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Hello Bradenton! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Will your Bradenton tap water be safe to drink Wednesday?
  • How a Bradenton hit-and-run turned fatal and complicated investigators' work
  • What Bradenton police say they found in an undercover drug raid

Also on today's calendar: Yaleo - Santana Tribute Band and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 93 and low of 80 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Wednesday: Humid with a stray t-storm, temps: high: 90, low: 80.
  • Thursday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 92 and low of 79 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Valve replacement to interrupt water service in areas in Manatee County (mysuncoast.com) — Residents near 51st Street West and 21st Avenue West in Bradenton should prepare for an overnight water shutoff from 8 p.m. Tuesday to 5 a.m. Wednesday, followed by a boil-water advisory. Plan ahead for drinking and cooking water, and watch for the county's notice lifting the precaution once testing confirms safety.
   

2. Bradenton man dies days after hit-and-run crash while crossing street with bicycle – [your]NEWS (yournews.com) — A 47-year-old man struck in a Bradenton hit-and-run has died from his injuries, and investigators are weighing whether to upgrade charges against the arrested driver. Police detail how the lack of identification delayed notifying his family and continue to review the circumstances under Florida's hit-and-run laws.
   

3. 2 arrested on drug trafficking charges in undercover raid, Bradenton police say (bradenton.com) — Bradenton police say an undercover investigation led to a raid on a Manatee County home, where officers seized cocaine, eight guns and about $14,000 in cash. Two convicted felons now face trafficking and firearm charges and are being held without bond, according to Bradenton authorities.
   

4. Manatee Community Foundation (insidephilanthropy.com) — Bradenton-based Manatee Community Foundation is a major local grantmaker backing nonprofits that serve Manatee County in areas like animal welfare, education, youth arts, and health and human services. With revamped grant cycles, open LOIs, and special programs like disaster relief and Manatee Matches, it's a key resource for organizations improving life for Bradenton residents.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Lakewood Ranch welcomes Mustangs to 2026-27 —Mustangs Ahead News Read on Patch
  • Is anyone missing a friendly young intact male around 5-6 months old?
    Not chipped. Located near 708 59th street NW. 4 white paws and tiny splash of white on his back. He is currently contained. (Nextdoor Warner's Bayou)
  • please call if seen!!
    (941)730-4407 has one of his ears clipped and was last seen on loraine road off of sr 70 (Nextdoor N. Lakewood Ranch)
  • SPECTRUM posted a job opening for Retail Sales Specialist in Bradenton. Apply here.
  • Manatee County Sheriff's Office posted a job opening for Control Room Operator in Bradenton. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Bradenton here.

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: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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