Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of August.
Good morning, Sarasota.
💼 Business
Local voters have been invited by the Longboat Key Chamber of Commerce to cast ballots for this year’s business awards.
The awards ceremony is set for 6:30 p.m. Sept. 24 at The St. Regis Longboat Key Resort (featuring special recognitions for outstanding achievements).
🎓 Education
Music Compound hosted its annual Back to School Bash on Saturday at the Bell Road facility, offering student performances, free music lessons, crafts, and interactive activities.
Families enjoyed a day filled with rising talent and a warm, supportive atmosphere that celebrated local music education.
🏈 Sports
The Herald-Tribune chose The Elite 11 (the top volleyball players from Sarasota and Manatee) who discussed their goals ahead of the 2026 season.
Tommy John, the longtime major league pitcher known for the surgery that saved his career, died peacefully at his Lakewood Ranch home Saturday night — he was 83.
His 26-season career helped many pitchers return to the mound thanks to his groundbreaking procedure.
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