Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
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🏘️ Community
Organizers announced that Sanford Porchfest, a free community music festival downtown, will be canceled in 2026 due to delays in finalizing plans—forcing the event to pause until it returns in February in 2027.
The City of Sanford expressed disappointment over the cancellation and vowed to continue supporting local live music.
🏛️ Government
Former Sanford mayor and airport CEO Larry Dale died at 77—he led major airport expansions and local projects that include a new aquatics center at Seminole High; he is survived by his partner Cindy, five daughters, and several grandchildren.
His work left a lasting impact on local development and community services.
🎉 Sanford Events
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Halloween Spooktacular
4-7 p.m. — Central Park — Free entry — Experience a safe and fun-filled Halloween with trick-or-treating, a DJ, and exciting costume contests.
Community Yard Sale
12-4 p.m. — Ballantrae Apartments — Free entry — Discover a variety of items from women's clothing to furniture in this neighborhood treasure hunt.
We Call It Ballet: Sleeping Beauty Dance & Light Show
6:30-7:30 p.m. — The Ritz Theater/Wayne Densch Performing Arts Center — Tickets from $147 — Experience an unforgettable performance blending ballet with a captivating light show.
Asian Lantern Festival: Into The Wild
6-10 p.m. — Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens — Tickets required — Explore a vibrant display of handcrafted lanterns and seasonal offerings at this enchanting festival.
Trucks Gone Wild Tug of War
5-11:59 p.m. — The Barn in Sanford — Cash only at the gate — Witness epic truck tug-of-war battles to crown the ultimate champion.
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