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Celebrating America's 250th: July 4th in Bradenton & on Anna Maria Island
This year's Fourth of July is unlike any in our lifetimes. On July 4, 2026, the United States turns 250 — the semiquincentennial — and our corner of the Gulf Coast is marking it in a big way. As a veteran, this one means a great deal to me, and I wanted to put together a simple local guide so you and your family can be part of it.
From the island's beloved water-fight parade to one of the largest celebrations in Bradenton's history, here's where the Suncoast is coming together to celebrate 250 years.
On Anna Maria Island: the Privateers' Parade
The island's signature Fourth of July tradition is the Anna Maria Island Privateers' Independence Day Parade — a free, famously soggy, all-in-good-fun eve...
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Hurricane Season Prep for Bradenton Homeowners: Your Gulf Coast Checklist
The Atlantic hurricane season opened June 1 and runs through November 30 — which makes early summer the right time to get ready. Not because a storm is bearing down this week, but because the calmest, smartest decisions get made before one is ever named. If you live in Bradenton, on Anna Maria Island, or anywhere across Manatee and Sarasota County, a little preparation now buys a lot of peace of mind later.
Here's the short version of what matters most. For the full walkthrough — including a printable supply checklist and a one-page quick reference — grab the free Gulf Coast Hurricane Preparedness Guide.
Know your evacuation level first
The greatest threat to life in...
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