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Daily editionSaturday, September 12th, 2026

Good morning, North Port.

The 5AM North Port Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of September.

Health

  1. Sarasota County health officials warned on Friday, Sept. 11 that swimmers should avoid Brohard Beach in Venice after tests on Sept. 7 found elevated Enterococcus bacteria—levels above state guidelines.

    The advisory remains until water quality improves.

    Sarasota Herald-TribuneRead more