Good morning, Bradenton.

Hope Pathways of Manatee County is helping residents rebuild after last year’s hurricane season by connecting them with community partners for contractor referrals, repair funding, and insurance support.

The group works at the Bayshore campus of Bayside Community Church and bridges gaps left by incomplete insurance claims—ensuring residents have safe, secure homes.

A Manatee County sheriff’s deputy crashed with a motorcycle on 44th Avenue East in Bradenton just after 6:15 a.m. Thursday, causing the rider—who suffered serious injuries—to be taken to a local hospital.

Manatee County School District sent off bus drivers before sunrise on Thursday at the Matzke Support Center in Bradenton as board members and administrators—Interim Superintendent Kevin Chapman included—cheered them on for their final school routes.

The district is now preparing for summer school, budget planning, and opening two new schools amid a rezoning process.

The Bradenton Police Department chose longtime officer Josh Cramer as its new police chief and he will be sworn in on July 8.

Former Chief Melanie Bevan retires after nine years while Cramer brings nearly 30 years of service (including 27 years on the force and city council experience) to lead the department.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Bar Bingo Night

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

Tampa Tarpons at Bradenton Marauders

6:30-8:30 p.m. — LECOM Park — Ticket prices vary — Watch the Tampa Tarpons take on the Bradenton Marauders in an exciting baseball showdown.