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Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local funeral homes and county officials secured damaged gravesites at Old Memphis Cemetery in Palmetto after vandalism, as a community cleanup is planned for today at 9 a.m. with approved funding for a new fence & camera monitoring to help protect the historic site. ABC Action News
- ➤ Family and friends will gather to celebrate Lauryn Marie Akey's life on May 30 at 10:30 a.m. at Grace Community Church (4080 Lakewood Ranch Blvd. N.) in Lakewood Ranch, where attendees are asked to wear bright, cheerful colors. ABC7
- ➤ Residents in Manatee and Sarasota counties will mark Memorial Day on Monday, May 25 with community events (including parades and ceremonies) that honor local veterans and celebrate service. Check local listings for further details. ABC7
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A golf cart and an SUV were destroyed in a fire near the Anna Maria Post Office on Friday, May 22 at 3:29 p.m. ABC7
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices reached a four-year high on Memorial Day weekend (national average hit $4.56 per gallon on May 21) while Bradenton drivers pay about $4.47 a gallon. AAA forecast future high prices due to rising holiday travel and reduced supply. ABC7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NOAA released its hurricane outlook (predicting 8 to 14 storms, including up to 6 hurricanes) and advised local residents to stay ready as El Nino and warm waters may boost storm severity. ABC7
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Tammy is a 6-year-old Staffordshire Bull Terrier available for adoption at Manatee County Animal Welfare in Bradenton and has been waiting for her forever home for the past two months; she loves cuddles, belly rubs and squeaky toys. ABC7
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lakewood Ranch native Gia Ciaccio, a Florida State University student, is set to join Marauders telecasts as a color commentator during 20 upcoming games at LECOM Park. She debuted on May 14 and will appear with play-by-play host Matthew Hargrove on May 28 at 6:30 p.m. The Bradenton Times
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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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Family Retreat Visitor’s Day
3-6 p.m. — Christian Retreat Conference Center — Free entry — Experience disability ministry in action and celebrate God-given talents at the Talent Show.
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The Bunny The Bear Live
7-10 p.m. — Oscura — Tickets starting at $20.22 — Enjoy a night of alternative rock featuring The Bunny The Bear and special guests.
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