Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of April.
Good morning, Sarasota.
🌲 Environment
Starting April 16, Florida protects bats during their maternity season that lasts until August 14, making it illegal to remove them from homes or sheds without a permit.
Homeowners in Sarasota are urged to address infestations soon (local wildlife experts advise using approved exclusion devices) to avoid trapping bat pups indoors (permits are available from the state).
📰 Finance
Tax Day is coming on April 15 (just five days away) and many Sarasota restaurants are offering deals and freebies to help with tax filing.
Eligible taxpayers may get up to $1,400 in a stimulus check when they file their 2021 return (Florida residents have until May 1 due to hurricane relief measures).
🏛️ Government
Officials in Sarasota city and county are planning budgets after costly storm recovery measures hurt their funds as FEMA delays reimbursement.
The city spent over $17 million on recovery and used $9.4 million from reserves for park repairs that will finish by 2027 — both governments face fiscal challenges as they prepare for next year's budget.
Florida officials are urging drivers to put away distractions as part of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month — a campaign led by the FLHSMV and FHP — to help prevent crashes.
Last year, nearly 300 people died and more than 2,200 were injured in crashes caused by distracted driving.
📰 Real Estate
A home at 1490 Hillview Drive in Harbor Acres sold for $14.8 million on March 10, making it the highest price paid so far for a home in Sarasota County this year.
The house is under construction by Voigt Brothers and has 6,500 square feet, five bedrooms, 5.5 baths and 100 feet of waterfront along Sarasota Bay.
🏈 Sports
Coach Ashley McLeod readied a young Riverview girls lacrosse team for the Class 2A-District 12 tournament, which began on April 10th—giving them the top seed after a rebuilding season.
The team, led by freshmen Ella Berzins and Madison Muller, won two bounce-back games after a six-game losing streak and now hopes to win more in the postseason.
🎉 Sarasota Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Spring Concert
GCHFA, a non-profit in Sarasota that provides full band, orchestra, choral, recorder, and general music classes for homeschooled students, celebrates 15 years. Join us for our free Spring Concert at North Port HS PAC at 6:30 pm to see every group perform including alumni and teachers for our big finale!
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.
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.
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.
Dinner at Selva Grill
6-8 p.m. — Selva Downtown Sarasota — $3 contribution — Enjoy inventive Peruvian cuisine and cocktails in a chic setting.
Sunset Day Party
4-8 p.m. — Georgies UTC Restaurant & Bar — $30 – $750 — Enjoy a lively sunset atmosphere with HipHop and R&B beats spinning by live DJs.
Guided Walks at Glebe Park
12-2 p.m. — Glebe Park — Free entry — Explore the natural beauty of Siesta Key while observing migratory birds in the shade.
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