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Sunday, May 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bradenton started as a small riverside town that grew when 59 residents voted for incorporation on May 19, 1903—marking its start as a hub for citrus and steamship trade. The city will celebrate its 122nd birthday tomorrow while recalling a name change from Braidentown caused by a clerical error and a later merge with Manatee. The Bradenton Times
- ➤ A local fire station hosted an open house event —a program that aimed to clarify public service careers— and provided residents with a close look at the daily work of firefighters. ABC7
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ FITE for Your Write, a Manatee County program, offers classes to help people with Parkinson’s regain strength for writing. An Intro to Micrographia event will be held May 28 from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Westminster Communities in Bradenton. Bay News 9
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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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Visitor’s Day at Joni and Friends Family Retreat
6-9 p.m. — Christian Retreat Conference Center — Registration required — Experience real-time disability ministry and enjoy a Talent Show on-site.
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Jupiter Hammerheads vs. Bradenton Marauders
11 AM - 1 PM — LECOM Park — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling match between local baseball teams as summer heats up.
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Jupiter Hammerheads vs. Bradenton Marauders
6:30-8:30 p.m. — LECOM Park — Tickets required — Enjoy an exciting evening of minor league baseball in Bradenton.
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Jupiter Hammerheads vs. Bradenton Marauders
6:30-10:30 p.m. — LECOM Park — Tickets required — Enjoy an exciting Minor League baseball matchup in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Jam Pony Live Performance
8 p.m. — The Touch of Class — Free entry — Experience an electrifying night with live performances from SLIC VIC, LOC COOL JOC, DOC D, SPORTY ROME, and DJ BIG DAWG.
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