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Daily editionSunday, September 27th, 2026

Good morning, North Port.

The 5AM North Port Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 27th of September.

Education

  1. A new weather station named Dorothy at the State College of Florida Venice campus now delivers real-time storm data for forecasters and students, sending updates to the National Weather Service + NOAA.

    Students will use the data in a meteorology course starting fall while similar stations are planned.

    Fox 13 NewsRead more

Environment

  1. Two years ago, Hurricane Helene struck the Gulf Coast near Big Bend with Category 4 winds and widespread flooding; residents recall the storm’s disruptive impact as community rebuilding efforts took shape.

    WWSB ABC7 MySunCoastRead more

Sports

  1. Wellen Park High beat Bayshore 38-26 in a high school football game on Friday, Sept. 25.

    The contest showcased key plays and teamwork that highlighted a competitive season (photo coverage by Stephen McKay).

    Sarasota Herald-TribuneRead more