Good morning, Sanford.

Princeton Postell, a 19-year-old from Sanford who fatally shot 16-year-old Jamarcus Parker in an apartment complex parking lot, was sentenced Wednesday to life in prison for first-degree premeditated murder—he was arrested in October and convicted in May while co-defendant Jackie Irving also received a life sentence.

Starting July 1, teens seeking a learner’s permit must complete an approved driver education course—officials say the rule covers drivers ages 15 to 17 and keeps other measures, like parental consent and Real ID, unchanged.

A historic home built in the 1800s on a 10-acre property in Sanford is threatened by a new highway route by the Central Florida Expressway Authority that will use eminent domain to take Becky Burke’s property and affect neighbor Adam Shafran’s rare fruit farm—public meetings on July 15 and July 17 at 5:30 p.m. will let locals share input as officials say the connector will ease traffic on Lake Mary Boulevard.

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 2 in Concert

1-2:30 p.m. — Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience the final battle of Harry Potter like never before with a live orchestra performing the iconic score.

Open House at 224 Woodmere Blvd

12-3 p.m. — 224 Woodmere Blvd — $240,000 — Discover your dream home with a spacious backyard and modern upgrades in Sanford.

Adventure Summer Camp 2025

7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. — Florence K. Little Town Hall — First come, first serve registration — A week of wacky and wild adventures for campers entering grades 3-6.

SNARE and Friends Live Concert

7-11 PM — Will's Pub — Drinks $1 off until doors open — Enjoy a night filled with diverse musical talents from multiple local bands.

Senior Community Health & Wellness Expo

10 AM – 2 PM — Sanford Civic Center — Free entry — Explore health and wellness with screenings, talks, and fun activities for seniors.

FREE SHOW: Soy Division and LoveCats

9 p.m. to 1 a.m. — Tuffy's Music Box & Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy a night of alternative music with local bands Soy Division and LoveCats.

Frozen Themed Character Lunch Cruise

12-3 p.m. — St Johns Rivership Company — $71 adult, $35.50 child — Experience a magical lunch cruise with Queen Elsa and themed entertainment on the St. Johns River.

Musical Bingo Lunch Aboard the Barbara Lee

11 a.m. - 2 p.m. — St Johns Rivership Company — Check website for ticket pricing — Enjoy a delightful afternoon of music, food, and fun during the Musical Bingo Cruise.

The Smoking Jackets Live

9:30 p.m. — Tuffy's Music Box & Lounge — Free entry — Relive the classic 'Back to the Future' with live music and a time machine photo op.

Ultimate Banger Sanford Card Show

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Decision Tactical — Table prices range from $75 to $225 — Explore a diverse range of sports cards, TCGs, and collectibles from multiple vendors.