Hyperlocal news for Parrish, Palmetto, Ellenton, Duette, Rubonia, and Terra Ceia in north Manatee County, Florida
The Jaxx brand is expanding its footprint once again, opening a second location of its wing-focused offshoot, Jaxx Wing Co., in Palmetto. The new restaurant, which opened on Dec. 19, 2025, at 4927 96th St. E. in The Shoppes at Moccasin Wallow, is the second Jaxx Wing Co. location. The first is located in Bradenton […]
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Authorities say a 23-year-old Ruskin woman has been charged with armed robbery following a violent encounter that began as a planned drug transaction, according to a report from the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office. The woman, identified as Sophia Monique Morris, was arrested during the early morning hours of Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025, at a FedEx […]
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New Manatee County EMS Station 22 Opens After Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Manatee County officials, community partners and local residents gathered Monday afternoon for the ribbon cutting and open house of Moccasin Wallow EMS Station 22, the county’s newest emergency medical services facility at 2950 Moccasin Wallow Road in Palmetto. The event marked the official opening […]
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There’s a new flavor sizzling in downtown Palmetto. BAPA POLLO A LA BRASA, specializing in authentic Peruvian Charcoal Broiled Chicken, has officially opened its doors at 1210 8th Avenue West. The restaurant celebrated its grand opening on Thursday, October 30, 2025, following a successful soft opening. BAPA POLLO A LA BRASA centers around one star […]
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North Manatee families have two exciting options for safe and spooky fun this Halloween night. On Friday, Oct. 31, both Tractor Treat and Safe Kids Night will welcome trick-or-treaters from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 🚜 Tractor Treat at Everglades Equipment Group Head to Everglades Equipment Group, your local John Deere dealer at 906 U.S. […]
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