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Students are lacking spiritual guidance and may benefit from school chaplains
As a retired Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I must counter the letter of April 24, “Don’t send children to school chaplains,” which criticized the governor’s bill allowing chaplains in the schools. All schools have some form of social worker and/or counselor on duty. Teachers are aware...
Few degrees warmer for the weekend
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The weather has been nice lately with highs in the low 80s near the coast and upper 80s inland under mostly sunny skies. We will see a couple of subtle changes as we move into the weekend. One of those changes will be a slight increase in the east to southeast wind flow. This will bring the temperatures up a little more for Saturday and Sunday.
Big trucks roll though Cool Today Park
VENICE, Fla. (WWSB) - Many families and individuals celebrated the 28th annual Big Truck Day at Cool Today Park. The event featured an interactive look at over 40 big trucks, specialty equipment, and heavy equipment. Those who attended the event also got a chance to tour Cool Today Park. The...
ABC7′s Tyler Perry analyzes ‘Cowboy Carter’
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - This week on the ABC7 Live Desk, we dive into the revolutionary country album: “Cowboy Carter.” Born from hurt and disappointment as the country music genre made clear to Beyonce they didn’t want to hear what she had to say, she decided to head to the studio and say it anyway. The project demonstrates that not only does Beyonce know the “rules” of the genre, but it proves she may be one of the few artists who knows them well enough to break them. From the rubble, she breathes a fresh identity into Country; setting a new precedent for what’s possible in the industry, while constantly paying homage to the country that’s come before.
Lanes back open after deadly crash on US 301 in Sarasota
SARASOTA, Fla. — A serious crash caused traffic delays for drivers Tuesday afternoon on U.S. Highway 301 in Sarasota. Officials shut down U.S. 301 (Washington Boulevard) at Northgate Boulevard just after 2 p.m. and asked that drivers avoid the area of northbound U.S. 301 past 17th Street, according to an X post.
Top 8 concerts this week in Sarasota, Bradenton
As we bid farewell to April, and welcome May and its fresh lineup of local events, some of each months' biggest concerts will take place this week. Those include a singer with multiple Grammy Hall of Fame-inducted songs and a blues rock band celebrating 50 years as a group, both playing Van Wezel, while nearby in downtown Sarasota, one half of a famed country duo will perform at the same theater currently hosting a production he wrote music for.
Sarasota Police active shooter training at the Van Wezel
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The Sarasota Police Department conducting impromptu active shooter training at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall in Sarasota. The training happened in the early morning hours of 3-7a.m on Tuesday and Thursday. Chief Rex Troche requires his officers to do these trainings every six months, regardless...
Restaurant billed as ‘upscale neighborhood pub’ to open in downtown Sarasota in May
Downtown Sarasota, home to many of the region's best restaurants, will soon welcome a new dining and drinking destination. Unlike the vast majority of nearby restaurants, though, this one will occupy a second-floor space. In fact, the spot on bustling lower Main Street has been home to numerous restaurants in recent years.
Make Your Reservations for Mother's Day at One of These Great Restaurants
Mother's Day is right around the corner on May 12. Whether she wants to be showered with gifts or have a day to herself, kick off the celebration with a special reservation. Make sure Mom feels loved and adored, just like she deserves. (And if going out feels like too much, breakfast in bed is always a great option.)
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