Wednesday, November 26th, 2025
Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 26th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bay Haven students walked to school to honor a local act of courage—this event brought together school members in a shared tribute to bravery. The walk celebrated a valued moment of community spirit and remembrance. ABC7
- ➤ The Bradenton Marauders organized a clean-up sweep of 27th Street near Pirate City and 17th Avenue by the ballpark—spending nearly 90 minutes picking up trash along the adopted streets. The team will also hold a toy drive on December 13 at 100 10th Street with its mascot Marty the Marauder attending later in the morning to support the community. The Bradenton Times
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Bradenton businesses have seen slow sales after a government shutdown and hope the Holiday Shop Crawl event—running until Dec. 15—will bring more customers and boost sales. Bay News 9
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Manatee County resident Allyn Hane, who runs Yard Mastery and the YouTube channel The Lawn Care Nut, is teaching Bradenton residents a simple water test to care for lawns during drought conditions—he places a tuna can in the sprinkler stream to check for half an inch of water while county officials note that current Phase 1 restrictions may tighten if the drought worsens. Bay News 9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school sophomore Ayah Ramirez was named ABC7 Athlete of the Week and is emerging as a leader for the girls’ soccer team that started the season 3-1. Coach Carlos Aragon said her energy is uniting the team—helping seniors like Vidalina Bartolon step up in games to come. ABC7
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Zack Pomerleau Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Harry's Grill — Check venue for entry — Experience Maine-born blues musician Zack Pomerleau showcasing classic blues and originals.
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Zack Pomerleau Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Pork Belly’s Eatery and Catering Co. — Cost not specified —Enjoy a night of classic blues and originals from multi-instrumentalist Zack Pomerleau.
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Sarasota Anime-Fest
10 AM – 5 PM — Sarasota Municipal Auditorium — $20 — A collector's paradise for anime fans in the heart of Sarasota, featuring diverse fandoms.
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Zack Pomerleau Live Performance
10 AM – 2 PM — Farmers' Market at Lakewood Ranch — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of a multi-instrumentalist blues musician from Maine.
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Blue Oyster Cult Concert
8-10:30 p.m. — The Center of Anna Maria Island — Starting at $75 — Enjoy a night of classic rock with Blue Öyster Cult under the stars.
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Home for the Holidays Concert
3:00-4:30 p.m. — SCF Neel Performing Arts Center — $20 — Celebrate the holiday season with festive music performed by the Manatee Community Concert Band.
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A Christmas Carol Performance
2:30-3:30 p.m. — Manatee High School — Suitable for all ages — Experience the classic tale of redemption in this engaging performance.
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