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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wild Blue and Shellstone will unveil a new 13-acre park on April 12 from noon to 3 p.m. at 1000 Sandpoint Way in Lakewood Ranch. The joint project by Stock Development and Homes by Towne will offer sports courts, a kayak launch, trails, play areas and more—designed to serve communities growing to 505 and 684 homes. Observer
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Dean Dancer, a financial leader at Raymond James in Sarasota, said that Florida must improve math instruction for K-12 students because only 21% of eighth graders were proficient and a skilled workforce is needed for future jobs. He urged that training teachers & forming partnerships with businesses will give students key skills necessary for success. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Lakewood Ranch Garden Club will host Garden Fest at the Lakewood Ranch Library on April 19 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.—the event will feature 50 vendors, four food trucks and craft activities for kids that teach local residents to protect monarch butterflies by planting milkweed. Educational speakers will explain Florida’s native and invasive plants and proper gardening techniques. Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Contractors lowered concrete beams on Clark Road on April 3 to build a new Legacy Trail overpass, and lane closures with detours will begin on Bee Ridge Road in mid-April to complete the $13.2 million project in June. County officials are accepting bids to widen a 1.4-mile section of the trail — construction will start this summer and finish in winter 2025 — to improve safety for all users. Observer
- ➤ Sarasota County restored the Historic Keith Farmhouse built in 1916 and held a ribbon cutting ceremony on April 2. The restored building will become an interpretive center that explains local history — from archaeology to native habitats. Observer
- ➤ After hurricanes Helene and Milton removed more than 400,000 cubic yards of sand, Longboat Key’s beaches remain flat and town officials are filing a FEMA claim to cover the loss—officials said there will be no major funding decisions for about six months—while they seek state funds to help restore the beaches to near their 2021 condition. Observer
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Lakewood Ranch softball team has won six straight games after a slow start following coach T.J. Goelz’s departure, and new coach Andrew Jensen said he called Goelz (to learn his winning strategies) as the Mustangs aim to overcome tough district rivals before the playoffs. The team now faces six regular season games to keep their championship hopes alive. Observer
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Childhood Matters: Uniting Leaders for Change
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. — Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection — $75 — Engage in meaningful conversations about early childhood development with expert Dr. Dan Wuori.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
6-10 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of Bri Rivera, a local artist rooted in Puerto Rican musical traditions.
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Venice Sharks Tooth Festival
10 a.m. to 8 p.m. — Centennial Park — Free entry — Enjoy live music, food trucks, and fossil vendors at this community celebration.
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Sarasota Polo Club Popup
10 AM – 4 PM — Sarasota Polo Club — Tickets available online — Enjoy a vibrant day of polo and art with live entertainment and delicious refreshments.
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Architecture Walking Tour
1-2 p.m. — Sarasota Art Museum — Free entry — Discover the rich history of Sarasota’s architecture with expert insights from Marty Hylton.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Visit Artist's Website — Enjoy a vibrant evening with local musician Bri Rivera, celebrated for her heartfelt performances and musical heritage.
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Elton John Tribute Concert in Sarasota
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a detailed re-creation of Elton John's iconic '70s performances with Rus Anderson.
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Rainbow Full of Sound Concert
10 PM – 2 AM — 975 Cattlemen Rd, Sarasota, FL — Cost info not provided — Experience a unique musical fusion of Grateful Dead and Led Zeppelin performed by Waynard Scheller's band.
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Celebrate John Williams
7:30-9 p.m. — Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall — Tickets available — Experience the iconic music of John Williams from films like Star Wars and E.T. performed live.
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Dinner at Selva Grill
6-8 p.m. — Selva Downtown Sarasota — $3 contribution — Enjoy inventive Peruvian cuisine and cocktails in a chic setting.
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