Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Good morning, Sanford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Seminole County Animal Services offers a Working Cats adoption program that pairs skilled felines with owners at warehouses, farms and Saddlewood Stables in Lake County. Adopters must provide food, water & shelter while the cats serve their traditional role of controlling rodents. WESH
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ SpaceX will launch 29 Starlink satellites today from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station (Falcon 9 will lift off at 5:43 a.m. and complete its 25th booster flight before landing on a droneship in the Atlantic Ocean). FOX 35 Orlando
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Seminole County Commissioner Jay Zembower said his son Luke received a deployment notice and may soon deploy overseas to support U.S. military efforts against Iran — a send-off is planned at Fort Stewart, Georgia. WESH
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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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Justin Moore Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — The Barn in Sanford — Ticket details not provided — Experience the energetic country sounds of Justin Moore live on stage.
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Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra - E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial In Concert
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of E.T. live with an orchestra performing John Williams’ iconic score.
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Bonsai & Cheers at Deviant Wolfe Brewing
11:30 a.m. — Deviant Wolfe Brewing — Ticketed — Experience a delightful bonsai workshop featuring the stunning Grewia bonsai tree along with refreshing drinks.
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Candlelight Concert: Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop Favorites
6:30-7:29 p.m. — Azalea Lodge at Mead Botanical Garden — Ticketed event — Experience an enchanting evening of Neo-Soul and Hip-Hop favorites illuminated by candlelight.
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Dancing With The Stars Live
7:30-10:00 p.m. — Addition Financial Arena — Tickets starting at $10 — Experience the glitter and glam of your favorite ballroom dances live on stage.
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Javier Pérez Live Performance
6-9 p.m. — Alestone Brewing Co. — No cover charge — Experience a night of live entertainment with music veteran Javier Pérez.
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14th Annual Pints and Paws Craft Beer Festival
11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — West End Trading Company — Free entry; beer sampling starts at $50 — Celebrate craft beer with your pup while supporting local pet rescue charities.
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