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Thursday, October 24th, 2024
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Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Residents of Bay Plaza appeal the city's approval of the Obsidian condo tower in Sarasota, highlighting concerns over its unprecedented height and the process by which its adjustments were granted. Observer
- ➤ Longboat Key community organizations, including All Angels By the Sea Episcopal Church and The Paradise Center, provided services and activities focused on healing and support for residents recovering from the impact of two hurricanes. Observer
- ➤ The Fabulous Arts Foundation is working to repair its new LGBTQ+ center, devastated by Hurricane Milton, with strong community and partner support. Observer
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A major crash involving a tractor trailer and box truck closed southbound I-75 near University Parkway, causing over four miles of delays. ABC 7
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Choreographer Jessica Lang draws inspiration from angels and Handel's music for 'A Time of Beauty', her world premiere ballet at Sarasota Ballet. Observer
- ➤ The Sarasota Performing Arts Foundation requested a delay in the city commission's vote on a new performing arts hall agreement due to the impact of recent hurricanes, highlighting the urgency for a resilient facility. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Hurricane Milton caused extensive damage to Florida's Gulf Coast, impacting beaches, properties, and the performing arts scene, leading to a mix of responses from snowbirds and locals regarding the upcoming snowbird season. ABC 7
- ➤ Hurricane Helene and Milton impact the timeline of Longboat Key's underground utilities project, previously set for year-end completion, due to Florida Power & Light and contractor resource diversion. Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Florida voters will decide on Amendment 3 in the 2024 ballot, which proposes legalizing recreational marijuana for adults over 21, with most editorial boards of major Florida newspapers recommending a 'yes' vote. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Thirteen fatalities reported in Florida due to Vibrio vulnificus infections amid a spike attributed to Hurricane Helene. Z105
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