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Thursday, February 26th, 2026

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Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of February.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Emergency responders rescued individuals from a damaged sailboat at a local marina yesterday amid rough seas & high winds.  ABC7

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Breeze Airways announced new nonstop flights from Tampa International Airport that will begin this summer; service to Fort Lauderdale will run 13 times weekly starting July 1, flights to Atlantic City will operate on Wednesdays and Saturdays from July 1, and flights to Columbus will run on Mondays and Fridays from July 3 (announced Feb. 25).  FOX 13 Tampa Bay

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A panhandling pelican wandered into a Publix at Manatee Beach looking for handouts and was captured by Wildlife Inc. in Bradenton Beach. The rehab center warned that feeding pelicans is illegal (which can affect their survival).  ABC7

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Friends and colleagues remember Commissioner Carol Ann Felts, who passed away unexpectedly and left a mark on local environmental and tourism policy. Manatee County officials announced her death, and commissioners will honor her at a meeting on Tuesday (Mar. 3); Governor DeSantis will appoint a replacement.  ABC7

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 2/28/26

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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.

    Fri, 3/6/26

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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.

    Sat, 3/7/26

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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.

    Thu, 3/12/26

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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.

    Sat, 3/14/26

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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.

    Sun, 3/15/26

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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.

    Tue, 3/17/26

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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.

    Wed, 3/18/26

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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.

    Thu, 3/19/26

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  • E.H. McLin Pool Youth Activity

    12:30-4:30 p.m. — Lake Vista Recreation Center — Admission included — A fun-filled afternoon of swimming activities for kids aged 5-11.

    Fri, 3/20/26

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