Sunday, April 12th, 2026
Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 12th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local farmers market vendors will feature fresh produce and artisanal goods on Saturday; the forecast expects a busy day as shoppers support local agriculture (event boards may post updated times). ABC7
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the April 7 meeting, observed by the League of Women Voters, the Manatee School Board approved all consent items and honored late Coach Eddie Shannon (who passed April 3) while discussing FSBA membership and JROTC updates. The Bradenton Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal officials conducted a planned controlled burn covering 4,700 acres at Avon Park Air Force Range today that sent smoke into parts of the Suncoast and near the coast. Highlands County remains under a residential burn ban through May 5 (due to extreme drought conditions). ABC7
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Senior PGA Championship
8 a.m. — The Concession Golf Club — Check website for ticket info — Experience the thrill of major championship golf on Florida’s West Coast.
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City of Sarasota Tree Giveaway
10 AM – 2 PM — The Bay Park — Free canopy tree — Celebrate good environmental practices and take home a free tree.
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Mark Solo Acoustic Evening
7-11 p.m. — Freckled Fin Irish Pub — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic classics from the 70s and 80s with a soulful twist by Mark Solo.
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Yates McKendree Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Cottonmouth Southern Soul Kitchen — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Grammy-winning talent of Yates McKendree in a soulful evening of music.
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Acoustic Thunder Live
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Freckled Fin Irish Pub — Free entry — Dance the night away with high-energy music and all-request tunes from Acoustic Thunder.
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MindTravel Live Piano Event
5-7 p.m. — Siesta Beach — Free entry — Immerse yourself in a live piano journey guided by renowned composer Murray Hidary as the sun sets over the ocean.
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Pizza and Karaoke with Cantor Taibel
6-7 p.m. — Demetrios Pizza & Grill — Price not specified — Enjoy an evening of pizza, karaoke, and casual conversation.
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Finish Line Racing Multi-Sport Events
7-10 AM — Fort De Soto Park — Enjoy a vibrant post-party with food and free beer at this multi-sport race event.
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NoFilter Concert
6:30-10:30 p.m. — The Green at UTC — Free entry — Dance the night away with high-energy hits from various decades and genres.
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Almost Eagles Concert
7-10 p.m. — Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall — Tickets available — Experience a night with Almost Eagles and enjoy classic tunes in a beautiful venue.
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