Daily
Sarasota
Tuesday, February 17th, 2026
Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Sarasota Police will honor Coti with a final procession as the K-9 Unit drives his memorial route past headquarters at 2:15 p.m. along Adams Lane, commemorating his service from 2014 to 2021. Observer
- ➤ Palm Aire Women's Club hosted its Passion for Fashion fundraiser on Feb. 13 at Palm Aire Country Club to raise funds for six student scholarships for State College of Florida and Manatee Technical College and support five local charities assisting women and children. Observer
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Capriotti’s opened its new sandwich shop today in Sarasota — offering signature deli sandwiches made fresh daily. The venue welcomes locals with a friendly atmosphere and familiar flavors. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ Real estate and cultural agencies reported leadership changes and honors yesterday as Budge Huskey advanced to No.44 on the Swanepoel Power 200, CreArte Latino promoted Cinthia Peña to managing director, and the Chamber launched InternConnect to boost the workforce pipeline. Blalock Walters named three principals as SPARCC expanded services. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ Trader Joe’s plans to open four new Florida locations in West Palm Beach, Sarasota, Kissimmee and Maitland. The grocer recently ranked No. 1 for customer satisfaction and expects to add at least five more stores in the state later this year or in 2027. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The three-day literary event starts March 26 with a panel at The Island Bookshop, features talks March 27 at the Venice Public Library, and ends March 28 at Venice West Blalock Park and Arboretum with a book fair featuring local and national authors + part of Venice's Centennial Celebration. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local water officials report that nearly 99% of the state is in drought, and they are urging residents to conserve water as dry conditions persist. Sarasota residents should follow local advisories & adjust outdoor water use accordingly. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Sarasota resident urged county commissioners to improve road signs & pavement striping in Sarasota and Manatee, warning that faded markings on Fruitville, Tuttle and University Avenues compromise driver safety. The letter cited poor reflectivity at night and driving hazards near shoulders and ditches, urging swift action. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Allen Clark, a record-setting running back/linebacker at Out-of-Door Academy, has received over 20 college offers and remains undecided about his future; he will choose his next program early- or mid-March to stay close to home and play early. Observer
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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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Annual Mash Bash
5-8 p.m. — Plantation Golf & Country Club — Fun-filled event — Enjoy food, music, and themed activities inspired by the classic TV show M*A*S*H.
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Mystical Visions Live
6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Enjoy great tunes — A female fronted pop/rock cover band playing hits from the 60’s to today.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Your work is to discover your work and then with all your heart to give yourself to it.
~ Ryan Holiday
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