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Daily editionTuesday, September 22nd, 2026

Good morning, North Port.

The 5AM North Port Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of September.

Community

  1. North Port Fire Rescue chief Scott Titus and his team attended the International Fallen Firefighter Memorial in Colorado Springs Saturday to honor Victor Cleveland’s sacrifice + remember other firefighters who died in service.

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Education

  1. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sent a letter to Sarasota Schools on September 21 accusing a Pine View teacher of repeatedly involving an eighth grader in political discussions and calling him a misogynist; the school district must update his office by Oct. 1 on its planned actions.

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  2. Sarasota County Libraries launched a new family reading program (available at all branches) offering interactive story times and hands-on reading activities for kids and parents.

    The initiative aims to boost literacy and community connection.

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Health

  1. HCA Florida Englewood Hospital received national recognition from the American Heart Association on Monday — the award honors its commitment to timely, evidence-based stroke care for patients in Sarasota and Charlotte counties.

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Sports

  1. The Herald-Tribune, sponsored by Central Florida Behavioral Health Network, held an online poll for Boys Athlete of the Week — Seneca Hawthorne won for Sept. 7-12 — and featured nominees from Cardinal Mooney, Sarasota Christian and Riverview for Sept. 14-19 with stats submitted by local coaches.

    Sarasota Herald-TribuneRead more

  2. Cardinal Mooney golfers returned from Scotland after competing at the World School Games, reflecting on their strong showing (a milestone for the school) last week in North Port.

    WWSB ABC7 MySunCoastRead more