Good morning, Bradenton.

The Florida Highway Patrol said an upside-down Jeep blocked three lanes on University Parkway near the I-75 overpass, injuring at least one person and backing up traffic nearly two miles with delays of 12 to 15 minutes.

Bradenton Police asked the public for help in finding a man who stole a customer's electric bike on June 16 from Family Dollar on Manatee Avenue—video shows he rode up on his bicycle then left on the stolen bike—and the suspect remains at large.

Manatee County has set new rules at Anna Maria Island beach that ban digging holes deeper than one foot, disallow the use of steel shovels, and require holes to be filled to protect sea turtles.

Longtime beach resident Mark Taylor said signs will be posted to inform visitors and that nearby towns like Holmes Beach and Bradenton Beach will adopt similar measures (after some holes dug during spring break proved dangerously large).

Governor Ron DeSantis signed a law that eases restrictions on Gulf Coast beach access by allowing walking, fishing, sunbathing and swimming on areas once controlled by lengthy local processes—this change also streamlines efforts to restore eroded beaches in smaller counties.

Local officials say the measure increases public access without taking private property.

Manatee County EMS was honored by the American Heart Association yesterday for its work in providing fast, research-based care to heart attack and stroke patients.

The award gives EMS special recognition for procedures that help patients get treatment up to an hour sooner than by car—underscoring its life-saving role in the community.

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.

Tampa/Bradenton Speed Dating for Singles Age 25-42

7-9 p.m. — Motorworks Brewing — Tickets required — An engaging evening of speed dating to meet local singles and spark connections.

Jupiter Hammerheads vs. Bradenton Marauders

7:59-10:59 p.m. — LECOM Park — Tickets available — Experience the excitement of minor league baseball with a thrilling matchup between the Jupiter Hammerheads and Bradenton Marauders.

Dunedin Blue Jays vs. Bradenton Marauders

1-4 p.m. — LECOM Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch a thrilling baseball matchup between the Dunedin Blue Jays and Bradenton Marauders.