamery and Coffee Co. officially opened its new location at 5015 Moccasin Wallow Road on May 1, positioning itself as a cornerstone of a newly developed plaza. The move is a short distance from its original home, landing directly […]
Continue Reading
Commercial truck drivers and daily commuters traveling the U.S. 41 corridor have a massive new refueling option in Manatee County following the under-the-radar arrival of a sprawling RaceTrac travel center. Located at 9608 U.S. 41 in Palmetto, the new facility recently opened its doors, bringing a significant infrastructure boost to the area. The station began […]
Continue Reading
The “Open” signs quietly popped up sometime Wednesday, signaling the arrival of North Palmetto’s newest retailer. ABC Fine Wine & Spirits held a soft opening today for its new 11,000-square-foot store at 4925 Moccasin Wallow Road, welcoming early customers right on track with the spring 2026 timeline announced last fall. The opening comes seven months […]
Continue Reading
A massive new Kangaroo Express gas station and convenience store has officially opened its doors at U.S. 41 and 69th Street East, adding a major fueling stop near the busy Interstate 275 interchange. The new facility joins a rapid wave of commercial development at the intersection. It sits immediately adjacent to a new McDonald’s that […]
Continue Reading