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Thursday, June 26th, 2025

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Good morning, Sanford. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of June.

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma asked the county commission for a $16 million budget increase (9% overall) to boost deputy pay and benefits as he said rising labor costs and shifting career moves had lowered starting salaries. The commission noted that the request could lead to hard budget choices while the county finalizes a $1.2 billion budget that will start Oct. 1.  WESH

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sat, 6/28/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 6/29/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 7/3/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 7/4/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 7/5/25

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  • FREE SHOW: The Silver Lining

    1-7 p.m. — Tuffy's Music Box & Lounge — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of pop music at this special 21+ free show event.

    Sun, 7/6/25

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  • Legally Blonde - The Musical

    7:30 p.m. — Athens Theatre — Rated PG-13 — Join Elle Woods as she struts her way into Harvard Law and proves that brains can come in pink.

    Fri, 7/11/25

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  • Sean Holcomb Live at Tuffy's Music Box

    8-11:59 p.m. — Tuffy's Music Box & Lounge — Free show — Experience a night of authentic country music with Sean Holcomb and special guest Patrick Hagerman.

    Fri, 7/18/25

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  • Smartpunk Central Florida Record and Music Fair

    12-4 p.m. — Tuffy's Music Box & Lounge — Free admission — Explore vinyl treasures and connect with music lovers at this vibrant record fair.

    Sun, 7/20/25

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  • Nicko McBrain's Titanium Tart Concert

    5-8 p.m. — The Barn in Sanford — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of pure metal madness with the legendary Nicko McBrain and his Titanium Tart band.

    Fri, 7/25/25

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