Daily
Sanford
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
Good morning, Sanford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Allegiant Airlines and Dollywood Parks — Resorts have partnered for Flight #925 that will depart Orlando Sanford International Airport for Knoxville on Nov. 6, offering themed gate celebrations, live entertainment, exclusive merchandise and special treats for passengers who purchase Dollywood tickets for Nov. 7 during the Smoky Mountain Christmas event. FOX 35 Orlando
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Central Florida faces its warmest spell of 2026 with highs climbing from 84 today to 88 Saturday (the hottest yet), but a cold front moving in Sunday night will drop Monday lows to the 40s and chill further by Tuesday. WESH
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Beauty and the Beast Tea Cruise
11:30 AM - 2 PM — St Johns Rivership Company — $45 adults, $20 children — Enjoy a magical cruise experience themed around Beauty and the Beast with tea service.
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Viking 5K, 10K, & Half Marathon
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Gemini Springs Park — Registration required — Run through scenic DeBary with distances for every level of runner.
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Kitty Fest - Cat Party & Artisan Market
1-6 p.m. — Tuffy's Music Box & Lounge — Free entry — A whimsical celebration for cat lovers featuring vendors, karaoke, and local rescues.
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MULCH Concert
6-10 p.m. — Shovelhead Lounge — Tickets available — Experience the vibrant sounds of MULCH and enjoy an evening of live music.
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Nolia Joy & The Ramblers Live
8 PM - 12 AM — Imperial Wine Bar — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience lively musical performances blending country, rock, jazz, and blues.
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The Smoking Jackets Concert
7-10 p.m. — Tuffy's Music Box & Lounge — Tickets available — Enjoy an evening of memorable melodies and live music from The Smoking Jackets.
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Brubeck Brothers Quartet Concert
6:00 – 8:00 p.m. — Judson's Live — Not specified — Enjoy a night of celebrated jazz heritage and signature sounds from the Brubeck Brothers Quartet.
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Medal Madness 5K, 10K, & 13.1M
8:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Gemini Springs Park — Registration required — Compete in a variety of races and earn your medal in a scenic Florida park.
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BLS for Healthcare Providers Course
6-10 p.m. — Southern Technical Institute — Cost varies — Learn essential life-saving skills in this American Heart Association course designed for healthcare professionals.
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Candlelight Concert: The Best of Joe Hisaishi
8:45-9:44 p.m. — Azalea Lodge at Mead Botanical Garden — Ticketed event — Experience a magical evening with the enchanting music of Joe Hisaishi under candlelight.
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