Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 10th of February.
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🌲 Environment
Crews are dredging Phillippi Creek to reduce sediment buildup and improve water flow in the area.
The work will continue into the coming days to complete the planned improvements.
🏛️ Government
Manatee County offices will close Monday, Feb.
16 for Presidents’ Day and trash, recycling and yard waste collections in unincorporated areas will be postponed one day with regular service resuming Feb. 23. Public libraries will be closed on Monday and reopen Tuesday, Feb. 17 while transit services and parks remain open.
🏈 Sports
The Pittsburgh Pirates begin their 58th spring training season in Bradenton on Wednesday, bringing an expected $40 — $45 million boost to the local economy.
Their first home game is against the Tampa Bay Rays on Feb. 22 at LECOM Park.
Girls flag football season kicked off on Monday, Feb.
9 at AdventHealth Training Center as over 3,000 athletes from local squads, including teams from Alonso, Brandon, Manatee, Robinson and Plant, competed in the eighth annual Preseason Classic. The tournament runs through Saturday, Feb. 15 and follows the NCAA's new flag football designation to boost youth sports.
🎉 Bradenton Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Michael Palascak Live Comedy Night
8-11 p.m. — Oscura Live — $20-30 — Enjoy the sharp wit and likable charm of comedian Michael Palascak with special guest Wes Johnson.
SuperHeroes Run 5K/10K/13.1
7:30 AM — Riverwalk — Registration fees vary — Celebrate your inner superhero with a fun run for all ages and paces.
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