Sarasota, Florida- Come join the block party!

It may be good for your health and you spirit as five north Sarasota and Newtown-area churches join together for the Gospel Explosion Block party promoting health and wellness.

Sarasota County is hosting the event May 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Sarasota County Housing Authority's The Courts Apartment complex on the corner of Orange Avenue and 21 Street.

Nokomis, Florida -- Pelican Alley is a longtime restaurant located right on the water, popular among locals who love fresh seafood and described as New England flair with a Florida feel.

"They're known for good food," said an excited Donnie DeNure. "I've been there with my sweetie."

But what customers like DeNure didn't know was that this same restaurant was shut down by the state as a temporary emergency closure this month, a state inspector documenting 13 violations, two considered high priority.

Sarasota, Florida - No one likes to think about it, but hurricanes are a reality in Florida.

Beach and other business owners can find out how to prepare during a special symposium this month. Emergency managers from both Sarasota and Charlotte counties will present information.

The symposium takes place Thursday, May 16th at the Englewood Chamber Community Room from 5 to 7 p.m.