Environment

Neighborhood to Begin Using Solar Power to Heat Pool

Bradenton’s Mirabella, a 55-and-older neighborhood, is planning to install a solar power system to its community center, spa and swimming pool.

07/10/2017 By staff

Environment

Bradenton Neighborhood Earns LEED Platinum Certification

The United States Green Building Council recently awarded current home owners in Bradenton's Mirabella with a platinum LEED certification, the highest LEED rating.

06/29/2017 By staff

Hometown Bradenton

Four Great Old Bradenton Neighborhoods Retain Their Small-Town Charm

These neighborhoods are dripping with authenticity.

06/28/2017 By Robert Plunket

Honors

Florida Power & Light Executive Recognized for Philanthropy

Florida Power & Light area manager Rae Dowling was recently recognized with the Bradenton Kiwanis Foundation's first Bert South Philanthropic Award.

05/22/2017 By staff

Data

Manatee County Tourism Up in 2016

Manatee County drew in almost 3.1 million tourists in 2016, a 2.7 percent increase over 2015.

05/15/2017 By staff

Appointments

Kiwanis Foundation Adds to Board of Directors

Jason Bartz of NDC Construction Company was recently appointed to the board of directors of the Bradenton Kiwanis Foundation to complete the term of his father, Robert Bartz.

05/09/2017 By staff

Tourism

Bradenton Nonprofit Launches New Interactive Exploration Site

Realize Bradenton recently launched WalkBradenton.com, a new website that highlights places in Bradenton to eat, shop, visit and more.

05/08/2017 By staff

Real Estate Junkie

For Sale: Historic Bradenton Beauty

A 1920 Wares Creek home is loaded with atmosphere.

04/06/2017 By Robert Plunket

The SEEN

Photos From the Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation's Hob Nob Bar-B-Que

The business group's 29th annual event drew 900 to Dolphin Aviation.

03/01/2017 Photography by Lori Sax

Sports

Brewery to Offer Growlers at Baseball Stadium

Darwin Brewing Co. is launching a new partnership with LECOM Park, the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Bradenton Marauders.

02/23/2017 By staff

Events

Big Manatee County Networking Event This Thursday

The Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation is holding its 29th annual Hob Nob Bar-B-Que on Thursday, Feb. 23.

02/21/2017 By staff

A River Runs Next to It

Mattison's Returns to Downtown Bradenton

Paul Mattison recently took over the YachtSea Grille, overhauled the space and rebranded it as Mattison's City Grille.

01/27/2017 By Cooper Levey-Baker

New hires

Economic Development Corporation Hires Enterprise Florida Veteran

The Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation recently appointed Max Stewart to a new position: director of business development.

01/11/2017 By staff

Real Estate Junkie

Tour a Beautifully Updated Bradenton Craftsman Home

Peek inside this circa-1900 home in Bradenton's Point Pleasant neighborhood.

12/19/2016 By Robert Plunket

The SEEN

Bradenton EDC Annual Update Luncheon

Thought leader James Otteson addresses the business crowd.

12/07/2016 Photography by Lori Sax

Real Estate Junkie

For Sale: Mid-Century Modern in Bradenton

Here's a great mid-century modern home that you can actually afford in Bradenton.

12/05/2016 By Robert Plunket

Neighborhood Snapshots

Your Guide to Sarasota Neighborhoods

From old-Florida beachy to bustling downtown, these hotspots have charms and amusements all their own.

12/01/2016 By Su Byron

Neighborhood Snapshots

What to Do in Downtown Bradenton

Downtown Bradenton offers all sorts of indoor and outdoor fun.

11/30/2016 Photography by Su Byron

Health care

Second Health Innovation Week Coming Soon

The second annual Health Innovation Week, organized by the Economic Development Corporation of Sarasota County and the Bradenton Area Economic Development Corporation, is set for Nov. 7-11.

10/25/2016 Research by staff

Fresh Squeezed

Tropicana Development Plan Approved

The company's Bradenton plant received approval for future growth.

10/18/2016 By staff