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Thursday, December 18th, 2025
Good morning, Bradenton. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 18th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ County leaders and animal lovers gathered Wednesday for a ribbon cutting at the expanded Bishop Animal Shelter in Bradenton, which marks a $12 million project featuring eight new heated kennels and a 24,000 sqft veterinary center to shorten animal stays and boost adoptions. FOX 13 Tampa Bay
- ➤ An 88-year-old Salvation Army bell ringer in Bradenton celebrated 16 years of holiday service, marking a longstanding tradition of community care this festive season. The milestone highlights a deep commitment to local giving. ABC7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Herrig Center for ARTS features over 150 art pieces in its first member exhibit at its new 28,000 sqft complex today. CEO Carla Nierman said the display shows a blend of creative works & invites locals to explore each piece up close. FOX 13 Tampa Bay
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Food and Drug Administration recalled more than 3,500 cases of salad dressing including Hidden Valley Ranch after black plastic was found in the granulated onion mix. The recall, which began on Nov. 11 and was classified as Class II on Dec. 4, affects retailers in Florida (and other states) and one customer in Costa Rica. WFLA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Bright Horizons offers advice to balance home work and family life during the holiday break for Bradenton residents. The tips recommend setting clear boundaries, using shared family calendars (to plan meetings and breaks) and finding time to connect and recharge. The Bradenton Times
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Zack Pomerleau Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Swordfish Grill — No cover charge — Enjoy the soulful sounds of blues with Maine-born musician Zack Pomerleau.
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The Nutcracker by International Ballet of Florida
6 PM — Manatee Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the enchanting classic tale of The Nutcracker featuring dancers from renowned ballet companies.
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Christmas Day at Pier 22
11 a.m. - 8 p.m. — PIER 22 — Chef-created Holiday Menu — Make merry memories this Christmas with seasonal delights by the waterfront.
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Zack Pomerleau Live Performance
6:30-10:30 p.m. — Inner Compass Brewing Company at LWR — Check for cover charge — Enjoy a night of classic blues and originals from a talented local multi-instrumentalist.
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New Year’s Eve Gala 2025
7 PM - 2 AM — Gala Banquets and Events — $160 Members, $170 Non-members — Celebrate the New Year with elegant dining, live music, and an open bar in a grand venue.
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The Ultimate Elvis Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — SCF Neel Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience an unrivaled multimedia tribute to Elvis Presley featuring champion tribute artist Cote Deonath and The Infinit-E Tribute Band.
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