Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of September.
Good morning, Sarasota.
🏘️ Community
During Labor Day weekend, the Sarasota Sailing Squadron hosted the second-annual Parrot Run Regatta on City Island.
Over 80 participants joined a fun boating event with live music, and organizers plan a third regatta in the future.
🎭 Culture
Ret. Col. Mark Tillman recounted his role in quickly evacuating President Bush on Sept.
11 during a Wednesday morning breakfast at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), explaining how swift actions helped secure the aircraft amid uncertainty. He shared vivid memories that honor a day that changed history.
Sarasota Orchestra and Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall are hosting the Summon the Heroes benefit concert today at 7 p.m. at the venue to honor the 25th anniversary of Sept.
11 and support local first responders (ticket prices range from $25 to $50).
📰 Real Estate
Residential real estate sales in Sarasota, Siesta Key, Palmer Ranch, Osprey, and Nokomis peaked last week when a Siesta Bayside home on Venice Lane sold for $4.30 million.
Data for Aug. 24-28 highlight a busy local market with multiple transactions across the community.
🏈 Sports
Braden River beat Lakewood Ranch 39 to 28 on Sept.
4, with an eighty yard run by senior Elidrick Berry shifting momentum for the Pirates. The win improved their record to 3 to 0 and extended their rivalry lead with nine wins in the last 11 meetings.
After losing three top seniors last season, Sarasota High boys golf is rebuilding with fresh talent and new freshmen led by standout Braden Fernandez de Castro.
Coach Barry Cheesman and seniors Blake DeJongh and Jacob Menard guided the Sailors to early wins at invitational tournaments.
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