Friday, March 7th, 2025

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Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A blood drive is currently happening in the Suncoast region, aiming to support local hospitals and patients. ABC 7
- ➤ A Sarasota resident highlights pedestrian safety concerns, especially after recent hit-and-run incidents, emphasizing the need for cautiousness among drivers and pedestrians. ABC 7
- ➤ The Community Foundation of Sarasota County granted $650,000 to 21 human services organizations for emergency repairs and recovery from the 2024 hurricane season in Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ The Charles & Margery Barancik Foundation has allocated $8 million in grants to enhance educational opportunities, healthcare access, and environmental conservation efforts in Sarasota. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A hit-and-run crash in Myakka City left three young children seriously and critically injured; no arrests have been made as troopers seek information on the fleeing blue SUV. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sarasota City Hall will display works from the Petticoat Painters, a historic women's art collective, starting March 17 to honor Women's History Month. Observer
- ➤ The Sarasota Opera revives Verdi's 'Stiffelio', a seldom-seen opera about forgiveness and infidelity, after more than a century-long hiatus due to original censorship concerns. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sarasota County introduces an ordinance requiring boats to move after 45 days to prevent them from becoming derelict and polluting the waters. ABC 7
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Sarasota Herald-Tribune is conducting a poll to determine the preseason player of the year from a list of 10 standout high school softball players in the Sarasota-Manatee area for the 2025 season. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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Sarasota Suncoast Half Marathon and 5K
Participants can register online for the Sarasota Suncoast Half Marathon and 5K, which will take place at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota, Florida.
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Start Me Up! A Tribute Concert to The Rolling Stones
This tribute concert celebrates the iconic hits and energy of The Rolling Stones, featuring a high-energy performance and an engaging light show.
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Life Celebration at Crescent Club
Time to celebrate life in the happiest of ways. We'll dance the night away, 3 hours non-stop, Vere Hill is bringing the music.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
Bri Rivera is a talented musician and vocalist from Puerto Rico, now performing in Sarasota, showcasing her music at Marina Jack.
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Justin Layman Live at Siesta Key Oyster Bar
Experience a live performance by Justin Layman at the Siesta Key Oyster Bar in Sarasota.
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Scott Curts Live Performance
Scott Curts, an accomplished singer and songwriter, will be performing his unique music style at Marina Jack in Sarasota.
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Sarasota Jiu-Jitsu Training Conference with Alan Baker
This conference focuses on Jiu-Jitsu training led by 4th Degree Black Belt Alan Baker, emphasizing self-defense and integration of various martial arts techniques.
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Downtown Sarasota Annual Fine Art and Craft Fair
This vibrant festival showcases a diverse array of life-size sculptures, paintings, jewelry, photography, and ceramics created by talented artists, along with craft and eco-friendly markets, all set to benefit the local community.
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Sundays at The Bay: Free Concert Featuring The Wandering Hours
Enjoy a free performance by The Wandering Hours, a band known for its unique blend of traditional string music, at The Bay Park.
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Music Bingo Night
Participate in an engaging game of Music Bingo where snippets of songs replace traditional numbers, and compete for prizes while enjoying dinner with friends.
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