Wednesday, October 30th, 2024

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Good morning, Sarasota. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Florida SBDC offered crucial guidance to small businesses on Longboat Key and surrounding areas for disaster loan applications after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Observer
- ➤ The Ringling is hosting a free, family-friendly Halloween event on Oct. 31 to provide a safe trick-or-treating alternative in wake of neighborhood damage from Hurricane Milton. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ An 8-year-old boy was seriously injured in a crash with an SPD officer and is now hospitalized; the officer is on restricted duty. Observer
- ➤ A minor was seriously injured in a collision with a police officer in Sarasota, with investigations ongoing. ABC Action News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Sarasota Orchestra has selected William Rawn Associates, known for their architectural work on music centers, to design their new music center and performance space. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
- ➤ Sarasota, Manatee, and Charlotte counties unveil over 60 arts events in November, including literary celebrations, musical performances, and exhibitions, despite recent disruptions from Hurricane Milton. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Longboat Key's cleanup effort after hurricanes Helene and Milton involves coordinating across state, public, and private roads, with progress made and FEMA possibly covering costs. Observer
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Manatee and Sarasota Counties release universal sample ballots ahead of the 2024 General Election. ABC 7
- ➤ State Sen. Joe Gruters advocates for the passage of Amendment 3 to legalize recreational marijuana for adults over 21 in Florida, emphasizing safety and regulatory benefits. Sarasota Herald-Tribune
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Exploring the Legacy of John Ringling: Three Ringling Circus
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Live Music Performance by Bri Rivera
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Fab & Fit: Afro-Fusion Dance Workout
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Sarasota Medieval Fair at Mallaranny Farms
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2024 ICF SUP World Championships in Sarasota, Florida
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Off the Page: John Fowler - A Forest in the Clouds
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