A pilot study by Suncoast Waterkeeper will help advocate for stricter enforcement of mangrove protection regulations. yourobserver.com/news/2024/aug/…

Experts warn the water quality of Sarasota Bay is suffering since Debby. yourobserver.com/news/2024/aug/…

In Longboat's lowest areas, Helene's storm surge smothered family homes. yourobserver.com/news/2024/oct/…

The town of Longboat Key issued an immediate evacuation order as Hurricane Milton's track eyes a near direct hit for the island. yourobserver.com/news/2024/oct/…

Longboat's early Helene assessment estimates over $170 million in damages. yourobserver.com/news/2024/oct/…

A local climate expert says all hurricanes have separate personalities and all are examples of climate change's impact. yourobserver.com/news/2024/oct/…

After a slew of lighting violations resulted in $6,850 of fines, the St. Regis says the resort's staff is working on compliance. yourobserver.com/news/2024/nov/…

Save Our Seabirds reopens after hurricanes with its future goals in mind. yourobserver.com/news/2024/nov/…

#LBK proudly teamed up with Carry The Load for a meaningful four-mile walk to honor our #heroes. This #NationalMilitaryAppreciation Month, we pause to remember and pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice💙. Thank you Carter Your Observer for taking the trek with us!

Gov. DeSantis OKs $100 million in Manatee projects. See what’s in the budget bradenton.com/news/politics-…

Where will Bradenton’s new City Hall go? Clock is ticking on search bradenton.com/news/local/art…

Anna Maria gets $1.25 million to help rebuild City Pier. When will it reopen? bradenton.com/news/local/art…

Bradenton bought former councilman’s house to build a sewage station there bradenton.com/news/local/art…

Who will replace Chief Josh Cramer on Bradenton City Council? See who applied bradenton.com/news/local/art…

Trash collection changes coming soon to Manatee County. Here’s the breakdown bradenton.com/news/local/art…

‘Nothing good happens after midnight.’ Manatee County seeks curfew for minors bradenton.com/news/local/art…

New report shines light on how Manatee development, hurricanes impact mangroves bradenton.com/news/local/art…

Manatee postpones development vote, delaying showdown with Florida officials bradenton.com/news/local/art…

NEW: Florida DOGE audit makes Manatee County a test case for defying DeSantis and developers, w/ Carter Weinhofer and Josh Salman: bradenton.com/news/politics-…

Local environmental groups continue to investigate potential sources of fecal bacteria in Manatee County's Palma Sola Bay. The latest: bradenton.com/news/local/art…