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Sanford
Thursday, April 17th, 2025
Good morning, Sanford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 17th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Michael Kraft, 40, received five concurrent life sentences for causing two fatal hit-and-run crashes in Sanford in 2021 that killed a motorcyclist and a good Samaritan — he drove under the influence and failed to stop after the first crash. WKMG
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A group of young dancers from Seminole County will represent the USA in the National Youth Hip Hop Division at Wide World Sports from April 23-25, and the team is made up mostly of 12- to 14-year-old girls. They will compete in a national event that gives them a chance to showcase their talent. FOX 35 Orlando
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Barbara-Lee Cruise: Scenic St. Johns River Dining
Lunch/Dinner Cruise — 12-5 p.m. — 433 N Palmetto Ave, Sanford, FL — Reservations recommended — Experience a picturesque dining adventure with live entertainment on a paddle-wheeler.
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Flamenco del Sol
7:30 – 10:30 PM — The Ritz Theater/Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center — Tickets $30.50-$37.50 — Experience a captivating display of Flamenco and Spanish dance with rich costumes and rhythmic footwork.
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End of the Month Black Bear Hike
9 AM – 12 PM — Black Bear Wilderness Area — Free — Explore lush forests and spot wildlife on a scenic 7.1 mile hike through nature's beauty.
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Rockin' for Autism Awareness Benefit
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. — The Barn in Sanford — Various pricing options available — Enjoy live music from 10 bands, acoustic performances, and participate in silent auctions for a great cause.
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UCF Knights vs. North Florida Ospreys Baseball Game
6-10:30 p.m. — John Euliano Park — $5.00 - 50.00 — Catch the excitement of college baseball as the UCF Knights take on the North Florida Ospreys.
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Ajeva & TruPhonic Live
7-11 p.m. — Tuffy's Music Box & Lounge — Tickets on sale — Experience an electrifying evening of live music with Ajeva and TruPhonic in Sanford.
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Workshop
We will talk about how important your mental emotional and physical environment is to your mental health. There will be guest speakers, an activity, a prize to win and more.
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Cars and Coffee at Henry’s Depot
9-11 a.m. — Henry’s Depot — Free entry — Enjoy a laid-back Sunday morning admiring vehicles and sipping gourmet coffee in a family-friendly atmosphere.
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Luau 5K, 10K, and Half Marathon
8:30 a.m. — Lake Beresford Park — Registration required — Race through a tropical course and vie for themed medals and best costume awards.
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We Them One's Comedy Tour
7-8:30 p.m. — Addition Financial Arena — Tickets Available — Experience a night of laughter with top comedians like Mike Epps and Kountry Wayne.
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