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Florida Police Rescue Unconscious Driver Moments Before Car Goes up in Flames

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Florida Police Rescue Unconscious Driver Moments Before Car Goes up in Flames

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Police officers in Florida rescued a woman after a three-car crash right before her vehicle went up in flames, according to recent body camera video.See the Story

First Evidence of Potential Language-Like Communication in Dolphins: Study

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First Evidence of Potential Language-Like Communication in Dolphins: Study

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Dolphins are known to be one of the most intelligent animals on Earth, living in highly social groups and displaying empathy, self-awareness, problem-solving skills and tool use. They communicate using a sophisticated array of clicks, body language and whistles, with “signature whistles” (SWs) serving as names for individuals. Recent research by scientists with the Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) and partner institutions has identifi…See the Story

'A big deal for our community:' North Port breaks ground on new veterans memorial

U.S. Army · North Port

'A big deal for our community:' North Port breaks ground on new veterans memorial

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Dozens of people celebrated the groundbreaking of a new veterans memorial next to City Hall on Wednesday. The 'Circle of Honor' will be used for veterans ceremonies, according to the city."It's a big deal for our community," said Vice Mayor Pete Emrich, who served in the U.S. Army. "It's a huge deal for our kids to learn and to respect the military and the veterans."Watch FOX 4's Hunter Walterman talk to one North Port veteran about what this pr…See the Story

Englewood Water District ponders rate increase

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ENGLEWOOD — Englewood Water District customers may see rates for water and sewer service rise soon.Englewood, Florida · Englewood Read Article

Selby Gardens names new board leadership

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Katherine Martucci and Jeannie Russell have been elected chair and vice chair by the Marie Selby Botanical Gardens Board of Trustees.Sarasota · Sarasota Read Article

Commissioners debate Casey Key resiliency project

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VENICE — The Sarasota County Commission and area officials are exploring the idea of partnering with the public to increase erosion resiliency on Casey Key.Venice, Florida · Venice Read Article

City of Venice launches Centennial Volunteer Portal - The Suncoast News & Scoop

City of Venice launches Centennial Volunteer Portal Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC COV The City of Venice has launched a digital volunteer registration portal for its Centennial Celebration. The portal will remain open from July 11 through the end of the 18-month celebration in May 2027. Volunteer opportunities will begin as soon as November 2025.…Venice, Florida · Venice Read Article

Sarasota explores watercraft restrictions for South Lido Beach

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With growth in non-licensed commercial activity crowding public beaches, Sarasota city and county look to ban beaching and mooring boats near Ted Sperling Park and other city parks.Sarasota · Sarasota Read Article

With Siesta organizations still opposed to idea, County Commission votes to ask Planning Commission to hold new hearing on amendments that would allow voluntary condominium demolition on Key

Zoning district height restrictions would apply On a unanimous vote — with Sarasota County Commissioner Mark Smith having recused himself for ethical reasons — the County Commission agreed this week to send back to the county’s Planning Commission amendments to county policies and zoning regulations that would allow voluntary condominium demolition and rebuilding solely ...Sarasota · Sarasota Read Article

Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office finds a 92-year-old man in Venice - The Suncoast News & Scoop

Sarasota County (FL) Sheriff's Office finds a 92-year-old man in Venice Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC SCSO No, we weren’t just flying over your house last night.ðŸš Teamwork and technology came together when AIR 1 located a missing 92-year-old man in Venice. Quickly, our aerial unit spotted him in a nearby wooded area off…Venice, Florida · Venice Read Article

DutchCrafters study shows how a customer-centric approach drives its growth - Furniture Today

SARASOTA, Fla. — Determined to be purposeful in building the customer experience, Amish furniture retailer DutchCrafters conducted a study to explore how customer loyalty and satisfaction strategies are driving and can drive its business growth. In 2024, the online retailer achieved a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 80, which it said exceeds industry benchmarks. The NPS is a metric used to gauge customer loyalty and satisfaction based on how likely …Sarasota · Sarasota Read Article