Good morning, Bradenton.

The local farmers market released its forecast for today (detailing vendor participation and seasonal produce) to help shoppers plan their visit.

On May 29 the School Board approved retirements and set a contract for Interim Superintendent Mr. Chapman (with a monthly salary of $19,500) while also discussing a rushed plan for a new Superintendent search.

Board members reviewed consultant proposals and established a tentative timeline that begins with posting the job on June 2 and leads to interviews in late June before a final decision in mid-July.

Bradenton City Councilman Josh Cramer was selected by Mayor Gene Brown to succeed retiring Police Chief Melanie Bevan and will be sworn in as chief on July 8.

His new appointment creates a vacancy on Ward 3 that council members will fill—officials plan a vote soon—.

Last week, Manatee County Commissioners held their first public hearing on collecting full impact fees from developers after a decade and a half of steep discounts—billionaire developer Pat Neal, who built over 25,000 homes and has long opposed these fees, warned the move may trigger legal challenges. The debate continues as officials work to update fee structures for better funding local infrastructure.

Manatee County Sheriff’s Deputy Kristopher Townsley retired after 27 years of service and was honored on Friday with a retirement gift from his department; he joined the force in 1998 after serving with the Bradenton Police Department (he was active in the International Association of Bomb Technicians and Investigators).

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.

The Value of Trees

11 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Palma Sola Botanical Park — $5 — Discover the substantial benefits trees provide to our ecosystem and community.

Desoto Tiger Live Performance

7 PM - 1 AM — Gateway Live — Ticketed event — Experience the energetic rock sound of Desoto Tiger, rising stars of the music scene.