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Saturday, October 19th, 2024

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Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 19th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Sarasota Sailing Squadron and its youth program are recovering from significant damage caused by Hurricanes Helene and Milton, aiming to resume their community-centric sailing activities soon.  FOX 13
  • Florida residents in 35 counties affected by Hurricane Milton are encouraged to apply for FEMA disaster assistance, including those with additional damage from previous hurricanes.  Sarasota Herald-Tribune
  • Several Sarasota-Manatee waterfront and barrier island restaurants have reopened while others, including local icons, remain closed due to the impact of Hurricane Milton.  Sarasota Herald-Tribune
  • The Drydock Waterfront Grill in Longboat Key reopened quickly after Hurricane Milton, emphasizing team effort and extensive cleanup activities to restore normalcy.  ABC 7

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Florida faces no immediate threat from two potential tropical disturbances, Invest 94L and 95L, although they may bring heavy rain to Puerto Rico, Hispaniola, Central America, and Mexico.  Sarasota Herald-Tribune

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Ron Turner encourages Sarasota County residents to vote early in the upcoming general election, highlighting the convenience and flexibility of early voting locations open from October 21 through November 3.  ABC 7

HEALTH NEWS

  • The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced a recall of nearly 12 million pounds of meat due to listeria concerns, affecting products nationwide, including those distributed to Florida schools and retailers.  Sarasota Herald-Tribune

EVENTS

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  • Live Music by Scott Curts at Marina Jack

    Experience an evening of captivating music with accomplished singer-songwriter Scott Curts, known for his soulful performances and songwriting talent.

    Wed, 11/13/24

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  • Exploring the Legacy of John Ringling: Three Ringling Circus

    Discover the fascinating history of John Ringling and his family's impact on Sarasota through a discussion of Sandra Gurvis's new book, complete with circus peanuts for sampling.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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  • Live Music Performance by Bri Rivera

    Experience the vibrant sounds of Bri Rivera, a talented musician and vocalist originally from Puerto Rico, at Marina Jack in Sarasota.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • Fab & Fit: Afro-Fusion Dance Workout

    Experience a free Afro-Fusion workout class exploring dance traditions from West Africa, the Caribbean, and America, led by Monessa Salley at The Mall at University Town Center.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Sarasota Medieval Fair at Mallaranny Farms

    Experience the grandeur of knights, jesters, and full-contact jousting tournaments at the Sarasota Medieval Fair, featuring a variety of renowned acts and delicious feasts.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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  • 2024 ICF SUP World Championships in Sarasota, Florida

    Experience the excitement of the 2024 ICF SUP World Championships along with a Recreational 5K Paddle at Nathan Benderson Park, a premier venue for water sports.

    Mon, 11/18/24

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