Schools & Kids
Thursday, April 16, 2026 · Sarasota
Florida Students' Tobacco Use on the Rise, National Report Shows
A recent report in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR) indicates a rise in the use of emerging tobacco products like e-cigarettes and hookahs among middle and high school students. The study highlights a trend in tobacco use within this demographic.
Florida Public Libraries Weigh Impact of Digital Textbook Shift
Florida's accelerating adoption of digital textbooks in public schools is prompting libraries to reassess their role in providing learning resources. Concerns are rising about equitable access for students without home internet or devices.
Thursday, April 16, 2026
Mohawk College Partners to Offer Training Aimed at Helping Seniors Live at Home Safer and Longer
Mohawk College has partnered to offer training programs aimed at helping Sarasota seniors live at home safer and longer, focusing on skills for caregivers and family members.
Thursday, April 16, 2026