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Friday, July 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Bradenton Police Department arrested suspected drug trafficker Olvin Gutierrez Ponce during a search warrant at his home and seized three guns, one reportedly stolen, as part of a drug trafficking investigation that has removed 34 firearms from the streets this year & 87 since mid-2024. ABC7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bradenton’s 1887 church at Manatee Village Historical Park was added to Florida’s 11 to Save list by the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation to raise awareness of needed repairs. The church, which served the first Christian congregation south of Tampa and was built from 1887 to 1889, needs a new roof and stabilization — a key goal for Friends of Manatee Village. ABC7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Manatee County Government is accepting applications for the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee to help advise on affordable housing policies for working families, seniors and essential workers. The committee will fill three seats (one for a nonprofit provider, one for a planning agency member, and one for essential services personnel) with meetings on select Mondays (3–5 p.m.) at 1112 Manatee Avenue West in Bradenton and applications close on August 1. Manatee County
- ➤ Manatee County Government is now accepting applications for the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee—a citizen-led board that will advise on policies to support working families, seniors and essential workers. Three seats with terms through December 31 are open and interested residents must apply by August 1; meetings will be held on select Mondays from 3 to 5 p.m. at the county administration building in Bradenton. The Bradenton Times
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Lakewood Ranch resident recalled how he nearly died from flesh-eating bacteria 13 years ago after cutting his toe on a barnacle—he underwent several surgeries to save his legs. Doctors now warn that anyone with cuts who enters brackish water should seek treatment immediately—11 cases have been reported recently along with one death. ABC7
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Anesthesia-Free Dental Services for Pets
Call to schedule your appointment — Holistic For Pets — Cost varies — Experience a stress-free dental care solution for your furry companions.
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Literary Feast at Green Zebra Cafe
7-9 p.m. — GREEN ZEBRA CAFE — Free entry — Dive into inspiring books and engage in lively discussions over delicious food.
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