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Thursday, October 17th, 2024
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Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Siesta Key restaurants begin to rebound with openings despite the challenges posed by back-to-back hurricanes Helene and Milton, offering hope and a semblance of normalcy to the community. Observer
- ➤ All Faiths Food Bank and the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee will host a hurricane relief food distribution event in Sarasota to support local residents affected by recent storms, offering groceries and Amazon gift cards. ABC 7
- ➤ In Florida, a couple welcomed their newborn son amidst Hurricane Milton, a moment of joy coinciding with the anniversary of a family tragedy. FOX 13
- ➤ Disaster Recovery Centers have opened in Manatee and Sarasota Counties to assist residents in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. ABC 7
- ➤ The Baltimore Orioles are donating $250,000 and matching additional contributions up to $250,000 for Hurricane Milton relief in Sarasota and Manatee counties, with potential for an extra $100,000 from The Patterson Foundation if the $500,000 goal is met. Sarasota Magazine
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport resumes operations with flights at 9 a.m. Wednesday after closing due to Hurricane Milton, causing estimated damages of $10 million. ABC 7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane Milton completed the natural reopening of Midnight Pass, allowing free passage between Little Sarasota Bay and the Gulf of Mexico, sparking community celebration. Observer
- ➤ The 19th annual Sustainable Communities Workshop in Sarasota, featuring 'Planetwalker' John Francis, aims to educate on building resilient, healthy communities by understanding the connection between living beings and the elements. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
SCIENCE NEWS
- ➤ Comet C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS) can be observed with the naked eye until October 21st, 2024, from Sarasota's Lido Beach, ideal for viewing post-sunset in the western sky. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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