Manatee County commissioners voted have an ordinance drafted to end a requirement that its water supply be treated with fluoride.

From pirates to luxury resorts, discover the fascinating facts behind Longboat Key's unique history as it approaches its 70th ...

Fluoride is not classified as a carcinogen, according to the American Cancer Society. While studies have found adverse neurological effects of fluoride at high levels, there is no clear evidence that ...

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature announced that on Tuesday, Jan. 28, three male manatees were released back to the ...

Manatee Lagoon – An FPL Eco-Discovery Center in Riviera Beach will host its ninth annual ManateeFest February 1 from 9 a.m.

In Buffalo, New York, city officials recently brought fluoride back online following a class action lawsuit from residents. The suit was filed after an investigative reporter found that the city had ...

FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports on leaders in Manatee and Pinellas County's ongoing plans to meet with community members to ...

Armored catfish are driving manatees out of their warm-water refuges, putting their health at risk. Here’s why it’s happening ...

The topic is on the agenda for Tuesday's meeting. If commissioners vote to follow the guidance of Florida's surgeon general, ...

Manatee County Commissioner Bob McCann made it clear during his campaign last year for a District 5 seat on the commission that he would be representing those who wanted to slow development. District ...

Now’s the best time to see manatees up-close in Southwest Florida. And one of the best places for sea cow viewing is Manatee ...

After leading Lincoln to a football state title, Yusuf Shakir left to pursue other opportunities that included stops at ...