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SpaceX launch at Kennedy Space Center: Will Falcon Heavy be seen in Sarasota?

SpaceX launch at Kennedy Space Center: Will Falcon Heavy be seen in Sarasota?

What time is SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket launch from Kennedy Space Center? NASA to launch Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope from Cape Canaveral, Florida.
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New College building a bright future for our school, region | Opinion

New College building a bright future for our school, region | Opinion

New College is at the beginning of the most significant expansion in its history.
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No Change in Drought Conditions for Alachua County, Florida

No Change in Drought Conditions for Alachua County, Florida

According to the National Integrated Drought Information System (NIDIS), there has been no change in drought conditions for Alachua County, Florida, over the past week or month. The U.S. Drought Monitor, a collaborative effort by the National Drought Mitigation Center, USDA, and NOAA, continues to classify the region's drought status. The latest Quantitative Precipitation Forecast maps, updated daily at 7 a.m. Eastern, indicate the expected liquid precipitation over the next seven days. Additionally, air quality index maps are updated daily at 10 a.m. Eastern on Drought.gov, providing hourly air quality information sourced from AirNow.
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Was the Salton Sea really the most humid place in the US on Thursday?

Was the Salton Sea really the most humid place in the US on Thursday?

The National Weather Service says unofficial data shows the Salton Sea was the most humid place in the US Thursday.
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Sarasota HS girls basketball honored by FHSAA for academic excellence

Sarasota HS girls basketball honored by FHSAA for academic excellence

IN BRIEF: Lights at Spooky Point returns for fifth season; Columbia Restaurants' Community Harvest; Piano Friends; Sertoma Club fundraiser.
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Hurricane center tracking 2 systems, including remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly

Hurricane center tracking 2 systems, including remnants of Tropical Storm Dolly

When is Atlantic hurricane season in Florida? June 1 to Nov. 30, 2026, with the most tropical activity typically between August and October.
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Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Sarasota area

Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Sarasota area

A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Tampa Bay Ruskin at 2:02 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 27.
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Understanding Lightning Strikes and Staying Safe

Understanding Lightning Strikes and Staying Safe

Lightning strikes are a significant weather hazard in the United States, with approximately 25 million cloud-to-ground strikes occurring annually. Lightning is generated when strong updrafts in storms carry water droplets high into the atmosphere, where they freeze and interact with downdrafts, creating a negatively charged storm base. This charge seeks out the positively charged ground, resulting in a lightning strike. Florida leads the nation in lightning-related fatalities, with 51 deaths over the past decade, followed by North Carolina with 11 and Virginia with three. Lightning is extremely dangerous, reaching temperatures of 50,000°F (27,760°C), which is five times hotter than the surface of the sun. Source time: Wed, 26 Aug 2026 07:00:00 GMT.
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Florida golfer slapped teen, argued about slow play, police say

Florida golfer slapped teen, argued about slow play, police say

Rhett Drummond, 50, is facing child abuse charges after the incident on the golf course at Lansbrook Golf Club.
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Recent Hurricanes Highlight Gulf of Mexico's Vulnerability

Recent Hurricanes Highlight Gulf of Mexico's Vulnerability

The Gulf of Mexico has been a hotspot for hurricane activity in recent years, with several significant storms impacting the United States. Hurricanes such as Nicole (November 2022), Ian (September-October 2022), and Ida (August-September 2021) have demonstrated the region's susceptibility to severe weather events. These storms varied in intensity, with Ian reaching Category 5 status and maximum wind speeds of 161 mph, while Nicole was a Category 1 hurricane with wind speeds of 75 mph. The Atlantic hurricane season typically spans from June to November, with warm air masses and high humidity fueling storm development. The southern states, including Florida, Louisiana, and Texas, are most frequently affected, though hurricanes can also impact northern states like Virginia and North Carolina. Data from NOAA underscores the importance of monitoring these storms closely.
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Sarasota can be the model for the Florida we all want | Opinion

Sarasota can be the model for the Florida we all want | Opinion

Sarasota has an opportunity to model a more generous civic culture for Florida.
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Will clouds affect Tampa view of tonight's lunar eclipse?

Will clouds affect Tampa view of tonight's lunar eclipse?

Nearly 94% of the moon will slip into Earth's shadow tonight. Cloud cover may determine how much Tampa sees.