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Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Investigators from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission responded to a jet ski collision at Lido Beach last night—two individuals were taken to the hospital as trauma alerts. ABC 7
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Williams Parker will make Kyle D. Elliott a partner on July 1 for his strong legal skills—he serves on the board of Habitat for Humanity Sarasota and helped with affordable housing projects. James E. Fanto from Shumaker graduated from Leadership Sarasota and now works on legal cases for big banks and wealthy clients. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Scientists report that the Asian needle ant—spotted near Tallahassee and the Kennedy Space Center—has a sting that can bring intense pain and may trigger life-threatening allergic reactions in some people. The invasive ants are spreading in wooded areas across the U.S. and could harm native species and local biodiversity. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, Sarasota Memorial Hospital is one of the first to offer Aquablation therapy using the Hydros Robotics System—an FDA-approved treatment that employs AI and a heat-free waterjet to remove excess prostate tissue from men with benign prostatic hyperplasia. The hospital treated four patients earlier in June, and all went home the same day with minimal discomfort. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ Sarasota Memorial Hospital marked a milestone on June 13 during a wall signing ceremony for its 7-story expansion of the Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute at the new Milman-Kover Cancer Pavilion — the facility will open early 2026 and connect to the inpatient Oncology Tower with a pedestrian bridge over Waldemere Street. ABC 7
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Sarasota Planning Board recommended Sage Park townhomes on the former Circus City site along Beneva Road following a 3—2 vote on June 11, allowing national builder DR Horton to build 83 townhomes on a 7.5 acre site that was rezoned in August 2024. The project aims to offer market rate residences near shopping, trails, and parks. Observer
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Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free admission — Enjoy a night of eclectic music from accomplished singer-songwriter Scott Curts accompanied by his canine companion.
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Meteoreyes Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — Oscura Coffee & Cocktails — Cover charge may apply — Dance to the catchy indie-synth-electro-pop-rock beats of Sarasota's MeteorEYES.
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Virtual Senior Living Tour
9 AM - 7 PM — Aviva Senior Living — Free entry — Explore quality senior living with top-rated care and nutritional dining options.
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Ice Cream Social Fundraiser
4-7 p.m. — Jeni’s Ice Creams — 25% of sales will support Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue Center — Indulge in delicious ice cream for a great cause.
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Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Enjoy an eclectic mix of music from accomplished singer-songwriter Scott Curts accompanied by his loyal canine companion, Apollo.
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Community Development Orientation
Come find out about Neighborhood Expert jobs to assist in the development of The Newtown Family Center. Hiring starts in September.
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Piano Friends Performance
1:30-3:30 p.m. — Art Ovation Hotel, Autograph Collection — Paid venue parking — Experience sequential performances by talented local pianists in a celebration of music.
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Sarasota Fireworks and Candle Painting Party
7-9 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $40-$47 per person — Create a scented candle and enjoy a fun painting night with friends.
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Reptiday Sarasota
10 AM – 4 PM — Sarasota Sahib Shrine Event Center — Visit for an exciting showcase of reptiles, supplies, and exotic pets.
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Sarasota Mystic Faire
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Sarasota Municipal Auditorium — $5 for one day or $8 for the weekend — Experience Florida's largest psychic fair with holistic and metaphysical vendors.
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