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Tuesday, August 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 5th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A $100,000 bequest from the Bredemeyer estate supports Mayor’s Feed the Hungry Program to help households facing food insecurity in Sarasota and Manatee counties. The gift allows the program to meet immediate needs and invest in future food security—benefiting community children and families. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ Chamber manager Zach Henkel recently earned the Dana Ketterling Lifetime Sales Achievement Award for reaching 750 membership sales transactions or $300,000 in sales plus WBTT secured a $50,000 arts grant to support its theatre season while other local groups announced leadership changes and new accreditations. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Sarasota Bradenton International Airport opened three new places to eat in Terminal B this summer - Mattison’s Restaurant, Huey Magoo’s chicken, and the Salty Key Bar, with two more food spots soon to be built. The airport also named Paul Hoback as its new president and CEO starting Oct. 19 while current CEO Rick Piccolo will retire Nov. 30. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tropical Storm Dexter formed off North Carolina on Aug. 3—its path keeps it well offshore so Sarasota is not expected to experience tropical storm impacts. Forecasts show the storm will gradually weaken and become post-tropical by Wednesday. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A federal tax reform known as the Big Beautiful Bill passed on July 3 and brought new tax credits, deductions, and retirement planning options that reduced tax burdens for business owners, parents, and retirees in Florida. A local couple with significant brokerage and retirement assets saved over $4,400 in taxes thanks to measures like extended child tax credits and expanded Roth IRA options — changes that will shape future financial strategies. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Publix has recalled its Cheddar & Herb Biscuits — sold before August 1 — because soy allergens were not listed on the label, so customers with soy allergies should discard them or return them for a refund. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Herald-Tribune reviewed 14 state championship teams from our area and a poll named the 2023 Cardinal Mooney team as the best, receiving 34.45 percent of the vote. The Cougars finished the season 12 to 2 and earned their second title with a 31 to 27 win over Trinity Christian—after bouncing back from a 50 to 14 loss to Bishop Verot. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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Open Studio Art Event
2-5 p.m. — First Congregational Church UCC — Donations accepted — Engage in creative art making and relax in a supportive artistic community.
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Newish Jewish Play Reading: 'A Black and White Cookie'
7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Players Centre for Performing Arts — $20 — Experience a moving story of friendship and resilience as two lonely seniors unite against adversity.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
5-9 PM — Marina Jack — Cost info not specified — Enjoy the music of Bri Rivera, a local talent from Puerto Rico, bringing her vibrant sounds to Sarasota.
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Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Cost info not provided — Experience the unique 'loop' stylings of accomplished singer-songwriter Scott Curts by the waterfront.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
10 PM – 2 AM — 2 Marina Plaza, Sarasota, FL — Free entry — Enjoy the vibrant sounds of Bri Rivera, a talented musician from Puerto Rico, as she captivates the local music scene.
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Bri Rivera Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Visit Artist's Website — Experience the local talent of Bri Rivera, a rising star in the Sarasota music scene.
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Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Experience the unique loop styling of accomplished singer-songwriter Scott Curts while enjoying the scenic views of Sarasota.
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Rainbow Connections Summer Outing
4:45-7 p.m. — Art Center Sarasota — Free entry — Celebrate summer with an art exhibit opening and community connection.
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PMP Certification Training in Sarasota, FL
9 AM – 5 PM — Regus - Sarasota Courthouse — Contact for pricing — Gain essential project management skills and knowledge through an interactive 4-day training course.
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Scott Curts Live Performance
5-9 p.m. — Marina Jack — Free entry — Enjoy an eclectic evening of music with accomplished singer-songwriter Scott Curts and his canine companion, Apollo.
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