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Sanford
Wednesday, May 13th, 2026
Good morning, Sanford. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 13th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday night, parents and students at Millennium Middle School demanded answers after Teacher of the Year (Jenny Galarza) and other longtime educators were not reappointed amid budget cuts that led to over 300 staff layoffs. A petition to back the affected teachers has gathered over 1,000 signatures. FOX 35 Orlando
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sanford commissioners debated Monday whether to support the Central Florida Zoo, which rescued 13 sloths from the unopened Sloth World attraction & approved using city funds to buy about 82 student tickets for a summer camp program. The measure aims to bolster the zoo while directly benefiting local students. WESH
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Luka Šulić Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts — Prices vary — Experience the evocative sounds of acclaimed cellist Luka Šulić performing from his new album Life.
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Taylor Swift Tribute Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Athens Theatre — Ticket price not specified — Experience an electrifying tribute to Taylor Swift with Rikki Lee Wilson and her exceptional live band.
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Mike Tramp - The Voice of White Lion Live
5:30-11:30 p.m. — The Barn in Sanford — $20-$50 — Experience the legendary Mike Tramp rocking out with iconic hits from White Lion.
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Bridgerton Themed High Tea Cruise
12-2 p.m. — St Johns Rivership Company — Check event page for pricing — Experience a touch of Regency elegance with a delightful high tea aboard a scenic cruise.
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ORL-CPR Training for Healthcare Providers
6-10 p.m. — Southern Technical Institute — Course fees apply — Gain essential Basic Life Support skills to enhance your healthcare practice.
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Simply Tina - Tina Turner Tribute
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Athens Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying tribute to the Queen of Rock 'n' Roll.
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Memory Mile Festival
9 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Celery City Craft Beer Garden — Supports Alzheimer’s awareness — Celebrate community and support those affected by Alzheimer's at this fun festival.
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Engineering Adventures Camp
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM — iBuild Academy — $250/$225 — Young engineers create, build, and explore through fun hands-on projects in a collaborative environment.
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