Sunday, May 4th, 2025

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Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 4th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ VFW members spent Saturday cleaning up Historic Palma Sola Cemetery in Bradenton by removing debris and placing flags at veterans' graves to improve the site for Memorial Day. They are asking local donors to contribute grass seed to help replant areas damaged by last season's storms. ABC7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 25-year-old man riding a Kawasaki Ninja died in a crash on I-75 near the US 301 off-ramp on May 3—Florida Highway Patrol officials confirmed he was wearing a helmet. ABC7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lisa spent over 25 years leading a top event band in NJ and opening for acts like KC and The Sunshine Band—she now brings her music to Island Time Bar & Grill on Anna Maria Island’s Bridge Street. The retired corporate worker from Sarasota loves tennis and dog beach visits while enjoying a relaxed, tropical music setting. The Bradenton Times
- ➤ Soul Circus Cowboys, a Florida band known for its gasoline-drenched southern rock, will perform at Woody's River Roo on Saturday, May 10 at 7:00 PM — 11:00 PM. There is no cover charge for the concert. The Bradenton Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the Manatee County School Board meeting on April 29, the board accepted fifth-grade teacher Jarrett Williams’s resignation after a concerning letter he sent to a student led to an investigation, which removed him from contact plus flagged his file for future review. Public comments raised concerns over student safety and equal school funding while board members also recognized local student achievements and discussed policy changes. The Bradenton Times
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Downtown Lakewood Ranch Classic Car Show
5-8 p.m. — Ed's Tavern Lakewood Ranch — $10 per vehicle — Bring your ride or enjoy a family-friendly night of classic cars, food, music, and prizes.
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Lakeland Flying Tigers vs. Bradenton Marauders
6:30-11:59 p.m. — LECOM Park — Check event website for ticket prices — Feel the thrill as the Lakeland Flying Tigers take on the Bradenton Marauders in this exciting baseball matchup.
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Doubles Troubles Pickleball Tournament
May 10-11 — G T Bray Recreation Center — Entry fee required — Compete in a thrilling pickleball showdown with fellow enthusiasts.
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Tampa Bradenton Speed Dating for Singles Age 25-42
7-9 p.m. — Motorworks Brewing — Ticket purchase required — Experience a modern way to meet potential matches in a lively setting.
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Sunday Brunch at the Grove
11 a.m. — GROVE — Reservations required — Enjoy a delightful outdoor brunch with friends at a top-notch dining destination.
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Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Bradenton
12-9 p.m. — Bradenton Downtown — Ticketed — Embark on a thrilling scavenger hunt exploring the charming sights and hidden gems of Bradenton.
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Lakeland Flying Tigers vs. Bradenton Marauders
6:30-10:30 p.m. — LECOM Park — Lowest Price Guaranteed — Enjoy a thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup featuring the Lakeland Flying Tigers taking on the Bradenton Marauders.
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Lakeland Flying Tigers vs. Bradenton Marauders
6:30-10:30 p.m. — LECOM Park — Tickets starting at $26 — Catch an exciting Minor League Baseball showdown in Bradenton!
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Grand Opening Party at La Locanda di Diego
Evening — Mote Ranch Homeowners Association — Drink specials all night — Celebrate the launch with good music and great company.
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Virtual Tour of Woodlands Village
9 AM - 7 PM — Woodlands Village Senior Living Community — Free entry — Explore this award-winning senior living community and enjoy a glimpse of its exceptional services and lifestyle.
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