Daily
Sanford
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Sanford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dance teacher Jenny Galarza and theater teacher Edna Bland will not return next year at Millennium Middle School. Parents and students spoke out on Tuesday at a board meeting amid district-wide job cuts + budget concerns. WESH
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Sanford city commissioners approved spending up to $1,500 from Mayor Art Woodruff’s and Commissioner Claudia Thomas’ discretionary funds to pay for student tickets to Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Garden for sloth recovery at Monday’s meeting. Commissioner Thomas said the city will look for more ways to help the zoo. FOX 35 Orlando
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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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Food Truck Fiesta Summer Nights Passport
5-9 p.m. — West End Trading Company — $35-$65 — A culinary adventure with 40+ food trucks offering small plates and drinks in downtown Sanford.
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