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Empowering Communities: Gulf Coast's Vision for a Thriving Region
Explore how Gulf Coast Community Foundation is enhancing communities in Sarasota and surrounding counties through strategic philanthropy and partnerships.

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Sarasota Schools Shine with A Ratings: Community Data Campaign Launched!
Sarasota County schools launch “Data Dig” campaign to clarify student performance results; district ranks 7th in Florida education.

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Beloved Youngstown Native Judith Martin Passes Away at 83 in Florida
Judith Ann Martin, a devoted mother and active community member, passed away in New Port Richey, Florida, on July 27, 2025.

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Edison and Ford: The Original Snowbirds of Florida's Winter Luxury
Explore Fort Myers' rich history, from Thomas Edison's transformative visit in 1885 to its evolution as a winter haven for the wealthy.

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Padres Surge Ahead as Dodgers Struggle: Kershaw Faces Rivalry Fire!
The Padres face the Dodgers in a pivotal series at Dodger Stadium, intensifying their rivalry as the season nears its end.

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Trump and Putin's Meeting Ends Without Ceasefire: What's Next for Ukraine?
Donald Trump's recent meeting with Putin ends without a ceasefire deal, while polls suggest his strong chance in the upcoming election.

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Hurricane Erin Rapidly Intensifies: Category 4 Threat Looms Off Florida
Hurricane Erin intensifies into a Category 4 storm, tracking offshore Florida as August 2025 brings elevated rip current risks.

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Sean Kingston Sentenced: 3.5 Years Behind Bars for Fraud Scheme!
US rapper Sean Kingston sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for fraud, following a 2024 raid and theft of luxury goods.
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Cape Coral's Jimmy on the Rocks : A Local Sitcom Dream Takes Shape!
A pilot for "Jimmy on the Rocks," a sitcom filmed in Cape Coral, aims to spotlight regional talent and boost local filmmaking.

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Florida Road Rage Turns Deadly: 24-Year-Old Arrested for Homicide
A road rage shooting in Sanford, Florida, resulted in the death of 43-year-old Joseph Hall Jr. and the arrest of Jaden Harris, 24.

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North Port's Retail Theft Crackdown: 11 Arrests Ahead of School Rush!
North Port authorities, in collaboration with the Florida Highway Patrol, executed a successful operation against organized retail theft, resulting in multiple arrests ahead of the back-to-school season.