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Saturday, June 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Meals on Wheels Plus is fighting hunger by giving away over 135k free meals to families in Manatee County over the summer. Families can pick up food bags at four sites including a Bradenton location every Friday until August 1. ABC7
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Bradenton Police are asking for help to find a suspect who stole an e-bike from a Publix on State Road 64 on June 1 — the suspect is described as about 6 feet 1 inch tall and 205 pounds and the bike is gray with an orange and black phone holder and black saddle bags. ABC7
- ➤ Manatee County Sheriff's Office is asking for help in finding 19-year-old Carlos Morales (who has mental limitations) as he was last seen on June 5 in the 21100 block of 61st Avenue East in Bradenton wearing a black long-sleeve shirt, blue jeans, brown boots and carrying a green backpack. ABC7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bradenton's Manatee Players announced its upcoming 2025/26 season on June 6 with main stage shows including Prince of Egypt starting Aug 21, Hello, Dolly! beginning Oct 23, and Frozen opening Dec 4, and the studio season will feature Gutenberg! The Musical, Misery, Terms of Endearment, The Cemetery Club, and And Then There Were None running until May. Subscriptions are on sale and interested patrons can call 941-748-5875 for more details. The Bradenton Times
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers from Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch reported that sea turtle nesting is increasing and the island is close to breaking last year's record — 61 nests were seen this week, including the first green turtle nest of the season. Some turtles have chosen nesting spots farther inland — a shift that may protect nests from heavy surf but can challenge hatchlings reaching the water. ABC7
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ An investigation by Suncoast Searchlight showed that many homeowners in special districts paid more each year in fees for roads, sewers, and clubhouses than in taxes for city services — hidden costs that add up over many years. The study looked at over 300 homes in Sarasota, Manatee, and DeSoto counties and raised concerns about long-term financial pressures from these bonds. The Bradenton Times
SHOP NEWS
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Bar Bingo Night
Time TBA — Braden River Plaza — Free to play — Enjoy prizes and fun at this exciting bingo night.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Karaoke Night with Andre
9 PM – 1 AM — Clancy's Sports Bar & Grill — Special drink deals available — Showcase your vocal talent amidst a friendly karaoke atmosphere.
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Fastpitch United Boombah All-American Games - 2027 Division
Jul 7 – Jul 10 — Bradenton, FL — Registration fee applies — Watch the top ranked amateurs of the 2027 class compete at the All-American games on the stunning Gulf Coast.
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