Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of July.
Good morning, Bradenton.
📰 Economy
Suncoast Waterkeeper and Tampa Bay Waterkeeper are offering relief grants of up to $1,000 to fishing professionals who lost income from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Charter captains and guides in the Tampa Bay or Suncoast region must apply by August 2 and grant recipients will be announced on August 15 — funding comes from IGFA’s Worldwide Anglers Relief Fund.
🎓 Education
On Tuesday, the School Board of Manatee County selected four semi-finalists—Dr. Laurie Breslin, David W.
Adams, Dr. Misty Mathis, and Luis B. Solano—to advance the district's search for a new superintendent. The board will complete background checks and launch a community survey before interviewing finalists on August 18—19, with a final decision set for August 26.
Manatee County School Board picked four semi-finalists—Dr. Laurie Breslin, David W.
Adams, Dr. Misty Mathis, and Luis B. Solano—to lead the search for a new superintendent after Dr. Jason Wysong was terminated, and will start final background checks. The board will hold finalist interviews on Aug. 12 and Aug. 18—19, host a community engagement event on Aug. 19, choose a new superintendent on Aug. 26, and approve the final contract on Sept. 9.
🎉 Bradenton Events
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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.
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.
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.
Steve Arvey Blues Brunch
12-3 p.m. — Mattison's Riverwalk — Check for entry cost — Experience the soulful blend of traditional blues and modern Americana from renowned artist Steve Arvey.
The Cosmic Recipe for Life
6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature — $10/$3 for Members — Explore the science of life's resilience in extreme environments and the search for extraterrestrial life.
Back to the 90’s Decade Reunion
6 PM – 1 AM — 13th AV Dream Center — Tickets available — Celebrate the nostalgia of the 90’s with music, fashion, and memories.
Repticon Bradenton - August 2025
9 AM – 4 PM — Bradenton Area Convention Center — Entry fees may apply — Explore a unique trade show dedicated to reptiles, exotic pets, and related supplies.
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