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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ North Port Aquatic Center will host the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson on June 26 from 8 to 9 a.m. and 5 to 6 p.m.—North Port Parks & Recreation invites families to join the free swim lesson, explore water safety resources, and apply for swim lesson scholarships as part of an international effort to reduce drowning. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Children on Englewood Beach discovered a weathered WWII practice bomb that led to a 100-foot area being evacuated as Sarasota Bomb Squad — along with MacDill Air Force Base experts — safely removed the inactive 100-pound device. Z105
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Brennan Wakey's appeal of his Stand Your Ground claim was rejected by the Second District Court of Appeals—his trial on charges of second-degree murder and tampering with evidence for the 2021 death of his boyfriend at a Sarasota Hyatt Place will be scheduled later. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A grassroots campaign stopped plans to move the Ringling Museum from FSU to New College as the 2025 state budget removed the proposal — local leaders hailed the decision as a win for our cultural institutions. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pending Gov. DeSantis' signature, the new state budget adds nearly $300 million to the My Safe Florida Home program to fund free wind mitigation inspections and matching grants up to $10,000 for homeowners—allocating $94 million for grants, $1.5 million for inspections and funds for administrative costs—and urging homeowners who have been inspected to complete their grant applications when the portal reopens. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ Florida led the nation by signing 629 agreements for local law enforcement to assist ICE under the 287(g) program, with nearly 292 local agencies on board as of early June. The state accounted for 43% of all agreements & Texas followed with 14%. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ Juneteenth is celebrated on June 19 as a federal holiday in Florida with federal offices closed while state offices remain open. Mail delivery is suspended but FedEx and UPS continue service—most stores and restaurants operate on normal hours. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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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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Christmas in July Night Market
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Green at UTC — Free entry — Celebrate summer with holiday cheer, local vendors, and live music as Santa makes a special appearance.
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