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Coffee in hand, Bradenton? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How a social media threat led to a lockdown at MSA
  • What witnesses told police about the deadly Bradenton double shooting
  • Why Bradenton is getting regular mosquito spraying despite zero dengue cases

Also on today's calendar: Free Fashion Show for a Cause and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 90 and low of 76 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Saturday: A shower and t-storm; humid, temps: high: 88, low: 75.
  • Sunday: Humid; a p.m. t-storm or two, with a high of 90 and low of 74 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Manatee School for the Arts placed on lockdown after threat reported on social media (mysuncoast.com) — Manatee School for the Arts in Bradenton went into lockdown Tuesday after a student allegedly made a threatening social media comment, but the student was quickly located and taken into custody. School leaders credit students for reporting the threat and are urging Bradenton families to discuss online behavior, monitor official alerts, and keep roads clear during any future emergencies.
   

2. Man arrested after dispute led to double homicide in Bradenton: police (snntv.com) — Bradenton police have arrested 34-year-old Jakourtney Johnson in connection with a Sept. 22 shooting on 12th Avenue E that left two people, Rosario and Stubbs, dead. Investigators say witnesses saw Johnson fire multiple shots during an ongoing dispute, and he now faces two counts of second-degree murder with a firearm while denying involvement in the killings.
   

3. Dengue Cases Climbing in Florida: What Manatee and Sarasota Residents Need to Know – WENG 98.1FM, 107.5 FM & 1530 AM (wengradio.com) — Mosquito control crews are flying helicopter spraying missions over urban Bradenton and Palmetto every two weeks to stay ahead of dengue and other mosquito-borne diseases, even though Manatee County has no local dengue cases yet. With Hillsborough County seeing a surge, Bradenton residents are urged to dump standing water, use EPA-approved repellents, and stay especially cautious if they commute north.
   

4. Did anyone win the $300 million Mega Millions jackpot? (centraloregondaily.com) — Mega Millions players are waiting to learn whether anyone hit Tuesday's $300 million jackpot, but Bradenton residents may remember that July's massive $800 million prize was won with a ticket sold at a local Wawa. The article recaps the latest winning numbers, explains when the next drawing happens, and outlines how the game and its built-in multiplier work.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

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  • Safe Children Coalition announces 2026-2027 board of directors —Sharon Kunkel Read on Patch
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Ok Bradenton! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why did the girl pig break up with the boy pig?" — Because he was such a boar! (Thank you Theresa H. for sending it in!)
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