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Friday, August 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Sanford. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of August.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Seminole County Schools is asking for new and unused school supply donations at five library branches until Aug 23—items will support Tools 4 Seminole Schools in providing essential supplies to low-income and underserved students.  WFTV

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Work is underway to lower the speed limit to 35 mph on SR-46 from Upsala Road to U.S. 17/92 in Sanford. The project features traffic calming measures such as chicanes and new pedestrian crossings, with alternating single lane closures until August 9th (construction will finish in early 2026).  WKMG
  • Seminole County plans a new indoor sports complex near Sanford Airport—covering about 200,000 square feet and set to host sports, dance, and small conventions—to boost sports tourism. The project, funded by a fee of $1.75 per hotel room per night, will begin construction in early 2027.  WESH

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Medal Militia - Metallica Tribute

    8:30-10:00 p.m. — Tuffy's Music Box & Lounge — $21.74+ — Experience the electrifying sounds of Metallica performed live by Medal Militia along with Rooster and Crimson Ghost.

    Sat, 8/9/25

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  • Trucks Gone Wild Tug O War

    5-10 p.m. — The Barn in Sanford — Cash only at the gate — Experience thrilling truck tug-of-war battles to see which rig will reign supreme.

    Sat, 8/16/25

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  • Rumble at The Ritz 2

    7:30-11:30 p.m. — The Ritz Theater/Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying night of boxing featuring local talent and future champions.

    Sat, 8/23/25

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  • Alice in Wonderland High Tea

    11:30 a.m. — St Johns Rivership Company — $45 Adults, $20 Children — Experience a whimsical river cruise with delightful teas and treats inspired by Alice in Wonderland.

    Fri, 9/5/25

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  • Ultimate Banger Card Show

    10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Decision Tactical — $125 — Florida's Premier Sports & TCG Card Show featuring fun for all ages.

    Sat, 9/6/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The first draft of anything is garbage.

~ Ernest Hemingway

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