PALMETTO – The Manatee County Fair kicked off January 16th at fairgrounds in Palmetto. The event is taking place until this Sunday with doors opening Saturday at noon. CEO of the Manatee County ...

Sunday's high temperature is predicted to reach a balmy 71 degrees, which should be perfect for anyone interested in visiting the Manatee County Fair. A local tradition dating back more than a ...

Congrats to Christine Beavers and Ruthie Daugherty, repeat winners in the 2025 Manatee County Fair’s Culinary Arts competition. Out of 56 entries, Christine’s Banana Cream Pie won Adult Best ...

A Louisiana bull rider survives a near-fatal accident after a bull's horn pierced his neck. It happened at the Conley Invitational Bull Ride in Palmetto on Friday, February 7.

Powerboat races, festivals, the start of spring training season and other events taking place in Sarasota, Manatee and ...