Good morning, Bradenton.

Mixon Farms became Manatee County property yesterday when Janet and Dean Mixon handed over the key after 85 years of family history—county officials approved the $13.5M purchase and plan to add a library, playground and community garden to honor the land’s farming legacy.

On Thursday, IMG Academy honored its first Hall of Fame class by inducting tennis stars Maria Sharapova and Kei Nishikori, baseball great John Ryan Murphy, golf star Paula Creamer and longtime leader Chip McCarthy; Murphy, a Suncoast native who caught the final out of Mariano Rivera’s Hall of Fame career, spoke with current student-athletes while McCarthy received a lifetime achievement award — he has guided the academy since 1991.

The Pittsburgh Pirates announced that 19-year-old Konnor Griffin, who started his season with the Bradenton Marauders, has earned two awards (Honus Wagner Player of the Year and Bill Mazeroski Defender of the Year) for his play in the minor leagues.

He trains six days a week at Pirate City and is expected to work toward a major league call-up in 2026.

Zack Pomerleau Live Concert

5-9 p.m. — Cortez Kitchen — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of Maine-born blues musician Zack Pomerleau performing classic and original tracks.

Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

7-11 p.m. — Good Liquid Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a night of classic blues and originals from multi-instrumentalist Zack Pomerleau.

Blues Performance by Zack Pomerleau

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Ananda Farm — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of a Maine-born multi-instrumentalist blues musician performing classics and originals.

Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Cortez Kitchen — Free entry — Enjoy a night of classic blues and original tunes from the talented multi-instrumentalist Zack Pomerleau.

Repticon Bradenton 2025

9 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Bradenton Area Convention Center — Check for ticket prices — Discover a world of reptiles and exotic pets with vendors and exhibitors from the industry.

Zack Pomerleau Blues Performance

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Ananda Farm — Check venue for ticket prices — Experience the dynamic sounds of Maine-born blues musician Zack Pomerleau at this vibrant outdoor event.

Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Harry's Grill — No cover charge — Experience soulful blues by multi-instrumentalist Zack Pomerleau in a vibrant setting.

2025 Florida Turkey Trot

8 AM – 2 PM — Nathan Benderson Park — $23.14+ — Enjoy a fun 5K run/walk with family-friendly activities and post-race treats.

Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. — Bradenton Public Market — Free entry — Enjoy the soulful sounds of blues from Maine's own multi-instrumentalist.

Zack Pomerleau Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Cortez Kitchen — Ticket prices not listed — Experience the soulful sounds of Maine's blues musician Zack Pomerleau in an evening of classic blues and originals.