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Saturday, January 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of January.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Sarasota doctor was arrested on federal charges for soliciting nude photos from a 14-year-old girl in Utah and sending her explicit images of himself. Observer
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The $208,000 Poly sculpture by Hou de Sousa, designed to withstand Category 4 hurricanes, was installed at the U.S. 41 and 14th Street roundabout in Sarasota as part of the city's Art in the Roundabouts program. Observer
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Sarasota County's charter school count has risen to 14 since 2000, with enrollment growth and varying academic performance discussed at the School Board's first 2025 workshop. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ Rohan Dash, an 11th-grade student at Pine View School, won the 2024 Congressional App Challenge for Florida's 17th District with an app called Citrus AI, designed to aid the citrus industry. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ Sarasota County high schools achieved a historic graduation rate of 92.5% for the class of 2024, marking the highest in district history and advancing their state ranking from 19th to 13th. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Toasted Yolk Cafe launched its second Sarasota location in Lakewood Ranch, offering breakfast and lunch options and planning further expansion in the area. Observer
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Dick Vitale, an 85-year-old ESPN broadcaster, has been cleared to resume his college basketball broadcasting duties after being declared cancer-free. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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Forever Elvis '73 featuring Dwight Icenhower
This event showcases a tribute to Elvis Presley by acclaimed Five Time World Champion Elvis Tribute Artist Dwight Icenhower, celebrated for his remarkable voice and performances.
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Jean-Yves Thibaudet: Concert Series Debut
Acclaimed French pianist Jean-Yves Thibaudet performs Debussy's Preludes in his debut concert for the Sarasota Concert Association.
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Candlelight Concert: Tribute to Queen
Experience the music of Queen performed by the Listeso String Quartet at St. Boniface Episcopal Church under candlelight.
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Bobby Jo Valentine's Concert in Sarasota
Bobby Jo Valentine returns to Sarasota with new songs and stories, offering a heartfelt musical experience that supports ALSO Youth.
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Florida Bee Gees Tribute Show at Riverview Performing Arts Center
Experience the National Premiere of Bee Gees Now!, a highly acclaimed tribute band that brings the music and essence of the Gibb Brothers to life through an impressive theatrical performance.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
Bri Rivera, a talented musician from Puerto Rico, showcases her vocal and instrumental skills at Marina Jack in Sarasota, Florida.
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Scott Curts Live Performance
Scott Curts, an accomplished singer and songwriter from Sarasota, performs his unique 'loop' styled music accompanied by his dog, Apollo, at Marina Jack.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
Bri Rivera, a talented musician and vocalist from Puerto Rico, will be performing live at Marina Jack in Sarasota, showcasing her musical journey and influences.
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Youth Soccer Sarasota Winter 2025 Kickoff
This introductory soccer event for children includes games, training, prizes, and a fun atmosphere provided by N Zone Sports Suncoast.
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The Chitans Concert
The Chitans will perform live at Hope Fellowship Mennonite Church in Sarasota.
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