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Bradenton
Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of February.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Doug Melcher worked overnight at his Myakka City farm to shield his blueberry and strawberry crops when temperatures dropped to 20°F last night (icicles helped insulate the produce), so he can look forward to a March u-pick season. FOX 13 Tampa Bay
- ➤ A meteor was seen near I-75 last night at about 9:30 p.m. in Bradenton, drawing local residents' attention to the natural sky event. ABC7
- ➤ Local officials issued an executive order to remove cold-stunned iguanas from public areas after a recent cold spell. The removal process will begin today (updates forthcoming). ABC7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Leagues of Women Voters from Sarasota and Manatee County will host a rally to defend democracy from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Feb. 14 at University Parkway and Cattleman Drive in Sarasota — expect an open invitation for all and non-partisan signs. The Bradenton Times
- ➤ An investigation details plans for a new cruise terminal on Rattlesnake Key near Port Manatee (with concerns about nature, money, and law-making steps behind the project). The report shows the plan is more complex than a simple change. The Bradenton Times
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bradenton native Christian Harrison won his first Grand Slam title at the 2026 Australian Open in Melbourne while partnering with Neal Skupski from Great Britain, clinching a tense tiebreak win over an Australian team. His older brother Ryan, serving as coach, was on hand as he shared a $900,000 prize. The Bradenton Times
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Makin' Waves Jewelry Class
6-8 p.m. — Motorworks Brewing — $44.00 — Create beach-inspired jewelry while enjoying coastal vibes in a fun workshop.
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Temps Tops Supremes and Smokey - A Motown Revue
2-3 p.m. — Manatee Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a vibrant Motown revue featuring soulful performances by The Soul Sensations.
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Motown Revue with The Soul Sensations
2-3 p.m. — Manatee Performing Arts Center — Book tickets now — Experience the unforgettable music of Motown's legends live on stage.
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28th Annual Thunder By The Bay Music & Motors Festival
5 PM – 5 PM — Sarasota Fairgrounds — Donations appreciated — Experience thrilling music acts and custom shows while supporting local charities.
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Run for Chocolate 5K/10K/13.1 Tampa
7:30-8:30 a.m. — Riverwalk — Registration required — Celebrate love and fitness with a delightful run adorned with chocolates and fun photo ops.
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70's Game Show Night
6-7 p.m. — Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection — Free entry — Enjoy a groovy, interactive improv game show that brings back retro favorites with all the fun and laughter.
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Keith Allynn and Carpenters Once More
2-3 p.m. — Manatee Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Enjoy the melodies of Keith Allynn paying tribute to the timeless Carpenters hits.
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Micro Wrestling Federation Event
7-9 p.m. — Sun Lab Brewing Company — Tickets required — Catch exciting wrestling action featuring Micro Too and a lineup of entertaining characters.
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Safety Jam at SCF Bradenton
10 AM – 2 PM — State College of Florida - SCF Bradenton — Free entry — Family-friendly event featuring health exhibits, food trucks, and live music.
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