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Sarasota
Saturday, September 27th, 2025
Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Registration is open for fall courses at OLLI at Ringling College from Sept. 29‑Nov. 21 where over 50 classes and a CONNECTIONS documentary series are offered; Chad Mynatt’s Dragonfly won Big Waters’ photo contest, Tiger Bay Club will host a fiscal outlook forum on Oct. 2, and the Lakeside Legacy Walk to support hospice services will be held on Nov. 1. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ingman Marine will acquire Cannons Marina on Longboat Key, keeping a customer-focused service model and a slightly changed name. Co-owners Capo Miller and David Miller will help with the transition, with David scheduled to leave on Oct. 10 for a long-overdue break—preserving the legacy of the 70-plus-year-old marina. Observer
- ➤ Kilwins on St. Armands Circle reopens today after a year-long closure from hurricane damage, welcoming customers with a grand event featuring free samples, giveaways, live entertainment, and a refreshed menu that mixes its classic treats with tropical additions — drawing interest from local visitors. This reopening marks a new chapter for the beloved chocolate, fudge and ice cream shop. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ One year after hurricane Helene, small shops across Sarasota County are repairing damage after storm surge flooded businesses in St. Armands and Venice—owners reported water rising quickly to around 5 feet in one area and nearly 9 feet in another. They continue to rebuild and work toward complete recovery. ABC 7
- ➤ A Sarasota crushing facility operating as US Recycling has been found to list a dead attorney—Alexander Paderewski, who died in 2019—as its registered agent in state filings, with digital signatures from former lawyer Nevin Weiner appearing despite his disassociation. Local residents near the Central Cocoanut site have long complained about dust and noise and local advocates are urging officials to investigate the filing irregularities. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sarasota Orchestra named Grammy-winning conductor Giancarlo Guerrero as its new music director after five years without a leader—he plans to share stories and invite audience participation to bring a fresh, interactive experience to concerts this fall. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tropical Storm Humberto and Tropical Storm Imelda are forecast to come within 900 miles by Monday or Tuesday—and meteorologists say Humberto may strengthen into a major hurricane while Imelda remains a tropical storm, which could lead to rough surf, rip currents, and coastal flooding. ABC 7
- ➤ Forecasters are having difficulty predicting Florida impacts as Hurricane Humberto— which strengthened on September 26 and is forecast to rapidly intensify into a Category 4 storm—may interact with Invest 94L, which is expected to form a tropical depression near the Bahamas this weekend, raising warnings of heavy winds, rain, and storm surge early next week. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Florida court ruled that the ban on openly carrying guns was unconstitutional and that the ruling took effect on Sept. 25, allowing more people to carry guns in public, while private businesses in Sarasota and Manatee may still ask armed customers to leave—upholding their right to enforce no-gun policies. Gun safety advocates worry that the change will bring new public safety challenges as law enforcement adjusts to the shift. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ On Sept. 20, visitors and locals strolled through Siesta Key Village enjoying restaurants, live music, and sweet treats during the off-season. A group from Iowa celebrated a birthday while others relaxed in the calm island vibe—showing the area's enduring charm. Observer
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ High school football games were played on Friday, Sept. 26 by teams in Sarasota and Manatee counties. The FHSAA and SSAA contests offered a full slate of matches—live scores were updated as the teams competed. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ Riverview Rams high school baseball is underway in Sarasota with new head coach Mark Sobolewski—known as Coach Sobo—guiding the team through October practices and a November 1 golf tournament at Bent Tree. He brings valuable experience from his earlier roles at Sarasota High School and as a player with the Sarasota Sailors, University of Miami, Blue Jays and Twins. ABC 7
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Weekend Psychic & Holistic Expo
9 AM – 6 PM — Sarasota Sahib Shrine Event Center — Admission varies — Explore the realms of spirituality with psychics, mediums, and holistic products.
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Community in Motion 5K & 1 Mile Walk
8:30-11:00 a.m. — Nathan Benderson Park — Registration fees apply — Celebrate fitness and community spirit at this annual 5K and 1 Mile Walk event.
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