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Friday, February 20th, 2026
Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 20th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, following spring training, Pirates volunteered at the Miracle League Fantasy Camp at Manasota Field in Longwood Run Park (Sarasota) where they hosted baseball challenges for children and adults with special needs, paving the way for the spring season starting Feb. 28. The Bradenton Times
- ➤ The Bradenton Area River Regatta returns Friday evening and Saturday with supercharged Formula 1 powerboat races & a drone light show featuring fireworks along the Manatee River and live musical acts at Rossi Park, while hallmarks include a 5K run/walk and stunt dog shows with planned local road closures. The Bradenton Times
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Pops Orchestra of Bradenton and Sarasota will put on Elton! from March 21 to 23 with Greg Bickley playing Elton John—audiences will enjoy iconic hits and full orchestral sound at SCF Neel and Riverview Performing Arts Centers. The Bradenton Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildlife officials released rehabilitated manatees back into the wild along nearby waterways on Feb. 19; experts said the animals (tagged for tracking) will be monitored to ensure a safe reintegration into their natural habitat. ABC7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Manatee County Emergency Management hosts coffee chat sessions on hurricane preparedness today from 9-11 a.m. to help residents check evacuation levels, review supplies, and update plans amid upcoming severe weather. ABC7
- ➤ Sen. Jim Boyd filed an amendment on Wednesday to a coastal resiliency bill that bans dredging in the Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve, an area eyed for a new cruise terminal. The measure from his district, covering Manatee & Hillsborough counties, will be reviewed in Tallahassee. FOX 13 Tampa Bay
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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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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.
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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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Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Atlanta Braves
2:05 – 9:05 PM — LECOM Park — Free trial available — Catch the Atlanta Braves take on the Pittsburgh Pirates live at LECOM Park in Florida.
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Paws in Motion Walk-a-thon & Festival
9 AM – 1 PM — Riverwalk — Registration fees apply — Enjoy a fun-filled day of pet-friendly activities with a leisurely walk and festival atmosphere.
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Sunday Night with Eddie Tobin
6 p.m. — Amore Restaurant — Enjoy a night of music featuring jazz, blues, and more by Eddie Tobin, former music director for Engelbert Humperdinck.
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Skyzone Teen Jump Session
1-4:30 p.m. — Lake Vista Recreation Center — Admission required — Experience 90 minutes of unlimited jumping fun tailored for teens aged 11-14.
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Spring Training: Detroit Tigers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates
2:05-6:35 p.m. — LECOM Park — Ticket prices vary — Check out an exciting spring training matchup as the Tigers take on the Pirates.
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Veterans Task Force Meeting
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. — Goodwill Manasota Corporate Office — Free entry — Collaborate on new initiatives to support Veterans and their families.
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