Good morning, Sarasota.

A Sarasota mother reported today that a rat infestation is forcing her family to leave their rental home as they look for safer housing options.

On Aug. 22, marine patrol officers off Lido Beach recorded two dolphins leaping and playing in the water — a playful moment captured on video and shared by the police.

Mark Friedlander from the Insurance Information Institute will join ABC7 live at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Aug.

26 to explain how personal cyber insurance can help individuals and families deal with rising cybercrime risks in Sarasota. He outlines varying coverage options and cost factors for viewers to discuss with their agents.

Allegiant Air announced a new seasonal nonstop flight from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) to Providence that will begin Feb.

13 and run through April 24, with tickets now available for travelers planning a spring getaway.

Just Salad is now open at The Market at University Town Center, 5231 University Parkway, Suite 113, serving chef-designed salads, warm bowls, wraps, and smoothies; Pure Green will open in September next to Pure Barre at 5275 University Parkway, Suite 130, offering cold-pressed juices and acai bowls.

Volunteers in the Great Scallop Search on Aug.

22 in Sarasota Bay found 50 live scallops, more than double last year’s count, with 95 participants including local families; a second search was cancelled on Sunday due to lightning, and a cleanup event is scheduled for Sept. 19.

Key Chorale received a national grant from the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America to expand its Come Together Choir initiative for people with dementia in Sarasota.

The program offers toolkits for weekly 60 minute rehearsals and themed performances at memory care units and retirement communities, helping participants stay engaged + connected.

Florida health officials reported the state's third death this year from Vibrio vulnificus, with 17 infections statewide — they advise keeping open wounds away from coastal waters and avoiding raw shellfish to reduce infection risk.

At its Aug. 19 meeting, the Planning Board approved exemptions for the 1899 Fruitville Road apartment complex project so that driveway access can come off Fruitville and Fourth Street, preserving two grand trees and promising public green space as the development moves toward administrative approval.

Senior running back David Louis recorded 151 rushing yards and three touchdowns in Braden River High's Aug.

14 preseason game against George Jenkins, earning him East County Athlete of the Week honors. He now will focus on the offense (a shift under new coach Rick Farmer).