Good morning, Sarasota.

FDOT installed eight permanent asphalt speed tables near crosswalks at St. Armands Circle along John Ringling Boulevard & N.

Boulevard of the Presidents overnight to slow traffic and improve pedestrian safety, with striping scheduled to finish by the end of March.

MacDill Air Force Base confirmed that three airmen were lost when a KC-135 refueling aircraft crashed over western Iraq on Mar.

12 — all six service members died and an investigation is underway.

On Friday, many Florida metro areas reported a small drop in regular gasoline prices following a historic coordinated oil reserve release, though prices remain up 83 cents on average since the Iran war began and diesel costs keep rising.

The Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce is accepting applications for its Youth Leadership Sarasota program class of 2027, a 10-month experience for rising high school juniors and seniors to gain leadership skills and community service hours.

Applicants must apply by June 5.

West Manatee Fire Rescue held its annual Wave for Water Safety event Saturday morning at Manatee Public Beach to remind beachgoers to keep a close eye on swimmers as lifeguards extended coverage for growing crowds (nearly 300,000 more people visited beaches last year).

Sarasota High fell short of its first state championship when Columbus defeated them 53-50 on Saturday at UNF Arena.

Junior guard Johnny Lackaff led with 27 points but missed a crucial 3-pointer in the final seconds.

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.

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.

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.

Open Mat

6-7 a.m. — TeamAlves Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu school — $20 mat fee for non-team members — A welcoming occasion to grapple and refine your techniques from the week.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of vibrant music from local sensation Bri Rivera, steeped in Puerto Rican tradition.

Ryan Faraday Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Entry fee unknown — Enjoy an evening of diverse musical styles from an accomplished local artist.

Scott Curts Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an eclectic mix of music as Scott Curts performs live, accompanied by his German Shepherd, Apollo.

Mystical Visions Concert

6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Enjoy the vibrant sounds of a female fronted pop/rock cover band playing hits from the 60’s to today.

Get Your Mutt Movin' 5K Run & Walk

8-11 a.m. — Payne Park — Fundraising for animal rescue — Help support Satchel's Last Resort Animal Rescue while enjoying a community 5K run and walk with your furry friends.

Polo Match at Sarasota Polo Club

1-6 p.m. — Sarasota Polo Club — Check the event page for ticket prices — Enjoy a beautiful day of polo action and festivities at the Sarasota Polo Club.