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Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • Authorities are investigating an alleged kidnapping caught on video on May 28 at 11:12 a.m. EDT—no further details on the suspect or location have been released.  ABC7
  • Julian Jaramillo, 21, was booked after authorities say he kidnapped his ex-girlfriend on May 27 by using a tracking device to follow her from her Ruskin home to his Palmetto residence — officials report he stole her car keys, forced her into her vehicle, and she sustained minor injuries during the incident.  ABC7
  • A Palmetto man was arrested after allegedly placing a tracking device in his ex-girlfriend's car, forcing her into the trunk, & holding her at his home before he was booked and set for extradition to Hillsborough County as the investigation continues.  FOX 13 Tampa Bay

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Manatee County commissioners unanimously voted to purchase more than 13 acres to expand Pine Island Preserve to nearly 100 acres—using $40,000 from conservation tax funds to protect wildlife habitats near the mouth of the Braden River. This effort aims to secure natural resources and support local species like wood storks.  Bay News 9

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Bradenton City Council unanimously confirmed internal candidate Josh Cramer as the new police chief—he will be sworn in on July 8 at 9 a.m. at the Historic Courthouse and will replace Chief Melanie Bevan, who is set to retire later this month.  ABC7

HEALTH NEWS

  • Three mayors from Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater backed a new Tampa Bay Connections initiative aimed at reducing loneliness — a growing public health crisis for the region. They met at a 2 p.m. event on May 28 — and will form an advisory committee to plan further community mental health efforts.  FOX 13 Tampa Bay

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • Bar Bingo Night

    Time TBA — Braden River Plaza — Free to play — Enjoy prizes and fun at this exciting bingo night.

    Mon, 6/16/25

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