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Sarasota
Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Suncoast Stars Community held its second annual Stride to Thrive 5K/1 mile Walk and Family Fun Fest on Feb. 28 at Grace Community Church, where participants ran, walked, and rolled in support of programs for adults with disabilities. The nonprofit, founded by Mary Lou and Bob Fenton in 2022, now operates at Tabernacle Church. Observer
- ➤ On Feb. 28, church volunteers built 30 beds for children in need at Church of the Redeemer. They gave 26 beds to families at Alta Vista Elementary and 4 to The Azinger Family Compassion Center — marking the project’s fifth year. Observer
- ➤ Today the full moon — known as the Worm Moon — will coincide with the only total lunar eclipse of 2026; Florida residents can see the Earth’s shadow begin at 3:44 a.m. ET and the blood moon peak at 6:38 a.m. ET. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ The Town Green will host a Community Open House on Saturday, March 7 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Town Center Green on Bay Isles Road, featuring over 30 local groups, food trucks + a bounce house and live music. Observer
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On March 1, a force main breach at West John Ringling Causeway Park caused nearly 14,000 gallons of untreated wastewater to spill into Sarasota Bay over almost five hours, and city crews installed a repair clamp and vacuumed the spill for proper disposal. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Silver Alert was issued on March 1 for 79-year-old Charles Deeds from Auburndale after he was last seen on Holiday Lane wearing a flannel polo and khaki pants; he may be in a 2003 white Chevrolet Suburban (showing a damaged right rear fender and American flag) in the Tampa area, and authorities urge anyone with details to call FDLE. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A scaled-back design for a new performing arts center with parking was presented to city commissioners Monday to replace the storm-damaged Van Wezel. The Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation will refine plans, seek city funding, and host a meeting at Lefty's Oyster (Mar. 12) to keep momentum. FOX 13
- ➤ The 46th Sarasota Jazz Festival runs from March 9-14 and features top acts including Sammy Figueroa and John Pizzarelli at venues such as the Municipal Auditorium and FST. The Jazz Club of Sarasota plans to open a new 300-seat venue plus a smaller space to feature local artists by 2035. Sarasota Magazine
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Thursday, Mote Marine Laboratory released rehabilitated sea turtles Little Buoy and Spud into the Gulf following months of care. Volunteers from Longboat Key Turtle Watch helped wheel the turtles onto the beach where Little Buoy immediately swam off and Spud recovered from cold stunning. Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida’s Road Rangers provide free roadside assistance on major highways by changing flat tires, jump-starting batteries and refueling vehicles. Motorists in Sarasota can call *FHP on 347 for help and must follow the Move Over law when passing service vehicles. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Cooper Pote, a sophomore utility player at The Out-of-Door Academy, was named East County Athlete of the Week after posting a .333 average with seven hits and six RBIs during wins over Booker and Bradenton Christian. Observer
- ➤ Voters submitted ballots for the Herald-Tribune Boys Athlete of the Week poll sponsored by Central Florida Behavioral Health Network (CFBHN) for Feb. 23-28 following last week's win by Sarasota Military Academy wrestler Manuel Ramirez. The online poll closed at 10 a.m. Friday on heraldtribune.com. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ On March 2, the Herald-Tribune invited readers to vote online for the Girls Athlete of the Week for Feb. 23-28 after coaches in Sarasota and Manatee submitted game stats. North Port softball player Laela Rosa won the previous poll; the vote, sponsored by Central Florida Behavioral Health Network, closed Friday at 10 a.m. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ From April 16-19, 2026, The Concession Golf Club in Lakewood Ranch will host the Senior PGA Championship, marking the first major professional golf tournament in Florida in over 25 years. The event could draw up to 7,000 fans daily and boost local business if Tiger Woods competes. Sarasota Magazine
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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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Minnesota Twins vs Baltimore Orioles Spring Training
8:05 AM – 2:05 PM — Ed Smith Stadium — Free trial available — Catch the Minnesota Twins take on the Baltimore Orioles live in spring training action.
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The Mirror Crack'd
3:30-4:30 p.m. — Asolo Repertory Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a thrilling performance showcasing mystery and drama.
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A Night with Janis Joplin
Mar 11-26 — Keating Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the explosive energy of Janis Joplin and the legendary artists who inspired her.
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Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Enjoy a night of eclectic tunes from an accomplished singer-songwriter accompanied by his German Shepherd.
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Sarasota Ukulele Festival & Concert
11:00 a.m. – 8:30 p.m. — Sarasota Orchestra — $35+ — Enjoy workshops, a champagne reception, and a lively concert featuring Them Uke Boyz and Uke 66.
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Beginning Bird Photography Workshop
8:30-10:00 a.m. — Sarasota Audubon Nature Center — $10 – $20 — Enhance your bird photography skills in a beautiful natural setting with experienced guidance.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy the captivating sounds of Bri Rivera, a talented Puerto Rican musician, as she lights up the local music scene.
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Ryan Faraday Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening with the talented Ryan Faraday showcasing his musical talents.
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Spring Training: Pirates vs. Orioles
2:05-7:05 p.m. — Ed Smith Stadium — Cost unknown — Enjoy a split squad matchup as the Pirates take on the Orioles in an exciting spring training game.
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