Major and possibly record breaking flooding will continue through the weekend as rainfall from Hurricane Ian drains through the Myakka and Peace River drainage basins, with major implications for ...

This Florida state park near Sarasota offers scenic trails, wildlife, and peaceful views, making it the perfect April escape.

MYAKKA CITY, Fla., Jan. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly 500 acres of privately owned land along the Myakka River have been set aside for environmental conservation, wildlife protection, and low-impact ...

Conservationists are celebrating the protection of 13 acres of land along the Myakka River in east Manatee County. Manatee County commissioners approved the land’s purchase over the summer with ...

The Myakka River flood warning area issued by the National Weather Service now includes portions of North Port and Warm Mineral Springs, but when the river crested at 7:30 a.m. Friday, the high water ...

The Myakka River is one of three rivers in Florida with the “wild and scenic” designation. Myakka River State Park, just a few miles east of Sarasota, boasts 12 miles of the river within its borders.

Following on the heels of the damage wrought by Hurricane Debby, parts of the Myakka River are expected to see elevated flood levels between Thursday, Aug. 8, and Saturday, Aug. 10. As a result, the ...

SARASOTA COUNTY, Fla. — Residents in North Port's Harbor Cove mobile home park community got some help clearing out Hurricane Ian debris still left behind long after the storm on Monday. The help did ...

Roaming the sprawling Myakka River State Park means potentially going miles without seeing another person. But the desire for peace and quiet away from the hustle and bustle of Sarasota or Bradenton ...

A portion of the Myakka River may become the third in the state to receive federal protections under the National Wild and Scenic Rivers System. Senator Rick Scott filed a bill Tuesday to instill ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Conservationists are celebrating the protection of 13 acres of land along the Myakka River in East Manatee County. Manatee County ...

The MarketWatch News Department was not involved in the creation of this content. MYAKKA CITY, Fla., Jan. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly 500 acres of privately owned land along the Myakka River have ...