Good morning, Bradenton.

Local nonprofit Our Next Mission has a two-bedroom, partially furnished unit available in Pescara Lake Mobile Home Park for veterans in need of safe housing.

The home will be ready for occupancy next week for honorably discharged veterans who pass background checks—partners include Manatee County Habitat for Humanity, Lakewood Ranch Rotary Club, and the mobile home park—supporting this local housing effort.

Officers responded at 10:37 p.m. on July 8 to a crash at the 4200 block of 59th Street West in Bradenton — a truck struck a motorcycle, killing one rider and sending another to the hospital.

Bradenton Police said a pickup truck collided with a motorcycle on 59th Street West Monday night at 10:37 p.m.+ the crash left one person dead and another hospitalized, prompting police to close the road between Cortez Road and 40th Avenue West during the investigation.

Families can register to attend the free Make It Take It series at the Manatee County Agricultural Museum in July—offering hands-on stations with activities on two time slots, 9:30-11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.—across July 16, 23, and 30; registration is required due to limited space.

After deadly flooding in Texas, Florida emergency officials warned on July 7 that river levels—like the Alafia cresting 23 feet after Hurricane Helene—could lead to dangerous conditions this hurricane season.

Hillsborough County urged residents to sign up for real-time flood alerts and avoid driving through flooded areas.

Bradenton welcomed its new police chief when Josh Cramer was sworn in at the Chips Shore Historical Courtroom this morning with family, friends, and colleagues present.

Cramer began his career in 1995 and served as assistant chief from 2016 until retiring in 2022—he will now lead the department following Chief Melanie Bevan's 39-year tenure.

Manatee County Veterans Services has partnered with Bay Area Legal Services to start free monthly legal clinics for veterans at its Bradenton office this month—offering guidance on civil issues like housing, benefits and family law in the conference room at 1401 3rd Ave W.

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.

Paint Your Pet Class

2-5 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $— Unleash your creativity while painting a portrait of your beloved pet in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.

Emo Night Karaoke

8 PM – 2 AM — Oscura Coffee & Cocktails — Free entry — Sing your heart out with a live band at this lively karaoke night.