Good morning, Bradenton.

The Gulf Islands Ferry will resume Wednesday service and run five days per week starting June 18, connecting downtown Bradenton's Riverwalk Pier with the Historic Bridge Street Pier on Anna Maria Island — the service will help ease traffic and reduce car emissions for summer visitors.

A nine-year-old Bradenton girl was injured in a shark attack on June 12—local officials are looking into her condition.

A 57-year-old Sarasota man died after his Nissan Versa left the road on U.S. 41 near SeaPort Manatee Wednesday night at about 8:25 p.m.—the car hit a stop sign, struck a concrete wall and overturned, and the crash is under investigation.

A Bradenton man is accused of robbing a Sarasota 7-Eleven at gunpoint early on June 10th + deputies arrested Denzel Alejandro Hernandez Cuevas during a traffic stop on June 12th.

Communities across Tampa Bay plan Juneteenth events to honor the end of slavery, with celebrations scheduled from today through June 28.

Various counties will host festivals, flag-raising ceremonies and art shows—bringing neighbors together to reflect on freedom and heritage.

The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office launched a website that lets residents file police reports for incidents in unincorporated areas—if an event happened in city limits, local agencies must be contacted—and all online reports will be reviewed for follow-up.

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.

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.

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.

St. Lucie Mets vs. Bradenton Marauders

5:30-8:30 p.m. — LECOM Park — Ticket prices vary — Watch the St. Lucie Mets take on the Bradenton Marauders in this exciting Minor League Baseball matchup.

St. Lucie Mets vs. Bradenton Marauders

12-2 p.m. — LECOM Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch exciting live baseball action as the St. Lucie Mets take on the Bradenton Marauders.