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Sarasota
Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Manatee Chamber announced its Annual Dinner to bring local business leaders together for networking in Sarasota. More details on the venue and schedule will be shared soon. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Trapeze artist La Norma celebrated her 100th birthday on Feb. 9 at Showfolks of Sarasota in a festive gathering that honored her long circus career, including work with Ringling Bros. and a role in The Greatest Show on Earth. Observer
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A new Ocean Conservancy study released yesterday shows many marine animals in Florida waters have ingested plastic, with plastic found in sea turtles, manatees & dolphins. Researchers urge reducing single-use plastics and call for stronger regulations to protect local wildlife. FOX 13
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Postal Service will be closed on Presidents' Day (Monday, Feb. 16) so regular mail delivery will not occur; local residents can still drop off mail and use online tools while UPS and FedEx operate with modified services. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Fast-food chains across Florida are launching Valentine’s Day food deals on Saturday, Feb. 14 with heart-shaped pizzas, donuts, biscuits, and special drinks. Sarasota locals can visit favorites like Chick-fil-A (280 restaurants in Florida), Dunkin’, and Hardee’s to enjoy these festive treats. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Jebcore Cos in partnership with WMG and Hilton unveiled Waldorf Astoria Residences Sarasota, an 18-story luxury condo tower replacing the Zenith building at Five Points roundabout; the sales gallery at 1605 Main St. is open as contracts for 86 units starting at $2.2 million are being written amid city review. Observer
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38 Special Concert
8:00 p.m. — Thunder By The Bay — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying Southern Rock sounds of 38 Special.
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Live Performance by Bri Rivera
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Experience the vibrant sounds of Bri Rivera, a standout musician from Puerto Rico.
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Ryan Faraday Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Experience an evening of captivating music from a talented guitarist and vocalist.
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Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of eclectic music styles from talented singer-songwriter Scott Curts.
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Mystical Visions Band Performance
6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Enjoy a lively night of pop/rock covers from the 60’s to today with the energetic Mystical Visions.
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Circus Sarasota
1-2 p.m. — Nathan Benderson Park — Various prices — Experience the thrill of Circus Sarasota with a variety of performances suitable for all ages.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Cost info not provided — Enjoy the vibrant sounds of Bri Rivera, a talented musician from Puerto Rico, in the heart of Sarasota.
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Ryan Faraday Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Experience the soulful sounds of Ryan Faraday, a talented musician from Boston, now grooving in Sarasota.
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Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Enjoy a vibrant evening of eclectic music with accomplished singer-songwriter Scott Curts.
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Mystical Visions Concert
6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Enjoy the music — Experience a lively evening with a female fronted pop/rock cover band playing classic hits from the 60's to today.
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