Manatee County Public Safety Department's Beach Patrol was named 2025 Beach Patrol of the Year by the FBPCA, recognizing ...

A Florida manatee made a surprise appearance near the docks at Harvey E. Oyer Boat Ramp on Wednesday morning, prompting the ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Over the summer, Manatee County officials installed a new lightning detection system at public pools and splash pads. And just last week, they installed the first one at a local ...

November marks the start of Manatee Awareness Month, a critical time when Florida's iconic marine mammals begin their seasonal journey to warmer waters. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation ...

GREENVILLE, N.C. (WTVD) -- A manatee rescued in Pitt County last fall was freed Friday back into the ocean. Nicknamed Pamlico, the nine-foot manatee was rescued on Nov. 18, 2024, from a Tar River ...

Manatees are part of what makes Florida a special place. Also known affectionately as sea cows, they are unique creatures and unlike the Sunshine State's other high-profile animal, the alligator, ...

Florida Gulf coast beaches are expected to see pleasant weather conditions this weekend. Satellite imagery and water samples indicate that red tide is not currently affecting most beaches. Visitors ...