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Bradenton
Thursday, May 7th, 2026
Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 7th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Wednesday, May 6, local Habitat for Humanity helped a Bradenton woman secure a safe home (after a long search) with affordable housing assistance. ABC7
- ➤ County commissioners unanimously voted to rename a section of King Middle School Park after legendary tennis coach Nick Bollettieri (whose academy trained top tennis stars) and will send a letter to the school district to finalize the change soon. ABC7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A local business is searching for a new location (its search began on May 6) and will soon choose a site that meets its expansion needs in Bradenton. ABC7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Suncoast residents are preparing for hurricane season as officials issued new emergency guidelines on May 6 — urging communities, including Bradenton, to update supplies and review safety plans. The advisory aims to help everyone stay ready for potential storms. ABC7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Manatee County launched its Home Recovery Program to support residents rebuilding storm-damaged homes from hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton — with a $252.7 million investment for repairs and reconstruction; pre-applications are accepted now and full applications will open June 1. ABC7
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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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Mother's Day Brunch Buffet
10 AM-3 PM — PIER 22 — Adults: $70+ | Kids: $25++ — Delight in a waterfront brunch with an abundant buffet of seasonal favorites and chef-attended stations.
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Bradenton Marauders Faith & Family Night
6:30-9:30 p.m. — LECOM Park — Prices Vary — Experience a fair-themed atmosphere with games, activities, and church performance opportunities during the game.
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Lies, Spells & Old Wives' Tales
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a brand new world-premiere musical comedy closing the 'Soul Of A People' theatre season.
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The Wandering Hours Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — The Bay Park — Free entry — Experience the unique sounds of Americana with stellar string picking from The Wandering Hours.
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The Royz Band LIVE at Mattison's Riverwalk Grille
5-9 p.m. — Mattison's Riverwalk — Reservations recommended — Enjoy outdoor dining and live music from The Royz Band.
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RJ Howson Music Showcase
7-11 p.m. — The O Bar — Check for admission details — Enjoy a night of live music with singer-songwriter RJ Howson and his friends.
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RJ Howson, Mike Kach and Friends Concert
4-8 p.m. — Stottlemyer's Smokehouse — Admission details not specified — Enjoy an evening of live music with RJ Howson and friends at a local venue.
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Lakewood Ranch Rockstar Connect Networking Event
6-8 p.m. — Ed's Tavern Lakewood Ranch — Free entry — Connect with the community and build authentic relationships over laughs and stories.
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Justin Layman Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Craftails Speakeasy — Ticket info not provided — Enjoy an evening of folk and rock melodies from Florida's own singer-songwriter.
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