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Saturday, October 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • 87 local veterans flew from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport to Washington, D.C. to visit memorial sites and honor their service—Southwest Florida Honor Flight provided the free trip that included the most female veterans ever on an honor flight.  Bay News 9

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Bradenton officials said small toys, mop heads, gloves and rags were flushed down toilets and caused blockages and system breaks—leading to costly repairs and possible wastewater spills. Mayor Gene Brown urged residents to avoid flushing items that can clog the system and add to taxpayer expenses.  FOX 13 Tampa Bay
  • Manatee County warns drivers that traffic will slow as roundabout construction starts Oct 24 at the intersection of Cortez Road and 75th Street West — signs and barrels will mark lane shifts though no full closures are planned.  ABC7

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Healthy Kids Running Series Fall 2025

    3:30-4:30 p.m. — Tom Bennett Park — Cost varies — A fun-filled five-week running program for kids aged Pre-K through 8th grade.

    Sun, 10/19/25

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  • Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

    10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Ananda Farm — Cost not specified — Experience the soulful sounds of Maine's own blues multi-instrumentalist.

    Sat, 10/25/25

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  • Zack Pomerleau Blues Performance

    10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Ananda Farm — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of Zack Pomerleau with classic blues and original performances.

    Sun, 10/26/25

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  • PIP at Downtown Central Library

    9:45-10:45 a.m. — Downtown Central Library — Free entry — Engage in some quality playtime with your child in this educational and fun drop-in group for families.

    Tue, 10/28/25

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  • Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

    5:30-9:30 p.m. — Mean Deans Local Kitchen — Check for entry fee — Enjoy the soulful sounds of a Maine born multi-instrumentalist blues musician performing classic blues and originals.

    Thu, 10/30/25

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  • A Night of Worship with Lizzie Morgan

    7-9:30 p.m. — Christian Retreat Conference Center — Free admission — Experience an unforgettable evening of worship and praise with Lizzie Morgan.

    Fri, 10/31/25

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  • Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

    5-9 p.m. — Swordfish Grill — Free entry — Experience the blues with a Maine native multi-instrumentalist at a local favorite venue.

    Sat, 11/1/25

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  • Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

    5-9 p.m. — Cortez Kitchen — Check for cover charge — Experience the soulful sounds of Zach Pomerleau, a talented blues musician, performing classic and original tunes.

    Mon, 11/3/25

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  • The SBCA Open Golf Tournament

    8 AM – 4 PM — Heritage Harbour Golf Club — Proceeds benefit local charities — Hit the greens with industry friends and challenge your golfing skills at this par-71 course.

    Wed, 11/5/25

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  • Kaleb Woods Live Performance

    7-11 p.m. — Freckled Fin Irish Pub — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of award-winning music blending reggae, '90s hits, and country vibes.

    Thu, 11/6/25

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