Good morning, Sarasota.

Residents and seasonal homeowners can now join PriorityEvac’s membership program for hurricane evacuation flights from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport for $1,250 a year.

The service, open during hurricane season, provides a pre-arranged plan to avoid gridlocked roads — offering a safer, smoother evacuation option.

Manatee Lagoon will host its 4th annual Mia’s Summer Shell-A-Bration on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The free event—featuring mini tours, exhibits, food trucks, face painting, games, and a pop-up science activity—will help families learn how to reduce plastic waste and protect waterways.

On July 23, Sarasota native Donn Githens celebrated 20 years leading Goodwill Manasota by guiding expansion across 80 locations and reinvesting nearly 90 cents of each dollar into workforce programs and community services (benefiting over 7,500 people).

Echoes of Sarasota, an exhibit celebrating local heritage and America’s 250th anniversary, opened in June at City Hall and the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

It displays 19 paintings by noted artists and offers free docent-led tours with plans for an additional display through May 2027.

HCA Florida Sarasota Doctors Hospital is seeing more patients with cyclosporiasis as two local cases are confirmed and 158 infections statewide have been reported since May 1.

Health officials advise thoroughly washing produce to help prevent the infection.

Health officials urge residents and visitors to avoid contact with wild animals after a raccoon that tested positive for rabies was killed at the corner of Grove Point Boulevard + Proctor Road on Tuesday, July 21.

The department advises securing pets and following safety guidelines for any incidents.

High school football schedules for Sarasota and Manatee counties for 2026 are now available.

Preseason Kickoff Classics begin on Friday, Aug. 14, and the regular season runs from Aug. 21 to Oct. 30 with most teams playing 10 games in 11 weeks.

Booker has dismissed head coach and AD Carlos Woods (who posted a 13-2 record with a state semifinal) as the team prepares for its season-opening game against Venice in four weeks, with assistant AD and volleyball coach Angie Byrd named as the new athletic director.

Manasota Track Club is hosting its final Siesta Key Beach run this week to honor Chris and Cindy Common, known for their elaborate costumes.

The kids' run starts at 6:30 p.m. and the adult run begins at 7 p.m. Tuesday, with a costume contest offering three prizes.

Trey Wanvig Band Live @Pop's Sunset Grill

6-10 p.m. — Pop's Sunset Grill — Free entry — Enjoy live music from the Trey Wanvig Band while lounging by the water.

Nike Basketball Camp at Sarasota High School

9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Sarasota High School — $399 — Enhance your basketball skills and build camaraderie at this complete skills camp.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy live music from Bri Rivera, a talented musician with Puerto Rican roots.

Sunset Yoga on The Green

6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Green at UTC — Free entry — Enjoy relaxing sunset yoga with sweet treats from Raining Berries.

Scott Curts Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Cost info not provided — Experience the unique loop stylings of an accomplished singer-songwriter in sunny Sarasota.

Mystical Visions Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Check website for admission — Enjoy a lively performance by a female fronted pop/rock cover band playing hits from the 60’s to today.

Caleb Wayne Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Check artist's website — Enjoy a dynamic mix of country, rock, and original songs from aspiring Sarasota musician Caleb Wayne.

Bri Rivera Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Check out musical talent from Puerto Rico bringing her sound to Sarasota.

Ryan Faraday Live Performance

5-9 p.m. — Blue Sunshine Patio Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy the soulful sounds of accomplished guitarist and songwriter Ryan Faraday as he performs a mix of roots, blues, and rock music.

Detroit Mike & Trey Wanvig Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — JR's Old Packinghouse Cafe — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of blues with Trey Wanvig in a lively local setting.