It’s a great spot for getting up close and personal with manatees — the state advises no closer than 50 feet — as well as ...

A mother manatee known as “Stripes” and her newborn calf were rescued near Key Largo on Thursday after the adult manatee was ...

Manatee County are asking the community for input on how to use federal money to help rebuild following last years ...

Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium became a Secondary Care Holding Facility for manatee rehabilitation April 28, when it welcomed two manatees – Cabbage and Sleet – for care at its facility on City ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - Despite a rough hurricane season in 2024, businesses on Anna Maria Island say foot traffic was surprisingly good this spring. Manatee County officials say they’re working ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - Manatee County Utilities has issued a water off notice for a few areas in Anna Maria Island.

Key takeaway: Beachside Hospitality Group, the owners of an Anna Maria Island staple, Sandbar, have invested $1M in a new look, menu and more for the restaurant, which the Chiles Group owned for some ...

Manatee County officials are considering charging ... Hurricane Helene flooded Anna Maria Island with a record-setting storm surge that left up to 5 feet of sand along Gulf Drive.

Admission to Lake Manatee State Park is $5 per vehicle of two to eight passengers and $4 for a single-occupant vehicle. Extra ...