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Friday, October 18th, 2024
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Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Gulf Coast Community Foundation has provided $500,000 in grants from its Rapid Response Fund to aid over a dozen local organizations in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton. Observer
- ➤ Shore, a celebrated restaurant on St. Armands Circle in Sarasota, has reopened after closures due to damage from Hurricanes Milton and Helene. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ In the aftermath of Hurricane Milton, local businesses and individuals in Siesta Key offered free meals to the community and first responders, showcasing solidarity and support during the recovery period. Observer
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Sarasota's City Island and surrounding areas, including Ken Thompson Park, MarineMax Sarasota, Mote Aquarium, and The Old Salty Dog, experienced extensive damage from storm surge and wind, affecting buildings, boats, and power lines. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ A Sarasota County school bus hit a damaged stop sign, resulting in no injuries but damaging the bus; investigation ongoing. ABC 7
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sarasota begins post-Hurricane Milton debris collection, urging residents to separate debris into specific categories for efficient pickup. ABC 7
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Ron DeSantis visits Sarasota, focusing on hurricane recovery efforts, including re-opening schools and providing transitional housing, and announces a $10,000 award for Suncoast teachers. ABC 7
- ➤ Eight Sarasota County voting precincts are being relocated for the November 5th election due to damage caused by hurricanes Helene and Milton, with additional changes possible as damage assessments continue. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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