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Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Memorial Day weekend in the Bay area will honor veterans with parades, commemorations, festivals & races held from May 23 to May 30, while Bradenton will host its Annual Memorial Day Service on May 26 at 9:00 a.m. at Don Courtney Veterans' Monuments Park to pay tribute to those who served.  Bay News 9

CRIME NEWS

  • On Thursday at 2:30 a.m., police in Manatee County chased 27-year-old Brendarius Pittman after he stole a Kia Sorento, drove over spike strips, and crashed into a retention pond near the Sarasota-Bradenton airport—he was later arrested on charges of grand theft auto, driving with a suspended license, fleeing to elude, and possession of marijuana.  WFLA
  • Bradenton Police arrested 16-year-old Tremaine Brooks on May 23 after he robbed a taxi driver at gunpoint in the 500 block of Martin Luther King Avenue West—he was identified as 'Bob' from a photo lineup after a WhatsApp ride request from Palmeto—and he now faces charges of armed robbery with a firearm, juvenile in possession of a firearm, violation of probation and violation of a risk protection order.  FOX 13 Tampa Bay
  • A 16-year-old boy was arrested Thursday for holding a taxi driver at gunpoint in the 500 block of Martin Luther King Ave W—he was identified from a photo lineup after requesting a ride on WhatsApp and now faces charges including armed robbery with a firearm.  ABC7

CULTURE NEWS

  • The Florida Holocaust Museum, closed for nearly a year, will reopen this September with new security measures—added after a shooting outside a DC Jewish museum left two embassy staff members dead. Officials say the upgrades help protect visitors as anti-Semitic attacks rise.  FOX 13 Tampa Bay

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Gold Star families and friends gathered in downtown Bradenton (Friday) to celebrate the opening of a new kiosk honoring fallen soldiers; county commissioners plan a veterans memorial on Buckeye Road (to honor over 40,000 local veterans).  ABC7

EVENTS

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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.

    Mon, 5/26/25

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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.

    Fri, 5/30/25

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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!

    Sat, 5/31/25

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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.

    Sun, 6/1/25

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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.

    Tue, 6/3/25

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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.

    Thu, 6/5/25

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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.

    Wed, 6/11/25

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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.

    Thu, 6/12/25

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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.

    Fri, 6/13/25

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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.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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