Manatee County bought property on Gamble Creek to add to a growing portfolio of properties planned for wetlands mitigation ...

Manatee County leaders have signed off on buying a 93-acre property in Parrish with plans to prevent flooding, protect rare habitat from development and create a public park.

Manatee County officials and residents are worried ... Contractors noted outdated flood maps and stormwater treatment ...

Just days into Manatee County's major ... months of neighbor-led appeals, county crews and contractors are finally working to clear blockages and reduce flood risks ahead of the next storm season.

Stay informed about prep, closures, dangers, impact and the latest storm path as now Tropical Storm Helene heads towards ...

Manatee County Department of Development Services is waiving building permit fees for both residential and commercial properties until March 1, 2025. Please note that all repairs in a flood zone ...

Last year, hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton hit Manatee County in quick succession, overwhelming drainage systems and flooding neighborhoods. The aftermath triggered a flood of stormwater ...

The fee charged to residents would add millions to the county budget for cleaning canals and waterways and enhancing the stormwater system. Other Florida counties already charge a similar fee.

Manatee County announced a call for evacuation for residents who live in Level A flood zones starting Wednesday morning in preparation for Tropical Storm Helene. County officials announced the ...